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LOT 0939
Roman Gold Ring with Garnet Cabochon
3RD-4TH CENTURY A.D.
7/8 in. (2.55 grams, 22.48 mm overall, 17.72 mm internal diameter (approximate size British M 1/2, USA 6 1/4, Europe 13.09, Japan 12)).
Comprising an openwork rosette bezel with interstitial pellets between the petals, central cell with inset garnet cabochon.
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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