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LOT 0622
Roman Gold Ring with Garnet Gemstone
1ST CENTURY B.C.-1ST CENTURY A.D.
5/8 in. (0.99 grams, 16.41 mm overall, 14.20 mm internal diameter (approximate size British F 1/2, USA 3, Europe 4.3, Japan 4)).
A gold ring composed of a flat-section hoop with decorative channelling, oval bezel with granulated border, set with a flat-top polished garnet gemstone.
ProvenanceAcquired 1970-2000s.
Ex Abelita family collection.
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