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LOT 0153
Roman Gold Ring with Jasper Gemstone with Dolphin
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
3/4 in. (6.94 grams, 18.78 mm overall, 15.99 x 11.46 mm internal diameter (approximate size British E, USA 2 1/4, Europe 2.41, Japan 2)).
Facetted rectangular-section hoop with square bezel set with a tall oval intaglio engraved with a dolphin.
ProvenanceUK private collection before 2000.
London collection, acquired on the UK art market.
Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 188, for type.
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LOT 0153
Roman Gold Ring with Jasper Gemstone with Dolphin
Estimate £1,000 - 1,400€1,160 - 1,620 (for guidance only)$1,350 - 1,890 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£500 (EUR 580; USD 675) +BP*
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Opening Bid: £200
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Opening Bid: £5
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