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LOT 0163
Roman Gold Ring with Medusa Cameo
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
7/8 in. (5.83 grams, 22.07 mm overall, 17.23 mm internal diameter (approximate size British H 1/2, USA 4, Europe 6.81, Japan 6)).
With facetted shoulders, D-shaped cell enclosing a carved Medusa bust modelled in the round.
Provenance
From the collection of a Cambridge lady, 1990s.
This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.11863-207049.
Literature
Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, items 183, 185, for type.
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LOT 0163
Roman Gold Ring with Medusa Cameo
Estimate £2,000 - 3,000€2,320 - 3,480 (for guidance only)$2,700 - 4,050 (for guidance only)
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