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LOT 0649
Roman Gold Ring with Portrait Gemstone
3RD-4TH CENTURY A.D.
3/4 in. (0.95 grams, 18.52 mm overall, 15.67 mm internal diameter (approximate size British H 1/2, USA 4, Europe 6.81, Japan 6)).
Comprising a slender hoop and rectangular bezel, inset intaglio engraved with a male profile bust.
ProvenanceAcquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
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