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LOT 0207
Roman Gold Ring with Sardonyx Gemstone
CIRCA 2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (6.76 grams, 24.93 mm overall, 21.92 mm internal diameter (approximate size British R 1/2, USA 8 3/4, Europe 19.38, Japan 18)).
Facetted hoop and disc bezel with inset sardonyx depicting three facing goddesses holding attributes.
ProvenanceFrom a collection of a London lady, acquired annually during 1990s-2000s.
This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no.11962-210875.
Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 191, for type.
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LOT 0207
Roman Gold Ring with Sardonyx Gemstone
Estimate £3,500 - 4,500€4,060 - 5,220 (for guidance only)$4,730 - 6,080 (for guidance only)
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