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LOT 0817
Estimate
GBP (£) 200 - 300
EUR (€) 230 - 350
USD ($) 270 - 400
(2 Bids, Reserve met)
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(2 Bids, Reserve met) | Current bid: £10
ROMAN OR PARTHIAN SILVER RING WITH QUADRIGA GEMSTONE
3RD-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (10.23 grams, 24.50 mm overall, 17.34 mm internal diameter (approximate size British L, USA 5 3/4, Europe 11.24, Japan 10)).
3RD-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (10.23 grams, 24.50 mm overall, 17.34 mm internal diameter (approximate size British L, USA 5 3/4, Europe 11.24, Japan 10)).
With round-section hoop expanding at the shoulders; ellipsoidal bezel with gold(?) setting holding cut and polished carnelian gemstone with intaglio quadriga; supplied with a museum-quality impression. [No Reserve]
PROVENANCE:
Ex Shiraz Antiques, London, W1, in 1998.
LITERATURE:
Cf. Chadour, A.B., Rings. The Alice and Louis Koch Collection, volume I, Leeds, 1994, item 470, for type.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
