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LOT 0710
Roman Period Bronze Ring with Antelope
1ST CENTURY B.C.
1 in. (10.82 grams, 26.08 mm overall, 15.94 mm internal diameter (approximate size British K, USA 5 1/4, Europe 9.95, Japan 9)).
D-section hoop and tall scaphoid bezel, intaglio design of an antelope. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx old English collection.
London art market, pre 2000.
Property of a London, UK, gentleman.
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