Roman Period Bronze Ring with Lion

CIRCA 3RD-4TH CENTURY A.D.

1 in. (5.24 grams, 23.41 mm overall, 18.84 mm internal diameter (approximate size British M 1/2, USA 6 1/4, Europe 13.09, Japan 12)).

With D-section shoulders flanking the ellipsoid plaque, incuse crouching beast in a pelletted border. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Ex old English collection.
London art market, pre 2000.
Property of a London, UK, gentleman.

Literature

Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 269, for type.

CONDITION

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LOT 0644