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LOT 0638
Roman Silver Inscribed Ring
2ND-4TH CENTURY A.D.
7/8 in. (3.49 grams, 22.30 mm overall, 15.52 mm internal diameter (approximate size British H 1/2, USA 4, Europe 6.81, Japan 6)).
D-section hoop with angled shoulders and raised bezel with pseudo inscription, inked collector's number on the inside 'MI574'; polished. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFormerly in the collection of Lord McAlpine of West Green, bearing collection number M1574.
Bonhams, Knightsbridge, London, Antiquities Sale, Wednesday 12th July 2000, no.9 (part).
Property of a West Northamptonshire, UK, gentleman.
Accompanied by a copy of the Bonhams invoice.
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