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LOT 0790
Roman Silver Ring with Carnelian Minerva Gemstone
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (4.65 grams, 23.29 mm overall, 17.38 mm internal diameter (approximate size British N 1/2, USA 6 3/4, Europe 14.35, Japan 13)).
With narrow shank, plano-convex section, and incised saltires to the outer face, gilt cell to the bezel with granule clusters, inset intaglio of Minerva standing with spear and cornucopia. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired on the UK art market before 2000.
Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
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LOT 0790
Roman Silver Ring with Carnelian Minerva Gemstone
Sold for (Inc. bp): £416
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