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LOT 0675

Roman Silver Ring with Gemstone

2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.

1 1/4 in. (33.07 grams, 33.29 mm overall, 18.64 mm internal diameter (approximate size British K 1/2, USA 5 1/2, Europe 10.58, Japan 10)).

Hoop with angled shoulders with fluting; inset with a polished and chipped agate stone; setting damaged.

Provenance

Private collection, Germany, 1970s.
Acquired 2009.

CONDITION
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LOT 0675

Roman Silver Ring with Gemstone

Sold for (Inc. bp): £156

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