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Roman Silver Ring with Isis Gemstone Roman Silver Ring with Isis Gemstone Roman Silver Ring with Isis Gemstone
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LOT 0957

Roman Silver Ring with Isis Gemstone

1ST CENTURY A.D.

1 in. (5.53 grams, 23.13 mm overall, 17.36 mm internal diameter (approximate size British N 1/2, USA 6 3/4, Europe 14.35, Japan 13)).

Ellipsoid cell to the bezel, inset carnelian gemstone with intaglio Isis standing by the curved prow of a boat holding a sistrum in her raised hand. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Old private collection, 1980s.
European art market.

Literature

Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 191.

CONDITION
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LOT 0957

Roman Silver Ring with Isis Gemstone

Sold for (Inc. bp): £520

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