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LOT 0598
Roman Silver Ring with Jasper Scorpion Gemstone
3RD-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (5.24 grams, 24.36 mm overall, 16.77 mm internal diameter (approximate size British J, USA 4 3/4, Europe 8.69, Japan 8)).
With trumpet-shaped shoulders, ellipsoid drum bezel, inset jasper cloison with intaglio scorpion; supplied with a museum-quality impression.
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, 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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