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LOT 0773

Roman Silver Ring with VTF

1ST-3RD CENTURY A.D.

1 in. (4.37 grams, 25.43 mm overall, 19.09 x 14.77 mm internal diameter (approximate size British J 1/2, USA 5, Europe 9.32, Japan 9)).

With sharply angled shoulders and raised disc bezel inscribed 'VTF' for utere felix (use this with happiness).

Provenance

Ex 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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LOT 0773

Roman Silver Ring with VTF

Sold for (Inc. bp): £650

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