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LOT 0737
Roman Silver Ring
2ND-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (3.95 grams, 23.48 mm overall, 17.07 mm internal diameter (approximate size British K, USA 5 1/4, Europe 9.95, Japan 9)).
With angled shoulders and a raised, round bezel; polished. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceBonhams, Knightsbridge, London, Antiquities Sale, Wednesday 12th July 2000, no.9 (part).
Property of a West Northamptonshire, UK, gentleman.
Accompanied by a copy of the Bonhams invoice.
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