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LOT 0616
Roman Style Silver Ring with Cupid Riding a Dolphin Gemstone
20TH CENTURY A.D. OR EARLIER
1 in. (9.29 grams, 27.65 mm overall, 20.67 mm internal diameter (approximate size British O, USA 7, Europe 14.98, Japan 14)).
A silver finger ring with inset onyx gemstone, intaglio of a boy riding on the back of a dolphin and wielding a whip.
ProvenanceEnglish private collection.
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LOT 0616
Roman Style Silver Ring with Cupid Riding a Dolphin Gemstone
Estimate £300 - 400€350 - 460 (for guidance only)$410 - 540 (for guidance only)
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Opening Bid: £550
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Roman Gilt Dolphin Fibula
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Fine condition.
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