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LOT 0837
Roman to Medieval Bronze Ring Collection
1ST-16TH CENTURY A.D.
1/2 - 1 in. (86 grams total, 14-24 mm).
Composed of a variety of ring types and sizes from various time periods, including examples with decorative bezels. [30]
ProvenanceAcquired on the German art market around 2000s.
From the collection of an EU gentleman living in the UK.
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Roman Gold Ring with Dolphin Gemstone
1st century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £4,940
With D-section shank, ellipsoid stepped bezel, inset sardonyx intaglio dolphin. 5.60 grams, 23.61 mm overall, 20.69 mm internal diameter (approximate size British P, USA 7 1/2, Europe 16.23, Japan 15)
From a late Japanese specialist collector, 1970-2000s. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.11859-206976.
The dolphin motif is associated with the god Neptune. -
Roman Bronze Ring with Inscription
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £494
The hoop with convex outer face and rounded octagonal bezel, later inscribed 'MARS'. 4.54 grams, 23.00 mm overall, 16.93 mm internal diameter (approximate size British N, USA 6 1/2, Europe 13.72, Japan 13)
Acquired on the German art market around 2000s. From the collection of an EU gentleman living in the UK. -
Roman Fresco Painted Wall Plaster Collection
1st century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £46
With painted designs in white, ochre, claret, crimson and brown. 531 grams total, 6-11.4 cm
Acquired in the 19th century. Ex Jeger collection, Switzerland.
