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LOT 0479
Romano-Egyptian Bronze Snake Ring
1ST CENTURY B.C.-1ST CENTURY A.D.
5/8 in. (1.96 grams, 17.82 mm overall, 11.83 mm internal diameter).
Formed as a coiled snake with chevron decoration on the head. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Ex German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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