Sasanian Silver Ring with Carnelian Calligraphic Gemstone

CIRCA 4TH-5TH CENTURY A.D. AND LATER

1 in. (6.28 grams, 27.36 mm overall, 18.70 mm internal diameter (approximate size British Q, USA 8, Europe 17.49, Japan 16)).

Comprising a slender D-section hoop and a large oval bezel with a later carnelian cabochon engraved with a two-line inscription. [No Reserve]

Provenance

From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.

CONDITION

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LOT 1238