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LOT 1316
Sassanian Bronze Ring with Ibex Gemstone
5TH-7TH CENTURY A.D.
3/4 in. (3.11 grams, 21.94 mm overall, 18.42 mm internal diameter (approximate size British K 1/2, USA 5 1/2, Europe 10.58, Japan 10)).
With narrow bag-shaped hoop. flared shoulders, plaque with inset agate intaglio ibex in profile with bowl and star above. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired on the UK art market before 2000.
Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman.
This lot has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database, and is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
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Opening Bid: £200
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Comprising a triangular plaque with inset onyx cloison, chains below with dangles. 15.6 grams, 85 mm
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Sasanian Decorated Bronze Bowl
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Hemispherical bowl with a decorative frieze to the inner rim, central solar motif surrounding a stylised cross motif. 118 grams, 14.3 cm
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