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LOT 2101
Silver-Coloured Metal Ring with Calligraphic Gem
LATE 20TH-21ST CENTURY A.D.
1 1/8 in. (20.30 grams, 28.52 mm overall, 21.51 mm internal diameter (approximate size British X 1/2, USA 11 3/4, Europe 26.92, Japan 25)).
With a broad, vertically banded hoop in a rectangular bezel; gilt cell with inset cloison, dense calligraphic script with floral ornament.
ProvenancePrivate collection, UK.
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