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LOT 1996
South East Asian Gold Ring with Inscription
CIRCA 8TH-10TH CENTURY A.D.
3/4 in. (6.73 grams, 20.29 mm overall, 14.45 x 12.78 mm internal diameter (approximate size British F, USA 2 3/4, Europe 3.67, Japan 3)).
Drum-shaped bezel with flange base, incised scroll to the upper face and calligraphic text.
ProvenanceEx property of a late Japanese collector, 1970-2000s.
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LOT 1996
South East Asian Gold Ring with Inscription
Estimate £600 - 800€700 - 930 (for guidance only)$810 - 1,080 (for guidance only)
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