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LOT 2039
Stuart Period Decorated Gold Ring
17TH-18TH CENTURY A.D.
3/4 in. (1.82 grams, 20.52 mm overall, 18.23 mm internal diameter (approximate size British P, USA 7 1/2, Europe 16.23, Japan 15)).
Incomplete with a flat cross-section hoop, continuous band of enigmatic ornament to the equator; repaired. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound Berkshire, UK.
Accompanied by a copy of the British Museum's Portable Antiquities Scheme (PAS) report no.BERK-09E1C9 and with Treasure case no.2014.092.
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Post Medieval Glazed Ceramic Tile Group
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Comprising two designs in relief including three horses in an enclosure and two animals, likely cats, fighting; coloured glazes. 1.3 kg total, 10 x 9 - 10.5 x 9.5 cm
Acquired 1990s-early 2000s. East Anglian private collection.
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Framed Watercolour Painting
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Opening Bid: £30
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Very fine condition.
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Post Medieval Silver and Bronze Artefact Group
19th-20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
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