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LOT 2136
Viking Age Coiled Bronze Ring
CIRCA 11TH-13TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (19.24 grams, 23.38 mm overall, 16.41 mm internal diameter (approximate size British K, USA 5 1/4, Europe 9.95, Japan 9)).
Formed as six tightly-wound coils of oval-section rod, tapered ends; Baltic type. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
LiteratureCf. Griciuviene, E., Seliai. The Selonians, Vilnius, 2007, item 702, for type.
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LOT 2136
Viking Age Coiled Bronze Ring
Estimate £40 - 60€46 - 70 (for guidance only)$54 - 81 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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Opening Bid: £90
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