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LOT 2080
Viking Age Silver Ring with Cabochon
CIRCA 900-1100 A.D.
1 in. (3.34 grams, 23.43 mm overall, 18.03 mm internal diameter (approximate size British O, USA 7, Europe 14.98, Japan 14)).
Comprising a slender hoop with a circular bezel set with an amber(?) cabochon. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom an ancient art collection, formerly acquired in the UK, European, and USA art markets from pre-2000 collections.
Property of a West Northamptonshire, UK, gentleman.
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From the private collection of a London gentleman, from his grandfather's collection formed before the early 1970s.
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Viking Age Bronze Ring with Cabochon
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Comprising a D-section hoop with flared plaques on the shoulders, a circular bezel with claws, set with an amber-coloured glass cabochon. 3.12 grams, 23.33 mm overall, 16.63 mm internal diameter (approximate size British I 1/2, USA 4 1/2, Europe 8.07, Japan 7)
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