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LOT 1151
Western Asiatic Openwork Gold Ring
CIRCA 4TH-6TH CENTURY A.D.
1/2 in. (0.98 grams, 16.47 mm overall, 14.90 mm internal diameter (approximate size British E 1/2, USA 2 1/2, Europe 3, Japan 3)).
Composed of a round-section hoop and bowtie-shaped bezel with openwork filigree front and back face, central pellet to front face.
ProvenanceAcquired 1970-2010.
Collection of a late Japanese gentleman.
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