Ancient Art, Antiquities & Coins
May 28, 2019
(Your local time)
United kingdom
The May Fair Hotel, Stratton Street, Mayfair, London, W1J 8LT, United Kingdom
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LOT 127:
Roman Gold Figural Marriage Ring
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Start price:
£
720
Estimated price:
$800 - $1,000
Auction house commission:
30%
VAT: On commission only
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2nd-4th century AD
A gold ring with inset intaglio representing two opposing figures, a married couple holding hands on a baseline, the intaglio with inset ribbed border; keeled hoop with expanding shoulders. 5.57 grams, 24.28mm overall, 18.68x13.28mm internal diameter (approximate size British H 1/2, USA 4, Europe 6.81, Japan 6) (1"). Fine condition.
Provenance
Property of a gentleman; acquired in the late 1960s-early 1970s.
