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Lot 1031: Roman Finger-Ring. Circa 1st century AD. Gold, 6.35g. ...

This auction ended on February 28, 2023.

Start price: £400

Estimated price: £400 - £600

Buyer's Premium: 22%

Roman Finger-Ring. Circa 1st century AD. Gold, 6.35g.  20.17 mm, UK ring size H, US 4. Henig type II/III, Guiraud class 2. A heavy solid gold hoop tapering from the narrow back of the band to a broader bezel, set with a dark red garnet. Ref: Katherine Johns. The Jewellery of Roman Britain, p.42.