Romano-Egyptian Bronze 'Cleopatra' Ring

拍品描述

Ptolemaic Period, circa 1st century B.C. Thick rounded hoop with ellipsoid bezel, low-relief female profile bust with hair dressed in a chignon. Cf. Petrie, W.M.F., Objects of Daily Use, Warminster, 1972, pl. XIII, nos. 154-156, for similar rings with female-profile bezel. 11.66 grams, 24.82 mm overall, 17.22 mm internal diameter (approximate size British M 1/2, USA 6 1/4, Europe 13.09, Japan 12) (1 in.). [No Reserve] From the private collection of Mr Brian Edwards, New Malden, Surrey, UK, formed from the late 1970s-early 1980s; thence by descent. Accompanied by the original collector's data sheet(s) with reference no.A127. TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists. See our website for more information.

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