LARGE HELLENISTIC GOLD RING WITH GARNET STONE
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Ca. 323-31 BC.
A stunning gold ring with its massive and flaring body is beautifully adorned with a ribbed band, and its shoulders are decorated with foliate designs. The borders are embellished with fine circles, and the large bezel is set with a single garnet cabochon, framed by a sixteen-petaled flower. The garnet cabochon is the centerpiece of the ring, and its captivating deep red hue truly stands out. The item has undergone X-ray fluorescence analysis to confirm the metallurgical content suggesting its ancient origin and lack of modern trace elements. This analysis will accompany the purchase.
Size: D: 17.32mm / US: 7 / UK: N 1/2; 16g
Provenance: Private London collection; British art market 1990s.
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LARGE HELLENISTIC GOLD RING WITH GARNET STONE
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