Amber Thumb Ring

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An amber thumb ring, warm in quality, orange-yellow with natural grain. In a round-tube form, plain or lightly incised, worn on the thumb; amber symbolises good fortune ?? a popular Qing personal ornament. W 1.9 cm, W 3.3 cm, 9 g.

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Amber Thumb Ring

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Estimate $1,000-$6,000Oct 11, 2026, 2:30 AM EDT

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