Ancient Art, Antiquities & Coins
30.5.19
(הזמן המקומי שלך)
בריטניה
The May Fair Hotel, Stratton Street, Mayfair, London, W1J 8LT, United Kingdom
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המכירה הסתיימה
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פריט 1413:
Roman Silver Ring with 'VOT / HER'
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מחיר פתיחה:
£
90
הערכה:
$100 - $140
עמלת בית המכירות:
30%
מע"מ: על העמלה בלבד
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3rd-4th century AD
A silver ring comprising a D-section hoop with ribbed outer face, discoid plaque with possibly later incised wreath and 'VOT / HER' text in seriffed capitals. 15.22 grams, 26.38mm overall, 18.99x14.66mm internal diameter (approximate size British G 1/2, USA 3 3/4, Europe 6.06, Japan 6) (1"). Very fine condition. A large wearable size.
Provenance
From a private collection; formed 1965-1975.
Literature
Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L. Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 229.
Footnotes
The abbreviation 'VOT HER' appears on a number of 2nd-3rd century rings, where it may stand for votum Herculi (devoted to Hercules). See Ruseva-Slokoska, 1991, item 177.
