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Auction: 26052 - Jewellery & Objets de Vertu
Lot: 43

A POST-MEDIEVAL ROCK CRYSTAL RING
CIRCA 1600-1700
Set with a rock crystal cabochon in a deep oval cell bezel with a grooved decorative border, on a stocky grooved band.
Tests as silver
Unmarked
Size/dimensions: ring size S 1/2 (US 9 1/2)
Gross weight: 5.34g

The rock crystal is cloudy but remains striking. The metal has a deep patina and is complete and wearable, and the piece is offered in fair overall condition.


Provenance

Timeline Auctions, Ancient Art, Antiquities, Natural History & Coins, 16 March 2025, lot 2177

Ex private collection 1970s. Property of a Nottinghamshire gentleman


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Estimate
£100 to £150

Starting price
£5