1st millennium A.D. A copper-alloy finger ring with carinated hoop, expanding at the shoulders to an oval-shaped bezel bearing an animal motif. 19.11 grams, 27.66 mm overall, 21.98 mm internal diameter (approximate size British L, USA 5 3/4, Europe 11.24, Japan 10) (1 in.). Early 1990s London collection. Acquired on the UK art market. From a private collection, Lancashire, UK. [No Reserve]