1295 - Large Late Roman Bronze Ring with Gryphon with Snake. 4th-6th century A.D. Substantial hoop and integral disc bezel, incuse winged gryphon motif in profile attacking a serpent. Cf. Baldini Lippolis, I., L'Oreficeria nell'Impero di Costantinopoli tra IV e VII secolo (the Jewellery in the Empire of Constantinople between IV and VII century, in Italian), Bari, 1999, pp.204ff., for the type, especially no.8. 8.17 grams, 28.17 mm overall, 20.90 x 21.33 mm internal diameter (approximate size British W, USA 11, Europe 25, Japan 24) (1 1/8 in.). [No Reserve]

Large Late Roman Bronze Ring with Gryphon with Snake. 4th-6th century A.D. Substantial hoop and integral disc bezel, incuse winged gryphon motif in profile attacking a serpent. Cf. Baldini Lippolis, I., L'Oreficeria nell'Impero di Costantinopoli tra IV e VII secolo (the Jewellery in the Empire of Constantinople between IV and VII century, in Italian), Bari, 1999, pp.204ff., for the type, especially no.8. 8.17 grams, 28.17 mm overall, 20.90 x 21.33 mm internal diameter (approximate size British W, USA 11, Europe 25, Japan 24) (1 1/8 in.). [No Reserve] From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists. See our website for more information.