Greek Gold Ring with Centaurs and Chariot
3rd-2nd century BC. A round-section gold hoop with facetted shoulders, trumpet-shaped ellipsoid bezel, incuse scene of a bearded god (Apollo?) reclining in a biga drawn by two centaurs, with pennant above held by a child standing on the rumps of the centaurs. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L. Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 197 for type. 17.58 grams, 24.80mm overall, 18.07mm internal diameter (approximate size British P 1/2, USA 7 3/4, Europe 16.86, Japan 16) (1"). Property of a London gentleman; acquired London art market, 1970-1980.
Very fine condition. A large wearable size.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500