![Group of Five [5] AE Greek Coins.](https://timelineauctions.com/upload/images/items/224311b.jpg "Group of Five [5] AE Greek Coins.")
![Group of Five [5] AE Greek Coins.](https://timelineauctions.com/upload/images/items/224311.jpg "Group of Five [5] AE Greek Coins.")
Details
LOT 2734
Group of Five [5] AE Greek Coins. 2nd-1st century BC.
Various rulers and cities. Very Fine.(19.68gr total.). [5]
Provenance
Ex 'V' gentleman's collection, Switzerland.
From the property of a North London, UK, gentleman.
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