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LOT 9255642
Akarnania, Leukas AR Stater. Circa 435 BC.
ΛEY, Pegasus flying to left / Head of Athena to left, wearing Corinthian helmet; in right field, bunch of grapes; before, Λ. Calciati, Pegasi 37/1 (these dies; Λ not mentioned); BCD Akarnanien -. Near Very Fine. Very rare. Professionally cleaned.(8.35gr, 23mm, 11h.).
Provenance
Ex Numismatica Ars Classica, Autumn Sale 2024, 30 September 2024, lot 316.
Acquired on UK art market.
Property of a Middlesex gentleman.
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LOT 9255642
Akarnania, Leukas AR Stater.
Estimate £300 - 400€350 - 460 (for guidance only)$410 - 540 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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