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LOT 2593

Ancient Greek Coins - Mixed Coin Group [19] 3rd-1st century B.C.

Mixed group comprising: various rulers, issues and reverse types. Fair-good fine.(109 grams total, 14-26 mm.). [19, No Reserve]

Provenance

From a 1980s UK collection.
Property of an London antiquarian.

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LOT 2593

Ancient Greek Coins - Mixed Coin Group [19]

Sold for (Inc. bp): £130

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