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LOT 2585
Ancient Greek Coins - Parthian Dynasty - Sinatrukes - AR Drachm 95-68 B.C.
Obv: diademed bust left, wearing tiara. Rev: archer (Arsakes I) seated right on throne, holding bow, BAΣIΛEΩΣ MEΓAΛoY APΣAKoY ΘEoΠATPoY NIKAToPoΣ. Very fine.(4.06 grams, 19 mm.).
Provenance
Property of a London, UK, gentleman.
Literature
KM# 33.
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LOT 2585
Ancient Greek Coins - Parthian Dynasty - Sinatrukes - AR Drachm
Estimate £40 - 60€46 - 70 (for guidance only)$54 - 81 (for guidance only)
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