Details
LOT 2549
Anglo-Saxon Coins - Primary Phase - Series A Type 2a - Portrait AR Sceatta 680-710 A.D.
Obv: profile radiate bust right with TIC before and row of four pellets behind. Rev: TOTII standard with rounded horns with trefoil of pellets in centre and reversed IPTTA legend, within a beaded border. Extremely fine; as struck.(1.15 grams.).
Provenance
Ex late John Cross collection, Canterbury, UK.
Acquired Canterbury Auction Galleries, 3 October 2021, lot 569 (part).
Property of two Kent sisters, by gift from their parents.
Literature
S. 775; Abr. 3; N. 40.
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LOT 2549
Anglo-Saxon Coins - Primary Phase - Series A Type 2a - Portrait AR Sceatta
Estimate £350 - 450€410 - 520 (for guidance only)$470 - 610 (for guidance only)
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