Details
LOT 2201
Anglo-Saxon Coins - Primary Phase - Series C - Portrait AR Sceatta 680-710 A.D.
Obv: radiate bust right, runic FMCF. Rev: variety C1, standard, TOTII; variety C2, four crosses abutting around the central standard. Extremely fine condition; as struck.(1.17 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. 779; Abr. 4; B.M.C. 2b; M. 117-125, 132-2; M. p. 106-13.
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LOT 2201
Anglo-Saxon Coins - Primary Phase - Series C - Portrait AR Sceatta
Estimate £300 - 400€350 - 460 (for guidance only)$410 - 540 (for guidance only)
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