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LOT 2877
Celtic Britain. Belgae(?) AV Stater. Circa 60-20 BC.
Chute (Durotrigan A/British B) type. Wreath pattern with crescents / Disjointed horse to left; above tail, elongated pellet within elliptical ornament, row of pellets. ABC 746; SCBC 22; Van Arsdell 1205-7 (Durotriges). Very Fine. Yellow gold.(5.87gr, 18mm, 10h).
Provenance
Acquired on the UK art market;
From the private collection of Mr G.B., Hampshire, UK.
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