Details
LOT 2952
Celtic Britannia. Cantiaci Potin Cast Unit. Circa 90-75 BC. Rounded Bull (Cantian D) type.
Outline head to left with central circle / Outline bull charging to right; two crescents above. ABC 165; Van Arsdell 123-1. Near Very Fine.(2.48gr, 19mm, 9h.).
Provenance
Acquired on the UK art market before 2000.
Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman.
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