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LOT 2969
Celtic Britannia. Catuvellauni and Trinovantes, Cunobelin AR Unit. AD 10-43.
CVNO, draped and winged bust to right / TASCIO, sphinx seated to left. Hobbs 1874; VA 2057-1; SCBC 313. Near Very Fine.(1.33gr, 12mm, 1h.).
Provenance
Acquired on the UK art market before 2000.
Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman.
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LOT 2969
Celtic Britannia. Catuvellauni and Trinovantes, Cunobelin AR Unit.
Sold for (Inc. bp): £176
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