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LOT 3475

Claudius II Gothicus BI Antoninianus. Struck circa mid 270-August 270. Rome mint. 6th officina.

IMP CLAVDIVS AVG, radiate and cuirassed bust to right / PROVIDENT AVG, Providentia standing to left, holding baton over globe and long scetpre; ς in right field. RIC V.1 94 var.; MER-RIC 483 (temporary); Normanby 946. Good Very Fine.(2.63gr, 20mm, 12h.).

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Property of a North London, UK, gentleman.

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LOT 3475

Claudius II Gothicus BI Antoninianus.

Sold for (Inc. bp): £20

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