Details
LOT 2965
Cyprus, Amathos AR Obol. Rhoikos, circa 350 BC.
Head of lion to right / Forepart of lion to right, head facing. Tziambazis -; Amandry, Amathonte 133 B, pl. 20; Zapiti & Michaelidou 20; SNG Copenhagen 4. Very Fine.(0.44gr, 10mm, 8h.).
Provenance
Ex Spink, 1970s.
Property of a North London, UK, gentleman.
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