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LOT 3252
Da Yuezhi Rulers of Baktria, Sapadbizes AR Hemidrachm. Early 1st century BC.
CAΠΑΔΒΙ[ΖHC], helmeted bust right / ΝΑΝΑΙΑ, lion standing right, crescent and Λ above. ANS 1-2; HGC 12, 516; MIG 4, 509; Alram 1259. Very Fine. Very Rare.(1.57gr, 15mm, 12h.).
Provenance
Property of a London, UK, private collector.
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LOT 3252
Da Yuezhi Rulers of Baktria, Sapadbizes AR Hemidrachm.
Estimate £100 - 140€120 - 160 (for guidance only)$130 - 190 (for guidance only)
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