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LOT 2782
Domitia, Augusta AE 16mm of Magnesia ad Sipylum, Lydia. AD 82-96.
ΔOMITIA CЄBACTH, draped bust to right / MAΓΝH CIΠV, river god Sipylos reclining to left, holding reed in his right hand, cornucopia in his left and resting his left elbow upon overturned urn from which liquid flows. RPC II, 986; GRPC 122; SNG Copenhagen 259; SNG von Aulock 3003. Very Fine.(2.77gr, 16mm, 1h.).
Provenance
Property of a North London, UK, gentleman.
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LOT 2782
Domitia, Augusta AE 16mm of Magnesia ad Sipylum, Lydia.
Sold for (Inc. bp): £104
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