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LOT 0615

Greek Alexander the Great Tetradrachm in Silver Pendant

3RD-2ND CENTURY B.C.

1 3/8 in. (16.66 grams, 34 mm).

Coin encased in silver frame with ribbed suspension loop; bust of Alexander the Great to obverse, seated figure holding a bird to reverse with 'ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΟΣ' legend.

Provenance

Ex German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.

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LOT 0615

Greek Alexander the Great Tetradrachm in Silver Pendant

Sold for (Inc. bp): £442

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