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LOT 3238
Greek King of Baktria, Eukratides I AE 21mm. c.175-170 BC.
ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΜΕΓΑΛΟY / ΕΥΚΡΑΤΙΔΟΥ, diademed and draped bust right, wearing horned Boiotian helmet / Maharajasa/Evukratidasa (Kharosthi),
Dioscuri on horseback charging right, with couched spears and holding palm branches. HGC 12, 146. Very Fine.(8.65gr, 22mm, 12h.).
Provenance
Property of a London, UK, private collector.
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LOT 3238
Greek King of Baktria, Eukratides I AE 21mm.
Estimate £50 - 70€58 - 81 (for guidance only)$67 - 94 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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