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Details
LOT 3677
Group of Eight [8] AR Sigloi of Achaemenid Empire. 5th-4th century BC.
Various types. Condition as seen.(44.89gr total.).
Provenance
Ex 'V' gentleman's collection, Switzerland.
From the property of a North London, UK, gentleman.
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