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LOT 3633
Group of Five [5] Thrace, Byzantion in alliance with Kalchedon AE Coins. 300-200 BC.
Various types. Condition as seen.(50.73gr total.).
Provenance
Property of a London, UK, gentleman.
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LOT 3633
Group of Five [5] Thrace, Byzantion in alliance with Kalchedon AE Coins.
Sold for (Inc. bp): £91
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