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Details
LOT 3682
Group of Four [4] Sasanian Kingdom AR Drachms. 5th-6th century AD.
Various mints and dates. Condition as seen.(15.11gr total.). [No Reserve]
Provenance
Acquired on the UK market circa 2015.
Property of a London, UK, gentleman.
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