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LOT 3648
Group of Twelve [12] AR Dirhams of the Abbasid Dynasty. 8th-12th century AD.
Various rulers. Condition as seen.(35.22gr total.).
Provenance
Acquired on the UK market before 2000.
Property of a London, UK, gentleman.
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LOT 3648
Group of Twelve [12] AR Dirhams of the Abbasid Dynasty.
Sold for (Inc. bp): £195
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