Details
LOT 3630
Group of Two [2] AR Sigloi of Achaemenid Empire. 5th-4th century BC.
Various types. Condition as seen.(10.75gr total.).
Provenance
UK private collection before 2000.
Acquired on the UK art market.
Private collection, London.
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