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LOT 2703
Ionia, Uncertain mint or Erythrai EL 1/12 of Stater or Hemihekte. 6th century BC.
Lydo-Milesian standard. Rosette with central pellet / Incuse square punch. SNG Kayhan -; cf. SNG von Aulock 7786 (trite); SNG Copenhagen -; Boston MFA -; Elektron -; Rosen -; Traité -. Very Fine. Very rare.(1.18gr, 7mm.).
Provenance
Private collection, acquired 1980–1985.
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LOT 2703
Ionia, Uncertain mint or Erythrai EL 1/12 of Stater or Hemihekte.
Sold for (Inc. bp): £260
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