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LOT 3216
Kings of Cappadocia, Ariarathes V Eusebes Philopator AR Drachm. Dated RY 1 (163/2 BC). Eusebeia-Mazaca mint.
Diademed head to right / ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΑΡΙΑΡΑΘOV ΕVΣEBOVΣ, Athena Nikephoros standing to left, with spear and shield; monogram to inner left, T to inner right. Simonetta, Coins 6a; Simonetta 6. Very Fine.(3.92gr, 17mm, 12h.).
Provenance
Acquired on the UK market.
Property of a London antiquarian.
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LOT 3216
Kings of Cappadocia, Ariarathes V Eusebes Philopator AR Drachm.
Sold for (Inc. bp): £52
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