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LOT 3045

Kings of Elymais, Kamnaskires III, with Anzaze Fourrée Tetradrachm. Circa 82/1-73/2 BC.

Seleukeia on the Hedyphon. Undated issue. Conjoined busts to right of Kamnaskires, diademed, draped, wearing long beard and torque and to left Queen Anzaze, draped, wearing stephane and necklace; Seleukid anchor behind / BACIΛEΩC [KA]MNACKI[POY] KAI BACIΛICCH[C ANZAZHC]; Zeus seated to left on throne, holding Nike, who crowns him, with his right hand and sceptre with left. For prototype cf. van't Haaff Type 7.1.1-1-6a. Good Very Fine. Areas of delamination and double struck of reverse.(11.50gr, 28mm, 1h.).

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Acquired on the UK market before 2000;
Property of a London, UK, gentleman.

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LOT 3045

Kings of Elymais, Kamnaskires III, with Anzaze Fourrée Tetradrachm.

Estimate £250 - 350€290 - 410 (for guidance only)$340 - 470 (for guidance only)

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