Details
LOT 2700
Kings of Parthia. Vologases III AE Dichalkon. Circa AD 105-147.
Seleukeia mint. Dated Seleucid Era 451 (AD 139/140). Crowned facing bust wearing tiara; ANY (date) upwards to right / Tyche seated to left on column; palm to left. Sellwood 79.50; Shore -. Near Very Fine. Very rare.(3.70gr, 18mm, 12h.).
Provenance
Property of a North London, UK, gentleman.
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