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LOT 9255660
Mysia, Lampsakos AR Obol. Circa 500-450 BC.
Janiform female head wearing double stephane, necklace, and circular pendant earring / Head of Athena to left, wearing crestless Corinthian helmet; all within incuse square. Baldwin, Lampsakos, Group A, Type I, pl. V, 14; SNG BnF 1131. Near Very Fine.(0.66gr, 8mm, 7h.).
Provenance
Acquired on UK art market.
Property of a Middlesex gentleman.
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LOT 9255660
Mysia, Lampsakos AR Obol.
Estimate £20 - 30€23 - 35 (for guidance only)$27 - 41 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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