Details
LOT 2928
Mysia, Parion AR Drachm. 5th century BC.
Facing gorgoneion with protruding tongue / Irregular pattern within quadripartite incuse square. SNG BnF 1351-2; SNG von Aulock -. Very Fine.(3.05gr, 12mm). [No Reserve]
Provenance
Property of a Cambridgeshire, UK, gentleman.
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