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LOT 2976
Parthian Dynasty AR Drachms Group [4]. 1st century BC.
Four silver Drachms of the Parthian Dynasty. (19.98gr total). [No Reserve]
Provenance
Acquired on the UK market before 2000;
Property of a London, UK, gentleman.
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From an old UK collection; Ex Classical Numismatic Group, Electronic Auction 548, 18 October 2023, lot 188; From the collection of a London antiquarian.
