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LOT 3335
Philistia, Gaza ('Azah) AR Drachm. Mid 5th century-333 BC.
Head of female to right, with oriental hairstyle / Forepart of horse to right; Phoenician AZ to upper left; all in pelletted square border within incuse square. Gitler & Tal VI.2D; HGC 10, 548 (male head). Very Fine. Lightly toned. Test punch on obverse and test cuts on reverse.(3.88gr, 15mm, 12h.).
Provenance
London, UK, dealership, 1990s.
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LOT 3335
Philistia, Gaza ('Azah) AR Drachm.
Estimate £600 - 800€700 - 930 (for guidance only)$810 - 1,080 (for guidance only)
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