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LOT 2759
Phoenicia. Byblos, 'Aynel (Enylos) AR 1/16 Shekel. Circa 350-316/5 BC.
Two hoplites, holding shields, on galley to left, prow ending in lion's head; below, hippocamp to left / Lion attacking bull to left. E&E-B Series IV.4.2; HGC 10, 139. Near Very Fine.(0.63gr, 10mm, 7h.).
Provenance
Private collection, acquired 1980–1985.
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LOT 2759
Phoenicia. Byblos, 'Aynel (Enylos) AR 1/16 Shekel.
Estimate £30 - 40€35 - 46 (for guidance only)$41 - 54 (for guidance only)
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