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LOT 3395

Roman Imperial AE Coins Group [92]. 3rd-4th century AD.

Group comprising: various issues and reverse types mainly from the House of Constantine. 'As Found' Condition.(199gr total, 12-25mm). [92, No Reserve]

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Found Wiltshire, UK, before 1974.

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LOT 3395

Roman Imperial AE Coins Group [92].

Sold for (Inc. bp): £130

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