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LOT 9238213
Estimate
GBP (£) 20 - 30
EUR (€) 23 - 35
USD ($) 27 - 40
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) (+bp*)
Seleukis and Pieria, Antioch AE Tetrachalkon. Under Roman rule, 1st century BC. Uncertain year of Caesarian Era. Large denomination.
Laureate head of Zeus to right / ANTIOXEΩN THΣ MHTPOΠOΛEΩΣ KAI AVTONOMOV, Zeus seated to left on throne, holding crowning Nike and sceptre; Θ(?) to inner left; date in exergue; all within wreath. Cf. Butcher p.317. 7.94gr, 21mm, 12h.
Very Fine.
PROVENANCE:
Acquired on the UK art market since the early 2000s.
Property of a Lincolnshire gentleman, thence by descent.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
