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LOT 2747
Seleukis and Pieria, Chalkis ad Libanon AE 20mm. 1st century BC.
Under Ptolemy, son of Mennaios (84-40 BC). Draped bust of Athena to right, wearing crested Corinthian helmet; uncertain countermark to left / The Dioskouroi standing facing one another, each holding spear; around, four monograms. Herman 9; HGC 9, 1445. Near Very Fine.(3.88gr, 20mm, 1h.).
Provenance
Private collection, acquired 1980–1985.
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LOT 2747
Seleukis and Pieria, Chalkis ad Libanon AE 20mm.
Estimate £30 - 40€35 - 46 (for guidance only)$41 - 54 (for guidance only)
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