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LOT 2996
Sicily, Syracuse. Hieron II AE. c.275-215 BC.
Diademed head of Hieron II to left / [Ι]ΕΡΩΝΟΣ Helmeted cavalryman riding horse prancing to right, holding couched lance with his right hand, below forelegs. CNS II, 195 Rl 22. HGC 2, 1548. SNG ANS 938. Very Fine.(17.63gr, 26mm, 6h.).
Provenance
Property of a London, UK, private collector.
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