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One of six Ancient Greek and Byzantine coins and three modern fakes:: CM.458-2002

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One of six Ancient Greek and Byzantine coins and three modern fakes:

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Elymais, Orodes II (late 1st century AD), fake AR tetradrachm, rev. irregular dashes transformed into ‘arrows’ (Cf. SNG Cop 305; Göbl, Antike Numismatik, pl.101.2074), base alloy, 16.92g; 28 mm. Bought in Isfahan, 1944.

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History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (2002-04-22) by Nelson, K.E., Rev.

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Weight 16.92 g

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.458-2002
Primary reference Number: 257297
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Created: Tuesday 10 November 2020 Updated: Friday 15 October 2021 Last processed: Wednesday 13 December 2023

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Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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