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One of two Ancient Greek coins:
Mint: Ephesus (Possibly)
Persian rulers, Ephesos?, Æ, c.350-340 BC. King r. with bow and spear, BA behind; countermark star. Rev. map of the hinterland of Ephesos? (Johnston, p. 94), 1.76g. From Malloy sale 45, lot 257. This coin type carries arguably one of the earliest known maps.
History note: Under Review
Method of acquisition: Bought (1997-03-03) by A. G. Malloy Inc.
Circa -0350 - Circa -0340
Object composed of bronze Weight 1.76 g
Accession number: CM.300-1997
Primary reference Number: 270036
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The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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