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One of 36 Greek silver fractions selected from the collection of an Italian diplomat offered for sale by Spink (see also nos. 139-40 and 713-18 below):: CM.123-1996

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One of 36 Greek silver fractions selected from the collection of an Italian diplomat offered for sale by Spink (see also nos. 139-40 and 713-18 below):

Maker(s)

Mint: Samos

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Description

Samos, Ionia, AR obol, c. 480 BC. Lion's scalp facing; rev. ox's head to l. in dotted incuse square. 0.66 g. J.P. Barron, pl. 6, 1.

Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1996-03-04) by The Friends of the Fitzwilliam Museum

Dating

Production date: circa 480 BC

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Weight 0.66 g

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.123-1996
Primary reference Number: 272678
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Created: Tuesday 17 November 2020 Updated: Wednesday 29 September 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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