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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.129-1996

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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):

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Description

Uncertain mint of Caria, AR 1/24th stater c. 500 BC. Head, neck and foreleg of a lion to r.; rev. incuse square. 0.44 g.

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 500 BC

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Weight 0.44 g

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.129-1996
Primary reference Number: 272684
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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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