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One of seven coins of the Axumite Kingdom, one in silver, six in bronze (The coins were acquired from street traders in Axum in 1969): CM.356-1982

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One of seven coins of the Axumite Kingdom, one in silver, six in bronze (The coins were acquired from street traders in Axum in 1969)

Maker(s)

Ruler: Ouazebas

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Description

Axum, Ouazebas (late 4th century), AE, AC 54 1.40g. Acquired from street trader in Axum in 1969.

Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1982-10-11) by Phillipson

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Weight 1.4 g

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.356-1982
Primary reference Number: 283094
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Created: Thursday 25 March 2021 Updated: Tuesday 8 June 2021 Last processed: Friday 8 December 2023

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

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