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Tetradrachm: CM.118-1984

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A billon tetradrachm of Alexandria, issued by Claudius Gothicus, AD 268-270, from the collection of Prof, A.B.Cook, Found in 1927 during building work on a house in Victoria Park, Cambridge

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Method of acquisition: Given (1984-04-30) by Biddle, Martin

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Accession number: CM.118-1984
Primary reference Number: 285360
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Created: Monday 19 April 2021 Updated: Tuesday 17 June 2025 Last processed: Tuesday 17 June 2025

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

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