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One of a group of 129 ancient coins comprising 120 Greek and Roman Provincial bronzes (including two silver coins), 1 Celtic gold, 4 Parthian bronzes, 1 Elmaid bronze, 1 Norman bronze from Sicily, 2 modern forgeries of Hellenistic coins, 1 modern UK coin, and 6 banknotes.
Ruler: Ptolemy VIII Euergetes II (169 BC-116 BC)
Ptolemy VIII (145-116 BC), AE. Head of Herakles wearing lionskin r. Rev. eagle standing l. (SNG Milan 384), 8.36g.
History note: Under Review
Method of acquisition: Given (1997-12-05) by Buttrey, T. V., Prof.
-0145 - -0116
Object composed of bronze Weight 8.36 g
Accession number: CM.2416-1997
Primary reference Number: 271978
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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