1000th Anniversary of Rome Ancient Roman Sestertius Coin, 244 AD
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1000th Anniversary of Rome Ancient Roman Sestertius Coin, 244 AD
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- Dimensions:Height: 1.19 in (3 cm)Diameter: 1.19 in (3 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:244 AD
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- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU105223939663
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