U.S. to put Restrictions on Import of Greek, Roman, Byzantine, Islamic coins from Libya

2017-12-18 Mon

Libya received import restrictions for different kinds of coins entering the US as per the 1970 UNESCO Convention. The restriction is applied for a five-year period until 30th May 2022. Ancient Greek, Roman, Byzantine, Islamic and Ottoman coins are included in the new rule.

Efforts are being taken by a lawyer to respect both ends. Some experts believe that these restrictions are a result of over-hyped fears of illicit antiquities funding terrorism. There are many other experts who support these restrictions.

Elegant Gold Mohur of Maharaja Pratap Singh, Baroda

Lakshman Singh’s Gold Nazarana Mohur of Dungarpur

Nanaia Type Copper Coin of Emperor Kanishka I, Kushan

Lanky Bull/ Nandi Type Copper Unit of Kaushambi City State

Silver Rupee of Progressive Baroda’s Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III