Fears that new US import rule may blight coins

ANTIQUITIES and other cultural property claimed by Italy as part of its heritage may soon be barred from entering the United States unless accompanied by Italian export permits. This could have a significant effect on the trade and transport of classical coins, for which the US is one of the largest markets.

The decision whether to go ahead with the move could come as soon as early next month when the Cultu…

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