Mythically rich person (7)

I believe the answer is:

croesus

(Other definitions for croesus that I've seen before include "Proverbial rich man" , "Person of great wealth" , "Sources for legendary rich king" , "Fabulously wealthy man" , "Fat cat" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.

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