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The Members' Gallery => Topic started by: Bud Stewart on January 17, 2011, 05:04:14 pm
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I just added the following denarius to my small collection:
L. Procilius L.f. - Procilia-2
ROMAN REPUBLIC L. Procilius L.f. Silver denarius serratus, VF, Italian mint, (4.109gm, maximum diameter 19.4mm, die axis 180o) 80 B.C.
Head of Juno Sospita clad in goat skin right, S C (senatus consulto - authorized by special decree of the Senate) behind
Juno Sospita in a biga right, brandishing spear and holding shield, snake below, L.PROCILI.F in exergue
SRCV 307, Sydenham 772, Crawford 379/2, RSC I Procilia 2
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-63898
This is my first, but definitely not my last FORVM purchase. I've often heard that Joe's coins are better in person, and I now I can happily attest to that.
Thanks Joe.
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Hi Bud,
I like your gallery very much, it has a quality. Really nice coins! I also like the backgroung you use, adds warmth to coins.
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Thanks very much for your kind words Rover.
I'm very impressed by your Greek Silver Gallery. I am really enjoying watching your put together what is shaping up to be a truly important collection. Although I don't have enough knowledge on the subject to make comment, I always make sure to follow your threads. I find them educational and entertaining. Isn't that why were here? ;D
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Although I don't have enough knowledge on the subject to make comment...
Well, i feel exactly the same.
I know almost nothing on Roman coins, so i can't comment! :)
But quality can't hide, although i am not experienced on Romans, i can clearly see your try to keep the quality high.
Keep up this, it works!
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nice addition Bud!
i would probably collect Repulican silver if i wasn't into Greek, and i've been wanting a serratus for some time. i hope it's as nice as this one. 8)
good luck with your RR collection.
~ Peter
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Thanks Peter,
Your M. Sergius Silus is fantastic, if it's not improper to describe such a "gruesome depiction" as fantastic. I have never seen a clear face on the severed head before. This coin is on my "want list", but I doubt I'll be able to acquire one with the same quality that your specimen displays.
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thanks Bud.
and btw, i love your new Concordia! ;)
~ Peter
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Nice collection Bud
I particularly like the P Clodius M.f. Turrinus as I have a special affection for Diana Lucifera
Thanks for sharing those
Potator
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Thanks for the kind words Peter and Potator.
I think I've caught the 'Republican Bug'. I am still having fun learning about and collecting Imperial, but the Republic Denarii are really intriguing.
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Wonderful pieces so far Bud, I especially like the Republic - Junia-15!
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I just added my most recent acquisition to my Gallery.
Aemilius Lepidus Paullus. 62 BC. AR Denarius Rome mint
Diademed and veiled head of Concordia right
L. Aemilius Paullus standing to right of trophy, Perseus and his two sons captive on the left.
Crawford 415/1; Sydenham 926; Aemilia 10. RSC 366
Unfortunately, I was forced to use the dealer's photograph. I attempted, but my skills & equipment just wouldn't do this coin "justice"
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-64323
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Nice collection Bud
Potator, what a great compliment from such an advanced Numismatist. I just had the pleasure of viewing your Republican/Imperator Gallery. I ran out of superlatives. All I can say is; thanks for sharing this wonderful collection with us.
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I have just replaced the "dealer photo" of my Aemilius Lepidus Paullus with my own work. I dare say, I rather like my picture better. I have taken this under 'natural light' and it has a much 'livelier' feel. I thought that the old photo was flat & lifeless, much like that you find in very old auction catalogs. See if you agree.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-64411
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I just had the pleasure of adding the following denarius to my collection:
L Rutilius Flaccus - Rutilia-1
ROMAN REPUBLIC. 77 BC. Silver Denarius
Helmeted head of Roma right, FLAC behind
Victory in biga right, L RVTILLI in ex.
Crawford 387/1, Sydenham 780, Rutilia-1, RCV 318
Certainly not COTD material, but it came inexpensive and I think that it has “character”.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-64876
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The second, and best of the, two Republican Denarii that I just added to my slowly growing collection. I've said it before (forgive me for repeating), I love sharing my small collection with my FORVM Mates. Thanks for indulging me.
Spurius Afranius - Afrania-1
ROMAN REPUBLIC. 150 BC. Silver Denarius (4.00 gm)
Head of Roma Right X Behind
Victory in biga right, SAFRA below.
Crawford 206/1, Sydenham 388, Afrania-1, RCV 85
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-64877
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Certainly not COTD material, but it came inexpensive and I think that it has “character”.
Certainly a coin of good style . Beautifully engraved, nicely framed, a lot of eye appeal here.
Good style is everything...
Best regards
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Thanks for your kind comments Rover. I’m really enjoying myself collecting (and sharing my collection).
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Nice Biga!
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Great additions!
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I love these little worn coins more than the coins in perfect condition. The biga is top!
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I love these little worn coins more than the coins in perfect condition. The biga is top!
Thanks KC,
The biggest adjustment that I had to make when I entered this fascinating world is that “Imperfect” is okay. Although my goal is quality, and I will always opt for the best coin available, I’ve learned that very few coins, and virtually none that fall in my budget, are perfectly struck on a perfectly round flan. I’ve come to appreciate what is there and not be preoccupied with what is not. About condition; I know that the coins that I love are 2,000-years old and have lived interesting lives, often wearing the ‘battle scars’ that they have earned.
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Fine republicans, especially the Minucia is beautiful !
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Fine republicans, especially the Minucia is beautiful !
Thanks Taurisker. Coming from a collector with such exquisite taste, this is true compliment. I thoroughly enjoy your Republican Collection. The quality and diversity of your specimens is inspiring to this new guy.
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With full knowledge that this is not a Republican Issue, I have placed it in my “Republican Gallery” for ‘safe keeping’ until I move it:
Marc Antony 32-31 BC. AR Legionary Denarius (3.33 gm).
Praetorian galley right
LEG XIII, legionary eagle between two standards.
Crawford 544/27, Sydenham 1232a, RSC 42
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-65855
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I had a very good day in Baltimore on Thursday. I was very impressed with the quality of the material being offered. I was fortunate enough to add several nice denarii to my Republican Collection.
L. Rubrius Dossenus. 87 BC. Denarius (3.67 gm).
Laureate head of Jupiter right; sceptre behind
Quadrigal carpentum with small Victory right; LRVBRI in exergue.
Crawford 348/1, Sydenham 705, RSC 258, Rubria-1
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-65877
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a nice pair Bud!
i like them both, but i'm particularly envious of the legionary. i'd like to add one of these 'Thirteens' myself one day.
~ Peter
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very nice collection Bud! I also love Republican denarii... I like particularly your Minucia, very nice!
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That is a nice assortment you have there Bud!
Best, Noah
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Thanks Peter, Noah, ‘dafnis’,
I’m really enjoying putting my collection together and it is great to get feedback form some really advanced collectors such as you. Thanks for the encouragement.
I almost doubled my Republican Collection at the Whitman Show in Baltimore. I was fortunate to be able to sell some Modern United States Commemorative Coins at one end of the bourse floor and use the proceeds to pick up some nice specimens.
One of the denarii I aquired, perhaps my favorite, was from our mate Barry Murphy
L Scribonius Libo Denarius (3.88 gm). 62 BC.
BON EVENT LIBO, Head of Bonus Eventus right, with broad diadem
PVTEAL SCRIBON Well-head ornamented with two lyres, hammer.
Sydenham 928, Crawford 416/1a, RCV 367, RSC Scribonia-8a
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-65879
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That is a great addition!
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Do you know what the meaning of the hammer is?
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Do you know what the meaning of the hammer is?
Apparently a link with Vulcan, in that these coins show hammer (usually) tongs (less often) and anvil (very rarely), being the symbols of Vulcan, the blacksmith god, and also the god of lightning from the sparks in a blacksmiths furnace.
The wellhead is in turn linked to Vulcan because it was founded at a spot struck by lightning.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Puteal_Scribonianum
The Scribonian Puteal was a bidental — that is, a spot which had been struck by lightning. It took its name from its resemblance to the stone curb or low enclosure around a well (puteus) that was between the Temple of Castor and Pollux and the Temple of Vesta, near the Porticus Julia and the Arcus Fabiorum (arch of the Fabii).
I have one of the very rare types with anvil (pic below). I bought it recently - it cost just the "normal" price for the common hammer type, not being well known as a rarity. Good.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ahala_rome/5282053479/lightbox/
A pic of Vulcan below with "your" hammer and "my" anvil shown.
I found out all this information in the last 10 minutes by the way - an example of the many small joys of coin collecting in that if you had not asked the question, I would not have gone searching for information about Vulcan.
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Thanks for the explanation, Andrew. Good found I would say.
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Thanks for the explanation, Andrew. Good found I would say.
Good foundry!!!
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... an example of the many small joys of coin collecting in that if you had not asked the question, I would not have gone searching for information about Vulcan.
I agree Andrew. This is truly a fascinating and educational ‘pastime’ that we share. Thanks.
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I have to admit, the Puppy sold me on this one.
C. Antestius – Antestia-1a
Roman Republic, AR Denarius (3.26 gm), C.ANTESTI, 146 BC, Rome Mint,
Obverse: Helmeted head of Roma looking to the right, before X, C.AESTI behind, border of dots.
Reverse: Dioscuri going right, puppy below looking upwards with one forefoot raised, ROMA in exergue.
Crawford 219/1D, Sydenham 411, RSC Antestia-1a, RCV 95/1
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-66371
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a lovely coin Bud.
the dog, not just present but animated, brings a soulfulness to this coin which might otherwise be nonexistant. i would have had a hard time resisting this one too, as i am a complete sucker for canine friends.
the passage in the Odyssey where Odysseus returns home in disguise but is immediately recognized by his dog Argos, who promptly dies satisfied knowing his master has returned, brings me to tears every time i read it (i will add that Republican type to my collection too... some day).
a nice 'alive' addition to your collection.
~ Peter
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Hello there Mates,
I feel impelled to share my latest acquisition:
M. Volteius M f – Volteia-4
ROMAN REPUBLIC M. Volteius M.f. 78 BC. AR Denarius. (18 mm 3.7 gm)
Laureate & helmeted bust of Attis right; shield behind
Cybele seated right in chariot drawn by two lions M. VOLTEI. M. F in exergue; control numeral MZ above.
Cr385/4; Syd 777, RCV 315
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-68505
The Lions bring a smile to my face. I find them stately & regal, but also very whimsical.
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Nice one! I like the fact that Cybele is in her chair ON the chariot! lol
Chris
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Thanks Chris, she does appear to be doing a bit of a 'balancing act'. Again, I find this rather charming.
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Thanks for allowing me to share my excitement. I’ve wanted an example of these type for quite sometime and when this specimen became available I didn’t have to give it a second thought. I’m especially fond of the very natural appearance of the toning.
L. Calpurnius Piso Frugi - Calpurnia-11
ROMAN REPUBLIC. L Calpurnius Piso Frugi Denarius. (17 mm 4.0 gm) 90 BC.
Laureate head of Apollo right with bow behind
L PISO FRVGI below horseman galloping right, holding palm XII below.
Crawford 340/1, RCV 235
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-68919
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With Joe’s help, I’ve just ended a long ‘dry spell’. I was very pleased to make an addition to my Republican Collection.
While I’m quite displeased with my photographic efforts on this one, I really needed to share my new acquisition.
L. Lucretius Trio - Lucretia-3
ROMAN REPUBLIC L. Lucretius Trio 76 BC AR denarius, Rome mint, (18.1 mm 3.825 gm die axis 180o)
Laureate head of Neptune right, with trident over shoulder, ˄XT control number behind
Winged boy (Cupid?) riding dolphin right, L LVCRET TRIO below
SRCV 322, Sydenham 784, Crawford 390/2, RSC I Lucretia 3
Once again, thanks for allowing me to share.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-70097
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I love this type Bud. Hope you don't mind. I fiddled with it in Photoshop a bit:
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I love this type Bud. Hope you don't mind. I fiddled with it in Photoshop a bit:
Thanks Jay. Yours is much better than my product. Can I use your picture in my Gallery?
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Of course, that's why I did it! I could only manipulate it so much...
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You’re an artist Jay. Thanks very much mate. :)
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My pleasure...anything else you want done? ;D
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I just remembered to correct the link to the new photo of my L. Lucretius Trio - Lucretia-3.
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Hello FORVM Mates,
I was very happy that I had the opportunity to add a lovely new denarius to my growing Republican collection.
M. Herennius - Herennia-1
ROMAN REPUBLIC M Herennius. AR denarius (18mm, 3.83g). 108 - 107 BC Rome mint.
Diademed head of Pietas right PIETAS (TA ligate) behind, •T (control symbols)
Amphinomus carrying his father right. M HERENNI (HE ligate)
Crawford 308/1a, Syd 567, RCV 185
I am please with the photo of this one. I photographed using diffused natural light.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-70661
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Hello Friends,
I’ve had a very good August. Take a look at my third, and most probably last, addition for the month. I plan to attend a large annual show in Philadelphia next month, so I intend to replenish my collecting budget by selling some “Modern Junk”, so hopefully September will also be productive.
C. Postumius – Postumia-9
ROMAN REPUBLIC C. Postumius 74 BC. AR denarius.(17mm, 3.98g). Rome mint.
Bust of Diana right, draped, with bow and quiver over shoulder
C POSTVMI. Hound running right; below, spear.
Crawford 394/1a, Sydenham 785, RCV 330
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-70826
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Great addition!
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I plan to attend a large annual show in Philadelphia next month, so I intend to replenish my collecting budgethttp://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-70826
I was planning to be there also, but alas, parent's weekend at my son's university coincides with the show. Next time...
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During the last week I’ve had the pleasure to add two specimens to my Republican Denarii Collection. The most recent of which is:
L. Calpurnius Piso Caesoninus & Q. Servilius Caepio - Calpurnia-5a
Roman Republic. L. Calpurnius Piso Caesoninus & Q. Servilius Caepio. 100 B.C. AR Denarius. (3.922 grams 17mm).
Laureate head of Saturn r.; behind, harpa; around, PISO. CAEPIO. Q.
Two male figures (Quaestors) seated on bench (subsellium) side by side; to l. and r., corn-ear; in exergue, AD. FRV. EMV. EX. S. C.
Sydenham 603, Crawford 330/1a, RCV 210, RSC Calpurnia-5a
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-75273
Seaby notes: A law was passed to allow the people to buy corn at "a semis and a triens for a modius". The Senate ordered the quaestors to strike this special issue of coins so that they could fulfill the provisions of this law.
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Very nice collection! I am getting into Republican coins more and more these days.
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Thanks Danny,
Although I still actively collect Imperial Denarii, I favor the Republican issues. I started collecting Republican Denarii because I am attracted to the beauty and diversity of designs.
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Great addition! I don't know why I don't have more republican coins.
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I just had the pleasure of adding two new denarii to my Republican Collection. Thanks for letting me share:
Anonymous – RSC-176
115-114 BC, AR denarius (21mm, 3.82g). Rome mint.
Helmeted head of Roma right; X behind and ROMA below
Roma seated right on shields; wolf and twins before, two birds in fields.
Crawford 287/1; Sydenham 530; RSC 176; RCV 164
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-77683
Cn. Cornelius Lentulus Marcellinus – Cornelia-55
76-75 B.C. AR denarius (3.80 g, 17.7 mm). Spanish (?) mint.
G. P. R - Diademed and draped bust of Genius right, scepter over shoulder banker's mark on cheek
LENT CVR ӿ F Scepter with wreath, globe, and rudder; EX to left; S.C to right.
Crawford 393/1b; Sydenham 752a; RSC Cornelia 55; SRCV 324.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-77686
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You have an outstanding Republican collection with many diverse types.
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You have an outstanding Republican collection with many diverse types.
Thanks for the kind words Caesar’s Ghost. I am very impressed with your collection. I’m especially fond of your Republican and early Imperial.
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Another recent addition to my collection of Republican Denarii:
C. Marius C.f. Capito
81 B.C. AR Serrate Denarius (3.86 g, 19.5 mm).
CAPIT • XXXXI behind draped bust of Ceres right, wreathed in corn, symbol below chin.
Plowman steering yoke of oxen left, XXXXI above; C • MARCI • C • F / SC in ex.
Crawford 378/1c; Sydenham 744b; RSC Maria 9; RCV 300
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-78048
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Really nice coin. The reverse is beautifully detailed. You have a great collection of Republican coins.
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Really nice coin. The reverse is beautifully detailed. You have a great collection of Republican coins.
Thank you. I love sharing my growing collection with people who appreciate ancient coins. Obviously, I also share with my family & friends, but I don't think they fully understand my passion. ;)
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Bud,
While RR is not my area of interest, a quick browse through your collection leaves no doubt as to why these coins are so desirable.
Your RR collection is of uniformly high quality and the imagery is fantastic, which makes leaving your RR page open in my browser quite an enjoyable experience!
mz
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Thanks Mark,
While lately I've given a little more attention to Republican, I still add denarrii to my Imperial Collection. I’m contemplating including antoniniani, so I can add a few new emperors to my cabinet.
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Some very nice stuff all around. I'll have to sit and look at everything carefully...
Best
JC
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I have a new favorite coin that I feel a need to share with my FORUM mates. I was very happy when this one came on the market. I’ve had a Sergia-1 on my “wish list” since I started my collection on Republican Denarii.
ROMAN REPUBLIC AR Denarius M. Sergius Silus Rome 116-115 B.C. (3,89 gm).
Helmeted head of Roma right, EX•S• C before, ROMA and X (XVI ligate) behind.
Helmeted horseman galloping left, holding sword and severed head in left hand, Q below horse’s forelegs, M SERGI below, SILVS in ex
Syd 534, Cr286/1, Sear 163, RSC I Sergia-1
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-80400
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Bud, that is one excellent reverse. Congrats!
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You hit a grand slam with this one! Evocative!
Congratulations!
Steve
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That one was definately worth the wait. A great catch, enjoy it!
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nice!
i'm glad you finally got one, and a really nice one too. well done dude... cheers! 8)
~ Peter
(and i'm not just being magnanimous because we took 2 outta 3 from the Phillies earlier this week :P )
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I haven’t been as active here on The FORVM or with my collection as I would like, but I’ve added a few specimens to my collection of Denarii. Here is the latest:
L. Titurius L.f. Sabinus - Tituria-6
Denarius (3.84g) Rome mint, 89 B.C.
Obverse Bare head of King Tatius right, SABIN behind;
Reverse Victory in a biga holding wreath in right hand and reigns in left, TITVRI below horses, grain ear (control symbol) in exergue
SRCV I 253, Sydenham 700, Crawford 344/3, RSC I Tituria-6
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-87699
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Outstanding. I love the Tituria gens coins.
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Thanks Lucas. :)
Now I’m budgeting for “Rape of the Sabines” & “Death of Tarpeia”
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Just added another Republican denarius.
I love these issues of the dying days of the Republic. If only coins like this could speak. Oh, what ‘tales they could tell’.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-88354
Mn. Cordius Rufus AR denarius (16mm, 3.86g). Rome mint.
Jugate heads of the Dioscuri, each wearing laureate pileus surmounted by star
Venus standing left holding sceptre and scales.
Crawford 463/1a, Syd 976, Cordia-2a, SRCV 440
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With full knowledge that this is not a Republican Issue, I have placed it in my “Republican Gallery” for ‘safe keeping’ until I move it:
Marc Antony 32-31 BC. AR Legionary Denarius (3.33 gm).
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-65855
? Why is it not a Republican issue. It's an issue of Mark Antony, who, per his title was a Triumvir Reipublicate Constituendae - One of three Men for the Regulation of the Republic. You can't get more Republican than that!
The Roman Republic ended on Monday 16th January 27BC when Octavian renounced his Roman Republican proconsular and triumviral powers (which were given by the Senate), and the Senate instead gave him the titles of Princeps and Augustus, and appointed him to a ten year responsibility for many of the provinces. It was evident from that point onwards that there was no intention of anyone to revert to the Republican constitution. Prior to 16/1/-27, anything was possible - Octavian might have not accepted the Princeps/Augustus roles nor the imperial provinces and instead, as Sulla had done, established a plan to put the Senate and People back in the driving seat.
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Thanks Andrew,
You are correct; this was a bit of intellectual laziness on my part. What I was attempting to convey was that, until I acquire enough specimens to start an “Imperatorial sub-gallery”, I intend to place my “legionary denarius” with the rest of my Republican denarii.
As you’ve correctly pointed out; I did state “with full knowledge that this is not a Republican Issue”. My statement is very ignorant of the facts. I knew better then, and I surely know better now. I hope my sloppiness was not an irritation to my FORVM Mates.
Once again Andrew, thank you. +++
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What I was attempting to convey was that, until I acquire enough specimens to start an “Imperatorial sub-gallery”, I intend to place my “legionary denarius” with the rest of my Republican denarii.
Bud
It's a nice coin Republican or not! I've been looking for clear specimens for two decades or more annd they are tough to find with such a clear reverse number. But on your point I'm not sure Imperatorial coins really are a separate group. These were the coins of the Roman Republic in the 40s and 30s BC; some were struck in the name of proconsuls or triumvirs, and some, of the same time period, were not.
Andrew
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Well, I had a very good Numismatic Year. Earlier this week I added, what are most likely, my last two denarii of 2012:
Q. Sicinius and C. Coponius – Sicinia-1
ROMAN REPUBLIC Q. Sicinius and C. Coponius 49 BC AR Denarius (17mm, 3.93g). Mint moving with Pompey. Diademed head of Apollo right; star below / Club of Hercules surmounted by lion's skin; arrow to left; bow to right. Crawford 444/1a; SRCV 413; Sicinia 1; Syd 939
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-90990
Ti. Minucius C.f. Augurinus – Minucia-9
ROMAN REPUBLIC Ti. Minucius C.f. Augurinus 134 BC AR denarius (19mm, 3.83g). Rome mint. Helmeted head of Roma right; mark of value behind neck / Ionic column surmounted by statue; at base, grain ear to inner left and right; to outer left, Minucius Augurinus standing right, with foot on modius; to outer right, M. Minucius Faesus standing left, holding lituus. Crawford 243/1; SRCV 120; Sydenham 494; Minucia 9; EX CNG 207, lot 333 (March 2009).
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-90991
As I’ve said many times in the past, thanks FORVM for allowing me to share my interest in the history and the coinage of Ancient Rome.
I wish all my FORVM Mates a Joyous & Prosperous New Year!
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wow Bud, it's been awhile since i gone through your gallery. you HAVE been busy!
yours has grown into a very nice collection, quite a pleasure to browse. i congratulate you on having a good eye and look forward to seeing next year's additions.
and i hope you and yours have a really good New Year! :)
happy to be leaving 2012 behind,
~ Peter
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Thanks very much Peter. I’m really enjoying collecting and learning.
I find the historical narratives in your gallery very enlightening, as well as entertaining. You gallery descriptions are an inspirational reminder of why I collect coins. It may sound trite, but coins really are “history in the Hand”.
Some of the most prized additions to my ‘collection’ will probably never be posted in my “Gallery”; these are the additions I’ve made to my library. I have had the pleasure of reading some great books this year. Most of my reading has been about the eras I’ve been collecting and this has really given context to the coins in my cabinet.
Once again Peter, I must thank you for your kind words of support.
I hope you have a Wonderful New Year.
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Well, I’ve just made my first acquisition of 2013.
It may not be spectacular, but I’m very happy with my new denarius.
I must to admit to have a special affinity to the coinage of the dying decades of the Republic. My Acilia-8 was minted in the “Year of the Consulship of Lentulus and Marcellus”, which is year that Caesar crossed the Rubicon. While there were many events that lead to this fateful event, this was ‘arguably’ the beginning of the end to The Roman Republic.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-91872
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Sometimes the history behind this coin are more important and interesting than the quality of the coin.
;)
It is any way a very nice pick up.
Regards
quadrans
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Please accept my apologies FORVM Mates, I haven't been especially active on the site, but it is not from lack of love, life has been rather hectic lately. Well, I have been fortunate enough to add some denarii to my collection and I would love to share them with you.
L. Procilius L.f. – Procilia-1
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-93199
P. Crepusius – Crepusia-1
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-93200
L. Postumia Albinus – Postumia-7
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-94020
L. Farsuleius Mensor - Farsuleia-2
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-95954
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I just stumbled across this at a local shop. I’ve had a Sullla denarius on my ‘wish list’ since I started collecting the coins of the Roman Republic. I’ve always been most interested in the Late Republican Era.
L. Manlius Torquatus and L. Cornelius Sulla - Manlia-4
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-96248
ROMAN REPUBLIC 82 BC. Denarius. Mint moving with Sulla.
L. MANLI before, PRO.Q behind, helmeted Roma right
Sulla, being crowned by Victory, in quadriga right; L SVLLA IM in exergue.
Crawford 367/5; Syd 757; SRCV 286; RSC Manlia-4
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My latest addition is from the moneyer Marcus Porcius Cato who was the Father of Cato Uticensis. Cato Uticensis better known as "Cato the Younger" and is famous for his tenacious defense of the dying Republic and for being a staunch opponent of Julius Caesar.
M. Porcius Cato – Porcia-5
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-96903
ROMAN REPUBLIC 89 BC. AR Denarius (19mm, 4.05 g, 11h). Rome mint.
Head of Roma right, her hair tied up at back of head M. CATO below, ROMA behind
Victory seated right on chair, holding patera and palm frond over shoulder VICTRIX in exergue.
Crawford 343/1b; Sydenham 596; Porcia 5; RCV 247
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Very nice Gallery
Congratulation
Regards
Quadrans
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Hi Mates,
Well I’ve slowed down quite a bit. My daughter’s University tuition is the reason, but I just ‘ticked off’ another on my ‘wish list’, or is that ‘hit list’.
ROMAN REPUBLIC. Q. Titius AR denarius (17mm, 3.72g). Rome mint.
Head of Mutinus Titinus (or Priapus) right, bound with winged diadem
Q TITI. Pegasus rearing right on inscribed tablet.
Crawford 341/1; Syd 691; Titia 1; RCV 238. Ex Baumheckel.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-101371
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Hi Mates,
Well I’ve slowed down quite a bit. My daughter’s University tuition is the reason, but I just ‘ticked off’ another on my ‘wish list’, or is that ‘hit list’.
Maybe you could convince her to major in ancient civilizations, specializing in the Roman Republic era ;)
Very attractive coin!
~Steve
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I had an opportunity to visit the Whitman Philadelphia Expo this morning. My schedule didn’t allow me to spend much time on the Bourse, but what little time I did have was productive.
P. Licinius Nerva – Licinia-7
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-102207
ROMAN REPUBLIC AR denarius P. Licinius Nerva. 113-112 BC. (3.78g), Rome.
ROMA Helmeted bust of Roma to left, with spear and shield.
P NERVA Voting scene one voter casts his vote to right, to left another receives his from an attendant. Crawford 292/1, Sydenham 548, RSC 169, Licinia 7
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very productive!
a nice choice, an interesting scene in such terrific condition... nicely done!
~ Peter
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Hi Everyone,
It was a very productive November. I was fortunate to add four denarii to my Republican Collection. Thanks for allowing me to share.
Sex. Pompeius Fostlus – Pompeia-1
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-104484
M Furius Lf Philus – Furia-18
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-104206
Decimus Junius Brutus – Postumia-13
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-105008
M Aemilius Scarus & Pub Plautius Hypsaeus – Aemilia-8
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-105009
I’m going to have to slow down a bit, so I don’t intend to be active in December.
To all my American Mates “Happy Thanksgiving” all my Jewish Mates “Happy Chanukah” !
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I like the Sx.Pom.Fostulus with the shepherd under the fig tree and the twins. It's unusually complete with both sides of legend visible, which is scarce.
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Thanks Andrew. I'm aware that Sextus Pompeius Fostlus is from the same Gens that produced the famous Gnaeus Pompeius Magnus (“Pompey the Great”), but what, if any, is the familial relationship?
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Thank Andrew. I'm aware that Sextus Pompeius Fostlus is from the same Gens that produced the famous Gnaeus Pompeius Magnus (“Pompey the Great”), but what, if any, is the familial relationship?
The person is unknown as is the date and motive of issue hence any relation to Gn.Pompeius Magnus would be speculative. However due to the extraordinary type and its position in Republican numismatics as the first extraordinary type and its date in the 130s BC there's been centuries of discussion. See for example Crawford's view that it's an advertisement for the anti Numantia treaty factions. There's no consistent view. In fact in Coins in Roman Imperial Policy, Metcalf in a long essay, Coins as Primary Evidence, explains how little we are actually sure about this type. It might, he says, even be a Pomponia rather than a Pompeia. This hasn't stopped curious minds discussing the coin.
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Thanks very much Andrew. I always appreciate your generosity in sharing your knowledge with me. You’re an invaluable recourse and we’re all very fortunate to have access to you. Take care friend.
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nice additions Bud!
i always enjoy watching your gallery grow, thanks for shaing. 8)
~ Peter
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Thanks Peter,
What really gets me excited about our wonderful pastime is the direct connection to some of the most fascinating people and events in history. Without the ‘back-story’ my cabinet just becomes a hoard of pretty, and not so pretty, pieces of stamped metal.
Always with my love of history & biography at ‘centre stage’, I started collecting modern circulating commemoratives. I very rapidly moved onto, what I call, Early Modern European Silver with an emphasis of the coinage of the 30-Year-War.
I ‘discovered’ Roman Denarii when I stumbled upon a Trajan and a Septimius Severus at a local Coin Store. I was surprised that I could afford these pieces and, and more out of curiosity than anything, I purchased my first two denarii.
My second great ‘discovery’ occurred when my attempt to use the internet to find out about my newly acquired denarii led me to the FORVM. As a newbie, I was initially very intimidated to participate, but the welcoming reception I received from members of the FORVM quickly dispelled my apprehension and I felt right at home.
When I was invited to share my collection in the Galleries, I at first hesitated. As my pictures attest, I’m no photographer, but I now love to share my collection with people who share my enthusiasm.
Other ‘life activities’ seem to preclude me from being a more active FORVM participant, but as I keep saying, I need to change that and one day I will.
Thanks to all my FORVM Mates.
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Hi Bud your collection are nicely increasing..
congrats
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Q.
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This one came as a surprise. I sincerely thought I had already added my last denarii for 2013, then along came this beauty. As always, thanks for allowing me to share.
M. Plaetorius M.f. Cestianus – Plaetoria-3
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-105130
Wishing all my FORUM Mates a Happy Prosperous New Year!
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I just added a couple of Denarii to my cabinet.
I know my legionnaires have been decapitated, but overall I think this specimen is rather nice
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-107782
ROMAN REPUBLIC C. Servilius C.f. AR Denarius 57 BC (18.57mm 3.86 grams)
FLORAL PRIMUS, hd. of Flora r., wearing wreath of flowers, lituus behind
C•SERVEIL C•F•, two warriors facing each other with short swords upward
Crawford 423/1, Servilia 15, Syd 890, RCV 380
This denarius is certainly not in “mint-state”, but then again neither am I. I’ve really learned to appreciate a coin with some “character”.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-107783
ROMAN REPUBLIC M. Plaetorius M.f. Cestianus AR Denarius 67 BC (18.96 mm 3.45 grams)
SESTIANVS - S C, Helmeted draped bust right, with attributes of Isis, Minerva, Apollo, Diana, and Victory, cornucopia below chin
M.PLAETORIVS.M.F.AED - CVR, Eagle standing right on thunderbolt, head left, wings spread.
Ex Madroosi collection. Crawford 409/1, Plaetoria 4, Syd 809, RCV 349
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Both of them are very nice ..
.. I like them.. +++
Q.
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Hi FORVM Mates,
I had a wonderful time in Baltimore yesterday. I truly enjoyed spending time with the community that we call Ancient Coin Enthusiasts (dealers / scholars / collectors). I was also fortunate to be able to acquire a couple of nice Republican Denarii:
P Clodius Mf Turrinus – Claudia-17
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-108207
ROMAN REPUBLIC P Clodius Mf Turrinus Denarius. 42 BC (3.96 gm).
Radiate head of Sol right; quiver behind
P CLODIVS M F below Crescent moon and five stars
Crawford 494/21; Syd 1115; SRCV 491; Claudia-17
C. Sulpicius C.f. Galba – Sulpicia-1
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-108206
ROMAN REPUBLIC C. Sulpicius C.f. Galba. 106 BC. AR Serrate Denarius
Conjoined laureate heads of the Dei Penates left D P P
Two soldiers swearing oath over a sow; Control Mark F above C SVLPICI C F in exergue
Crawford 312/1; Syd 572; Sulpicia 1; SRCV 189.
Thank you for allowing me to share.
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Please allow me to share my most recent acquisition:
A Licinius Nerva – Licinia-24a
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-110387
ROMAN REPUBLIC A Licinius Nerva AR Denarius. 47 BC. Rome.
NERVA behind, FIDES before, laureate head of Fides right
A. LICINIVS below, III VIR across field, one-armed horseman galloping right, dragging captive, holding shield and sword, by the hair.
Cr454/1; Sydenham 955; SRVC 430; Licinia 24a
Thanks for indulging me.
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I always like this kind of coins :)
Regards
Q.
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Please indulge me. I just need to share my latest acquisition.
By the way, I’ve finally taken some advice and spent a little more time & effort on the photography on my last two denarii. I have to admit, I’m quite pleased. Thanks again Jay.
C. Vibius C.f. C.n. Pansa Caetronianus – Vibia-16
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-110897
ROMAN REPUBLIC 48 B.C. AR denarius (19 mm, 3.99 g, 6 h).
Rome. Head of youthful Bacchus (or Liber) right, wreathed with ivy
C • VIBIVS • C • F • C • N, Ceres advancing right, holding torch in each hand; in right field, plow.
Crawford 449/2; HCRI 21; Sydenham 946; Vibia 16; SRVC 421