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Offline FlaviusDomitianus

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Superb and extra rare Dupondius of Domitian as Caesar
« on: April 11, 2017, 01:09:37 pm »
Hello everyone.

While draped bust was common on Domitian dupondii struck under Vespasian, it became extremely rare under Titus, so this is one of the very few examples.

I think the coin speaks for itself, with its crisp details and its warm Tiber patina, I loved it at first glance.

R.I.C. lists two specimen (no picture given): in Rome collection (unavailable) and in the famous Mazzini collection. I obtained a picture of the later and I think it is from the same obverse die.

Kind regards

Alberto


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Re: Superb and extra rare Dupondius of Domitin as Caesar
« Reply #1 on: April 11, 2017, 02:13:33 pm »
That is a work of art!
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Re: Superb and extra rare Dupondius of Domitian as Caesar
« Reply #2 on: April 11, 2017, 02:17:30 pm »
Thanks Jay.

It's indeed my best addition in months!

Cheers

Alberto
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Re: Superb and extra rare Dupondius of Domitin as Caesar
« Reply #3 on: April 11, 2017, 02:24:09 pm »
Ohh, really great example... +++ :) ;)

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Re: Superb and extra rare Dupondius of Domitian as Caesar
« Reply #4 on: April 11, 2017, 02:32:02 pm »
Thanks Quadrans, I love this coin!

Alberto
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Re: Superb and extra rare Dupondius of Domitian as Caesar
« Reply #5 on: April 12, 2017, 07:32:34 am »
What a combination : rarity, style and this patina !!!!
Really marvelous coin, Alberto.
Best
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Re: Superb and extra rare Dupondius of Domitian as Caesar
« Reply #6 on: April 12, 2017, 08:30:07 am »
Thanks Pierre, I'm glad you like it.

Alberto
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Re: Superb and extra rare Dupondius of Domitian as Caesar
« Reply #7 on: April 12, 2017, 07:52:58 pm »
The portrait is incredibly expressive!
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Re: Superb and extra rare Dupondius of Domitian as Caesar
« Reply #8 on: April 12, 2017, 08:05:55 pm »
One word fits: SPLENDID!
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Re: Superb and extra rare Dupondius of Domitian as Caesar
« Reply #9 on: April 13, 2017, 03:28:35 am »
Thanks Joss and Pete, much appreciated.

Alberto
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Re: Superb and extra rare Dupondius of Domitian as Caesar
« Reply #10 on: April 15, 2017, 08:26:18 pm »
Congratulations Alberto on an outstanding addition.

Roman realist portraiture at its very best, so lifelike it reminds me of a press or magazine photo!

I must say the photography is nicely done as well.

Best regards,

Steve
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Re: Superb and extra rare Dupondius of Domitian as Caesar
« Reply #11 on: April 16, 2017, 03:11:12 am »
Thanks Steve for your kind compliments.

Cheers

Alberto

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Re: Superb and extra rare Dupondius of Domitian as Caesar
« Reply #12 on: April 21, 2017, 05:57:06 am »
An excellent coin!
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Re: Superb and extra rare Dupondius of Domitian as Caesar
« Reply #13 on: April 21, 2017, 08:05:49 am »
Thanks Randy

Alberto
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