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Offline FlaviusDomitianus

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Vespasian Sestertius Temple of Capitoline Jupiter
« on: July 01, 2017, 07:23:24 am »
Hello everyone.

This coin has been on the top of my No-Domitian wishlist for many years so I've been very thrilled in having finally in my hands.

In my opinion it is one of the most evocative architectural types, much richer than the cistophorus of the same reverse, given the larger flan.

Only the second known example of the issue (an obverse die-match with the coin listed in RIC) and with a beatiful patina.

I'm very glad to share it.

Kind regards

Alberto


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Re: Vespasian Sestertius Temple of Capitoline Jupiter
« Reply #1 on: July 01, 2017, 07:59:39 am »
Fantastic coin Alberto! The statues between the columns are outstanding a the portrait is top shelf.

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Re: Vespasian Sestertius Temple of Capitoline Jupiter
« Reply #2 on: July 01, 2017, 10:42:29 am »
Great coin.
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Re: Vespasian Sestertius Temple of Capitoline Jupiter
« Reply #3 on: July 01, 2017, 10:47:57 am »
Thanks Jay and Joe, your compliments are much appreciated.

This coin is indeed a milestone in my collection.

Kind regards

Alberto

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Re: Vespasian Sestertius Temple of Capitoline Jupiter
« Reply #4 on: July 01, 2017, 11:19:59 am »
Splendid! A real work of art!
Congratulations.
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Re: Vespasian Sestertius Temple of Capitoline Jupiter
« Reply #5 on: July 01, 2017, 12:48:07 pm »
Great coin Alberto!

I used to own this one . . (below).

It was one of my favourites at that time, but circumstances prevailed
and it had to go. It wasn't the the world's best piece, but I liked it for
a good many reasons. I sometimes regret having to part with it.
Hopefully it has gone to a good home. C'est la vie!

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Re: Vespasian Sestertius Temple of Capitoline Jupiter
« Reply #6 on: July 01, 2017, 01:16:15 pm »
Thanks Peter, you're very kind.

Walter I like your former coin, it has a fully readable reverse.

I'll try to never part from mine, for many years.

Alberto

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Re: Vespasian Sestertius Temple of Capitoline Jupiter
« Reply #7 on: July 02, 2017, 01:09:32 am »
Alberto,

Thank you for sharing yet another incredible coin.

An exceptional portrait and a refreshingly clear reverse: I can almost visualise the temple as it may have appeared in antiquity.

Peter



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Re: Vespasian Sestertius Temple of Capitoline Jupiter
« Reply #8 on: July 02, 2017, 03:09:38 am »
Thanks Peter,

I'm glad you enjoy the coin.

Alberto

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Re: Vespasian Sestertius Temple of Capitoline Jupiter
« Reply #9 on: July 02, 2017, 06:30:29 pm »
If I collected bronze coins this would be one I'd go after too. Well done Alberto.

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Re: Vespasian Sestertius Temple of Capitoline Jupiter
« Reply #10 on: July 02, 2017, 08:59:42 pm »
Amazing coin! I really love the detail and the patina.

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Re: Vespasian Sestertius Temple of Capitoline Jupiter
« Reply #11 on: July 03, 2017, 02:17:33 am »
Thanks David and TenthGen for your kind compliments.

Alberto

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Re: Vespasian Sestertius Temple of Capitoline Jupiter
« Reply #12 on: July 03, 2017, 05:48:30 am »
A very beautiful and important sestertius!

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Re: Vespasian Sestertius Temple of Capitoline Jupiter
« Reply #13 on: July 03, 2017, 12:42:24 pm »
Thanks traveler, indeed I love the coin!

Alberto

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Re: Vespasian Sestertius Temple of Capitoline Jupiter
« Reply #14 on: July 06, 2017, 02:33:43 am »
A most beautiful and impressive coin! Been pining after one of these myself for years. Yours is such an attractive, well engraved example. Truly a once in a lifetime coin. Congratulations!



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Re: Vespasian Sestertius Temple of Capitoline Jupiter
« Reply #15 on: July 06, 2017, 02:37:32 am »
Thanks Dave,

I wish you to get one example soon!

you will appreciate handling it as I do.

Alberto

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Re: Vespasian Sestertius Temple of Capitoline Jupiter
« Reply #16 on: July 07, 2017, 09:41:25 am »
Very nice indeed!
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Re: Vespasian Sestertius Temple of Capitoline Jupiter
« Reply #17 on: July 07, 2017, 09:50:09 am »
Thanks Bov,

much appreciated.

Alberto

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Re: Vespasian Sestertius Temple of Capitoline Jupiter
« Reply #18 on: July 12, 2017, 09:07:04 pm »
Hi FD,

That's a beautiful coin. I love those temple reverses. :)

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Re: Vespasian Sestertius Temple of Capitoline Jupiter
« Reply #19 on: July 13, 2017, 03:09:56 am »
Thanks Meepzorp,

architectural reverses are a favorite of mine too.

Alberto

 

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