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Trajan_Sestertius_Trajan_s_Column.jpg
Trajan Sestertius Trajan's ColumnObv.

IMP CAES NER TRAIANO OPTIMO AVG GER DAC P M TR P COS VI
P P
Laureate and draped bust right, seen from the back

Rev.

SENATVS POPVLVS QVE ROMANVS
S C in field
Trajan's column surmounted by statue of Trajan on a square pedestal
ornamented with reliefs and two eagles

114-116 AD

36mm 24.70g

RIC 678 BMCRE 1024 Cohen 359 Woytek 537v Banti 110

Rare (R2)

Ex Gorny & Mosch Auction 160 Lot 2311 (2007)

Ex NAC Auction 114 Lot 1524 (2019)
10 commentsancientdave01/18/24 at 18:26vindelicus: Interesting reverse and a great coin. I'm loo...
Agrippa_As_-_Ex_Merzbacher_1910.jpg
Roman Empire, Agrippa, AsObv. M AGRIPPA L F COS III, Head left, wearing rostral crown.
Rev. S C, Neptune standing left, holding small dolphin and trident.
Mint: Rome, 37-41 AD.

29mm 11.34g

RIC Gaius 58; BMC Tiberius 161; RCV 1812.

Provenance:
Ex Dr. Eugen Merzbacher, Auction 15th November 1910, lot 1339.
Ex Münzen & Medaillen AG, Auction 43, 12th November 1970, lot 282.
Ex Frank Sternberg AG, Auction 3, 30th November 1973, lot 48.
Ex Sotheby's, Auction 7th March 1996, lot 151.
Ex Collection M.F. Price
Ex Stack's, Auction 3rd December 1996, lot 114.
Ex Noonans, Auction 5th December 2023, lot 253.

The very talented and ambitious Agrippa held high state positions at a young age. In his lightning career, he won important victories at the age of 27 as fleet chief for his closest friend Augustus. In the year 21 B.C. He married Julia, daughter of Augustus, who then declared him his co-regent and successor. Through his designated buildings - e.g. B. water pipes and thermal baths - Agrippa contributed significantly to the infrastructure of ancient Rome. The Pantheon in Rome is still admired today. At the age of only 51, he died due to an injury, a well-respected man in Campania.
6 commentskc01/18/24 at 18:20vindelicus: Great coin.
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Owl of AthenaThe little owl (Athene noctua) and Athenian owl tetradrachm (reverse).

The little owl (Athene noctua), also known as the owl of Athena or owl of Minerva, is a bird that inhabits much of the temperate and warmer parts of Europe, the Palearctic east to Korea, and North Africa. It was introduced into Britain at the end of the 19th century and into the South Island of New Zealand in the early 20th century.
4 commentsSerendipity01/18/24 at 18:00Justin L1: Beautiful!
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Vespasian: Augustus 69-79 ADVespasian (posthumous) AR Denarius, struck under Titus 80-81 AD
Denomination: AR Denarius
Year: 80-81 AD
Bust: Laureate head right
Obverse: DIVVS AVGVSTVS VESPASIANVS
Reverse: No legend
Type: Shield reading SC held by two capricornii; globe below
Mint: Rome
Weight & Measures:
RIC: RIC 63 (II, Titus)

Translation: OB: The Divine Augustus Vespasian.
Translation: Rev: SC; Senatus Consulto. Meaning its value has been decreed by the senate.
Notes: Graded NGC Choice AU. Strike 5/5, surface 5/5.
2 commentsJustin L101/18/24 at 17:35Justin W: Great example of this type!
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Roman Empire, Philipp II, SestertiusObv. M IVL PHILIPPVS CAES, Bare-headed and draped bust right.
Rev. PRINCIPI IVVENT S C, Philip standing right, holding globus and spear.
Mint: Rome, 244-246 AD.

32mm 21.66g

RIC 255a.

Provenance:
Ex Collection Rev. Percy Barron.
Ex Dr. Jacob Hirsch, Auction 30, 11th May 1911, lot 1193.
Ex Otto Helbing Nachfolger, Auction 86, 25th November 1942, lot 1888
Ex Bertolami Fine Arts, Auction 24, 22nd June 2016, lot 890.

Numbering among the unfortunate boy-emperors of the 3rd Century, Philip II was only about seven years old when his eponymous father hailed him Caesar early in 244. These formative years must have been traumatic for the young Caesar, as his father had come to the throne by way of a coup in Asia Minor, and upon returning to Europe he was perpetually at risk on the Danube front, where he fought hard to keep Rome's enemies at bay. Philip II held the title Caesar for slightly more than three years, during which time he had many attractive coins struck in his honour – principally silver double- denarii and brass sestertii (NAC).
13 commentskc01/18/24 at 17:32ancientdave: So attractive! Excellent addition!
Agrippa_As_-_Ex_Merzbacher_1910.jpg
Roman Empire, Agrippa, AsObv. M AGRIPPA L F COS III, Head left, wearing rostral crown.
Rev. S C, Neptune standing left, holding small dolphin and trident.
Mint: Rome, 37-41 AD.

29mm 11.34g

RIC Gaius 58; BMC Tiberius 161; RCV 1812.

Provenance:
Ex Dr. Eugen Merzbacher, Auction 15th November 1910, lot 1339.
Ex Münzen & Medaillen AG, Auction 43, 12th November 1970, lot 282.
Ex Frank Sternberg AG, Auction 3, 30th November 1973, lot 48.
Ex Sotheby's, Auction 7th March 1996, lot 151.
Ex Collection M.F. Price
Ex Stack's, Auction 3rd December 1996, lot 114.
Ex Noonans, Auction 5th December 2023, lot 253.

The very talented and ambitious Agrippa held high state positions at a young age. In his lightning career, he won important victories at the age of 27 as fleet chief for his closest friend Augustus. In the year 21 B.C. He married Julia, daughter of Augustus, who then declared him his co-regent and successor. Through his designated buildings - e.g. B. water pipes and thermal baths - Agrippa contributed significantly to the infrastructure of ancient Rome. The Pantheon in Rome is still admired today. At the age of only 51, he died due to an injury, a well-respected man in Campania.
6 commentskc01/18/24 at 17:29ancientdave: Wonderful!
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079 B.C., L. Papius, Republic AR-Denarius Serratus, Crawford 384/1., Bonnano 115, Griphon leaping right, Wheel, L•PAPI, #1079 B.C., L. Papius, Republic AR-Denarius Serratus, Crawford 384/1., Bonnano 115, Griphon leaping right, Wheel, L•PAPI, #1
avers: Head of Juno Sospita right, wearing goat skin tied under the chin. Behind the head, symbol: Wheel.
reverse: Griphon leaping right, below symbol: Wheel. L•PAPI in exergue.
exergue: -/-//L•PAPI, diameter: 17,5-18,8mm, weight: 3,77g, axis: 6h,
mint: Rome, date: 79 B.C.,
ref: Crawford 384/1, Symbol pair Bonnano 115, Babelon 115, Sydenham 773,
Q-001
4 commentsquadrans01/18/24 at 17:28ancientdave: Lovely Griffin reverse!
RIC_591_Titus.jpg
RIC 0951 Titus denariusT CASESAR IMP VESPASIANVS
Laureate head right

COS VI
Two oxen yoked left

2.85g

Rome 77-78 CE

RIC 951 (R)

Ex-Emad Khaleel
10 commentsJay GT401/18/24 at 17:27ancientdave: Nice example of a cool type!
RIC774.jpg
RIC 0774 Vespasian denariusIMP CAESAR VESPASIANVS AVG
Laureate head right

PON MAX TR P COS VI
Securitas seated left, head resting on raised arm

Rome, 75 CE

3.22g

RIC 774 (C)

Ex-Aphrodite Auction 18, lot 481 misattributed as RIC 772

A beautifully toned denarius in hand. Often times this coin is mistaken for the common Pax reverse (as was this one). The difference is in the position of the deities head resting on her arm. The pose is most likely taken from a cult statue of the goddess.
6 commentsJay GT401/18/24 at 17:26ancientdave: Great find!
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Owl of AthenaThe little owl (Athene noctua) and Athenian owl tetradrachm (reverse).

The little owl (Athene noctua), also known as the owl of Athena or owl of Minerva, is a bird that inhabits much of the temperate and warmer parts of Europe, the Palearctic east to Korea, and North Africa. It was introduced into Britain at the end of the 19th century and into the South Island of New Zealand in the early 20th century.
4 commentsSerendipity01/18/24 at 15:12kc: I like the Attica Owls..nice coin and a great idea...
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Legion XII ANTIQVAE 18.31 mm 3.34 gr.
Crawford 544/9; RSC I 40; Sear HCRI 363; Sydenham 1231

2 obverse and reverse matches in Schaefer’s die study, 14/37
1 commentsKen W201/18/24 at 13:54Jay GT4: Always nice to get a named legion
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Vespasian: Augustus 69-79 ADVespasian (posthumous) AR Denarius, struck under Titus 80-81 AD
Denomination: AR Denarius
Year: 80-81 AD
Bust: Laureate head right
Obverse: DIVVS AVGVSTVS VESPASIANVS
Reverse: No legend
Type: Shield reading SC held by two capricornii; globe below
Mint: Rome
Weight & Measures:
RIC: RIC 63 (II, Titus)

Translation: OB: The Divine Augustus Vespasian.
Translation: Rev: SC; Senatus Consulto. Meaning its value has been decreed by the senate.
Notes: Graded NGC Choice AU. Strike 5/5, surface 5/5.
2 commentsJustin L101/18/24 at 13:53Jay GT4: Fantasitc piece
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Titus: Augustus 79-81 ADTitus as Caesar under Vespasianus AR Denarius
Denomination: AR Denarius
Year: 76 AD
Bust: Laureate head right
Obverse: T CAESAR IMP VESPASIANVS
Reverse: No legend
Type: Eagle with wings spread, standing front on low garlanded base, head left. Inscription COS V.
Mint: Rome
Weight & Measures: 3.24g; 18.5mm
RIC: RIC 872 (II, Vespasian)

Translation: OB: Titus Caesar Imperator Vespasianus
Translation: Rev: COS V; for Consul Quantum (consul for the fifth time).
1 commentsJustin L101/18/24 at 13:53Jay GT4: Bold portrait!
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1887 Victoria Jubilee Head Shield Silver Proof SixpenceGreat Britain, Victoria (1837-1901), Silver Proof Sixpence, 1887, Bull 3269, ESC 1753A, Davies 1151 (Dies 2+A), SCWC KM 759, Friedberg 392, MCE 1409, SCBC 3928, Withdrawn Type, FDC, much as struck with a most attractive tone, edge milled, weight 2.8276g (ASW 0.0841oz), composition 0.925 Ag, 0.075 Cu, diameter 19.3mm, thickness 1.0mm, die axis 0°, London mint, 1887; obverse VICTORIA DEI GRATIA-BRITT: REGINA F: D: (Victoria, by the Grace of God, Queen of the Britains, Defender of the Faith), Jubilee tall, crowned, veiled and draped bust left, wearing double pearl drop earring with 13-pearl necklace, Ribbon and Star of the Garter at breast with badge of the Imperial Order of the Crown of India, small J.E.B. raised below shoulder truncation for engraver Joseph Edgar Boehm, toothed border surrounding; reverse crowned quartered shield of Arms of the United Kingdom bearing three lions passant guardant for England, lion rampant for Scotland and eight-stringed harp for Ireland, within Order of the Garter inscribed with French motto HONI ✿ SOIT ✿ QUI-MAL ✿ Y ✿ PENSE ✿ ✿ ✿ (Shame on him who thinks evil of it), 18-87 in exergue either side of strap-end, engraved by Jean Baptiste Merlen, toothed border surrounding; from the Roger Belmar Collection; ex Wessex Coins (17 Jan 2024); rare; £475.00.1 commentsSerendipity01/18/24 at 13:49Tracy Aiello: Magnificent coin. What great detail.
IMG_3543_2~2.jpeg
Owl of AthenaThe little owl (Athene noctua) and Athenian owl tetradrachm (reverse).

The little owl (Athene noctua), also known as the owl of Athena or owl of Minerva, is a bird that inhabits much of the temperate and warmer parts of Europe, the Palearctic east to Korea, and North Africa. It was introduced into Britain at the end of the 19th century and into the South Island of New Zealand in the early 20th century.
4 commentsSerendipity01/18/24 at 13:45Tracy Aiello: Love the juxtaposition of the coin and the owl.
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TRAJAN'S COLUMN.AR denarius. 112-115 AD. 3,62 grs. Laureate and draped bust right. IMP TRAIANO AVG GER DAC P M TR P COS VI P P / Trajan's column. Statue of Trajan on column on square base; two eagles at base of column. / S P Q P OPTIMO PRINCIPI.
RIC 292. RSC 588.
2 commentsbenito01/18/24 at 04:30Serendipity: My all-time favourite!
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RPC 2216 Domitian Æ18, 4.96g
Ascalon (Judaea) mint, 94-95 AD
Obv: ϹΕΒΑϹ; Head of Domitian, laureate, r.
Rev: ΑϹ, ΗϘΡ; War-god Phanebal standing, l., holding harpa in r. hand and small round shield and long palm branch in l. hand
RPC 2216 (17 spec.).
Acquired from Forvm Ancient Coins, May 2023. Ex CNG E510, 23 February 2022, lot 576. Ex Dr. Jay M. Galst Collection.

In the years following the devastating Jewish revolt the pro-Roman harbour city of Ascalon produced a series of bronze coins under the Flavians. The coins copy types previously struck under Augustus and Nero. This small denomination bronze struck for Domitian during Ascalon civic year 198 (94-95 AD) depicts Phanebal, the ethnic war-god of Ascalon, a fusion of the Phoenician deities Ba'al and Tanit. He is shown holding a harpa (a sickle like curved sword), palm frond, and shield - all of which are his attributes.
2 commentsDavid Atherton01/18/24 at 01:08Ken W2: Interesting coin with great modern provenance.
RIC_V-II_Siscia2C_632_2b_0_H2_A_2C_A_009_No_0082C_112_Probus2C_AE-Ant_2C_IMP_C_M_AVR_PROBVS_P_F_AVG2C_ADVENTVS_PROBI_AVG2C__K_A_2C_277_AD2C_R3_Q-0012C_5h2C_212C0-222C5mm2C_32C56g-s.jpg
112 Probus (276-282 A.D.), Siscia, Alföldi 0009.0008, -/-//•K•A•, Bust-H2, RIC V-II 632.2b.0.H2.A., AE-Antoninianus, ADVENTVS PROBI AVG, Emperor riding left, Rare (R3), #1112 Probus (276-282 A.D.), Siscia, Alföldi 0009.0008, -/-//•K•A•, Bust-H2, RIC V-II 632.2b.0.H2.A., AE-Antoninianus, ADVENTVS PROBI AVG, Emperor riding left, Rare (R3), #1
avers: IMP C M AVR PROBVS P F AVG, Radiate bust left in imperial mantle, holding scepter surmounted by an eagle. (H2)
reverse: ADVENTVS PROBI AVG, Emperor riding left, right hand raised, left holding scepter; at foot, captive. (A)
exergue: -/-//•K•A•, diameter: 21,0-22,5mm, weight: 3,56g, axis: 5h,
mint: Siscia, 2nd. em., ph.b., - off., date: 277 A.D.,
ref: RIC V-II 632.2b.0.H2.A., Alf-9, No-8, Rare!!! (R3), LV:2 ex.,
Q-001
3 commentsquadrans01/18/24 at 00:59Ken W2: Wow, beautiful coin!
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004c01. Drusilla & Other SistersGaius (Caligula). Æ Sestertius (33.5mm, 23.85 g, 7h). Rome mint. Struck AD 37-38. C CAESAR AVG GERMANICVS PON M TR POT, Laureate head left / AGRIPPINA DRVSILLA IVLIA Gaius' three sisters standing facing: Agrippina (as Securitas) leaning on column, holding cornucopia, and placing hand on Drusilla (as Concordia), holding patera and cornucopia; on right, Julia (as Fortuna) holding rudder and cornucopia. RIC I 33. Portrait defaced in antiquity. CNG Auction 553, Lot 463.3 commentslawrence c01/18/24 at 00:55Ken W2: That’s a cool coin!
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RIC 0951 Titus denariusT CASESAR IMP VESPASIANVS
Laureate head right

COS VI
Two oxen yoked left

2.85g

Rome 77-78 CE

RIC 951 (R)

Ex-Emad Khaleel
10 commentsJay GT401/18/24 at 00:42Ken W2: Nice coin. Love the Flavian agrarian theme.
RIC_591_Titus.jpg
RIC 0951 Titus denariusT CASESAR IMP VESPASIANVS
Laureate head right

COS VI
Two oxen yoked left

2.85g

Rome 77-78 CE

RIC 951 (R)

Ex-Emad Khaleel
10 commentsJay GT401/18/24 at 00:17David Atherton: Nice example.
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Otho: Augustus 69ADDenomination: AR Denarius
Year: JAN-APR 69 AD
Bust: Bare head right
Obverse: IMP M OTHO CAESAR AVG TRP
Reverse:PAX ORBIS TERRARVM
Type: Pax standing left, holding branch and caduceus.
Mint: Rome
Weight & Measures: 3.33g
RIC: RIC 1, 4
Provenance: Ex Harlan Berk Bid and Buy sale November 2023, Ex Nelson Bunker Hunt Collection, Sotheby's 19-20 June, 1991, lot 711. From a collection formed in the1980s-1990s.


Translation: OB: Imperator Marcus Salvius Otho Caesar Avgvstvs Tribunicia Potestate; Emperor Marcus Salvius Otho Caesar Augustus, Tribune of the Roman people.
Translation: Rev: Pax orbis Terrarvm; The peace of the world.
Notes: Pax is roman goddess of peace. A caduceus is the greek messenger staff of the god Hermes.
2 commentsJustin L101/18/24 at 00:05ickster: Great coin, especially the obverse.
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Barbarous Hadrian Denarius 134-38 AD Aequitas standing Reference.
cf RIC 80.

Obv. HΛDRIΛNVS ΑVG COS III P.
Laureate head right.

Rev. ΗΛDΡΙΛ Ι PM CΙΛ.
Aequitas standing left with scales and cornucopia next to altar

2.65 gr
18.5 mm
6h
4 commentsokidoki01/18/24 at 00:00Serendipity: Great acquisition!
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Sudan, Island of Meroe - Archaeological Site - Pyramids of Meroe - Northern CemeterySudan, Island of Meroe - Archaeological Site - Pyramids of Meroe - Northern Cemetery
by Ron Van Oers, 2017 © UNESCO
https://whc.unesco.org/en/documents/114973
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mero%C3%AB
1 commentsJoe Sermarini01/17/24 at 23:47Serendipity: Most people associate pyramids with Egypt, but the...
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Roman Empire, Philipp II, SestertiusObv. M IVL PHILIPPVS CAES, Bare-headed and draped bust right.
Rev. PRINCIPI IVVENT S C, Philip standing right, holding globus and spear.
Mint: Rome, 244-246 AD.

32mm 21.66g

RIC 255a.

Provenance:
Ex Collection Rev. Percy Barron.
Ex Dr. Jacob Hirsch, Auction 30, 11th May 1911, lot 1193.
Ex Otto Helbing Nachfolger, Auction 86, 25th November 1942, lot 1888
Ex Bertolami Fine Arts, Auction 24, 22nd June 2016, lot 890.

Numbering among the unfortunate boy-emperors of the 3rd Century, Philip II was only about seven years old when his eponymous father hailed him Caesar early in 244. These formative years must have been traumatic for the young Caesar, as his father had come to the throne by way of a coup in Asia Minor, and upon returning to Europe he was perpetually at risk on the Danube front, where he fought hard to keep Rome's enemies at bay. Philip II held the title Caesar for slightly more than three years, during which time he had many attractive coins struck in his honour – principally silver double- denarii and brass sestertii (NAC).
13 commentskc01/17/24 at 23:25Serendipity: Remarkable piece!
Rep_AR-Den-Ser_L_Papius_Head-Juno-Sospita-r_-Griphon_leaping-r-_L_PAPI-ex_ROMA_Craw_-384_115_wheel_Syd-773_Rome_79-BC_Q-0032C_6h2C_172C5-182C8mm2C_32C77g-s.jpg
079 B.C., L. Papius, Republic AR-Denarius Serratus, Crawford 384/1., Bonnano 115, Griphon leaping right, Wheel, L•PAPI, #1079 B.C., L. Papius, Republic AR-Denarius Serratus, Crawford 384/1., Bonnano 115, Griphon leaping right, Wheel, L•PAPI, #1
avers: Head of Juno Sospita right, wearing goat skin tied under the chin. Behind the head, symbol: Wheel.
reverse: Griphon leaping right, below symbol: Wheel. L•PAPI in exergue.
exergue: -/-//L•PAPI, diameter: 17,5-18,8mm, weight: 3,77g, axis: 6h,
mint: Rome, date: 79 B.C.,
ref: Crawford 384/1, Symbol pair Bonnano 115, Babelon 115, Sydenham 773,
Q-001
4 commentsquadrans01/17/24 at 23:21Tracy Aiello: What a great reverse.
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Roman Empire, Philipp II, SestertiusObv. M IVL PHILIPPVS CAES, Bare-headed and draped bust right.
Rev. PRINCIPI IVVENT S C, Philip standing right, holding globus and spear.
Mint: Rome, 244-246 AD.

32mm 21.66g

RIC 255a.

Provenance:
Ex Collection Rev. Percy Barron.
Ex Dr. Jacob Hirsch, Auction 30, 11th May 1911, lot 1193.
Ex Otto Helbing Nachfolger, Auction 86, 25th November 1942, lot 1888
Ex Bertolami Fine Arts, Auction 24, 22nd June 2016, lot 890.

Numbering among the unfortunate boy-emperors of the 3rd Century, Philip II was only about seven years old when his eponymous father hailed him Caesar early in 244. These formative years must have been traumatic for the young Caesar, as his father had come to the throne by way of a coup in Asia Minor, and upon returning to Europe he was perpetually at risk on the Danube front, where he fought hard to keep Rome's enemies at bay. Philip II held the title Caesar for slightly more than three years, during which time he had many attractive coins struck in his honour – principally silver double- denarii and brass sestertii (NAC).
13 commentskc01/17/24 at 23:17Jay GT4: Don't get much better
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079 B.C., L. Papius, Republic AR-Denarius Serratus, Crawford 384/1., Bonnano 115, Griphon leaping right, Wheel, L•PAPI, #1079 B.C., L. Papius, Republic AR-Denarius Serratus, Crawford 384/1., Bonnano 115, Griphon leaping right, Wheel, L•PAPI, #1
avers: Head of Juno Sospita right, wearing goat skin tied under the chin. Behind the head, symbol: Wheel.
reverse: Griphon leaping right, below symbol: Wheel. L•PAPI in exergue.
exergue: -/-//L•PAPI, diameter: 17,5-18,8mm, weight: 3,77g, axis: 6h,
mint: Rome, date: 79 B.C.,
ref: Crawford 384/1, Symbol pair Bonnano 115, Babelon 115, Sydenham 773,
Q-001
4 commentsquadrans01/17/24 at 23:15Jay GT4: An interesting series!
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HADRIANVS BRITANNICUSSestertius of Hadrian, AD 122. EXERC BRITANNICVS SC ("For the army of Britain, by order of the Senate") RIC 913.
The reverse shows Hadrian addressing the troops in England, standing on a low plinth, clearly showing the Roman soldiers with their standards.
Coin currently in the British Museum Department of Coins and Medals (gallery 49, case 14).
Obv. HADRIANVS AVG COS 111 PP ("Hadrian Augustus, three times consul, father of his country")
6 comments01/17/24 at 22:55Serendipity: Hadrian's devotion to the Roman army was such...
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RIC 0951 Titus denariusT CASESAR IMP VESPASIANVS
Laureate head right

COS VI
Two oxen yoked left

2.85g

Rome 77-78 CE

RIC 951 (R)

Ex-Emad Khaleel
10 commentsJay GT401/17/24 at 22:25quadrans: Great piece ..I like it..Smile
RIC_591_Titus.jpg
RIC 0951 Titus denariusT CASESAR IMP VESPASIANVS
Laureate head right

COS VI
Two oxen yoked left

2.85g

Rome 77-78 CE

RIC 951 (R)

Ex-Emad Khaleel
10 commentsJay GT401/17/24 at 20:41Dirk J: Congrats on the rare acquisition.
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RIC 0519 Titus as Caesar [Vespasian]AR Denarius, 3.14g
Rome Mint, 73 AD
Obv: T CAES IMP VESP CENS; Head of Titus, laureate, bearded, r.
Rev: S P Q R in oak wreath
RIC 519 (R). BMC 119. RSC 264a. BNC -.
Ex Concordia Auction 9, 15 October 2023, lot 406.

Vespasian and Titus Caesar held a joint censorship in 73. This denarius from a rare issue struck earlier that year is one of the first coins to advertise it on the obverse. The SPQR within wreath type, also shared with Vespasian, is extremely scarce for Titus Caesar and rarely encountered in trade. RIC cites only one specimen in the BM (the lone example cited in OCRE and RSC II), but oddly places the frequency rating as just 'rare'. Asearch results produced only the present coin. I believe the RIC rating woefully underrates the rarity of this variety for Titus Caesar. Double die match with the BM specimen.
5 commentsDavid Atherton01/17/24 at 20:30Dirk J: Congrats on the rare acquisition.
RIC_591_Titus.jpg
RIC 0951 Titus denariusT CASESAR IMP VESPASIANVS
Laureate head right

COS VI
Two oxen yoked left

2.85g

Rome 77-78 CE

RIC 951 (R)

Ex-Emad Khaleel
10 commentsJay GT401/17/24 at 20:18Justin W: Nice one jay!
RIC_591_Titus.jpg
RIC 0951 Titus denariusT CASESAR IMP VESPASIANVS
Laureate head right

COS VI
Two oxen yoked left

2.85g

Rome 77-78 CE

RIC 951 (R)

Ex-Emad Khaleel
10 commentsJay GT401/17/24 at 18:25Tracy Aiello: Nice coin, Jay. I especially like the honest wear.
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0009931 Larissa ¾ Left, Rider on Horse Prancing RightThessaly Greece, the City of Larissa

Obv: Head of the nymph Larissa 3/4 facing l., an ampyx in her hair, wearing a simple necklace, [a single globule earring hanging from the bottom of the base of the last lock of hair on the r]. All within a border of dots.
Rev: Thessalian cavalryman on prancing horse r., wearing chlamys and petasos. [Λ]API above l., [Σ] downwards in front of horse, [AIΩN] in exergue below the ground line.
Denomination: Obol (?); Mint: Larissa; Date: c. 395 - 344/3 BC1; Weight: 1.04g; Diameter: 11mm: Die axis: 180º; References, for example: Traité VI, 724, pl. CCXCIX, 12; Herrmann Group VII 1 Series B pl. VI, 1 var. mention of a whip and different legend orientation, although he allows for variations.

Notes:
1This is the date provided in Herrmann.

Provenance: Ex. Bermondsey Coins, December 26, 2023

Photo Credits: Bermondsey Coins

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5 commentsTracy Aiello01/17/24 at 17:24Anaximander: So, SNG Cop 134?
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004c01. Drusilla & Other SistersGaius (Caligula). Æ Sestertius (33.5mm, 23.85 g, 7h). Rome mint. Struck AD 37-38. C CAESAR AVG GERMANICVS PON M TR POT, Laureate head left / AGRIPPINA DRVSILLA IVLIA Gaius' three sisters standing facing: Agrippina (as Securitas) leaning on column, holding cornucopia, and placing hand on Drusilla (as Concordia), holding patera and cornucopia; on right, Julia (as Fortuna) holding rudder and cornucopia. RIC I 33. Portrait defaced in antiquity. CNG Auction 553, Lot 463.3 commentslawrence c01/17/24 at 14:52Jay GT4: Congrats
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RIC 1017 VespasianÆ Quadrans, 2.17g
Rome Mint, 77-78 AD
Obv: IMP VESP AVG COS VIII; Caduceus, winged, between crossed cornuacopiae
Rev: S C in laurel wreath
RIC 1017 (C). BMC 741. BNC 911.
Acquired from London Ancient Coins, November 2023.

The quadrans in the early imperial period typically lacked an imperial portrait. Possibly the denomination was deemed so lowly by mint officials that a portrait was considered improper. They were struck haphazardly and functioned primarily as an urban low value coinage in Rome and central Italy. The quadrans was the typical fee for entry into the baths, a urinal, or for a tryst in a cheap brothel. Being of rather low value quadrantes were not typically hoarded and thus are relatively scarce today. This crossed cornuacopiae/S C in wreath type was struck for the quadrans in just two issues dated to 76 and 77-78. The obverse copies a similar reverse type struck for the 'eastern flavoured' dupondii in 74.
1 commentsDavid Atherton01/17/24 at 14:51Jay GT4: The everyday coin
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Otho: Augustus 69ADDenomination: AR Denarius
Year: JAN-APR 69 AD
Bust: Bare head right
Obverse: IMP M OTHO CAESAR AVG TRP
Reverse:PAX ORBIS TERRARVM
Type: Pax standing left, holding branch and caduceus.
Mint: Rome
Weight & Measures: 3.33g
RIC: RIC 1, 4
Provenance: Ex Harlan Berk Bid and Buy sale November 2023, Ex Nelson Bunker Hunt Collection, Sotheby's 19-20 June, 1991, lot 711. From a collection formed in the1980s-1990s.


Translation: OB: Imperator Marcus Salvius Otho Caesar Avgvstvs Tribunicia Potestate; Emperor Marcus Salvius Otho Caesar Augustus, Tribune of the Roman people.
Translation: Rev: Pax orbis Terrarvm; The peace of the world.
Notes: Pax is roman goddess of peace. A caduceus is the greek messenger staff of the god Hermes.
2 commentsJustin L101/17/24 at 14:50Jay GT4: Wonderful coin
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Roman Empire, Philipp II, SestertiusObv. M IVL PHILIPPVS CAES, Bare-headed and draped bust right.
Rev. PRINCIPI IVVENT S C, Philip standing right, holding globus and spear.
Mint: Rome, 244-246 AD.

32mm 21.66g

RIC 255a.

Provenance:
Ex Collection Rev. Percy Barron.
Ex Dr. Jacob Hirsch, Auction 30, 11th May 1911, lot 1193.
Ex Otto Helbing Nachfolger, Auction 86, 25th November 1942, lot 1888
Ex Bertolami Fine Arts, Auction 24, 22nd June 2016, lot 890.

Numbering among the unfortunate boy-emperors of the 3rd Century, Philip II was only about seven years old when his eponymous father hailed him Caesar early in 244. These formative years must have been traumatic for the young Caesar, as his father had come to the throne by way of a coup in Asia Minor, and upon returning to Europe he was perpetually at risk on the Danube front, where he fought hard to keep Rome's enemies at bay. Philip II held the title Caesar for slightly more than three years, during which time he had many attractive coins struck in his honour – principally silver double- denarii and brass sestertii (NAC).
13 commentskc01/17/24 at 02:25Enodia: Very bold
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004c01. Drusilla & Other SistersGaius (Caligula). Æ Sestertius (33.5mm, 23.85 g, 7h). Rome mint. Struck AD 37-38. C CAESAR AVG GERMANICVS PON M TR POT, Laureate head left / AGRIPPINA DRVSILLA IVLIA Gaius' three sisters standing facing: Agrippina (as Securitas) leaning on column, holding cornucopia, and placing hand on Drusilla (as Concordia), holding patera and cornucopia; on right, Julia (as Fortuna) holding rudder and cornucopia. RIC I 33. Portrait defaced in antiquity. CNG Auction 553, Lot 463.3 commentslawrence c01/17/24 at 01:09Tracy Aiello: Very nice!
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Ceylon KahavanuCeylon Kahavanu
Anonymous gold Kahavanu
Type III-B
20 mm, 4.28 g
Period of Chola invasion (970-1070 AD)
Obverse: The depiction showcases a standing king facing right, adorned with a pointed crown. The king holds a lotus in his right hand and points at the Shrivatsa symbol with his left hand. A degenerate coconut palm tree is situated on the far left. The king is attired in a wavy Dhoti, characterized by two curved lines on either side and one line in between the legs, resembling tentacles and earning the moniker 'octopus man.' The king stands on a lotus plant stalk with a small circle in the center, concluding on the left in a conch shell and featuring a lotus bud on the right. Five pellets to the right, their significance remains mystery.

Reverse: Seated king facing right, with his left hand resting on his left leg and his right hand holding a conch shell. His right leg rests on a couch or bed-like throne known as asana. On the right side of the field, a Devanagari legend is inscribed in three lines, reading Sri Lan Ka Vi Ha. In these coins, Viha denotes the value, equivalent to 20 Silver Massas.

Note: Despite common attributions identifying it as Sri Lan Ka Vi Bhu, a closer examination reveals the last letter to be Ha. This distinction becomes apparent when comparing the final letter with early Type-I issues or coins from SaHAsamalla or ParakramaBAHU. Additionally, in these anonymous gold coins, there is an absence of Bha that could combine to form the letter Bhu. Following the letter Vi, only Ha is present. Reference: https://sirimunasiha.wordpress.com/about/the-script-on-medieveal-coins-of-sri-lanka/
1 commentsJayAg4701/17/24 at 00:49Tracy Aiello: Fascinating coin.
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090b Gallienus (253-268 A.D.), Rome, RIC V-I 207, AE-Antoninianus, Sole Reign, -/-//ς, IOVI CONS AVG, Goat right, #1090b Gallienus (253-268 A.D.), Rome, RIC V-I 207, AE-Antoninianus, Sole Reign, -/-//ς, IOVI CONS AVG, Goat right, #1
avers: GALLIENVS AVG, Radiate head right.
reverse: IOVI CONS AVG, Goat standing or walking right,
exergue: -/-//ς (=). (officina mark), diameter: 20,0-22,0mm, weight: 3,64g, axis: 11h,
mint: Rome, date: 260-268 A.D.,
ref: RIC V-I 207, p-, Göbl 731b, RSC 341, Sear(2005)Vol.III. 10236,
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1 commentsquadrans01/16/24 at 20:54ickster: Gorgeous patina on this one.
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Roman Empire, Faustina Sr., Augusta 25 February 138 - Early 141, Wife of Antoninus Pius, gold aureus, RIC III AP356dFaustina Sr., Augusta 25 February 138 - Early 141, Wife of Antoninus Pius
SH33181. Gold aureus, SRCV II 4553 (same dies), Cayon 1765 (same), RIC III AP356d, Cohen II 98, BMCRE IV AP398, Choice EF, Rome mint, weight 6.923g, maximum diameter 19.8mm, die axis 180o, 147 - 161 A.D.; obverse DIVA FAVSTINA, diademed, draped and veiled bust left; reverse AVGVSTA, Ceres standing left, torch in right hand, scepter in left hand; very light hairline scratches; ex Numismatik Lanz auction 135, lot 745 (misattributed); ex Goldberg auction 44, lot 3704 (ICG AU 50); hints of red toning, bold and beautiful, struck with elegant dies!; scarce
3 commentsJoe Sermarini01/16/24 at 17:21quadrans: Great piece ..I like it..Smile
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Roman Empire, Philipp II, SestertiusObv. M IVL PHILIPPVS CAES, Bare-headed and draped bust right.
Rev. PRINCIPI IVVENT S C, Philip standing right, holding globus and spear.
Mint: Rome, 244-246 AD.

32mm 21.66g

RIC 255a.

Provenance:
Ex Collection Rev. Percy Barron.
Ex Dr. Jacob Hirsch, Auction 30, 11th May 1911, lot 1193.
Ex Otto Helbing Nachfolger, Auction 86, 25th November 1942, lot 1888
Ex Bertolami Fine Arts, Auction 24, 22nd June 2016, lot 890.

Numbering among the unfortunate boy-emperors of the 3rd Century, Philip II was only about seven years old when his eponymous father hailed him Caesar early in 244. These formative years must have been traumatic for the young Caesar, as his father had come to the throne by way of a coup in Asia Minor, and upon returning to Europe he was perpetually at risk on the Danube front, where he fought hard to keep Rome's enemies at bay. Philip II held the title Caesar for slightly more than three years, during which time he had many attractive coins struck in his honour – principally silver double- denarii and brass sestertii (NAC).
13 commentskc01/16/24 at 06:54quadrans: Nice 🤗👍
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0009931 Larissa ¾ Left, Rider on Horse Prancing RightThessaly Greece, the City of Larissa

Obv: Head of the nymph Larissa 3/4 facing l., an ampyx in her hair, wearing a simple necklace, [a single globule earring hanging from the bottom of the base of the last lock of hair on the r]. All within a border of dots.
Rev: Thessalian cavalryman on prancing horse r., wearing chlamys and petasos. [Λ]API above l., [Σ] downwards in front of horse, [AIΩN] in exergue below the ground line.
Denomination: Obol (?); Mint: Larissa; Date: c. 395 - 344/3 BC1; Weight: 1.04g; Diameter: 11mm: Die axis: 180º; References, for example: Traité VI, 724, pl. CCXCIX, 12; Herrmann Group VII 1 Series B pl. VI, 1 var. mention of a whip and different legend orientation, although he allows for variations.

Notes:
1This is the date provided in Herrmann.

Provenance: Ex. Bermondsey Coins, December 26, 2023

Photo Credits: Bermondsey Coins

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5 commentsTracy Aiello01/16/24 at 04:46quadrans: Nice one 👍🤗😉
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0009931 Larissa ¾ Left, Rider on Horse Prancing RightThessaly Greece, the City of Larissa

Obv: Head of the nymph Larissa 3/4 facing l., an ampyx in her hair, wearing a simple necklace, [a single globule earring hanging from the bottom of the base of the last lock of hair on the r]. All within a border of dots.
Rev: Thessalian cavalryman on prancing horse r., wearing chlamys and petasos. [Λ]API above l., [Σ] downwards in front of horse, [AIΩN] in exergue below the ground line.
Denomination: Obol (?); Mint: Larissa; Date: c. 395 - 344/3 BC1; Weight: 1.04g; Diameter: 11mm: Die axis: 180º; References, for example: Traité VI, 724, pl. CCXCIX, 12; Herrmann Group VII 1 Series B pl. VI, 1 var. mention of a whip and different legend orientation, although he allows for variations.

Notes:
1This is the date provided in Herrmann.

Provenance: Ex. Bermondsey Coins, December 26, 2023

Photo Credits: Bermondsey Coins

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5 commentsTracy Aiello01/15/24 at 22:51Jay GT4: I always liked the 3/4 facing portraits
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Roman Empire, Philipp II, SestertiusObv. M IVL PHILIPPVS CAES, Bare-headed and draped bust right.
Rev. PRINCIPI IVVENT S C, Philip standing right, holding globus and spear.
Mint: Rome, 244-246 AD.

32mm 21.66g

RIC 255a.

Provenance:
Ex Collection Rev. Percy Barron.
Ex Dr. Jacob Hirsch, Auction 30, 11th May 1911, lot 1193.
Ex Otto Helbing Nachfolger, Auction 86, 25th November 1942, lot 1888
Ex Bertolami Fine Arts, Auction 24, 22nd June 2016, lot 890.

Numbering among the unfortunate boy-emperors of the 3rd Century, Philip II was only about seven years old when his eponymous father hailed him Caesar early in 244. These formative years must have been traumatic for the young Caesar, as his father had come to the throne by way of a coup in Asia Minor, and upon returning to Europe he was perpetually at risk on the Danube front, where he fought hard to keep Rome's enemies at bay. Philip II held the title Caesar for slightly more than three years, during which time he had many attractive coins struck in his honour – principally silver double- denarii and brass sestertii (NAC).
13 commentskc01/15/24 at 19:29Jochen: I'm jealous
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Roman Empire, Philipp II, SestertiusObv. M IVL PHILIPPVS CAES, Bare-headed and draped bust right.
Rev. PRINCIPI IVVENT S C, Philip standing right, holding globus and spear.
Mint: Rome, 244-246 AD.

32mm 21.66g

RIC 255a.

Provenance:
Ex Collection Rev. Percy Barron.
Ex Dr. Jacob Hirsch, Auction 30, 11th May 1911, lot 1193.
Ex Otto Helbing Nachfolger, Auction 86, 25th November 1942, lot 1888
Ex Bertolami Fine Arts, Auction 24, 22nd June 2016, lot 890.

Numbering among the unfortunate boy-emperors of the 3rd Century, Philip II was only about seven years old when his eponymous father hailed him Caesar early in 244. These formative years must have been traumatic for the young Caesar, as his father had come to the throne by way of a coup in Asia Minor, and upon returning to Europe he was perpetually at risk on the Danube front, where he fought hard to keep Rome's enemies at bay. Philip II held the title Caesar for slightly more than three years, during which time he had many attractive coins struck in his honour – principally silver double- denarii and brass sestertii (NAC).
13 commentskc01/15/24 at 19:26Bill W4: amazing coin
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Roman Empire, Philipp II, SestertiusObv. M IVL PHILIPPVS CAES, Bare-headed and draped bust right.
Rev. PRINCIPI IVVENT S C, Philip standing right, holding globus and spear.
Mint: Rome, 244-246 AD.

32mm 21.66g

RIC 255a.

Provenance:
Ex Collection Rev. Percy Barron.
Ex Dr. Jacob Hirsch, Auction 30, 11th May 1911, lot 1193.
Ex Otto Helbing Nachfolger, Auction 86, 25th November 1942, lot 1888
Ex Bertolami Fine Arts, Auction 24, 22nd June 2016, lot 890.

Numbering among the unfortunate boy-emperors of the 3rd Century, Philip II was only about seven years old when his eponymous father hailed him Caesar early in 244. These formative years must have been traumatic for the young Caesar, as his father had come to the throne by way of a coup in Asia Minor, and upon returning to Europe he was perpetually at risk on the Danube front, where he fought hard to keep Rome's enemies at bay. Philip II held the title Caesar for slightly more than three years, during which time he had many attractive coins struck in his honour – principally silver double- denarii and brass sestertii (NAC).
13 commentskc01/15/24 at 17:11paul1888: Beautiful coin and provenance!
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Roman Empire, Philipp II, SestertiusObv. M IVL PHILIPPVS CAES, Bare-headed and draped bust right.
Rev. PRINCIPI IVVENT S C, Philip standing right, holding globus and spear.
Mint: Rome, 244-246 AD.

32mm 21.66g

RIC 255a.

Provenance:
Ex Collection Rev. Percy Barron.
Ex Dr. Jacob Hirsch, Auction 30, 11th May 1911, lot 1193.
Ex Otto Helbing Nachfolger, Auction 86, 25th November 1942, lot 1888
Ex Bertolami Fine Arts, Auction 24, 22nd June 2016, lot 890.

Numbering among the unfortunate boy-emperors of the 3rd Century, Philip II was only about seven years old when his eponymous father hailed him Caesar early in 244. These formative years must have been traumatic for the young Caesar, as his father had come to the throne by way of a coup in Asia Minor, and upon returning to Europe he was perpetually at risk on the Danube front, where he fought hard to keep Rome's enemies at bay. Philip II held the title Caesar for slightly more than three years, during which time he had many attractive coins struck in his honour – principally silver double- denarii and brass sestertii (NAC).
13 commentskc01/15/24 at 15:59Callimachus: Beautiful portrait.
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Athens owl 454-404 bcFinally upgraded my owl tetradrachm2 commentsChance Vandal01/15/24 at 15:50vindelicus: Very nice.
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Roman Empire, Philipp II, SestertiusObv. M IVL PHILIPPVS CAES, Bare-headed and draped bust right.
Rev. PRINCIPI IVVENT S C, Philip standing right, holding globus and spear.
Mint: Rome, 244-246 AD.

32mm 21.66g

RIC 255a.

Provenance:
Ex Collection Rev. Percy Barron.
Ex Dr. Jacob Hirsch, Auction 30, 11th May 1911, lot 1193.
Ex Otto Helbing Nachfolger, Auction 86, 25th November 1942, lot 1888
Ex Bertolami Fine Arts, Auction 24, 22nd June 2016, lot 890.

Numbering among the unfortunate boy-emperors of the 3rd Century, Philip II was only about seven years old when his eponymous father hailed him Caesar early in 244. These formative years must have been traumatic for the young Caesar, as his father had come to the throne by way of a coup in Asia Minor, and upon returning to Europe he was perpetually at risk on the Danube front, where he fought hard to keep Rome's enemies at bay. Philip II held the title Caesar for slightly more than three years, during which time he had many attractive coins struck in his honour – principally silver double- denarii and brass sestertii (NAC).
13 commentskc01/15/24 at 15:48vindelicus: Very nice coin. Great portrait.
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Roman Empire, Philipp II, SestertiusObv. M IVL PHILIPPVS CAES, Bare-headed and draped bust right.
Rev. PRINCIPI IVVENT S C, Philip standing right, holding globus and spear.
Mint: Rome, 244-246 AD.

32mm 21.66g

RIC 255a.

Provenance:
Ex Collection Rev. Percy Barron.
Ex Dr. Jacob Hirsch, Auction 30, 11th May 1911, lot 1193.
Ex Otto Helbing Nachfolger, Auction 86, 25th November 1942, lot 1888
Ex Bertolami Fine Arts, Auction 24, 22nd June 2016, lot 890.

Numbering among the unfortunate boy-emperors of the 3rd Century, Philip II was only about seven years old when his eponymous father hailed him Caesar early in 244. These formative years must have been traumatic for the young Caesar, as his father had come to the throne by way of a coup in Asia Minor, and upon returning to Europe he was perpetually at risk on the Danube front, where he fought hard to keep Rome's enemies at bay. Philip II held the title Caesar for slightly more than three years, during which time he had many attractive coins struck in his honour – principally silver double- denarii and brass sestertii (NAC).
13 commentskc01/15/24 at 14:31Tracy Aiello: Wonderful coin. Beautiful detail.
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RIC 0519 Titus as Caesar [Vespasian]AR Denarius, 3.14g
Rome Mint, 73 AD
Obv: T CAES IMP VESP CENS; Head of Titus, laureate, bearded, r.
Rev: S P Q R in oak wreath
RIC 519 (R). BMC 119. RSC 264a. BNC -.
Ex Concordia Auction 9, 15 October 2023, lot 406.

Vespasian and Titus Caesar held a joint censorship in 73. This denarius from a rare issue struck earlier that year is one of the first coins to advertise it on the obverse. The SPQR within wreath type, also shared with Vespasian, is extremely scarce for Titus Caesar and rarely encountered in trade. RIC cites only one specimen in the BM (the lone example cited in OCRE and RSC II), but oddly places the frequency rating as just 'rare'. Asearch results produced only the present coin. I believe the RIC rating woefully underrates the rarity of this variety for Titus Caesar. Double die match with the BM specimen.
5 commentsDavid Atherton01/15/24 at 12:33paul1888: Great reverse
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Athens owl 454-404 bcFinally upgraded my owl tetradrachm2 commentsChance Vandal01/15/24 at 02:42Jay GT4: Excellent upgrade!
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RIC 0519 Titus as Caesar [Vespasian]AR Denarius, 3.14g
Rome Mint, 73 AD
Obv: T CAES IMP VESP CENS; Head of Titus, laureate, bearded, r.
Rev: S P Q R in oak wreath
RIC 519 (R). BMC 119. RSC 264a. BNC -.
Ex Concordia Auction 9, 15 October 2023, lot 406.

Vespasian and Titus Caesar held a joint censorship in 73. This denarius from a rare issue struck earlier that year is one of the first coins to advertise it on the obverse. The SPQR within wreath type, also shared with Vespasian, is extremely scarce for Titus Caesar and rarely encountered in trade. RIC cites only one specimen in the BM (the lone example cited in OCRE and RSC II), but oddly places the frequency rating as just 'rare'. Asearch results produced only the present coin. I believe the RIC rating woefully underrates the rarity of this variety for Titus Caesar. Double die match with the BM specimen.
5 commentsDavid Atherton01/15/24 at 02:41Jay GT4: A wonderful rarity
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00071 Horse Prancing Left Lion’s Head Left, Lion’s Head Spout Right Larissa Right Balancing HydriaThessaly Greece, the City of Larissa

Obv: horse prancing l., lion’s head above facing l. [protruding tongue or stream of water?]. All within a border of dots.
Rev: [Λ]-Α above l. to r., R-I in front and downwards, Larissa standing r. and balancing hydra on her raised l. knee, behind is a spout in the form of a lion’s head from which pours water. All within incuse square.

Denomination: silver obol; Mint: Larissa; Date: c. 440 - 420 BC1; Weight: .95g; Diameter: 13 mm: Die axis: 270º; References, for example: Herrmann Group II b 𝛼, pl. I 13; BCD Thessaly I 1433.5 var. no lion’s head above horse; BCD Thessaly II 160; HGC 4 483.

Notes:
1This is the date given in HGC 4

Provenance: Ex Dr. Busso Peus Nachf. December 10, 2023

Photo Credits: Dr. Busso Peus Nachf.

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2 commentsTracy Aiello01/14/24 at 23:55Jay GT4: Lovely little coin
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00071 Horse Prancing Left Lion’s Head Left, Lion’s Head Spout Right Larissa Right Balancing HydriaThessaly Greece, the City of Larissa

Obv: horse prancing l., lion’s head above facing l. [protruding tongue or stream of water?]. All within a border of dots.
Rev: [Λ]-Α above l. to r., R-I in front and downwards, Larissa standing r. and balancing hydra on her raised l. knee, behind is a spout in the form of a lion’s head from which pours water. All within incuse square.

Denomination: silver obol; Mint: Larissa; Date: c. 440 - 420 BC1; Weight: .95g; Diameter: 13 mm: Die axis: 270º; References, for example: Herrmann Group II b 𝛼, pl. I 13; BCD Thessaly I 1433.5 var. no lion’s head above horse; BCD Thessaly II 160; HGC 4 483.

Notes:
1This is the date given in HGC 4

Provenance: Ex Dr. Busso Peus Nachf. December 10, 2023

Photo Credits: Dr. Busso Peus Nachf.

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2 commentsTracy Aiello01/14/24 at 21:02quadrans: Nice piece 🤗👍😉
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112 Probus (276-282 A.D.), Siscia, Alföldi 0009.0008, -/-//•K•A•, Bust-H2, RIC V-II 632.2b.0.H2.A., AE-Antoninianus, ADVENTVS PROBI AVG, Emperor riding left, Rare (R3), #1112 Probus (276-282 A.D.), Siscia, Alföldi 0009.0008, -/-//•K•A•, Bust-H2, RIC V-II 632.2b.0.H2.A., AE-Antoninianus, ADVENTVS PROBI AVG, Emperor riding left, Rare (R3), #1
avers: IMP C M AVR PROBVS P F AVG, Radiate bust left in imperial mantle, holding scepter surmounted by an eagle. (H2)
reverse: ADVENTVS PROBI AVG, Emperor riding left, right hand raised, left holding scepter; at foot, captive. (A)
exergue: -/-//•K•A•, diameter: 21,0-22,5mm, weight: 3,56g, axis: 5h,
mint: Siscia, 2nd. em., ph.b., - off., date: 277 A.D.,
ref: RIC V-II 632.2b.0.H2.A., Alf-9, No-8, Rare!!! (R3), LV:2 ex.,
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3 commentsquadrans01/14/24 at 01:46Jay GT4: Outstanding!
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Greek, Lysimachos TetradrachmDiademed head of Alexander III ( The Great ) wearing horn of Amon.
Reverse.ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΛΥΣΙΜΑΧΟΥ, Athena enthroned left holding Nike in outstretched right hand, left elbow resting on shield, inner left field monogram above lion head, in exergue club and monogram.


Ref: Unpublished in Thompson and SNG Cop. ( 15.94g, 28mm, 3h )
Good very fine,irridesence in fields, slight corrosion reverse right edge, otherwise an attractive coin.

The mongrams on this coin are closer to those recorded by Thompson for the mint of Cius rather than the mint of Heraclea that employed the club symbol with the limited momogram HP

2 commentsPhiloromaos01/13/24 at 19:46helvetica: The lion's head looks more like the head of H...
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Neapolis, Campania, Italy270 - 250 BC
AE 21, 5.763 grams, 135 degrees

O: NEOΠOΛITΩN, laureate head of Apollo left, long wavy hair, E behind

R: River-god Acheloios Sebethos, as a man-faced bull, standing right, head turned facing, being crowned by Nike who flies right above, MB monogram below, possibly IΣ in exergue (off flan)

Ref: Potamikon 333, Taliercio IIIa.10, HN Italy 589; BMC Italy p. 115, 219, SNG Cop 505, Sambon 658

Notes: VF, irregular flan shape typical for the type with remnants of casting sprues, nice jade green patina, light corrosion, Campania mint. I will credit Nick Molinari's book, Acheloios, Thales, and The Origin of Philosophy, for me wanting a man-faced bull coin. The book is really good, even if it was over my head at times. Fascinating read and I find his conclusions quite convincing. Knowing what the man faced bull is makes all the difference in understanding these coins. I am thrilled to have an example.

Ex-Forum Ancient Coins, Feb 2023
2 commentsVirgil H01/13/24 at 12:33Molinari: Thank you for the compliment—great coin! I have an...
RIC_V-II_Siscia2C_632_2b_0_H2_A_2C_A_009_No_0082C_112_Probus2C_AE-Ant_2C_IMP_C_M_AVR_PROBVS_P_F_AVG2C_ADVENTVS_PROBI_AVG2C__K_A_2C_277_AD2C_R3_Q-0012C_5h2C_212C0-222C5mm2C_32C56g-s.jpg
112 Probus (276-282 A.D.), Siscia, Alföldi 0009.0008, -/-//•K•A•, Bust-H2, RIC V-II 632.2b.0.H2.A., AE-Antoninianus, ADVENTVS PROBI AVG, Emperor riding left, Rare (R3), #1112 Probus (276-282 A.D.), Siscia, Alföldi 0009.0008, -/-//•K•A•, Bust-H2, RIC V-II 632.2b.0.H2.A., AE-Antoninianus, ADVENTVS PROBI AVG, Emperor riding left, Rare (R3), #1
avers: IMP C M AVR PROBVS P F AVG, Radiate bust left in imperial mantle, holding scepter surmounted by an eagle. (H2)
reverse: ADVENTVS PROBI AVG, Emperor riding left, right hand raised, left holding scepter; at foot, captive. (A)
exergue: -/-//•K•A•, diameter: 21,0-22,5mm, weight: 3,56g, axis: 5h,
mint: Siscia, 2nd. em., ph.b., - off., date: 277 A.D.,
ref: RIC V-II 632.2b.0.H2.A., Alf-9, No-8, Rare!!! (R3), LV:2 ex.,
Q-001
3 commentsquadrans01/12/24 at 21:45*Alex: Superb example Joe.
RIC_911_112_Probus_AE-Ant-Silvered_IMP-C-M-AVR-PROBVS-P-F-AVG(H)_SO-LI-N-VICT-O_B_RIC-V-II-911-p118_Cyzicus_276-AD__Q-001_6h_22mm_3,73ga-s.jpg
112 Probus (276-282 A.D.), AE-Antoninianus, RIC V-II 911.2b.2.H2.A., Cyzicus, SOLI INVICTO, Bust-H2, -/-//B, Sol facing in spread quadriga, #1112 Probus (276-282 A.D.), AE-Antoninianus, RIC V-II 911.2b.2.H2.A., Cyzicus, SOLI INVICTO, Bust-H2, -/-//B, Sol facing in spread quadriga, #1
avers: IMP C M AVR PROBVS P F AVG, Bust Type H2/H, Radiate bust left in imperial mantle, holding scepter surmounted by an eagle. (H2)
reverse: SOLI INVICTO, Sol facing in spread quadriga, raising right hand and holding the whip in left hand. (A)
exergue: -/-//B, diameter: 22,0mm, weight: 3,73g, axis: 6h,
mint: Cyzicus, 2nd. em., phase b., 2nd. off., date: 276-277 A.D.,
ref: RIC V-II 911.2b.2.H2.A., p-118, (La Venèra: 0 example),
Q-001
1 commentsquadrans01/12/24 at 10:48Anaximander: Lovely. So rich in detail.
BruttiumLokri.jpg
Bruttium, Lokri EpizephyrioiHead of Athena to right, wearing crested Corinthian helmet; XIIII above.

Pegasos flying to right; ΛΟΚΡΩΝ below.

3.92g, 18mm

Lokroi Epizephyrioi

3rd Century BCE

HN Italy 2423 corr. (ΛIII); HGC 1, 1591 corr. (same).

Ex-Aphrodite Auction 18, lot 29; Ex-Roma Mike Ballerini Collection Auction lot 199 with his ticket noting "Lotto 29"

Beautiful glossy black patina in hand
4 commentsJay GT401/12/24 at 03:14Jay GT4: 18mm
RIC_713_A_042_No_0712C_112_Probus2C_AE-Ant2C_IMP_PROBVS_P_F_AVG2C28F8292C_PAX_AVGVSTI2C28A292C_V_XXI2C_Siscia_7a_em2C_5_off2C_280_AD2C_R2_Q-0012C_5h2C_202C5-23mm2C_32C65g-s.jpg
112 Probus (276-282 A.D.), Siscia, Alföldi 0042.0071, -/V//XXI, Bust-F8., RIC V-II 713.7a.5.F8.A., AE-Antoninianus, PAX AVGVSTI, Pax standing left, Rare (R2), #1112 Probus (276-282 A.D.), Siscia, Alföldi 0042.0071, -/V//XXI, Bust-F8., RIC V-II 713.7a.5.F8.A., AE-Antoninianus, PAX AVGVSTI, Pax standing left, Rare (R2), #1
avers: IMP PROBVS P F AVG, Radiate, cuirassed bust left, holding spear and shield, seen from back, shield in front and a spear pointing forward, divergent wreath ties. (F8)
reverse: PAX AVGVSTI, Pax standing left, holding an olive branch and scepter. (A)
exergue: -/V//XXI, diameter: 20,5-23,0mm, weight: 3,65g, axis: 5h,
mint: Siscia, 7th em. ph a., 5th. off., date: 280 A.D.,
ref: RIC V-II 713.7a.5.F8.A., Bust and officina not in RIC, Alföldi type 42 n° 71 Rare (R2),
Q-001

1 commentsquadrans01/12/24 at 03:12Jay GT4: Wonderful!
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C. Cassius Longinus as Imperator (42 BC)AR Denarius
19.74 3.70 gr.
Obv: LEIBERTAS C CASSI IMP, Libertas veiled and draped head right
Rev: LENTVLVS SPINT, jug and lituus, double struck with rotation
Mint: Military mint, probably Smyrna (42 BC)
Crawford 500/5; RSC I 6; Sear HCRI 223; Sydenham 1305

1 obverse and reverse die match in Schaefer’s die study, 13/82
1 commentsKen W201/12/24 at 03:12Jay GT4: Excellent type
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C. Cassius Longinus as Imperator (42 BC)AR Denarius
19.72 mm 3.60 gr.
Obv: LEIBERTAS C CASSI IMP, Libertas diademed head right
Rev: LENTVLVS SPINT, jug and lituus
Mint: Military mint, probably Smyrna (42 BC)
Crawford 500/3; RSC I 4; Sear HCRI 221; Sydenham 1307

2 obverse and reverse die matches in Schaefer’s die study, 13/75, 13/87

[Together with the veiled Libertas type, likely struck in early 42 BC just after the conference with his co-conspirator and assassin, M. Junius Brutus, at Smyrna. These issues bear the essentially self-declared title of Imperator, as the tyrannicides had no official State status, other than that of assassin co-conspirators. At the first battle of Philippi in October 42 BC Cassius’ forces suffered a temporary rout by Antony’s forces upon which Cassius committed suicide mistakenly thinking Brutus had also suffered defeat.]
1 commentsKen W201/12/24 at 03:11Jay GT4: Great historic coin
RIC_V-II_911_4a_1_H2_A_2C_112_Probus2C_AE-Ant2C_IMP_C_M_AVR_PROBVS_P_F_AVG2C_SOLI_INVICTO2C_CM_XXIA2C_Cyzicus2C_281_AD2C_C2C_Q-0012C_6h2C_222C7-232C2mm2C_32C96g-s.jpg
112 Probus (276-282 A.D.), AE-Antoninianus, RIC V-II 911.4a.1.H2.A., Cyzicus, SOLI INVICTO, Bust-H2, CM//XXIA, Sol left in spread quadriga, #1112 Probus (276-282 A.D.), AE-Antoninianus, RIC V-II 911.4a.1.H2.A., Cyzicus, SOLI INVICTO, Bust-H2, CM//XXIA, Sol left in spread quadriga, #1
avers: IMP C M AVR PROBVS P F AVG, Radiate bust left in imperial mantle, holding scepter surmounted by an eagle. (H2)
reverse: SOLI INVICTO, Sol left in spread quadriga, raising right hand and holding the whip in left hand. No exergual line.(A)
exergue: CM//XXIA, diameter: 22,7-23,2mm, weight: 3,96g, axis: 6h,
mint: Cyzicus, 4th. emission, 5th. officina, date: 281 A.D.,
ref: RIC V-II 911.4a.1.H2.A., CM//XXIA, p-118,
Q-001
2 commentsquadrans01/12/24 at 01:57*Alex: Great coin!
RIC774.jpg
RIC 0774 Vespasian denariusIMP CAESAR VESPASIANVS AVG
Laureate head right

PON MAX TR P COS VI
Securitas seated left, head resting on raised arm

Rome, 75 CE

3.22g

RIC 774 (C)

Ex-Aphrodite Auction 18, lot 481 misattributed as RIC 772

A beautifully toned denarius in hand. Often times this coin is mistaken for the common Pax reverse (as was this one). The difference is in the position of the deities head resting on her arm. The pose is most likely taken from a cult statue of the goddess.
6 commentsJay GT401/11/24 at 22:40*Alex: Superb portrait, great coin.
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RIC 0774 Vespasian denariusIMP CAESAR VESPASIANVS AVG
Laureate head right

PON MAX TR P COS VI
Securitas seated left, head resting on raised arm

Rome, 75 CE

3.22g

RIC 774 (C)

Ex-Aphrodite Auction 18, lot 481 misattributed as RIC 772

A beautifully toned denarius in hand. Often times this coin is mistaken for the common Pax reverse (as was this one). The difference is in the position of the deities head resting on her arm. The pose is most likely taken from a cult statue of the goddess.
6 commentsJay GT401/11/24 at 22:38Russell K2: Nice toning and portrait
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Greek, Italy, CALABRIA, Taras. Circa 450-440 BC. AR Nomos25 mm, 7.95 g, 6 h.
Youthful oikist, nude, riding dolphing to left, extending both hands; below, scallop shell; to upper right, cicada.
Rev. TARAΣ Youthful oikist, draped from the waist, seated to left on a diphros, holding an upright spindle in his right hand; all within laurel wreath.
Fischer-Bossert 140b ( this coin, V75'/R95α). Gillet 57 ( this coin ). HN Italy -. SNG Ashmolean 223 ( same dies ). Vlasto -.
Very rare and attractively toned. Minor scratches and with a graffito on the obverse and light doubling on the reverse, otherwise, very fine.

From the collections of Prof. Dr. D. Mannsperger and that of R. Maly, LHS 100, 23 April 2007, 27, ex Numismatica Ars Classica G, 10 April 1997, 1008, and from the collection of C. Gillet ('Kunstfreund', 1879-1972), photofile no. 57.
2 commentsLeo01/11/24 at 22:35Jay GT4: This is fantastic
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002a6. AugustusAR cistophorus. 24mm, 11.37 gm. Ephesus mint, ca. 25 BC. Obv: IMP•CAE-SAR, bare head of Augustus right; linear border. Rev: AVGV-STVS, six grain ears bound together; pellet in center, dotted border. RIC I 481.2 commentslawrence c01/11/24 at 18:51Justin W: I really want one of these types, congrats!!!
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Greek, Italy, CALABRIA, Taras. Circa 450-440 BC. AR Nomos25 mm, 7.95 g, 6 h.
Youthful oikist, nude, riding dolphing to left, extending both hands; below, scallop shell; to upper right, cicada.
Rev. TARAΣ Youthful oikist, draped from the waist, seated to left on a diphros, holding an upright spindle in his right hand; all within laurel wreath.
Fischer-Bossert 140b ( this coin, V75'/R95α). Gillet 57 ( this coin ). HN Italy -. SNG Ashmolean 223 ( same dies ). Vlasto -.
Very rare and attractively toned. Minor scratches and with a graffito on the obverse and light doubling on the reverse, otherwise, very fine.

From the collections of Prof. Dr. D. Mannsperger and that of R. Maly, LHS 100, 23 April 2007, 27, ex Numismatica Ars Classica G, 10 April 1997, 1008, and from the collection of C. Gillet ('Kunstfreund', 1879-1972), photofile no. 57.
2 commentsLeo01/11/24 at 18:50Justin W: What a beauty
BruttiumLokri.jpg
Bruttium, Lokri EpizephyrioiHead of Athena to right, wearing crested Corinthian helmet; XIIII above.

Pegasos flying to right; ΛΟΚΡΩΝ below.

3.92g, 18mm

Lokroi Epizephyrioi

3rd Century BCE

HN Italy 2423 corr. (ΛIII); HGC 1, 1591 corr. (same).

Ex-Aphrodite Auction 18, lot 29; Ex-Roma Mike Ballerini Collection Auction lot 199 with his ticket noting "Lotto 29"

Beautiful glossy black patina in hand
4 commentsJay GT401/11/24 at 17:00Enodia: Nice coin. How big?
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Greek, Italy, CALABRIA, Taras. temp. Pyrrhos of Epeiros. Circa 276-272 BC. AV Quarter Stater – Triobol11mm, 2.15 g, 4h
Head of Apollo right, wearing laurel wreath; NK monogram to left;
Eagle standing right, wings spread, on thunderbolt; TAPAN[TINΩN] up left field; to right, [ΦI(?) above two stars] above two amphorai; NIKAP in exergue.
Fischer-Bossert G58c (V49/R58 – this coin); Vlasto 57 (same dies); HN Italy 986; SNG Copenhagen 837 (same dies); Berlin 28 (same dies).
Minor marks, double struck on reverse. VF.
Ex Gorny & Mosch 207 (15 October 2012), lot 15; Hess-Leu [22] (4 April 1963), lot 14; Leu FPL [1] (ND [1960]), no. 4.
1 commentsLeo01/11/24 at 11:10Jay GT4: I would love on of these.
RIC774.jpg
RIC 0774 Vespasian denariusIMP CAESAR VESPASIANVS AVG
Laureate head right

PON MAX TR P COS VI
Securitas seated left, head resting on raised arm

Rome, 75 CE

3.22g

RIC 774 (C)

Ex-Aphrodite Auction 18, lot 481 misattributed as RIC 772

A beautifully toned denarius in hand. Often times this coin is mistaken for the common Pax reverse (as was this one). The difference is in the position of the deities head resting on her arm. The pose is most likely taken from a cult statue of the goddess.
6 commentsJay GT401/11/24 at 07:31maxthrax: Lovely natural tone and portrait, great overall lo...
RIC774.jpg
RIC 0774 Vespasian denariusIMP CAESAR VESPASIANVS AVG
Laureate head right

PON MAX TR P COS VI
Securitas seated left, head resting on raised arm

Rome, 75 CE

3.22g

RIC 774 (C)

Ex-Aphrodite Auction 18, lot 481 misattributed as RIC 772

A beautifully toned denarius in hand. Often times this coin is mistaken for the common Pax reverse (as was this one). The difference is in the position of the deities head resting on her arm. The pose is most likely taken from a cult statue of the goddess.
6 commentsJay GT401/11/24 at 05:09quadrans: Congrats Jay 👍
BruttiumLokri.jpg
Bruttium, Lokri EpizephyrioiHead of Athena to right, wearing crested Corinthian helmet; XIIII above.

Pegasos flying to right; ΛΟΚΡΩΝ below.

3.92g, 18mm

Lokroi Epizephyrioi

3rd Century BCE

HN Italy 2423 corr. (ΛIII); HGC 1, 1591 corr. (same).

Ex-Aphrodite Auction 18, lot 29; Ex-Roma Mike Ballerini Collection Auction lot 199 with his ticket noting "Lotto 29"

Beautiful glossy black patina in hand
4 commentsJay GT401/11/24 at 05:08quadrans: Great piece 👍
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BCC M42 Minute Heads MinimaCaesarea Minima
Date and Mint unidentified
Obv: Imperial? bust rt. (partial)
Rev: two busts facing right.
AE 8x9mm. 0.58g. Axis:345
cf. Hamburger #119
Surface find Caesarea Maritima, 1970's
J. Berlin Caesarea Collection

This very tiny coin is similar to Hamburger #119
Atiqot English Series, Vol.1, 1954. “Minute Coins
from Caesarea Maritima”. Dr. Hamburger published
six coins with similar motifs. These coins bear either
a male or female head on the obverse, and anywhere
from 2-4 heads or busts, often crudely rendered,
on the reverse. He was unable to assign a date or
a place of minting based on the style of the designs,
and these coins remain a mystery.
1 commentsv-drome01/11/24 at 04:09Jay GT4: Mysterious coins
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002a6. AugustusAR cistophorus. 24mm, 11.37 gm. Ephesus mint, ca. 25 BC. Obv: IMP•CAE-SAR, bare head of Augustus right; linear border. Rev: AVGV-STVS, six grain ears bound together; pellet in center, dotted border. RIC I 481.2 commentslawrence c01/11/24 at 04:08Jay GT4: Incredible coin
BruttiumLokri.jpg
Bruttium, Lokri EpizephyrioiHead of Athena to right, wearing crested Corinthian helmet; XIIII above.

Pegasos flying to right; ΛΟΚΡΩΝ below.

3.92g, 18mm

Lokroi Epizephyrioi

3rd Century BCE

HN Italy 2423 corr. (ΛIII); HGC 1, 1591 corr. (same).

Ex-Aphrodite Auction 18, lot 29; Ex-Roma Mike Ballerini Collection Auction lot 199 with his ticket noting "Lotto 29"

Beautiful glossy black patina in hand
4 commentsJay GT401/11/24 at 02:01David Atherton: Lovely reverse.
RIC774.jpg
RIC 0774 Vespasian denariusIMP CAESAR VESPASIANVS AVG
Laureate head right

PON MAX TR P COS VI
Securitas seated left, head resting on raised arm

Rome, 75 CE

3.22g

RIC 774 (C)

Ex-Aphrodite Auction 18, lot 481 misattributed as RIC 772

A beautifully toned denarius in hand. Often times this coin is mistaken for the common Pax reverse (as was this one). The difference is in the position of the deities head resting on her arm. The pose is most likely taken from a cult statue of the goddess.
6 commentsJay GT401/11/24 at 01:39David Atherton: Superb addition!
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tray of assorted rulers from Mildenhall Hoard of 1833tray of assorted rulers from Mildenhall Hoard of 1833

The Mildenhall Hoard was discovered in 1833. There were 1,286 coins from the 3rd century. One was a denarius of Caracalla and the rest were antoniniani from Valerian to Aurelian.The Probus coin was also found in the vicinity; but is not part of the hoard.
1 commentsVictor C01/10/24 at 14:26*Alex: Very interesting.
RIC_V-II_911_4a_1_H2_A_2C_112_Probus2C_AE-Ant2C_IMP_C_M_AVR_PROBVS_P_F_AVG2C_SOLI_INVICTO2C_CM_XXIA2C_Cyzicus2C_281_AD2C_C2C_Q-0012C_6h2C_222C7-232C2mm2C_32C96g-s.jpg
112 Probus (276-282 A.D.), AE-Antoninianus, RIC V-II 911.4a.1.H2.A., Cyzicus, SOLI INVICTO, Bust-H2, CM//XXIA, Sol left in spread quadriga, #1112 Probus (276-282 A.D.), AE-Antoninianus, RIC V-II 911.4a.1.H2.A., Cyzicus, SOLI INVICTO, Bust-H2, CM//XXIA, Sol left in spread quadriga, #1
avers: IMP C M AVR PROBVS P F AVG, Radiate bust left in imperial mantle, holding scepter surmounted by an eagle. (H2)
reverse: SOLI INVICTO, Sol left in spread quadriga, raising right hand and holding the whip in left hand. No exergual line.(A)
exergue: CM//XXIA, diameter: 22,7-23,2mm, weight: 3,96g, axis: 6h,
mint: Cyzicus, 4th. emission, 5th. officina, date: 281 A.D.,
ref: RIC V-II 911.4a.1.H2.A., CM//XXIA, p-118,
Q-001
2 commentsquadrans01/10/24 at 04:08Jay GT4: Great piece. Always liked that reverse type
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Vespasian, Titus & Domitian Denarius, RIC 16Vespasian, Titus & Domitian Denarius.
Rome, 70 AD.
Obv.: IMP CAESAR VESPASIANVS AVG, laureate bust of Vespasian right.
Rev.: CAESAR AVG F COS CAESAR AVG F PR, heads of Titus & Domitian facing each other.
17,5 mm/2.54 g
RIC 16, RSC 5
Good fine.
Ex Kölner Münzkabinett 14 (1974) Lot 127
1 commentsvindelicus01/10/24 at 04:07Jay GT4: Good dynastic type. I like the portrait of Vespas...
T288.jpg
RIC 288 Domitian as Caesar [Titus]Æ Sestertius, 25.48g
Rome mint, 80-81 AD
Obv: CAES DIVI AVG VESP F DOMITIANVS COS VII; Head of Domitian, laureate, bearded, r.
Rev: PAX AVGVST; S C in field; Pax stg. l., with branch and cornucopiae
RIC 288 (R). BMC 230. BNC 236.
Ex Harlan J Berk BBS 225, 30 November 2023, lot 137. Ex Curtis Clay Collection. Acquired from B A Seaby, mid-1960s, with handwritten ticket by David Sear.

A reverse type struck for both Titus and Domitian Caesar symbolising the bountiful prosperity Pax and the emperor have provided. DIVI AVG VESP F tells us the coin was struck after Vespasian's deification. The date of Vespasian's consecratio is dated by the epigraphic evidence sometime between 8 September 79 and 29 May 80. Nathan T. Elkins has proposed that the opening games of the Colosseum were in honour of Vespasian's deification. If so, this sestertius could not have been struck much earlier than June 80. Engraved with a severe Titus-like portrait.
2 commentsDavid Atherton01/10/24 at 04:06Jay GT4: I do like the portrait, Excellent coin
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RIC 1556 Vespasian denariusIMP CAES VESP AVG P M COS IIII
Laureate Head of Vespasian right

VESTA
Vesta standing. left, with simpulum and sceptre

Antioch 72-73 CE

2.96g; 20-21mm

RIC 1556 (R3)

Double struck. Centering line still visible on reverse

Ex-Olympus Auction 4 lot 551 (mistakenly attributed as the common RIC 360 from the Rome mint)

Very rare. RIC cites one example from CNG 61, 25 September 2002, lot 1689. Since then a second example has appeared in the Atherton collection. This is the 3rd known example of the type although not a die match to the other 2 specimens.
7 commentsJay GT401/10/24 at 01:29Nemonater: Wow! Shocked
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RIC 1557 Vespasian denariusIMP CAES VESP AVG PM COS IIII
Laureate head right

VICTORIA AVGVSTI
Victory standing right, crowning standard and holding palm

Antioch, 72-73 CE

3.43g

RIC 1557 (R2); RPC 1929

Ex-Harlen J. Berk Buy or Bid 224 lot 137 from the Curtis Clay Collection with his tag, Ex-Dionysos Feb 2012,

While this type is common for the mint in Rome it is very rare for Antioch, only 2 in Forum galleries (Atherton, Lucas). Nice centering line still visible
8 commentsJay GT401/10/24 at 01:28Nemonater: I love it!
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RIC 1029 Titus DupondiusT CAESAR VESPASIANVS TR P COS VI
Laureate head left

PRINCIP IVVENT SC across lower field
Domitian Caesar on horse prancing left, raising right hand and holding scepter in left.

Rome; 77-78 CE

10.66g

RIC 1029 (R3)

HJB 225th Bid or Buy lot 63 from the Curtis L. Clay Collection; ex CNG E329, 25 June 2014, 409.

The reverse depicts Domitian participating in the Judaea Capta triumph of 71 A.D. He is, as Josephus described him, riding alongside in magnificent apparel and mounted on a horse that was itself a site worth seeing.

RIC notes that this is "presumably a mule, with the reverse of Domitian from the parallel issue." David Atherton believes the reverse die is intentional for both Titus and Domitian, making this an official pairing of dies for Titus. Regardless, the type is very rare. None in Forum galleries.
9 commentsJay GT401/10/24 at 01:27Nemonater: Wonderful!
RIC_646_A_017_No_0042C_112_Probus2C_AE-Ant2C_IMP_C_M_AVR_PROBVS_P_AVG_H22C_CLEMENTIA_TEMP_C2C_P_KA2C_Siscia2C_7th-em_2C_1st_off_2C_280AD_Q-001_7h_21-212C5mm_42C66g-s.jpg
112 Probus (276-282 A.D.), Siscia, Alföldi 0017.0004, P//KA, Bust-H2, RIC V-II 646.7b.1.H2.C., AE-Antoninianus, CLEMENTIA TEMP, Emperor and Jupiter, R2 #1112 Probus (276-282 A.D.), Siscia, Alföldi 0017.0004, P//KA, Bust-H2, RIC V-II 646.7b.1.H2.C., AE-Antoninianus, CLEMENTIA TEMP, Emperor and Jupiter, R2 #1
avers: IMP C M AVR PROBVS P AVG, Radiate bust left in imperial mantle, holding sceptre surmounted by an eagle. (H2)
reverse: CLEMENTIA TEMP, Emperor standing right, holding sceptre surmounted by an eagle, receiving globe from Jupiter standing left, holding sceptre. (C)
exergue: P//KA, diameter: 21,0-21,5mm, weight: 4,66g, axis: 7h,
mint: Siscia, 7th. emission, 1st. off., date: 280 A.D.,
ref: RIC V-II 646.7b.1.H2.C., Alf-17, No-4, R2!
Q-001
2 commentsquadrans01/09/24 at 13:16Tracy Aiello: Wonderful.
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