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0 - Severus Alexander as Caesar - AR DenariusSeverus Alexander as Caesar. Rome Mint.

obv: " M AUR ALEXANDER CAES "
Bare head right, draped.

rev: " PIETAS AUG " - Priestly Implements.
4 commentsrexesq06/25/23 at 16:07Callimachus: Nice portrait.
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Philip I - Tetradrachm - Eagle w/ wing tip behind leg. Reverse.Philip I ( AD 244 - 249 )
Tetradrachm of Antioch, Syria.

Obverse: Radiate, draped and cuirassed bust right, seen from behind.

Reverse: Eagle facing left, left wing behind left leg. Head right holding wreath in beak.
ANTIOXIA SC below.
1 commentsrexesq01/02/22 at 09:35Serendipity: Terrific eagle!
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Philip I AR Antoninianus - ' SPES FELICITATIS ORBIS ' - 03 - Unknown Eastern Mint - obv2Roman Empire
Emperor Philip I (244 - 249 AD)
Silver Antoninianus ( double denarius )
Struck at Unknown Eastern Mint - 244 AD.

obv: IMP C M IVL PHILIPPVS P F AVG PM - radiate, draped & cuirassed bust right.
rev: SPES FELICITATIS ORBIS - (tranlation: 'Hope for a Happy World') - Spes (Hope) advancing left, holding flower in one hand and lifting skirt with the other.

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more info on the Philip I - AD 244 - Unknown Eastern Mint - Silver Antoninianii written by dougsmit, very informative with examples of all the Unkown Eastern Mint types from AD 244: http://dougsmith.ancients.info/philip.html
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2 commentsrexesq10/15/18 at 17:23rexesq: Thank you Mat, my friend!
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Philip I AR Antoninianus - ' SPES FELICITATIS ORBIS ' - 03 - Unknown Eastern Mint - obv2Roman Empire
Emperor Philip I (244 - 249 AD)
Silver Antoninianus ( double denarius )
Struck at Unknown Eastern Mint - 244 AD.

obv: IMP C M IVL PHILIPPVS P F AVG PM - radiate, draped & cuirassed bust right.
rev: SPES FELICITATIS ORBIS - (tranlation: 'Hope for a Happy World') - Spes (Hope) advancing left, holding flower in one hand and lifting skirt with the other.

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more info on the Philip I - AD 244 - Unknown Eastern Mint - Silver Antoninianii written by dougsmit, very informative with examples of all the Unkown Eastern Mint types from AD 244: http://dougsmith.ancients.info/philip.html
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2 commentsrexesq10/05/18 at 14:30Mat: Nice example
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India, Dutch - 1700's - Gold Fanam.Dutch South India, Tamil.
Gold Fanam. 1700's.
1 commentsrexesq03/09/18 at 03:29Jay GT4: Always wanted a fanam
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Z9 - Aurelian BI Antoninianus - RESTITUT.ORBISEmperor Aurelian ( 270 - 275 AD )
AR/BI Antoninianus - Rome Mint.
3.9 grams. Titles in Latin;

obv:" IMP C AURELIANUS AUG " - Radiate crowned bust of Emperor, with short beard and Fancy Cuirass.

rev:" RESTITUT . ORBIS " (translation = Restorer of the World)
Emperor standing right, holding spear or scepter, receiving Laurel wreath.. "A" below.
3 commentsrexesq03/07/18 at 04:40rexesq: Smile thanks mates! I haven't gotten too many new...
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Z9 - Aurelian BI Antoninianus - RESTITUT.ORBISEmperor Aurelian ( 270 - 275 AD )
AR/BI Antoninianus - Rome Mint.
3.9 grams. Titles in Latin;

obv:" IMP C AURELIANUS AUG " - Radiate crowned bust of Emperor, with short beard and Fancy Cuirass.

rev:" RESTITUT . ORBIS " (translation = Restorer of the World)
Emperor standing right, holding spear or scepter, receiving Laurel wreath.. "A" below.
3 commentsrexesq03/05/18 at 18:40Mat: Nice portrait
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Zz - Maximianus (286 - 305 AD) AE Antoninianus, AntiochEmperor Maximianus ( 286 - 305 AD )
Bronze Antoninianus. 3.2 grams. Antioch Mint.

rev:" CONCORDIA MILITUM "
"ANT" - Mintmark below, for the mint in Antioch.

*note: reddish sand colored patina, as if from being buried in the sands for centuries...
1 commentsrexesq03/05/18 at 10:14Randygeki(h2): Nice patina
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Z9 - Aurelian BI Antoninianus - RESTITUT.ORBISEmperor Aurelian ( 270 - 275 AD )
AR/BI Antoninianus - Rome Mint.
3.9 grams. Titles in Latin;

obv:" IMP C AURELIANUS AUG " - Radiate crowned bust of Emperor, with short beard and Fancy Cuirass.

rev:" RESTITUT . ORBIS " (translation = Restorer of the World)
Emperor standing right, holding spear or scepter, receiving Laurel wreath.. "A" below.
3 commentsrexesq03/05/18 at 10:14Randygeki(h2): Great example.
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06 - Antoninus Pius - AR Denarius - ITALIARoman Empire
Emperor Antoninus Pius (138 - 161 AD)
Silver Denarius. Rome Mint. Struck 140 AD.

obv: ANTONINVS AVG PIVS PP TR P COS III - laureate head right.

rev: ITA LIA - Italia in turreted crown, seated left on globe with cornucopiae & scepter.

weight: 3.1grams
4 commentsrexesq12/06/17 at 01:38rexesq: Gracias.
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Antoninus Pius, AD Sestertius, ITALIA seatedAncient Rome, 2nd Century AD, 'ITALIA'
AE Sestertius, weight: 22.1 Grams.
Titles in Latin:
obv: " ANTONINUS AUG PIUS PP " - Laureate crowned bust of Emperor facing right.
rev: " TR POT COS III " - Italia, facing left, seated on globe, holding caduceus and spear. " S C " in each field, " ITALIA " below, in exergue.
3 commentsrexesq11/15/17 at 19:42rexesq: Thank you, I need to get some better photos....the...
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Antoninus Pius, AD Sestertius, ITALIA seatedAncient Rome, 2nd Century AD, 'ITALIA'
AE Sestertius, weight: 22.1 Grams.
Titles in Latin:
obv: " ANTONINUS AUG PIUS PP " - Laureate crowned bust of Emperor facing right.
rev: " TR POT COS III " - Italia, facing left, seated on globe, holding caduceus and spear. " S C " in each field, " ITALIA " below, in exergue.
3 commentsrexesq11/08/17 at 13:00Mat: Very nice, looks to have good surfaces too.
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Domitian - AS As, Rome Mint - VIRTUTI AUGUSTI - 10.92 GramsAncient Rome.
Emperor Domitian(81 - 96 AD), AE As.
Latin titles;
obv: Laureate crowned bust of Emperor Domitian facing right.
rev:" VIRTUTI AUGUSTI " - Virtus standing right in military dress, holding vertical spear in one hand, parazonium in other arm. One knee slightly raised.
" SC " in fields, to either side of Virtus.

Weight 10.92 Grams
4 commentsrexesq11/08/17 at 12:57Mat: Nice example
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Domitian - AS As, Rome Mint - VIRTUTI AUGUSTI - 10.92 GramsAncient Rome.
Emperor Domitian(81 - 96 AD), AE As.
Latin titles;
obv: Laureate crowned bust of Emperor Domitian facing right.
rev:" VIRTUTI AUGUSTI " - Virtus standing right in military dress, holding vertical spear in one hand, parazonium in other arm. One knee slightly raised.
" SC " in fields, to either side of Virtus.

Weight 10.92 Grams
4 commentsrexesq11/08/17 at 04:58David Atherton: Congrats!
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Antoninus Pius, AD Sestertius, ITALIA seatedAncient Rome, 2nd Century AD, 'ITALIA'
AE Sestertius, weight: 22.1 Grams.
Titles in Latin:
obv: " ANTONINUS AUG PIUS PP " - Laureate crowned bust of Emperor facing right.
rev: " TR POT COS III " - Italia, facing left, seated on globe, holding caduceus and spear. " S C " in each field, " ITALIA " below, in exergue.
3 commentsrexesq11/07/17 at 22:49wileyc: Nice looking coin, reflecting a sense of what it i...
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Domitian - AS As, Rome Mint - VIRTUTI AUGUSTI - 10.92 GramsAncient Rome.
Emperor Domitian(81 - 96 AD), AE As.
Latin titles;
obv: Laureate crowned bust of Emperor Domitian facing right.
rev:" VIRTUTI AUGUSTI " - Virtus standing right in military dress, holding vertical spear in one hand, parazonium in other arm. One knee slightly raised.
" SC " in fields, to either side of Virtus.

Weight 10.92 Grams
4 commentsrexesq11/07/17 at 00:42rexesq: My first Domitian Smile
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Domitian - AS As, Rome Mint - VIRTUTI AUGUSTI - 10.92 GramsAncient Rome.
Emperor Domitian(81 - 96 AD), AE As.
Latin titles;
obv: Laureate crowned bust of Emperor Domitian facing right.
rev:" VIRTUTI AUGUSTI " - Virtus standing right in military dress, holding vertical spear in one hand, parazonium in other arm. One knee slightly raised.
" SC " in fields, to either side of Virtus.

Weight 10.92 Grams
4 commentsrexesq11/02/17 at 13:36okidoki: nice
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1672 KB - Hungary - 6 Krajczar, Silver, Holy Roman Emperor Leopold I Hungary - 1672, AR Six Krajczar coin.
Holy Roman Emperor Leopold I (the hogmouth) of the Hapsburg family that ruled Austria for centuries.

obv:" LEOPOLDUS.D.G.R.I.S.GE.HU.B.REX." - Laureate crowned, draped bust facing right, titles encircling designs.
Below Bust of Emperor ; Roman Numerals: "VI" encircled at 6 O'Clock, denomination, 6 Silver Krajczar.

rev:" PATRONA.HUNGARIÆ .1672. " - Madonna(Mary) holding Christ child in arms.
Coat of Arms below at 6 O'Clock.
2 commentsrexesq11/02/17 at 04:09rexesq: Thank you very much !! ☆☆☆☆...
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1672 KB - Hungary - 6 Krajczar, Silver, Holy Roman Emperor Leopold I Hungary - 1672, AR Six Krajczar coin.
Holy Roman Emperor Leopold I (the hogmouth) of the Hapsburg family that ruled Austria for centuries.

obv:" LEOPOLDUS.D.G.R.I.S.GE.HU.B.REX." - Laureate crowned, draped bust facing right, titles encircling designs.
Below Bust of Emperor ; Roman Numerals: "VI" encircled at 6 O'Clock, denomination, 6 Silver Krajczar.

rev:" PATRONA.HUNGARIÆ .1672. " - Madonna(Mary) holding Christ child in arms.
Coat of Arms below at 6 O'Clock.
2 commentsrexesq11/02/17 at 02:02Stkp: nice coin
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VI - SALONINA - AR/BI Antoninianus, VENUSAncient Rome, mid 3rd Century AD.
Silver/Billon Antoninianus of Empress Salonina, died 268 AD. Rome mint.
Latin titles;
obv: " SALONINA AUG " - Bust of Empress Salonina, hair braided and crowned with a Tiara. Draped bust, set upon a crescent moon. Frontal.
rev: " VENUS AUG " - Goddess Venus standing left, holding helmet in outstretched hand, and spear in other, elbow resting on shield set on ground. "PXV" below.
*The weight is 4,73 grams, quite heavy for the time period. Also, amazing detail on the Empress' bust, specifically her braids and the crescent moon her bust sits upon.*
2 commentsrexesq11/01/17 at 05:14rexesq: Thanks mate, same here! And the detail on the cres...
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0 - Caracalla - Tetradrachm #6. Ancient Roman Empire
Emperor Caracalla (198 - 217 AD)
Silver Tetradrachm of Antioch, Syria. - #3

(titles in Greek)
obv: Laureate bust right.
rev: Eagle standing on leg and thigh of sacrificial animal. Head right, tail right, wings spread, holding wreath in beak.
Delta and Epsilon in fields to either side of eagles' head, above wings.
-Weight: 12.98 / 13.0 grams-
1 commentsrexesq10/31/17 at 23:20Mat: Another great tet!
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Trajan Decius Tetradrachm 12.6 Grams - FRONTAL bustRoman Empire
Emperor Decius (249 - 251 AD) Frontal bust right.
AR Tetradrachm of Antioch, Syria.

(titles in Greek;)
obv: Laureate bust right, draped and cuirassed. Seen from the FRONT. One dot below.
rev: Eagle standing right on palm branch, wreath in beak, tail left. "SC" below.

12.6 Grams
1 commentsrexesq10/31/17 at 23:20Mat: Great portrait and toning. And yes, I have gotten ...
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Severus Alexander - Eastern Mint - MARTI PACIFEROAncient Roman Empire
Emperor Severus Alexander ( 222 - 235 AD)
Silver Denarius.
Eastern Mint.

"Mars Pacifies"
obv: IMP C M AUR SEV ALEXAND AUG - Laureate bust right, draped and cuirassed.
rev: MARTI PACIFERO - Mars standing facing left, holding spear in one hand and branch in the other.

Size: 19 mm - 20 mm
Weight: 2.8 Grams
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*More Info: Beautiful Eastern style young bust of the Emperor, slight pitting on the reverse.*
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4 commentsrexesq10/24/17 at 12:54Callimachus: Beautiful scarce coin.
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VI - SALONINA - AR/BI Antoninianus, VENUSAncient Rome, mid 3rd Century AD.
Silver/Billon Antoninianus of Empress Salonina, died 268 AD. Rome mint.
Latin titles;
obv: " SALONINA AUG " - Bust of Empress Salonina, hair braided and crowned with a Tiara. Draped bust, set upon a crescent moon. Frontal.
rev: " VENUS AUG " - Goddess Venus standing left, holding helmet in outstretched hand, and spear in other, elbow resting on shield set on ground. "PXV" below.
*The weight is 4,73 grams, quite heavy for the time period. Also, amazing detail on the Empress' bust, specifically her braids and the crescent moon her bust sits upon.*
2 commentsrexesq09/29/17 at 11:00Mat: Very nice, I like the weight
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Philip I AR Antoninianus - ' VIRTVS EXERCITVS ' - Unknown Eastern Mint #02Roman Empire
Emperor Philip I (244 - 249 AD)
Silver Antoninianus - Unknown Eastern mint. AD244.

obv: IMP C M JUL PHILIPPUS P F AUG PM - Radiate bust right. Draped and cuirassed, seen from behind.
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rev: VIRTUS EXERCITUS - Virtus standing right holding spear and resting shield on ground.

4+ grams
1 commentsrexesq09/15/17 at 17:14Randygeki(h2): Nice!
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Constantine the Great - Jupiter standingAncient Roman Empire, early 4th Century AD.
Emperor Constantine I the Great. AE Follis.
Siscia mint, 313 AD.
Latin titles;
obv:" IMP CONSTANTINUS P F AUG " - Laureate crowned bust of Constantine I right, draped and cuirassed.
rev:" IOVI CONSERVATORI AUGG NN " - Jupiter standing right, nude, holding Victory atop a globe in outstretched hand, and a sceptre in the other. Drapery over shoulder. Eagle with wreath in beak standing below.
mintmark: " SIS " below. Gamma in right field.
Weight: 3.4 grams, 24mm diameter.

*Extremely highly detailed reverse.*
3 commentsrexesq09/15/17 at 16:04Mat: Nice, I am doing Ok for the most part. And I have ...
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Constantine the Great - Jupiter standingAncient Roman Empire, early 4th Century AD.
Emperor Constantine I the Great. AE Follis.
Siscia mint, 313 AD.
Latin titles;
obv:" IMP CONSTANTINUS P F AUG " - Laureate crowned bust of Constantine I right, draped and cuirassed.
rev:" IOVI CONSERVATORI AUGG NN " - Jupiter standing right, nude, holding Victory atop a globe in outstretched hand, and a sceptre in the other. Drapery over shoulder. Eagle with wreath in beak standing below.
mintmark: " SIS " below. Gamma in right field.
Weight: 3.4 grams, 24mm diameter.

*Extremely highly detailed reverse.*
3 commentsrexesq09/15/17 at 12:55rexesq: Thank you my friend!! I have a number of photos of...
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Philip I Tetradrachm of Antioch, SyriaNGC Ancients = AU

Philip I (244 - 249 AD)
AR/BI Tetradrachm of Antioch, Syria.
(Titles in Greek;)
obv: Radiate crowned bust left, cuirassed with Medusa Head on center of breastplate. Seen from the front.
rev: Eagle, head right, with wreath in beak, standing on city name. 'SC' below.
1 commentsrexesq09/15/17 at 12:20Mat: Nice portrait
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Constantine the Great - Jupiter standingAncient Roman Empire, early 4th Century AD.
Emperor Constantine I the Great. AE Follis.
Siscia mint, 313 AD.
Latin titles;
obv:" IMP CONSTANTINUS P F AUG " - Laureate crowned bust of Constantine I right, draped and cuirassed.
rev:" IOVI CONSERVATORI AUGG NN " - Jupiter standing right, nude, holding Victory atop a globe in outstretched hand, and a sceptre in the other. Drapery over shoulder. Eagle with wreath in beak standing below.
mintmark: " SIS " below. Gamma in right field.
Weight: 3.4 grams, 24mm diameter.

*Extremely highly detailed reverse.*
3 commentsrexesq09/15/17 at 12:20Mat: Great reverse
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04 - Gordian III AR Tetradrachm, Antioch, SyriaRoman Empire
Emperor Gordian III (238 - 244 AD)
Antioch, Syria - Tetradrachm.

NGC certified - " Choice XF - 5/5, 4/5 "
1 commentsrexesq12/16/15 at 20:29Mat: Wow, wonderfully centered on both sides!
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0 - Severus Alexander as Caesar - AR DenariusSeverus Alexander as Caesar. Rome Mint.

obv: " M AUR ALEXANDER CAES "
Bare head right, draped.

rev: " PIETAS AUG " - Priestly Implements.
4 commentsrexesq12/02/15 at 15:31Mat: No problem and I am so far, hope you are too. Your...
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0 - Severus Alexander as Caesar - AR DenariusSeverus Alexander as Caesar. Rome Mint.

obv: " M AUR ALEXANDER CAES "
Bare head right, draped.

rev: " PIETAS AUG " - Priestly Implements.
4 commentsrexesq12/02/15 at 01:58rexesq: I got lucky on this one, im very proud of it, than...
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0 - Severus Alexander as Caesar - AR DenariusSeverus Alexander as Caesar. Rome Mint.

obv: " M AUR ALEXANDER CAES "
Bare head right, draped.

rev: " PIETAS AUG " - Priestly Implements.
4 commentsrexesq11/28/15 at 23:04Mat: Those are scarce, nice catch
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VI - Gallienus Antoninianus - Trophy/Captives - GERMANICUS MAX V - #03Gallienus - GERMANICUS MAX V - AR/BI Antoninianus #03
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Roman Empire
Emperor Gallienus (253 - 268 AD)
Silver Antoninianus. Minted in AD 258 - 259 in Lyons.

obv: GALLIENUS P F AUG - Radiate, draped & cuirassed bust right. Seen from the front.
rev: GERMANICUS MAX V - Two German captives bound and seated at the foot of a trophy.

Weight: 4.30 grams, 21mm.
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*Commemorating Emperor Gallienus' Victory over the Germans.
2 commentsrexesq11/12/15 at 18:53rexesq: Thank you for the comment my friend, I think its t...
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VI - Gallienus Antoninianus - Trophy/Captives - GERMANICUS MAX V - #03Gallienus - GERMANICUS MAX V - AR/BI Antoninianus #03
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Roman Empire
Emperor Gallienus (253 - 268 AD)
Silver Antoninianus. Minted in AD 258 - 259 in Lyons.

obv: GALLIENUS P F AUG - Radiate, draped & cuirassed bust right. Seen from the front.
rev: GERMANICUS MAX V - Two German captives bound and seated at the foot of a trophy.

Weight: 4.30 grams, 21mm.
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*Commemorating Emperor Gallienus' Victory over the Germans.
2 commentsrexesq11/12/15 at 11:34Mat: Beautiful example of the type.
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T. Decius - Herennia Etruscilla AR Tetradrachm of Antioch, Syria - #02Ancient Roman Empire
Empress Herennia Etruscilla, Wife of Emperor Trajan Decius (249 - 251 AD), Mother of Herennius Etruscus
Tetradrachm struck at the mint of Antioch, Syria.

(titles in Greek)
obv: Bust of Empress Herennia Etruscilla facing right wearing tiara/diadem, seen from the front. Her bust resting on a crescent moon.

rev: Eagle standing, wings spread, head left, tail right. Holding wreath in beak, and standing on branch. 'S C' below, in exergue.

Weight: 10.71 grams - 27 mm diameter.
1 commentsrexesq10/22/15 at 15:37Mat: I recently added her too in tet. form, nice additi...
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03 - Caracalla AR Antoninianus - VENUS VICTRIX - Frontal bustCaracalla AR Antoninianus.

obv: ANTONINVS PIVS AVG GERM - Radiate bust right, draped and cuirassed, seen from front.
rev: VENVS VICTRIX - Venus standing holding victory and sceptre, shield by her side.

5.1 gr, 28mm
2 commentsrexesq09/01/15 at 15:10rexesq: Thanks, I just love the bust on this one. I haven&...
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02 - Antoninus Pius - Tetradrachm - Dikaiosyne Emperor Antoninus Pius (138 - 161 AD) - silver/billon Tetradrachm.
Alexandria, Egypt.

obv: Laureate bust right.

rev: Dikaiosyne seated left holding scales of justice and cornucopiae.

Weight: 13.4 grams.
1 commentsrexesq09/01/15 at 11:42Mat: This coin looks to be wildwinds worthy, nice!
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03 - Caracalla AR Antoninianus - VENUS VICTRIX - Frontal bustCaracalla AR Antoninianus.

obv: ANTONINVS PIVS AVG GERM - Radiate bust right, draped and cuirassed, seen from front.
rev: VENVS VICTRIX - Venus standing holding victory and sceptre, shield by her side.

5.1 gr, 28mm
2 commentsrexesq09/01/15 at 11:33Mat: Great portrait!
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Claudius - AE As - 42 - 43 AD Emperor Claudius (41 - 54 AD) AE As

obv: TI CLAUDIUS CAESAR AUG PM T RP IMP - Bare head left.

rev: CONSTANTIAE AUGUSTI S C - Constantia standing left leaning on sceptre, S C across fields.

12.11grams
1 commentsrexesq09/01/15 at 02:44Jay GT4: Nice!
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001 - Philip II - AR Tetradrachm, Antioch, Syria - Frontal bust, armored; RARE Bust.Ancient Roman Empire

Philip II ( 244 - 249 AD ). Silver Tetradrachm, from Antioch, Syria.

( titles in Greek )
obv: Laureate bust facing left, rare cuirassed/armored portrait, seen from the front.
rev: Eagle facing left, wreath in beak, standing above city name over " S C ", wings open.
11.3 Grams, 28mm
2 commentsrexesq08/06/15 at 21:51rexesq: Thanks Mat...i just wish it had the Medusa head on...
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001 - Philip II - AR Tetradrachm, Antioch, Syria - Frontal bust, armored; RARE Bust.Ancient Roman Empire

Philip II ( 244 - 249 AD ). Silver Tetradrachm, from Antioch, Syria.

( titles in Greek )
obv: Laureate bust facing left, rare cuirassed/armored portrait, seen from the front.
rev: Eagle facing left, wreath in beak, standing above city name over " S C ", wings open.
11.3 Grams, 28mm
2 commentsrexesq08/06/15 at 21:11Mat: Very nice, AJ
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Empress Faustina II - AE As - SALUTI AUGUSTAERoman Empire
Empress Faustina II ( 161 - 176 AD ) Wife of Emperor Marcus Aurelius.
Bronze As, Rome Mint. 10.5 Grams.

obverse: FAUSTINA AUGUSTA - Draped bust, right.

reverse: SALUTI AUGUSTAE -SC- - Salus seated left, feeding snake entwined around Altar.
4 commentsrexesq08/06/15 at 20:34rexesq: THank you guys, I just love the reverse and style,...
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Empress Faustina II - AE As - SALUTI AUGUSTAERoman Empire
Empress Faustina II ( 161 - 176 AD ) Wife of Emperor Marcus Aurelius.
Bronze As, Rome Mint. 10.5 Grams.

obverse: FAUSTINA AUGUSTA - Draped bust, right.

reverse: SALUTI AUGUSTAE -SC- - Salus seated left, feeding snake entwined around Altar.
4 commentsrexesq08/06/15 at 03:53Randygeki(h2): A beauty !
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Empress Faustina II - AE As - SALUTI AUGUSTAERoman Empire
Empress Faustina II ( 161 - 176 AD ) Wife of Emperor Marcus Aurelius.
Bronze As, Rome Mint. 10.5 Grams.

obverse: FAUSTINA AUGUSTA - Draped bust, right.

reverse: SALUTI AUGUSTAE -SC- - Salus seated left, feeding snake entwined around Altar.
4 commentsrexesq08/06/15 at 03:53Randygeki(h2): A beauty
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VI - Gallienus Antoninianus - Virtus Rev - Great frontal Bust!Roman Empire

Gallienus
Antoninianus

obverse: IMP CP LIC GALLIENUS AUG - Radiate bust right, cuirassed, seen from the front.

reverse: VIRTUS AUGG - Virtus standing.
1 commentsrexesq08/05/15 at 11:17Mat: Great portrait
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Empress Faustina II - AE As - SALUTI AUGUSTAERoman Empire
Empress Faustina II ( 161 - 176 AD ) Wife of Emperor Marcus Aurelius.
Bronze As, Rome Mint. 10.5 Grams.

obverse: FAUSTINA AUGUSTA - Draped bust, right.

reverse: SALUTI AUGUSTAE -SC- - Salus seated left, feeding snake entwined around Altar.
4 commentsrexesq08/05/15 at 11:16Mat: Wonderful bronze. I like its look
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Otacilia Severa AR Antoninianus - Pudicitia seated - Portrait 02Empress Marcia Otacilia Severa, Wife of Emperor Philip I
AR Antoninianus, Rome Mint - 244 - 249 AD.

obv: MARCIA OTACIL SEVERA AUG- Draped bust right, seated on crescent.
rev: PUDICITIA AUG - Pudicitia seated facing left, removing veil from face and holding sceptre.

4.8 Grams.
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*Note the detail in her braid in this photo.
Photograph slightly off-color.
2 commentsrexesq04/24/15 at 13:50rexesq: Very Happy
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07 - Hadrian Tetradrachm AD126/7 Roman Empire
Emperor Hadrian (117 - 138 AD)
AR/BI Tetradrachm of Alexandria, Egypt. Regnal Year 11 = AD126/7.

(titles in Greek)
obv: Laureate bust right, seen from behind.
rev: Eirene holding caduceus and grain ears.

Weight: 12.65 grams.
3 commentsrexesq04/24/15 at 12:21rexesq: Thank you both! I very much like the bust of the E...
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07 - Hadrian Tetradrachm AD126/7 Roman Empire
Emperor Hadrian (117 - 138 AD)
AR/BI Tetradrachm of Alexandria, Egypt. Regnal Year 11 = AD126/7.

(titles in Greek)
obv: Laureate bust right, seen from behind.
rev: Eirene holding caduceus and grain ears.

Weight: 12.65 grams.
3 commentsrexesq04/10/15 at 06:43okidoki: very nice Very Happy
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01 - Trajan Silver Denarius - AET AVG - Head of Sol and LunaRoman Empire, Emperor Trajan (98 - 117 A.D.)
Silver Denarius, Rome Mint. 3.2 Grams.
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obv: IMP TRAIANO AVG GER DAC P M TR P - Laureate bust right, drapery on far shoulder.
rev: COS V P P SPQR OPTIMO PRINC - Aeternitas standing facing, head left holding the head of Sol (the Sun god) in her right hand and the head of Luna (the Moon Goddess) in her left hand.
AET AVG - across fields on either side of Aeternitas.
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RIC 91, RSC 3
1 commentsrexesq10/27/14 at 09:50Pharsalos: Beautiful example of this type.
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Sweden - Silver 2 Kronor - 1939Sweden
Big Silver 2 Kronor, 1939 - G.
King Gustaf V. High Grade example.
1 commentsrexesq08/08/13 at 15:38Mat: Nice big silver
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1751 - Sweden - Silver 5 OreSweden 1751, Silver 5 Ore.1 commentsrexesq08/07/13 at 11:59Mat: Nice silver. I own no swedish silver.
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Sweden - 2 Ore - 1898Sweden. 1898 Bronze 2 Ore.
Obv/Rev pic.
1 commentsrexesq08/07/13 at 11:55Mat: Nice, I get the 1 ore by the dozens in world coin ...
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Sweden - 5 Ore - 1946Sweden - 1946

LARGE 5 Ore.
1 commentsrexesq08/07/13 at 11:55Mat: Cool addition!
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Ceylon 1870 - one Cent01


Ceylon 1870 - one Cent
Queen Victoria
Bronze.
4 commentsrexesq08/07/13 at 06:26rexesq: Thanks man, I just dig the unique portrait of Vict...
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0 - Hadrian Silver Tetradrachm-
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Ancient Roman Empire
Emperor Hadrian (117 - 138 AD)
Silver Tetradrachm, 118 AD.

(Titles in Greek)
obv: Laureate bust of Emperor Hadrian facing right, draped and cuirassed. Seen from the Front.
rev: Eagle, head left, body facing right, standing on thigh of sacrificial animal. Nothing in beak.

Weight: 14.1 Grams
Size: 28 mm x 27 mm

(Reference: Prieur 155a)
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3 commentsrexesq07/26/13 at 15:22Mat: Still love this coin
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Ceylon 1870 - one Cent01


Ceylon 1870 - one Cent
Queen Victoria
Bronze.
4 commentsrexesq07/26/13 at 11:58Mat: Mintage is 7,055,000 so its the most common year. ...
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Ceylon 1870 - one Cent01


Ceylon 1870 - one Cent
Queen Victoria
Bronze.
4 commentsrexesq07/26/13 at 02:56rexesq: Thanks man~ I really like it, and got it for a ste...
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Spain - 1904 - V - 2cSpain, Alphonso XIII - 1904 V - 2 c - Madrid Mint.
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ALSO IF ANYONE KNOWS WHAT MINT THE ' V ' is for, let me know please!
2 commentsrexesq07/26/13 at 02:49rexesq: Thank you!! I have that mintmark on several of my ...
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01 - Julian II - Silver Siliqua - Vows - 001 Roman Empire, 4th century AD Silver Siliqua.
Emperor Julian II (355 - 363 AD, sole reign from 361 - 363 AD)
Silver Siliqua, struck 361 - 363 AD, Constantinople Mint, Prima Officinae.

obverse: " DN JULIANUS P F AUG " - Diademed, draped and cuirassed bust right, seen from the front.

reverse: " VOTIS V MULTIS X " - within wreath, '' P CON '' in exergue (below), for Constantinople mint.

Size: 19 dia.
Weight: 1.9 Grams
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5 commentsrexesq07/03/13 at 16:42Siliquae: Mint of Arelate, RIC 295
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Ceylon 1870 - one Cent01


Ceylon 1870 - one Cent
Queen Victoria
Bronze.
4 commentsrexesq06/03/13 at 00:43Mat: Beautiful portrait
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Spain - 1904 - V - 2cSpain, Alphonso XIII - 1904 V - 2 c - Madrid Mint.
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ALSO IF ANYONE KNOWS WHAT MINT THE ' V ' is for, let me know please!
2 commentsrexesq04/05/13 at 14:36benito: The mint is Madrid. SM is for the assayers Arturo...
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03 - Gordian III Tetradrachm - Radiate Bust left, seen from the front. Ram between Eagle's Legs on rev - FLASHAncient Roman Empire
Silver Tetradrachm of Antioch, Syria.
Emperor Gordian III (238 - 244 AD)

*Rare Radiate, Frontal, Left facing Bust obverse w/ Eagle with Ram & crescent moon below reverse combination*

(titles in Greek)
obv: - Radiate bust LEFT, seen from the FRONT. Draped and Cuirassed.
rev: - Eagle, wings spread, head left, wreath in beak, ram leaping to left beneath crescent moon between the legs of Eagle.

Size: 27 - 28 mm
Weight: 12.3 Grams
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4 commentsrexesq01/02/13 at 04:37rexesq: Gracias amigo, Feliz nuevo ano!
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03 - Gordian III Tetradrachm - Radiate Bust left, seen from the front. Ram between Eagle's Legs on rev - FLASHAncient Roman Empire
Silver Tetradrachm of Antioch, Syria.
Emperor Gordian III (238 - 244 AD)

*Rare Radiate, Frontal, Left facing Bust obverse w/ Eagle with Ram & crescent moon below reverse combination*

(titles in Greek)
obv: - Radiate bust LEFT, seen from the FRONT. Draped and Cuirassed.
rev: - Eagle, wings spread, head left, wreath in beak, ram leaping to left beneath crescent moon between the legs of Eagle.

Size: 27 - 28 mm
Weight: 12.3 Grams
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4 commentsrexesq12/26/12 at 15:57Randygeki(h2): Nice one. Yeah, good to see u get a new one. A goo...
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03 - Gordian III Tetradrachm - Radiate Bust left, seen from the front. Ram between Eagle's Legs on rev - FLASHAncient Roman Empire
Silver Tetradrachm of Antioch, Syria.
Emperor Gordian III (238 - 244 AD)

*Rare Radiate, Frontal, Left facing Bust obverse w/ Eagle with Ram & crescent moon below reverse combination*

(titles in Greek)
obv: - Radiate bust LEFT, seen from the FRONT. Draped and Cuirassed.
rev: - Eagle, wings spread, head left, wreath in beak, ram leaping to left beneath crescent moon between the legs of Eagle.

Size: 27 - 28 mm
Weight: 12.3 Grams
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*Photo with CAMERA FLASH*
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4 commentsrexesq12/25/12 at 16:13rexesq: Thanks alot man, Merry Christmas! I have seen this...
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03 - Gordian III Tetradrachm - Radiate Bust left, seen from the front. Ram between Eagle's Legs on rev - FLASHAncient Roman Empire
Silver Tetradrachm of Antioch, Syria.
Emperor Gordian III (238 - 244 AD)

*Rare Radiate, Frontal, Left facing Bust obverse w/ Eagle with Ram & crescent moon below reverse combination*

(titles in Greek)
obv: - Radiate bust LEFT, seen from the FRONT. Draped and Cuirassed.
rev: - Eagle, wings spread, head left, wreath in beak, ram leaping to left beneath crescent moon between the legs of Eagle.

Size: 27 - 28 mm
Weight: 12.3 Grams
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*Photo with CAMERA FLASH*
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4 commentsrexesq12/25/12 at 13:19Mat: Nice to see you get a new coin. Nice bust on this
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01 - Julian II - Silver Siliqua - VowsRoman Empire
Emperor Julian II (355 - 363 AD, sole reign from 361 - 363 AD)
Silver Siliqua, Constantinople Mint, struck 361 - 363 AD.

obv: DN JULIANUS P F AUG - Diademed, draped and cuirassed bust right, seen from the front.
rev: VOTIS V MULTIS X within wreath, 'P CON' in exergue.

Size: 19 mm
Weight: 1.9 Grams
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4 commentsrexesq12/25/12 at 03:27rexesq: Thanks alot friend! I just looked it up and found ...
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01 - Julian II - Silver Siliqua - VowsRoman Empire
Emperor Julian II (355 - 363 AD, sole reign from 361 - 363 AD)
Silver Siliqua, Constantinople Mint, struck 361 - 363 AD.

obv: DN JULIANUS P F AUG - Diademed, draped and cuirassed bust right, seen from the front.
rev: VOTIS V MULTIS X within wreath, 'P CON' in exergue.

Size: 19 mm
Weight: 1.9 Grams
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4 commentsrexesq12/23/12 at 12:09Siliquae: RSC161 - RIC 295 (S)
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VII - Valerian Antoninianus - RESTITVT GENER HVMANI - Restorer of the Human RaceRoman Empire
Emperor Valerian I (253 - 260 AD)
AR Antoninianus - Milan or Lyons Min

obv: IMP C P LIC VALERIANUS AUG - Radiate bust right, draped and cuirassed. Seen from the front.
rev: RESTITUT GENER HUMANI - (Restorer of the Human Race) - Valerian, radiate, walking right, holding globe and raising right hand.

4.20 Grams
5 commentsrexesq10/21/12 at 03:43rexesq: High praise from such a collector as Potator II!! ...
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VII - Valerian Antoninianus - RESTITVT GENER HVMANI - Restorer of the Human RaceRoman Empire
Emperor Valerian I (253 - 260 AD)
AR Antoninianus - Milan or Lyons Min

obv: IMP C P LIC VALERIANUS AUG - Radiate bust right, draped and cuirassed. Seen from the front.
rev: RESTITUT GENER HUMANI - (Restorer of the Human Race) - Valerian, radiate, walking right, holding globe and raising right hand.

4.20 Grams
5 commentsrexesq10/19/12 at 09:14Potator II: most interesting type !
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0 - Hadrian Silver Tetradrachm-
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Ancient Roman Empire
Emperor Hadrian (117 - 138 AD)
Silver Tetradrachm, 118 AD.

(Titles in Greek)
obv: Laureate bust of Emperor Hadrian facing right, draped and cuirassed. Seen from the Front.
rev: Eagle, head left, body facing right, standing on thigh of sacrificial animal. Nothing in beak.

Weight: 14.1 Grams
Size: 28 mm x 27 mm

(Reference: Prieur 155a)
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3 commentsrexesq10/19/12 at 00:04rexesq: Muchas Gracias.... Thank you, I like it much mysel...
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VII - Valerian Antoninianus - RESTITVT GENER HVMANI - Restorer of the Human RaceRoman Empire
Emperor Valerian I (253 - 260 AD)
AR Antoninianus - Milan or Lyons Min

obv: IMP C P LIC VALERIANUS AUG - Radiate bust right, draped and cuirassed. Seen from the front.
rev: RESTITUT GENER HUMANI - (Restorer of the Human Race) - Valerian, radiate, walking right, holding globe and raising right hand.

4.20 Grams
5 commentsrexesq10/19/12 at 00:01rexesq: Thanks, it is a type I love and want a much nicer ...
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VI - Salonina, Wife of Gallienus - AR Antoninianus *This photo is the two Upside Down photos of this coin, the one of the obverse one of the reverse shots, I took them and flipped then over and conjoined the two photos.... the detail looks quite nice especially on the reverse and on her hair in the portrait IMO. The peacock looks well detailed and in great shape as well, I do love this coin, it is my favorite one of the Empress Salonina that is in my collection.
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Ancient Roman Empire
Empress Julia Cornelia Salonina, Wife of Roman Emperor Gallienus (253 - 268 A.D.)
Silver Antoninianus -

obv: SALONINA AUG - Diademed and draped bust right, seated on a crescent.
rev: JUNO REGINA - Juno standing facing left holding a patera and sceptre. Peacock to left, star in left field.

Size: 23 mm
Weight: 4.1 Grams
7 commentsrexesq10/18/12 at 23:58rexesq: My favorite Salonina in my collection : )
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V - Gordian III AR Antoninianus - Victoria AD 238 Gordian III AD 238-244 AR Antoninianus

obv: IMP CAES M ANT GORDIANVS AVG - Radiate bust right, draped and cuirassed.
rev: VICTORIA AVG - Victory advancing left, holding wreath and palm.

5.49 grams, 24.5mm.
6 commentsrexesq10/18/12 at 23:56rexesq: Thanks for the comment, certainly is an interesti...
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Elagabalus AR Antoninianus - VICTOR ANTONINI AVG - #1Roman Empire
Emperor Varius 'Elagabalus' Antoninus (218 - 222 AD)
Silver Antoninianus, Rome Mint.

obv: IMP CAES M AUR ANTONINUS AUG - Radiate bust right, draped and cuirassed. Seen from behind.
rev: VICTOR ANTONINI AUG - Victory advancing right, holding wreath.

Weight: 4.7 grams.
2 commentsrexesq10/18/12 at 23:54rexesq: Thank you very much!! I do really like this portra...
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Elagabalus AR Antoninianus - VICTOR ANTONINI AVG - #1Roman Empire
Emperor Varius 'Elagabalus' Antoninus (218 - 222 AD)
Silver Antoninianus, Rome Mint.

obv: IMP CAES M AUR ANTONINUS AUG - Radiate bust right, draped and cuirassed. Seen from behind.
rev: VICTOR ANTONINI AUG - Victory advancing right, holding wreath.

Weight: 4.7 grams.
2 commentsrexesq10/06/12 at 11:39neander: An excellent high artistic obverse! Exclamation
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V - Gordian III AR Antoninianus - Victoria AD 238 Gordian III AD 238-244 AR Antoninianus

obv: IMP CAES M ANT GORDIANVS AVG - Radiate bust right, draped and cuirassed.
rev: VICTORIA AVG - Victory advancing left, holding wreath and palm.

5.49 grams, 24.5mm.
6 commentsrexesq10/06/12 at 11:38neander: Portrate with Balbinus features exactly! Exclamation
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VI - Salonina, Wife of Gallienus - AR Antoninianus *This photo is the two Upside Down photos of this coin, the one of the obverse one of the reverse shots, I took them and flipped then over and conjoined the two photos.... the detail looks quite nice especially on the reverse and on her hair in the portrait IMO. The peacock looks well detailed and in great shape as well, I do love this coin, it is my favorite one of the Empress Salonina that is in my collection.
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Ancient Roman Empire
Empress Julia Cornelia Salonina, Wife of Roman Emperor Gallienus (253 - 268 A.D.)
Silver Antoninianus -

obv: SALONINA AUG - Diademed and draped bust right, seated on a crescent.
rev: JUNO REGINA - Juno standing facing left holding a patera and sceptre. Peacock to left, star in left field.

Size: 23 mm
Weight: 4.1 Grams
7 commentsrexesq10/06/12 at 11:32neander: An excellent! Exclamation
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VII - Valerian Antoninianus - RESTITVT GENER HVMANI - Restorer of the Human RaceRoman Empire
Emperor Valerian I (253 - 260 AD)
AR Antoninianus - Milan or Lyons Min

obv: IMP C P LIC VALERIANUS AUG - Radiate bust right, draped and cuirassed. Seen from the front.
rev: RESTITUT GENER HUMANI - (Restorer of the Human Race) - Valerian, radiate, walking right, holding globe and raising right hand.

4.20 Grams
5 commentsrexesq10/06/12 at 11:30neander: Very interesting type! Exclamation
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0 - Hadrian Silver Tetradrachm-
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Emperor Hadrian (117 - 138 AD)
Silver Tetradrachm, 118 AD.

(Titles in Greek)
obv: Laureate bust of Emperor Hadrian facing right, draped and cuirassed. Seen from the Front.
rev: Eagle, head left, body facing right, standing on thigh of sacrificial animal. Nothing in beak.

Weight: 14.1 Grams
Size: 28 mm x 27 mm

(Reference: Prieur 155a)
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3 commentsrexesq09/26/12 at 21:27SPQR Coins: Very nice!
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Gallienus AR Antoninianus

obv: GALLIENVS . P . F . AVG - Radiate cuirassed bust right. Seen from the front.
rev: VICT GERMANICA - Victory advancing left, carrying wreath & trophy, treading on bound captive seated at foot left.

Size: 26 mm / 27 mm - Very Large diameter, wide, thin flan.
Weight: 3 Grams
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2 commentsrexesq09/26/12 at 18:18rexesq: Thanks, I really like it too. I also love how Vict...
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Nero Tetradrachm - Regnal Year: 3 - Agathodemon with Opium Poppy pods and Grain - 01Roman Empire
Emperor Nero Caesar (54 - 68 AD)
AR/BI Tetradrachm of Alexandria, Egypt.
Regnal Year: 3 = ( 56/57 AD )

(titles in Greek)
obv: Laureate head right
rev: Agathodaemon serpent rearing up, with two Opium Poppy Pods, and two Grain Ears. Date in right field. Regnal Year: 3

Size: 28mm
Weight: 12.4 Grams
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The Agathodaemon was a good spirit/demon that was worshipped by the ancient Egyptians.
He had the shape of a serpent with a human head.
The Greek inscription on the reverse of this coin shows that this is the "neo" or "new" agathodaemon serpent, or, in other words, the new good spirit (of rule by Nero).
6 commentsrexesq09/20/12 at 02:26rexesq: Crowned with the crowns of upper and lower Egypt, ...
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09 - Hadrian Tetradrachm - Helios / Sol
Ancient Roman Empire
Emperor Hadrian (117 - 138 AD)
Silver Tetradrachm of Alexandria, Egypt. Struck 129 - 131 AD.

(titles in Greek)
obv: Laureate bust right, draped and cuirassed
rev: Radiate bust of Helios right, chlamys buckled over shoulder.
Regnal Year: Year 14 (129 - 131 AD) across fields.
1 commentsrexesq09/19/12 at 23:56Mat: Looks like you got this for a steal, nice.
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Seleucid Dynasty - King Philip I Philadelphos (95 - 83 B.C.) - Silver Tetradrachm #02---
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Seleucid King Philip Philadelphos (95 - 83 B.C.)
Silver Tetradrachm, 93 - 83 BC

obv: Diademed head of Philip Philadelphos facing right.
rev: (Titles in Greek) - Zeus seated facing left, holding sceptre and Nike, who is placing a laureate crown upon his head.
Monograms below, Greek titles on either side.

Weight: 15.0 Grams
Size: 27 mm
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2 commentsrexesq09/19/12 at 22:57rexesq: Thank you! I have very few 'Greek' coins.....
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Gallienus AR Antoninianus

obv: GALLIENVS . P . F . AVG - Radiate cuirassed bust right. Seen from the front.
rev: VICT GERMANICA - Victory advancing left, carrying wreath & trophy, treading on bound captive seated at foot left.

Size: 26 mm / 27 mm - Very Large diameter, wide, thin flan.
Weight: 3 Grams
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2 commentsrexesq09/19/12 at 14:48Mat: Nice details on the portrait
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Seleucid King Philip Philadelphos (95 - 83 B.C.)
Silver Tetradrachm, 93 - 83 BC

obv: Diademed head of Philip Philadelphos facing right.
rev: (Titles in Greek) - Zeus seated facing left, holding sceptre and Nike, who is placing a laureate crown upon his head.
Monograms below, Greek titles on either side.

Weight: 15.0 Grams
Size: 27 mm
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2 commentsrexesq09/14/12 at 11:09Antonivs Protti: nice tetra
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VI - Gallienus Antoninianus - Trophy/Captives - GERMANICUS MAX V - #02Roman Empire
Emperor Gallienus (253 - 268 AD)
Silver Antoninianus. Minted in AD 258 - 259 in Lugdunum (Lyons, France).

obv: GALLIENUS . P . F . AVG - Radiate, cuirassed bust facing right. Seen from the front.
rev: GERMANICUS MAX V - Two German captives bound and seated at the foot of a trophy.

Weight: 3.5 + Grams
Size: 26 mm+ x 22 mm
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*Notes: AMAZING bust!! note the detail at the center of the breastplate, there appears to be a dot decoration there, also notice the 'dots' between, before and after the '. P . F .' in his title on the obverse(front). Just an amazing obverse with a fantastic bust! The reverse, leaves a little something to be desired, but the obverse more than makes up for it. Sadly it doesnt weigh 5.1 grams like my other Gallienus AR Ant of the same reverse.... but it does weigh near to 4 Grams, which is still good weight for a coin of the period.... also good size.
5 commentsrexesq09/05/12 at 14:09rexesq: It sure is!! Thanks for the comments. I have seen ...
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Severus Alexander - Emperor Standing, holding Globe & Spear - AE AsAncient Roman Empire
Emperor Severus Alexander (222 - 235 AD)
Bronze As, Struck at the Rome Mint.

obv: IMP SEV ALEXANDER AUG - Laureate head right, slight drapery on far shoulder.
rev: PM TR P COS VIIII COS III PP - Emperor standing left in Military Uniform with one foot on helmet, holding globe and spear.
'S C' to either side of Emperor.

9.4 Grams
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4 commentsrexesq08/30/12 at 08:27Randygeki(h2): Yup, looks like its an AS. Nice grab!
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Severus Alexander - Emperor Standing, holding Globe & Spear - AE AsAncient Roman Empire
Emperor Severus Alexander (222 - 235 AD)
Bronze As, Struck at the Rome Mint.

obv: IMP SEV ALEXANDER AUG - Laureate head right, slight drapery on far shoulder.
rev: PM TR P COS VIIII COS III PP - Emperor standing left in Military Uniform with one foot on helmet, holding globe and spear.
'S C' to either side of Emperor.

9.4 Grams
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4 commentsrexesq08/29/12 at 13:52rexesq: Thanks everyone! Yeah, you are correct, I don'...
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