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The Members' Gallery => Topic started by: Nemonater on December 15, 2012, 03:49:39 pm
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Just started a gallery last month and it's a work in progress. https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/thumbnails.php?album=4500
I just added a nasty looking Caracalla. [BROKEN LINK REMOVED BY ADMIN]
Any comments, suggestions are appreciated.
Nemonater
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Just rephotographed my Galba denarius.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-91050
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Added some PONTIF MAXIM den of Tiberius, 5 of the 6 groups, based on what Baptiste Giard believes is the evolution of style and aging over Tiberius 22 year reign.
Group 1 https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-91442
Group 2 https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-91445
Group 3 I'm looking for one >:(
Group 4 https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-91444
Group 5 https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-91443
Group 6 https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-90200
I was motivated to do this after reading https://www.forumancientcoins.com/numiswiki/view.asp?key=tribute%20penny
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Added an extremely light weight Severus Alexander. But it seems there are even lighter ones out there!
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-91591
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Added a hornless bust denarius of Elagabalus. From what I can find, it seems like the horned vs hornless busts are about 5 to 1 or so for this type.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-91992
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Nice coin for type
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Added a Rome mint Titus/Judaea Capta denarius.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-92761
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Added a worn but nice Titus as Caesar/Judaea Capta Sestertius.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-93665
What do you think?
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Nemo, nice find!
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Just started a Judean gallery, I began with the Hasmonean Dynasty and related coins. Hope you enjoy it! Any comments, corrections, etc. are always welcome.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/thumbnails.php?album=4700
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Nice gallery, I look forward to seeing your new acquisitions!
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Thanks Aarmale,
Your contributions to this forum have spurred my interest and enjoyment of Judean coins. I'm just one of so many who appreciate your hard work.
Nemo
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Just added a Herod I (the Great). 40-4 BCE. Æ 8 Prutot.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-94624
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Just added a higher quality lead prutah of Jannaeus than is commonly seen.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-94871
Hope you enjoy it!
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A fantastic acquisition! Very nice!
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Just added a recently delivered Clodius Albinus as augustus denarius. A rarer issue it seems, can't find many examples online.
High relief portrait that I hope others enjoy as well.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-95625
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Nemo,
Nice collection and pics. Look forward to more.
Doug Hill
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Nemo,
Nice collection and pics. Look forward to more.
Doug Hill
Thanks Doug. I've enjoyed your gallery as well.
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I'm very happy to have just added a piece of Hacksilber, 8-6 centuries BCE from Israel.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-96324
The usual Hebrew term translated as “money,” keseph, literally means “silver.” (Ge 17:12) There was no coined money in Israel during the First Temple Period (1006-586 BCE).
Instead, pieces of precious metals were used, weighed out at the time a transaction was made.
Jer 32:10 "Then I wrote in a deed and affixed the seal and took witnesses as I went weighing the money in the scales."
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Just added a denarius of Nero, IVPPITER CVSTOS reverse.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-96633
Now I just need to find someone who is tired of owning a denarius of Caligula to complete the 12 Caesars!
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Just added Judah Aristobulus I (Yehudah) Hendin 1142
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-97872
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https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-98231
Just added the first coin to my Roman Provincial gallery. The only of it's type I've ever seen on the market.
As always, comments are enjoyed and appreciated.
Nemo
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A nice dynastic type! The frontal rather than profile head of Titus in the reverse type is a neat detail, as Jay remarks in your gallery.
RPC 1649 lists two with the abbreviation ET: Berlin ex Imhoof, published by him in Swiss Num. Review 1898; and Seaby's Bulletin, Sept. 1982, D 75.
Maybe that second example is identical with yours, if Bruce Brace purchased it from Seaby's? I can't easily check for a possible illustration, since our run of bound Bulletins ends with 1972.
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RPC 1649 lists two with the abbreviation ET: Berlin ex Imhoof, published by him in Swiss Num. Review 1898; and Seaby's Bulletin, Sept. 1982, D 75.
Maybe that second example is identical with yours, if Bruce Brace purchased it from Seaby's? I can't easily check for a possible illustration, since our run of bound Bulletins ends with 1972.
Thanks for the input Curtis. It would be exciting to out if in fact it was from Seaby's. I suppose it would be quite difficult to find that bulletin.
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What a prize coin! Certainly one of the more interesting provincial silver pieces I've seen. Nice to see it posted again.
Congrats!!
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Thanks David, it's one of my favorites.
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Hi,
I have a more or less complete run of Seaby Coin & Medal Bulletin from 1944 through to its eventual demise. Below is an image of the Seaby coin from 1982, described as "scarce, good VF". It proves categorically that your coin is not the Seaby specimen.
Regards,
Mauseus
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Thanks for the scan Mauseus. So at least three examples with ETOYC abbreviated as ET.
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Added a daric from the time of Darius I - Xerxes II
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-98530
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I've added a Caracalla denarius from Forvm to replace the fake I had purchased off !$&!bay. It just arrived today, toning is much nicer in hand.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-99622
I don't know why I chose this one, but I really like it!
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I don't know why I chose this one, but I really like it!
You chose it be because it speaks to you in a personal way, as you coin choices should. Nice choice and I'm sure much better than your prior fake! Congrats.
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Thanks Carthago. I've been on the lookout for a replacement for some time and I kept coming back to this one. Here's a picture of him with his family and friends.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-99720
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A second coin for my Greek Gallery! I've always loved this reverse type, finally pulled the trigger on one! As always, I enjoy hearing your comments.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-100678
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Hi Nemonater I reallylike your collection ;)
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Best regards
Q.
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Hi Nemonater I really like your collection ;)
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Best regards
Q.
Thanks Q, glad to hear it. Your collection is outstanding.
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I am very happy to have added a Domitian Ae 25mm, Sebaste, Samaria with a clear LXF countermark to my gallery. The host coin itself is in excellent condition considering the countermarked coins are usually quite worn. Enjoy!
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-101094
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I believe this may be the second published example of the type.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-101802
As always, any corrections/comments are welcome!
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I believe this may be the second published example of the type.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-101802
As always, any corrections/comments are welcome!
A nice coin with this rare variant of the obverse legend!
See my comment in your Gallery entry.
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Thanks for all the extra research Curtis, I really appreciate it. The example I found was ex CNG coin shop, item 733620.
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Just added an interesting and more seldom seen Titus "Judaea Capta" type Sestertius. This coin my very well commemorate an unsuccessful ambush by the Jewish rebels.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-102422
As always, I love to hear any input.
Nemo
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I believe this may be the second published example of the type.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-101802
As always, any corrections/comments are welcome!
I missed this post before!
Actually I have another spec of this same coin: similar patina but different dies, I believe.
I will add it soon to my gallery.
Kind regards
Alberto
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Just added an interesting and more seldom seen Titus "Judaea Capta" type Sestertius. This coin my very well commemorate an unsuccessful ambush by the Jewish rebels.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-102422
As always, I love to hear any input.
Nemo
Very intriguing sestertius.
Isn't it a little bit enhanced, though? Sorry if I'm wrong.
Kind regards
Alberto
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I believe this may be the second published example of the type.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-101802
As always, any corrections/comments are welcome!
I missed this post before!
Actually I have another spec of this same coin: similar patina but different dies, I believe.
I will add it soon to my gallery.
Kind regards
Alberto
Here are the two coins: the reverse die is certainly different, while the obverse die may be the same.
Kind regards
Alberto
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Very intriguing sestertius.
Isn't it a little bit enhanced, though? Sorry if I'm wrong.
Kind regards
Alberto
It does seem like some obverse smoothing but I don't believe any tooling. This coin is Ex Harry N. Sneh Collection and there was no mention of any work done on the coin, not that means anything.
I appreciate any observations in connection with possible (or definite) manipulation of any of the coins in my galley.
Thanks,
Nemo
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Here are the two coins: the reverse die is certainly different, while the obverse die may be the same.
Kind regards
Alberto
If you want your coin to go from unique to common, post it on Forvm! ;D
Great Coin! Your Titus looks mad and mine looks quite cheerful!
I'm torn about the obverse match. I'll have more time after the weekend to try and figure it out. Does anyone else have an opinion?
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I just added another Titus "Capta" Sestertius. It's a type I've been looking for for quite a while. The reverse legend is more legible in hand.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-102607
PS. Even after spending time on it, I still can't decide if Alberto's VICTORIA AVGVST is an obverse match although I'm leaning toward them not matching. Anyone with a better eye have an opinion? It seems to me the legend wraps further around the portrait than on my example.
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Nice one, Nemonater!
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Even after spending time on it, I still can't decide if Alberto's VICTORIA AVGVST is an obverse match although I'm leaning toward them not matching. Anyone with a better eye have an opinion? It seems to me the legend wraps further around the portrait than on my example.
I think it's the same obv. die: lots of similarities, no decisive differences.
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I just added another Titus "Capta" Sestertius. It's a type I've been looking for for quite a while. The reverse legend is more legible in hand.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-102607
PS. Even after spending time on it, I still can't decide if Alberto's VICTORIA AVGVST is an obverse match although I'm leaning toward them not matching. Anyone with a better eye have an opinion? It seems to me the legend wraps further around the portrait than on my example.
Another fantastic coin!
Keep 'em coming.
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Thanks Dave and Aarmale, glad you liked them.
Curtis, your opinion and input is appreciated. I tried overlaying them in photoshop to see if they matched but I think I was making it to complicated. Very cool to find a match to a rare variant.
Nemo
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Took a break from the Capta types to add something a little different. Pescennius Niger with Fides.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-102948
Enjoy!
Nemo
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Taking a break from my break and I'm back to the Capta, or more specifically, Devicta, type! This time it's a coin that came to me as a gift, quite the huge surprise as a matter of fact. This is a thrill for me as I think it is of fine style and, in hand, the breaks through the plating do not distract from its appeal.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-103021
Any and all comments are always welcome.
Nemo
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Just added a "Vespasian in quadriga" denarius. Although the reverse is a bit off center, I found the portrait unusually nice. I get more of an Ephesian feeling from it than Antioch.
I always enjoy the feedback!
Nemo
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-103516
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Just added a Shekel of Tyre.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-103672
Enjoy!
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Staying with the Shekel theme:
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-103765
I enjoy this shekel, minted 67/68 CE, because these were a couple of the most exciting years in the Roman Empire (IMHO).
Nemo
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Just added a dynastic denarius of Vespasian.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-104749
I was drawn to the sinister looking reverse!
Nemo
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Nice addition congrats
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Q.
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I hate being the bearer of bad news, but your new acquisition is a cast forgery.
This cast used to be in the fake reports but after the recent attack I'm not sure if it sill is.
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I hate being the bearer of bad news, but your new acquisition is a cast forgery.
This cast used to be in the fake reports but after the recent attack I'm not sure if it sill is.
David,
I certainly appreciate you informing me of the the bad news. I was correct that there was something sinister about this coin! I did indeed find another example in the fake reports.
Back to hunting down another example I suppose!
Thanks again,
Nemo
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Ah man, that sucks. Sorry to hear. Can you get a refund? At least this is a great picture for the fake reports.
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Ah man, that sucks. Sorry to hear. Can you get a refund? At least this is a great picture for the fake reports.
Thanks Jay, I sent an email this morning, haven't heard back yet but I'm quite sure I'll get a refund. Of course, till the money is back in my pocket..... If highlighting this fake helps someone else from making the same mistake it'll be worth the trouble.
Nemo
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Well, I was told if I wasn't happy with the coin I could return it. How could I be happy with a fake?? At least I'll get a refund.
Rather than stay down, I added a worn Titus / Dolphin around anchor denarius. And this one better be real!
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-104772
Nemo
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Still on the rebound, I've added an absolutely beautiful Siglos to my Persian gallery. It's up to two coins now!! What do you think?
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-104838
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Fantastic piece!
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Thanks Jay. I should have mentioned its ex Forum. I don't know how long it had been listed for but I bought it within minutes of finding it.
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Added a darkly toned Augustus Denarius. This one is a bit less common.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-104882
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I found this discussion so interesting and compelling (https://www.forumancientcoins.com/board/index.php?topic=88757.0) I was determined to eventually acquire one of these for myself.
It was fun to revisit the thread after receiving this in the mail.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-105139
Nemo
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Very happy to add one of the earliest examples of a coin type with an inscription to my collection. Difficult for me to photograph, much nicer in hand.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-105966
Enjoy,
Nemo
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A nicely detailed denarius of a man and his dad.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-106324
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A very lovely addition , indeed.
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Hi Nemo Congrats +++
Very nice coin ..
Your Emperor's gallery are nicely increasing.. ;) +++ :)
Best regards
Q.
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Thanks guys! I'm closing in on one of my collecting goals of at least one example of each emperor from Augustus to Severus Alexander, along with the occasional usurper or two.
Nemo
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Thanks guys! I'm closing in on one of my collecting goals of at least one example of each emperor from Augustus to Severus Alexander, along with the occasional usurper or two.
Nemo
:) Way to go.
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Just added a nice, worn Vespasianus Sestertius.
I picked this up as a coin I can carry and to show friends without panicking about it being scratched or dropped. Interestingly enough, most people find a coin in this condition more believably ancient than one in GVF. A 2000 year old coin has to be worn almost smooth, doesn't it???
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-106403
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Added a nice Jewish War bronze 1/8 shekel. One the earliest examples of "siege money." When I hold this coin, I can't help but reflect on the horrors the inhabitants of Jerusalem were experiencing at the time.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-106590
Nemo
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Amazing piece of art.
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Hi Nemo,
When knowing the era and background of coins, one can't help imagining the daily life of the inhabitants.
Nice coin +++
Arados
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Great addition. A truly historical piece.
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Thanks for the kind comments!
I'm eagerly awaiting a two more Judaea related pieces, probably a couple weeks away. One is very hard to find in solid silver but I was finally able to locate one that didn't destroy my budget. The other, a very worn bronze, but extremely rare in any condition.
Nemonater
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I imagine the silver will be a DEVICTA; no guess regarding the bronze, however!
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I imagine the silver will be a DEVICTA; no guess regarding the bronze, however!
Your assumption on the silver is correct sir!
As far as the bronze is concerned, rare and worn for a Judean coin is a description that encompasses quite a variety, as many of the rare types are often heavily corroded.
To narrow it down, it was minted in Caesarea Paneas by a Jewish client king. Although he died long before the rebellion in 66, according to Schwartz, "The hopes which were raised by his enthronement, and which refused to die with him, contributed to the faith which led to the great rebellion of 66-73 CE, and to catastrophe."
The obverse is the reigning Emperor and the reverse honors his deceased father in triumphal quadriga.
Guesses anyone?
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Agrippa I under Caligula?
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Agrippa I under Caligula?
Correct! Hendin 1240 to be exact. I'll have them photographed and posted as soon as I get them. Hopefully a little better than the dealer photos, but we'll see.
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As I wait for my new pieces to clear customs, I'm trying to get some more of my coins in my gallery. Here is a J C denarius I've had for a while. I really like the abs on the male captive, perhaps I should focus more on this coin rather than my second bowl of ice cream.....
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-106678
As always, any comments, corrections etc, are always appreciated.
Enjoy,
Nemo
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Just added a Sulla Torquatus denarius to my RR gallery. Although not at all in my collecting focus, I found Roma so attractive I had to own this coin.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-106899
Enjoy!
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I just doubled the size of my Republic gallery by adding one coin! A Q. Sicinius denarius.
I do wonder why most of these issues are so well preserved (hoarded, why?) and why do the vast majority have beautiful iridescent toning?
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-106919
And one for my Greek gallery. Attica, Athens, 449-413 BC, silver tetradrachm.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-106932
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Added a nice but worn early denarius of Vespasian with the typical Vitelliesque features.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-107040
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Nice coin, congrats!
I've recently won another Vitellius like Vespasian denarius, I will add it to my gallery as soon as I will receive it.
Kind regards
Alberto
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Thanks. I look forward to seeing your new acquisition as well, I really enjoy these transitional portraits.
Nemo
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I finally received my Agrippa I, Hendin 1240 this week. Most coins of Agrippa I were evidently of a poor quality alloy, very susceptible to corrosion. Mine is no exception so you're going to have to use a bit of imagination but, do to it's rarity, I'm thrilled to have it in my collection.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-107414
As always, any input is appreciated,
Nemo
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I just received my Nero / Statilina Messalina Æ27 as with Galba countermark.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-107639
In wildwinds it is listed as RPC 2061cf. I'm sure this is a stupid question but could someone tell me what the cf refers to?
Enjoy!
Nemo
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RPC 2061 has head of Nero right.
Pekka K
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RPC 2061 has head of Nero right.
Pekka K
Thanks Pekka,
Perhaps I need to start buying more books and fewer coins (and sleeping rather than posting coins). Obverse die RPC 2057 NERWN KLAUDIOS KAISAR SEBASTOS GE radiate head left with reverse die RPC 2061.
A unique coin?
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Two new Flavians just arrived. Both quite nice IMHO, the Vespasian has quite a powerful portrait.
Father:
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-108284
And Son:
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-108283
Comments are always welcome, enjoy!
Nemo
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Just received a very rare Valerius Gratus Hybrid.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-109096
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I have just added a denarius from Antioch commemorating Vespasian's triumph after defeating Judaea. I too will likely suffer defeat in trying to explain to my wife how this new addition is NOT a triplicate.
Even if the other two must go, I couldn't resist it.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-109160
Although they share the same attribution, she's got to clearly see all three are different dies!!!
Hope you enjoy them as much as I do,
Nemo
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I was able to bring the brothers back together. I am very happy with this Caesarea didrachm of Vespasian to go along with my didrachm with Titus.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-109856
A scarce coin but, with Vespasian as Gorbachev, this might be priceless rarity.
Enjoy,
Nemo
PS. I know coins showing a figure togate with a branch are not uncommon. What message is being sent here?
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Beautiful coin.
RPC Supplement 3 has a new variant with CEBAC.
You should send a picture of your coin to Prof. Michel Amandry, to be included in the next Supplement.
Kind regards
Alberto
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Thanks Alberto,
Do you have an email contact for him?
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Huhh nice Vespasian/Gorbachev variation.. ;D
any way good coin.. +++
Regards
Q.
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Thanks Alberto,
Do you have an email contact for him?
PM sent
Alberto
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Just photographed a new addition. Quite a piece of history with one of the most infamous men of the 1st century.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-111036
Also, for those who don't frequent the COTD thread, here is a rare, early type of Elagabalus that I added a couple of weeks ago.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-110755
Enjoy,
Nemo
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Here is a denarius I've wanted to add for a long time. A rare type with Titus and Domitian but in rough shape. I believe (hope) my attribution is correct.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-111625
Nemo
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Here is a denarius I've wanted to add for a long time. A rare type with Titus and Domitian but in rough shape. I believe (hope) my attribution is correct.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-111625
Nemo
Hi
Congratulation this interesting and nice and rare coin... +++
Q.
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Hi
Congratulation this interesting and nice and rare coin... +++
Q.
Thanks Q! I'll keep my eyes open for a clearer example but I'm happy with it for sure.
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I've wanted this type for a long time, possibly the last coin issued by Gratus. Hard to find with the legends. I posted this over in Biblical coins as well.
Hope you enjoy it.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-112376
Enjoy!
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I just doubled the size of my antiquities gallery with this diploma fragment. As my collecting habits lean toward the "shoot first and ask questions later", I would appreciate any input or researching leads.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-112619
I did find http://www.romancoins.info/MilitaryDiploma.html which has some excellent information on these pieces. So far I haven't found anything to identify where or when my fragment is from.
Thanks in advance,
Nemo
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For those who don't frequent the "Metal Antiquities" threads, the observation that the writing on the two sides of the diploma is not offset 90 degrees makes this either quite rare or a forgery. I'll be emailing the seller to get their input.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/board/index.php?topic=97762.0
Any educated opinions are greatly appreciated and might be best kept on the "Metal Antiquities" thread for continuity.
Thanks,
Nemo
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For those who don't frequent the "Metal Antiquities" threads, the observation that the writing on the two sides of the diploma is not offset 90 degrees makes this either quite rare or a forgery. I'll be emailing the seller to get their input.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/board/index.php?topic=97762.0
Any educated opinions are greatly appreciated and might be best kept on the "Metal Antiquities" thread for continuity.
Thanks,
Nemo
I don't have any expertise in determining authenticity of the piece but hope it turns out for the best. Please keep us posted.
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I don't have any expertise in determining authenticity of the piece but hope it turns out for the best. Please keep us posted.
Thanks for the support David, I certainly will.
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I just received word from a highly respected authority at Oxford University that this is an authentic fragment and a rarer type at that. I'm compiling many more details, but I wanted to share my good news!
Nemo
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Excellent!
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Excellent news indeed! I'm so glad this is authentic.
Are you planning to add a translation to the gallery description?
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Thanks Joe, David.
Yes, I worked on the translation and dating last evening, along with help (an understatement) from a very kind scholar. I'm hoping to have it all done by tonight.
Nemo
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Great news. Congratulations on the acquisition. Can't wait to read the write-up!
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Thanks Molinari.
Because this is being followed in two threads, the following has also been posted under the Metal Antiquities Board.
The short story can be found by simply reading the description that’s been added to the photo in my gallery.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-112619
The long story is as follows.
After buying this fragment, I was thrilled to add it to my collection. I found however that reading 2000 year old Latin engraved in bronze plate was more difficult than I imagined. Then Shawn and Benito pointed out that the engraving was not at the typical 90 degree angle. Added to that, after examining several other diplomas, I found the striations on the one side odd as well.
Basically it came down to:
Patina and lettering = Authentic
Atypical letter orientation, weird striations and no provenance = Fake
At this point I was kicking myself for not doing research BEFORE making a purchase. What a thought!
But then, a ray of hope! Stultus is able to name the Emperor, Severus Alexander!
This focused my research and I was able to find other diploma's of Elagabalus and Severus Alexander with identical striations. A bit of relief.
Further searching brought me to a fantastic scholar in the Classics Faculty in Oxford who has worked with other high profile Alexander diplomas. (And modestly would like to remain anonymous.)
After explaining the concerns, here are the relevant parts of his response in quotes:
“The witnesses' names are usually inscribed at right-angles to the 'inner' text on the other face of Tablet II, but on very few diplomas they are inscribed on the outside of Tablet I, with the 'inner' text (duplicating the 'outer', visible text) inscribed on the other face. I think yours must be an example, since the writing looks all right to me. The main text contains part of the usual formulas for Alexander Severus.
In the lines below, there is enough to show that the recipient was a veteran of the Praetorian Guard, who was granted the right of contracting a legal Roman marriage.
As far as the dating of the diploma is concerned, line three reads: COS III, preceded by II, the last two digits of the TRIB POT number. He became COS III in 229, and remained this until his death in 235, so the possible years are 229 (TRIB POT VIII), 230 (VIIII), 233 (XII), 234 (XIII) and 235 (XIIII).”
I (Nemo) then spent some time translating the Latin text he provided into English seen below in quotes. (I didn't know that the next morning he would send me another email.)
... M]AGNI II FIL
“Son of Magnus Pius”
... ALEXAN]DER PIVS FELIX AVG
“Alexander Pius Felix Augustus”
... TRIB POT?]II COS III P P
“In the ? year of Tribunician or Conul power, Pater Patriae”
... MI]LITAVERVNT IN
“Who served in”
... SE]VERIANIS DECEM
“Ten Severan”
... ] PIIS VINDICIBVS
“Loyal and Avenging”
... MILI]TIA FVNCTI SVNT
“Performed their military function”
... ] CVM SINGV
“With one”
?LIS ... ETIA]M SI PEREGRI
“Even if foreign”
The next morning the following was in my inbox:
"The underlined portions are the words that are visible on the fragment:
'The Emperor Caesar, son of the deified Antoninus Pius the Great [i.e. 'Caracalla'], grandson of Severus Pius [i.e. Septimius Severus], Marcus Aurellius [thus usually written] Severus Alexander Pius Felix ['happy'] Augustus, Pontifex Maximus, in the [...]th year of his Tribunician Power, Consul three times [i.e. 229 or later: see above], Father of his Country. The names of the soldiers who have served in the ten Severan Praetorian Cohorts (numbered) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, Pius Vindex ['dutiful, avenging'], who have dutifully and bravely completed their service, (to them) I have granted the right of Roman marriage, provided it is with one woman only and she their first wife, so that even if they marry women of non-Roman status ...'"
That's it for now. Anyone want to guess the five coins that are now on my want list?
Nemonater
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I've just added one of my favorite coins to my gallery. It has a glossy find patina that is impossible for me to capture in a photograph. One of the most important and rarest dates in the Shekel of Tyre series. If anyone has this same year, I would love to see it!
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-113211
Enjoy,
Nemo
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Three little kings.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-113538
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-113539
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-113537
Any and all comments are always welcome.
Nemo
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Trajan
O: IMP CAES NER TRAIAN OPTIM AVG GERM DAC, laureate, draped bust right.
R: PARTHICO PM TRP COS VI PP SPQR, SALVS AVG in ex., Salus seated left by altar, holding patera, feeding snake entwined around altar.
RIC 370, BMC 645.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-113572
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Trajan
O: IMP CAES NER TRAIAN OPTIM AVG GERM DAC, laureate, draped bust right.
R: PARTHICO PM TRP COS VI PP SPQR, SALVS AVG in ex., Salus seated left by altar, holding patera, feeding snake entwined around altar.
RIC 370, BMC 645.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-113572
Ilike this Traianus revers...
Q.
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Thanks Q!
Here is my most recent purchase. A rare left facing Vespasian/Jupiter Denarius. 6 left facing vs 67 right facing in the Reka-Devnia hoard. 2 left vs 10 in the hoard of Francesti.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-113856
Enjoy,
Nemo
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Just added a rarer example of the Titus / Slow Quadriga type denarius.
Although the obverse has seen better days, I decided to purchase it because I don't have any other from this series and it is difficult to find the IMP XV variety. (Brought to my attention while perusing Mr. Atherton's gallery ;) )
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-114376
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Just added a rarer example of the Titus / Slow Quadriga type denarius.
Although the obverse has seen better days, I decided to purchase it because I don't have any other from this series and it is difficult to find the IMP XV variety. (Brought to my attention while perusing Mr. Atherton's gallery ;) )
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-114376
You are correct about this type being a bit rarer with IMP XV. Notice how it reads TR P VIIII compared with the next issue's TR P IX dated to the first half of 80.
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Again two very nice and rare denarius..
Congratulation. +++
Q.
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Thanks Q.
David, I always enjoy the details you bring to the forum.
Thanks!
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I'm very happy to have acquired this piece. I find the style of these issues very appealing, even with the striking problems this one possesses. Not a coin that comes up for sale that often.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-114626
Enjoy,
Nemo
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I'm happy to add this Domitian/Titus mule to my gallery. I believe it is the only example of a muled sestertius under Titus. Considering the fact that I actively collect the Flavian Capta series, this was a home-run for me.
Any corrections / comments are always welcome.
Enjoy,
Nemo
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-116836
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Finally added this type to my collection.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-117001
Enjoy,
Nemo
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Finally added this type to my collection.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-117001
Enjoy,
Nemo
I like this type..
Q.
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Thanks Q.
David, your comment has me seeing this portrait in a whole new light! ;D
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It's been a busy January. A Nero Damnatio has made its way into my collection. I'm currently trying to identify the small countermark beneath the ΘEC. Pekka K suggested possibly Howgego 633. I'm trying to get a clear example of that countermark. Any other ideas are appreciated.
Enjoy,
Nemo
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-116959
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Two new coins in my gallery.
Julius Caesar, Ex. Andrew McCabe
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-117283
And a less prestigious but very cool Elagabalus framed in a nice die clash.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-117302
Enjoy,
Nemo
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And neither last nor least..... A coin I've been looking for for a bit. A re-engraved Elagabalus denarius with the star left and right.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-117312
Nemo
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Just added a rare Vitellius / L. Vitellius denarius to my gallery. His interaction with some guy named Pontius Pilate adds interest for me.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-117343
Nemo
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Finally got around to adding this little coin to my gallery. Antony and Lepidus, AR quinarius, Military mint traveling with Antony and Lepidus in Transalpine Gaul, 43 B.C.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-117818
Nemo
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Very nice acquisition. These are usually pretty rough.
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Thanks Jay. I've had this for quite some time, I finally got around to taking a picture of it.
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Finally got around to adding this little coin to my gallery. Antony and Lepidus, AR quinarius, Military mint traveling with Antony and Lepidus in Transalpine Gaul, 43 B.C.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-117818
Nemo
Interesting ..
Q.
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Interesting ..
Q.
I agree Q :)
I just received a pretty cool countermarked prutah. Especially nice, imho, as the obverse is unstruck. A number of fakes and tooled versions means being extra cautious with these.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-117932
Thanks to Aarmale over in the Biblical coins board for the positive ID on the countermark.
Nemo
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Interesting ..
Q.
I agree Q :)
I just received a pretty cool countermarked prutah. Especially nice, imho, as the obverse is unstruck. A number of fakes and tooled versions means being extra cautious with these.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-117932
Thanks to Aarmale over in the Biblical coins board for the positive ID on the countermark.
Nemo
Nice find Nemo... :)
Congratulation.. +++
Q.
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Nice find Nemo... :)
Congratulation.. +++
Q.
Thanks Q. I think this is one of the most interesting coins in my collection. Tremendous history attached to it. If anyones interested, below are the two best resources.
New Vistas on the Countermarked Coins of the Roman Prefects of Judaea
http://www.academia.edu/8408878/New_Vistas_on_the_Countermarked_Coins_of_the_Roman_Prefects_of_Judaea._The_Israel_Numismatic_Journal_Vol._12_1992-1993_pp._56-70._Kenneth_Lönnqvist
Countermarks on Small Judean Coins by Aaron J. Kogon
http://www.ecf.utoronto.ca/~kogonaar/Kogon%20INR%207%202012.pdf
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Thank you Nemo.. :)
Both are useful... +++
Q.
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Added a denarius of Tiberius and Macrinus. The Tiberius has some corrosion but in hand the even toning makes it far less distracting, EF otherwise. These early issues are my favorite.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-118828
Macrinus
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-118829
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Nice coins again.. :)
Q.
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Thanks Q!
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Recently upgraded my Vespasian RIC 2.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-118969
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Nice coin mostly the portet.. +++
Better than mine..
Q.
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Thanks Q. It's a big improvement from my older example.
Nemo
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Just got a hold of a rare Vespasian in quadriga.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-119705
Die match?
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-13259
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Just got a hold of a rare Vespasian in quadriga.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-119705
Die match?
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-13259
Yes, that is a die match with my example, evidence of how rare this type is for Vespasian at Rome. Heaps of this type were struck at Antioch, odd that Rome was stingy with it. I purchased mine nearly 10 years ago and yours is the first I've seen in trade since.
Congrats on a fabulous find!
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Ah.. I was the second underbidder. Congrats! Hope I don't have to wait another 10 yrs for another chance!
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Thanks David, I was hoping the rarity would be overlooked by other bidders.
Traveler, if it eases the pain, I really wanted this one and my bid was substantially higher than the close. I hate being the underbidder and wondering "what if?" I hope you find another one soon!
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A quite nice addition, Nemo! +++
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Thanks Ancientdave!
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Just added a nice Diadumenian denarius. Thanks for the kind comments already posted.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-120009
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Just added a nice Diadumenian denarius. Thanks for the kind comments already posted.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-120009
They don't come much better than that. What a superb piece!
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Just added a nice Diadumenian denarius. Thanks for the kind comments already posted.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-120009
Congratulation ..perfect..
Q.
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Thanks guys, always appreciate your opinions.
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After seeing David's beautiful example, I was motivated to add my more common type to my gallery.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-120070
Enjoy,
Nemo
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After seeing David's beautiful example, I was motivated to add my more common type to my gallery.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-120070
Enjoy,
Nemo
What yours lacks in rarity it makes up in beauty. Truly an outstanding piece!
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After seeing David's beautiful example, I was motivated to add my more common type to my gallery.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-120070
Enjoy,
Nemo
Yes I agree with yours this is beautiful..
Q.
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I've been looking for a denarius of Julianus for some time. I believe this one is quite nice.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-121432
I hope you like it as much as I do.
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I've been looking for a denarius of Julianus for some time. I believe this one is quite nice.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-121432
I hope you like it as much as I do.
Hi Nemo.., very nice specimen, and nice portret this rare emperor...
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Q.
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Thanks Q
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Just added a Pertinax denarius to my gallery, completing the "Year of the Five Emperors"
An interesting type imho.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-121501
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Here's the set:
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-121503
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I highlighted the script with the hope it might help someone else understand their fragments better. Not the best job, but all I can do with little free time.
Diploma:
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-121561
Diploma with highlighted script:
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-121560
Enjoy,
Nemo
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Again a very nice addition.. ;) +++
Q.
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Thanks again Q, glad you like it.
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Both are ex-Forum.
RIC 107
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-121591
RIC 117
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-121590
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Nice examples both of them..and nice addition too.. +++
Q.
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I've finally added a Geta as Augustus to finish my "Severan Period" set.
Geta as Augustus
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-122205
"The Severan Period"
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-122044
Enjoy,
Nemo
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Yeah, you beat me out of that auction lol.. It is a beautiful coin.
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I've finally added a Geta as Augustus to finish my "Severan Period" set.
Geta as Augustus
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-122205
"The Severan Period"
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-122044
Enjoy,
Nemo
Both of them are very nice addition.. :) ;) +++
Regards
Q.
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Sorry Michael, I know that feeling only too well!
Thanks Q :)
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All EXCELLENT "keepers." You did well.
PeteB
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Thanks Pete, glad you like them.
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After discovering that my pulvinar series Titus denarius was a fake (https://www.forumancientcoins.com/board/index.php?topic=102277.0) I have been on the lookout for a replacement.
I'm happy to have finally found it. Rarer with the left facing portrait.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-122398
I believe this is an obverse die match to Harry N. Sneh's example from Gemini auction X.
http://www.acsearch.info/search.html?id=1487123
and a double die match to CGB.fr Auction 34
http://www.acsearch.info/search.html?id=463863
Enjoy,
Nemo
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I just received this yesterday, I really think it's spectacular.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-122918
Enjoy,
Nemo
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Beautiful pice..
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Q.
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Beautiful pice..
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Q.
Thanks Q, glad you like it.
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Well, I couldn't help but jump on the Domitian bandwagon when I saw this one.
I was pleasantly surprised with a nicer coin than the sellers picture showed.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-123131
Enjoy,
Nemo
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David, do you mind if I "borrow" parts of your great write up for my RIC 94?
Thanks either way!
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David, do you mind if I "borrow" parts of your great write up for my RIC 94?
Thanks either way!
Feel free to! +++
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I just added four denarii of Severus Alexander, all are dated to his third consulship. This completes a side project I've been working on for a little while now.
Any insights, observations or corrections are always appreciated.
Hope you enjoy them,
Nemo
TR P VIII
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-123582
TR P VIIII
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-123581
TR P XIII
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-123580
TR P XIIII
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-123579
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Nice series :) :laugh: +++
Q.
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Thanks Q!
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Back to the Flavian's! Well worn but I'm very happy with this.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-123944
Enjoy,
Nemo
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Nice piece.. +++
Q.
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Thanks Q! I've been waiting a long time to add the DEVICTA type to my collection for a long time.
I've been distracted as of late trying to finish a little side project with Severus Alexander. A while back I acquired a Military diploma fragment he issued that only has a partial date on the third line. The possible years are 229 (TRIB POT VIII), 230 (VIIII), 233 (XII), 234 (XIII) and 235 (XIIII).
Here's the finished product.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-123983
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This was attributed as Antioch mint RIC 1563 but I believe it is from the Rome mint RIC 371 which makes it a very nice find. I hope I'm right..... ;D
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-125466
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I'd say you're right!
Clearly Rome not Antioch, so considerably rarer.
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This was attributed as Antioch mint RIC 1563 but I believe it is from the Rome mint RIC 371 which makes it a very nice find. I hope I'm right..... ;D
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-125466
Hi Nemo,
Again a very interesting and nice and rare coin..:)
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Regards
Q.
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Knowing the difference between Rome and Antioch mint styles can reap a few bargains. Nice catch!
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Thanks for the confirmation, even a blind squirrel finds a nut once in a while!
Nemo
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Knowing the difference between Rome and Antioch mint styles can reap a few bargains. Nice catch!
I have to say, it's a great deal of fun finding these gems.
Just tonight I had a chance to photograph another misattributed, rare denarius of Vespasian.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-125492
I posted the portrait in another thread, I feel it has a distinct Alexandrian style to it. In any case, this is a very hard to find Neptune type from the Lyon mint. Not only misattributed but poor dealer pictures to boot. It certainly saw a lot of circulation but I'm very happy with it!
As always, I'm open to any mistakes I've made in attribution as well!
Nemo
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Just tonight I had a chance to photograph another misattributed, rare denarius of Vespasian.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-125492
Well done! When one starts to specialise these are the type of misattributed coins that makes it worthwhile.
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Well done! When one starts to specialise these are the type of misattributed coins that makes it worthwhile.
I couldn't agree more. It's just a question of whether or not there's another Flavian collector who is going to fight you for it!
Here are a couple more I've added to my gallery.
A Lucius Verus / Pax
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-125561
And Diadumenian / PRINC IVVENTVTIS
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-125527
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Nice pieces.. +++
Q.
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Thanks Q!
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A rare Caracalla denarius:
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-125726
And a few shekels from Tyre that I finally got time to photograph.
A very rare date, only one or two known.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-125797
Another rare date, well circulated.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-125801
Also quite a rare date.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-125796
A very sad looking Melkart!
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-125795
One more:
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-125799
Enjoy,
Nemo
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Nice set of coins..
Congratulation +++
Q.
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Great shekel examples.
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Thanks Aarmale, Q, glad you guys like them!
I changed the way I'm photographing my coins, namely taking the picture with a black background and then just cropping them to size. Q and others have been doing this all along but I've finally caught on!
This has sped things up considerably so I'm looking forward to adding more of my collection to the gallery soon.
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A beautiful Mazaios, Satrap of Cilicia AR Stater,
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-125826
And two more Shekels,
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-125892
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-125893
Enjoy,
Nemo
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Hi Nemo,
Nice group..
but the Stater are wonderful.. +++
Congratulation,,
p.s.. the photos are also very good.. +++
Q.
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Thanks a lot Q, I've been trying to improve my technique with varying success.
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These three have been in my collection for some time, just now photographed.
First Meris AR Tetradrachm
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-126064
Datames Stater
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-126147
Alexander III Hemiobol
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-126170
Enjoy,
Nemo
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These three have been in my collection for some time, just now photographed.
First Meris AR Tetradrachm
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-126064
Datames Stater
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-126147
Alexander III Hemiobol
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-126170
Enjoy,
Nemo
Hmmm again a very nice group of coins...:) +++
Regards
Q.
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Thanks Q!
Here are four more.
1st, a hard to find Titus / Tripod denarius. I would not want to butt heads with this guy!
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-126199
2nd, Divus Vespasian / Quadriga. Rough but really nice in hand and well detailed reverse.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-126200
3rd, Clodius Albinus / Roma. I just love the portrait on this one.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-126219
4th, Tiberius / Pax
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-126202
I always appreciate the comments and corrections.
Nemo
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It's not often that you get to see a nice Clodius Albinus - Great choice +++
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Nice coins, +++
My Favourit the Tiberius/Pax :) +++
Regards
Q.
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Nemo I just want to congratulate you for your high taste in selection of coins some of the best additions I have seen in a while wow I gave them all five stars.
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Thanks Q, I have several of this type but I really liked the Tiberius portrait. One more never hurts, does it?
Nero 30, you are too kind!
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I just received this in the mail today, a rare Titus as Caesar in Quadriga RIC 371.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-127492
What's interesting is that it's a reverse die match to a rare Vespasian in quadriga.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-119705
What do you make of this?
Nemo
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Fantastic addition!
It does look like a die match with your Vespasian. Apparently Vespasian and Titus Caesar denarii were struck from the same workshop in the mint.
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Great addition. I only have the quadriga type as a fouree.
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Thanks David and Jay. I think this one flew under the radar because of lousy sellers pictures.
I wonder if this is an accidental mule or might they have intentionally used an old anepigraphic reverse for both?
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This should be one of the earliest Emperor in Quadriga rev. dies, because of its combination on your coin with an AVG P M obv. die. That AVG P M obv. legend was an earlier form than AVG P M COS IIII, Vespasian's usual obv. legend for the Emperor in Quadriga rev. type. We have to bear in mind, however, that it is a rare type that probably wasn't produced for long and used comparatively few rev. dies.
On bronze coins there are many shared rev. dies between Vespasian, Titus, and Domitian. So I wouldn't consider your shared rev. die on denarii of Vespasian and Titus to be anything unusual, requiring special explanation.
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Thanks for the explanation Curtis, always much appreciated.
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I just received this in the mail today, a rare Titus as Caesar in Quadriga RIC 371.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-127492
What's interesting is that it's a reverse die match to a rare Vespasian in quadriga.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-119705
What do you make of this?
Nemo
Nice addition.. +++
Regards
Q.
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Thanks Q.
I just spent a little time fooling around in my gallery, trying to make some of my descriptions more interesting. I modified a great write up by Curtis Clay from Gemini IX along with a picture. What do you think of this?
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-127492
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Thanks Q.
I just spent a little time fooling around in my gallery, trying to make some of my descriptions more interesting. I modified a nice write up from Gemini IX along with a picture. What do you think of this?
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-127492
That's great Nemo! Really good write up. How did you get 2 pics in the gallery?
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I created a new folder and downloaded the picture. You then right click on the picture and copy the image address or location. Paste the address in your description where you want the picture to appear.
At the beginning of the address add img inside two square brackets [] and at the end of the script add /img inside two square brackets [].
Then save your changes and the image appears.
Thanks to Alex for posting this a while back.
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Well circulated but a scarce and interesting type.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-127571
Thanks for the kind comments already posted!
Nemo
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Yes I agree ,
Scarce and interesting type .. :)
Congratulation.. +++
Q.
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Yes I agree ,
Scarce and interesting type .. :)
Congratulation.. +++
Q.
Thanks Q!
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I'm happy to add another hard to find dynastic type from Rome to my gallery.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-127794
A nice compliment to the same type I have from Lugdunum.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-111625
Enjoy,
Nemo
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You're coming along quite nicely with your Flavians. Bravo!
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Very nice additions Nemonater
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Thanks guys, always appreciate the kind words. This year is looking good so far!
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I'm happy to add another hard to find dynastic type from Rome to my gallery.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-127794
A nice compliment to the same type I have from Lugdunum.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-111625
Enjoy,
Nemo
I like this both addition +++
Q.
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Thanks Q, glad you enjoyed them!
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I've wanted a Vespasian hemidrachm for a long time, finally found one that fit the bill. Worn but well centered with full legends. Now I just need one of Titus.....
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-128511
And yet another Shekel of Tyre. In good style and a desirable date, CY 159, 33-34CE
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-128506
Enjoy,
Nemo
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Both are enjoyable.. :). I like it.. +++
Best regards
Q.
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Thanks Q!
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Great additions! I really like that shekel.
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Thanks orfew, glad you like it. Over the years I've missed out on a couple other opportunities for this date but this one finally went my way.
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I recently received these two rare denarii of Domitian.
One from 86:
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-129665
One from 92:
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-129666
And a Vespasian dynastic didrachm that I posted earlier on the Provincial board.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-129574
As always, I'm happy to hear any comments or corrections!
Enjoy,
Nemo
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Both are nice addition +++
I enjoy it ..:)
Q.
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Nice to see you got a couple of rare Domitians! You've been busy lately. ;)
Congrats!
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Great coins all. Congrats on the acquisitions. You have adding some great coins lately. I especially like the 2 Domitians.
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Thanks for the kind words guys, I'm glad you like them. Hunting for these rare dates is a lot of fun, especially for coins with minor problems that make many other collectors turn up their noses!
David, do you mind if I quote the comments from your gallery for my new Domitians? There's no way for me to improve on it.
Nemo
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I just added these two Flavians to my collection, both rather hard to come by. I was amazed they came on the market within days of each other and both happened to arrive today.
Vespasian:
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-129709
Titus:
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-129708
Enjoy,
Nemo
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Great additions! I really like the portrait in the first one.
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A very good acquisition ....
Regards
Q.
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Nemo! great additions, very nice details as always thanks for posting, your coins are pleasure to the eye.
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David, do you mind if I quote the comments from your gallery for my new Domitians? There's no way for me to improve on it.
By all means. I'm quite flattered you wish to.
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I just added these two Flavians to my collection, both rather hard to come by. I was amazed they came on the market within days of each other and both happened to arrive today.
Vespasian:
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-129709
Titus:
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-129708
Enjoy,
Nemo
Both of those are keepers! The Vespasian reverse is wonderful and the Titus Caesar portrait is quite stylish (interesting it's a different obverse die than my own example considering the rarity!). You made out very well!
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Thanks for the kinds comments everyone, these two neptune types were really a thrill to receive. I'm happy you enjoyed them.
By all means. I'm quite flattered you wish to.
David, the detailed comments in your gallery are a pleasure to read and add so much to the hobby. Especially for Flavian fanatics! Thanks for letting me benefit from your research!
Nemo
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i agree, David's galleries are an excellent source of very useful information.
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I'm far behind in photographing and posting new acquisitions but here are a few that some may enjoy seeing.
1st, is a finely detailed Julius Caesar Elephant Denarius albeit with a flat strike. It came with the original receipt from the HJBerk 90th Buy or Bid Sale, April 17, 1996, Lot 232, listed as Mint state.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-132446
2nd, a LEG IIII denarius. This is not an easy coin to find and these always remind me of a young Titus Flavius Vespasianus. Vespasian was in the Fourth Legion as a young man and the legion sided with him during the Civil Wars.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-132563
3rd, a Hadrian / Libertas Denarius. I found the striking portrait and interesting reverse to much to pass up.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-132608
4th and 5th, a shekel and a half from Tyre. I know these may bore some but I enjoy them.
The shekel is well worn but it has a large flan and perfectly centered on both sides with full legends and details. Not the easiest to find. (On a budget anyway)
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-132609
The half shekel is beautifully toned and is wonderful in hand. If anyone can decipher the date it would be greatly appreciated.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-132610
As always, any corrections or comments are appreciated.
Enjoy,
Nemo
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As far as the half shekel is concerned, I should have mentioned it came with an old Spink ticket that gives the date as 1BC. That means (if they're correct) it's either dated PKE 2/1 BCE or PKς 1BC/1AD.
I'm also going to post this in Biblical coins to see if anyone over there might be able to decipher the date.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-132610
Thanks,
Nemo
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Wow Nemo, great acquisitions. I especially like the legionary denarius and the Caesar elephant. I really liked reading your blurb on the Caesar denarius in the member's gallery.
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I'm far behind in photographing and posting new acquisitions but here are a few that some may enjoy seeing.
1st, is a finely detailed Julius Caesar Elephant Denarius albeit with a flat strike. It came with the original receipt from the HJBerk 90th Buy or Bid Sale, April 17, 1996, Lot 232, listed as Mint state.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-132446
2nd, a LEG IIII denarius. This is not an easy coin to find and these always remind me of a young Titus Flavius Vespasianus. Vespasian was in the Fourth Legion as a young man and the legion sided with him during the Civil Wars.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-132563
3rd, a Hadrian / Libertas Denarius. I found the striking portrait and interesting reverse to much to pass up.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-132608
4th and 5th, a shekel and a half from Tyre. I know these may bore some but I enjoy them.
The shekel is well worn but it has a large flan and perfectly centered on both sides with full legends and details. Not the easiest to find. (On a budget anyway)
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-132609
The half shekel is beautifully toned and is wonderful in hand. If anyone can decipher the date it would be greatly appreciated.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-132610
As always, any corrections or comments are appreciated.
Enjoy,
Nemo
HI Nemo,
I left a few days now I recognized this great grup of your new coins..
Congratulation +++
Regards
Q.
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Thanks orfew, quadrans, glad you liked them!
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I'm happy to have added two coins minted early in Vespasian's reign to my collection.
A very attractively toned denarius from Spain:
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-133451
And a tet from Antioch:
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-133423
I also acquired my first steatite Scarab:
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-133433
Enjoy,
Nemo
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Those are great Nemo. I really like the portrait on the tet.
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Hi Nemo,
Nice addition.. +++
Q.
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Thanks for the kind words Q, orfew. The tet is such a big chunk of silver, it won't be my last!
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You really are becoming quite the Flavian fanatic. Welcome to the club. ;D
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You really are becoming quite the Flavian fanatic. Welcome to the club. ;D
Yes indeed! And no greater compliment could a Flavian fanatic receive than to be recognized as such by Mr.Atherton! I've long recognized that my only hope of getting a real rarity is if an example is already in your collection!! ;D
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You really are becoming quite the Flavian fanatic. Welcome to the club. ;D
Yes indeed! And no greater compliment could a Flavian fanatic receive than to be recognized as such by Mr.Atherton! I've long recognized that my only hope of getting a real rarity is if an example is already in your collection!! ;D
So true! ;D
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LOL you guys. :)
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Well, I'm way behind in photographing several new coins for my gallery. Here are a few of the new ones.
A common Vespasian with excellent portrait and toning.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-135158
A scarce Titus Judaea capta from Antioch. I already have the type from Rome so this was a welcome addition.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-135162
A Maximus denarius struck on a broad flan. Come on, there's no better name than Maximus!
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-135159
A rare Gordian I tet from Alexandria. You can't help but feel bad for this guy. An example of how your whole life can fall apart in just a couple of weeks.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-135160
And last, but not least, a rare Gordian II denarius.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-135161
Enjoy,
Nemo
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Great coins... +++
Q.
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Wow, congratulations Nemo, Pieces like this take a life time from a collector to acquire, Very rare in great condition!!!
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Very cool coins!
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Thanks for the kind words guys!
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My third C L CAESARS type, I don't really know how scarce this is in comparison to RIC 207.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-135904
Here is RIC 211
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-104882
And 207 for comparison
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-90045
Enjoy,
Nemo
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Nice group... :) ;) +++
Q.
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Thanks Q, glad you like them!
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I just added two more Civil Wars of 68-69 types to my gallery.
It was also fun to track down the Myers/ Adams auction notice for the "Clasped Hands" example. It was the third annual New York International Numismatic Convention held in the Albert Hall of the Americana Hotel.
Clasped Hands
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-136399
Jupiter / Vesta
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-136400
These are a welcome addition to the one already in my gallery, struck under Galba.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-130882
Enjoy,
Nemo
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Great coins ...
My favourit the "Civil Wars of 68-69 Clasped Hands" +++ +++
Regards
Q.
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You really outdid yourself with those two! Such fascinating coins historically and numismatically.
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Thanks Q, David. I've been enjoying reading about these anonymous types, they're certainly going to be hard to beat for my favorites this year.
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They're great pieces. I'd be thrilled to have them!
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I enjoy putting these group shots together. Here are the Adoptive Emperors and friends, a few rarities mixed in.
Enjoy,
Nemo
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-138176
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Nice tray .. +++ :) ;)
Q.
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Looks great!
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Thanks for the kind words guys!
Nemo
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I'm hooked on virtual trays! Here's the Roman Civil Wars 68-69.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-138618
Enjoy,
Nemo
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That is a great idea and well executed!
If I had a set which I could put together like you I would print a large version, frame and display it in my house or office!
Peter
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That is a great idea and well executed!
If I had a set which I could put together like you I would print a large version, frame and display it in my house or office!
Peter
Thanks for the kind words Peter. I never thought about printing them out for my office, that might look nice!
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Wonderful set
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Thanks Randy, I didn't see your reply till now for some reason!
I just added a few more coins to my gallery.
Anonymous Æ Triens Overstruck on Akarnanian Federal Coinage Ex RBW. Unusually clear. I don't collect these but it just grabbed my interest and wouldn't let go.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-138432
A Vespasian denarius from the Antioch mint. A bit worse for wear but very rare.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-138489
And finally, a nice Balbinus proclaiming Pupienus his BFF.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-139160
Enjoy,
Nemo
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Great addition both, Nemo, +++
the Balbinus are my favourit :)
Q.
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Congrats for these great additions, as always very nice coins.
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Thanks Q, Canaan! I was happy to finally add Balbinus to my collection!
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Wow, that Balbinus is great.
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Thanks Orfew!
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I'm far behind in photographing last years additions but I'm happy to sneak a few into my gallery tonight.
My one and only Roman Gold
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-142637
Vespasian's dynastic type from Rome
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-142640
Vespasian's very rare dynastic type from the Tarraco mint. I looked a long time for one of these. It was fun tracking down the provenance that was not noted in the sale.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-142639
A very rare Titus RIC 1485 denarius. This one was misdescribed by the seller. A worn but a clear example.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-142638
Finally, a very rare siglos with a stylized lion reverse.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-142641
As always, any comments or corrections are always appreciated.
Thanks,
Nemo
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Outstanding coins Nemo
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Great new captures!
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Great Group... :) ;) +++
Q.
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All great aditions, congrats Nemo.
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Agreed,
All are exceptional. The portrait of Vespasian on the obverse of the second coin is exceptional.
If I may, here is a Vespasian / Titus combo coin I acquired recently.
Vespasian, with Titus as Caesar; Syria, Seleucis and Pieria, Antiochia ad Orontem; AR Tetradrachm; 69/70 AD (new holy year 2); Obverse: [Α]ΥΤΟΚΡΑΤ ΚΑΙΣΑ ΟΥΕΣΠΑΣΙ[ΑΝΟΥ], Head of Vespasian, laureate, facing right\; Reverse: ΦΛΑΥΙΟΥΕ[ΣΠ ΚΑΙΣ ΕΤΟΥ]Σ ΝΕΟ ΥΙΕΡΟΥ, Head of Titus, laureate facing right; in left field, star; in right field; B (New Holy Year 2); 23.38mm, 13.2g, 12h; References: Prieur 106; McAlee 328; RPC II 1940; BMC Galatia [Antioch] p. 178, 226 (obv. begins with T); cf. Butcher p. 73, 4 (obv. legend); cf. SGICV 747 (head left, obv. starts with T)
Peter
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Thanks for all the kind words guys, really appreciate it. I'm hoping that i'll have more time next week to add several more to my gallery.
Peter, that's an excellent tet! With that cheerful grin, Vespasian must have been having a good day!
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Hi Nemonater,
The latest additions to your gallery prompted me to explore the other items that you have displayed there, given the time I have with several weeks of enforced leisure that lay ahead of me. All I can say is that it is a wonderful collection and there are so many pieces that I covet. Congratulations.
Kind regards,
Mauseus
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Thanks Mauseus, you are too kind!
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Nope, praise where praise is due!
Regards,
Mauseus
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Great additions. Impressed as always!
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I'm far behind in photographing last years additions but I'm happy to sneak a few into my gallery tonight.
My one and only Roman Gold
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-142637
Vespasian's dynastic type from Rome
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-142640
Vespasian's very rare dynastic type from the Tarraco mint. I looked a long time for one of these. It was fun tracking down the provenance that was not noted in the sale.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-142639
A very rare Titus RIC 1485 denarius. This one was misdescribed by the seller. A worn but a clear example.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-142638
Finally, a very rare siglos with a stylized lion reverse.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-142641
As always, any comments or corrections are always appreciated.
Thanks,
Nemo
I'm kind of late to the party here, but wow! What a haul!
The Tarraco and 'o' mint denarii are the Flavian silver stand outs! Congrats on acquiring such rarities!
And oh that gold piece! A very beautiful addition.
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Thanks Aarmale, David, both of you you have been a big help along the way.
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I recently added what will undoubtedly be my coin of the year.
SELEUCIS and PIERIA, Antioch. Nero. AD 54-68. Æ As (30.5mm, 15.36 g, 12h).
Caius Cestius Gallus, legatus Syriae. Dated year 115 of the Caesarean Era (AD 66/7)
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-146028
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Outstanding! Glad you got it
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Thanks Jay!
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Wow. This is the kind of coin that collecting ancients is all about. Truly an outstanding piece of history!
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Thanks David!
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I'm very unfamiliar with Athens Owl type coinage but, with the help of Altamura, I discovered this is a Athens mint tetradrachm. It was struck on a recycled, older tet, folded over twice to create a new misshapen flan.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-146279
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I like this, +++
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Thanks Q, I'm glad I'm not the only one!
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I'm very unfamiliar with Athens Owl type coinage but, with the help of Altamura, I discovered this is a Athens mint tetradrachm. It was struck on a recycled, older tet, folded over twice to create a new misshapen flan.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-146279
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/NumisWiki/view.asp?key=Pi-Style
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Great page Joe. Just what I need, another type to collect!
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I've been looking for an Aelius denarius for quite some time and I'm happy to have been able to pick this one up. Only 2 examples in the Reka Devnia hoard.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-146952
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Excellent coin. I love the obverse portrait.
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a very expressive portrait... nice catch!
~ Peter
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Thanks for the kind words Orfew, Peter. Always appreciated.
Here's a rarity I've had for a little while but never got around to photographing. Seeing David Atherton's recent acquisition was the motivation I needed!
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-147000
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Very nice. You and David are inspiring me to find one for myself!
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Thanks Orfew. Considering your recent run of rare denarii, I expect you'll find one before too long!
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Here's a rarity I've had for a little while but never got around to photographing. Seeing David Atherton's recent acquisition was the motivation I needed!
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-147000
GReat coin, :)
Congratulations +++
Q.
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Thanks Q!
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Sweet! ... Nemonater, I love the Pegasus reverse (congrats)
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Thanks Steve, glad you like it!
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I just added a few new purchases. Here they are from smallest, 12mm, .7 g., to largest, 24mm, 12.59 g.
Mazaios Obol:
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-149280
Vespasian denarius from Ephesus:
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-149299
Rare (I can't find another one) Q. Metellus Pius Scipio denarius with Vespasian c/m.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-149500
Interesting Tetradrachm minted in Antioch for circulation in Cyprus, countermarked under Marcus Aurelius
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-149499
Hope you enjoy them. I always appreciate the comments or corrections.
Nemo
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Great additions!
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Thanks Jay!
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Just added two rather rare denarii of Titus. One is a mule and an obverse die match to an aureus!
Titus as Caesar / Pontif Maxim
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-149559
Titus COS V
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-149560
Enjoy,
Nemo
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Outstanding additions with amazing portraits on both!
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Wow, those are amazing! I absolutely love the portraits.
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Thanks guys, I appreciate the kind words.
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Both coins are superb! Congrats!
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Thanks David. Interesting details on your two examples of RIC 873!
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I've waited a long time to get this scarce last issue of Maximinus Thrax.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-150101
It allows me to finish my virtual tray of "The Year of the Six Emperors."
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-150087
I hope you enjoy it!
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Wonderful tray @Nemonater. Congrats on putting this set together!
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Love that Maximinus Thrax!
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Glad you like them guys, this year has seen some great additions in all our galleries!
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Great Virtual Tray, and the great Thrax... +++
Regards
Q.
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Thanks Q, glad you like them!
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I'm happy to finally add this denarius to my collection. Only two specimens in the Reka Devnia Hoard.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-150184
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Gorgeous coin! Beautiful toning. Congrats!
Here's mine, with the same reverse type
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-70595
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A great coin. Congrats! I love the reverse. I was lucky enough to find one of these last year.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-136593
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Gorgeous coin! Beautiful toning. Congrats!
Here's mine, with the same reverse type
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-70595
What a great portrait on this example!
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A great coin. Congrats! I love the reverse. I was lucky enough to find one of these last year.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-136593
Really nice one, i remember when you originally posted it. It motivated me to redouble my efforts to find one of my own!
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I finally added a scarce early issue of Titus as Augustus to my collection, only two specimens in the Reka Devnia Hoard.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-150184
Even more exciting was getting one of the rarest of Vespasian's dynastic types. Worn but still with a clear portrait of Vespasian and both Titus and Domitian visible on the reverse.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-150328
Enjoy,
Nemo
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I love the dynastic denarius. I almost bid on one of these a couple of weeks ago. You have just given me another one for my list.
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Both great additions, i really love the rainbow toning of the Titus coin, Congrats!!!
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I love the dynastic denarius. I almost bid on one of these a couple of weeks ago. You have just given me another one for my list.
Thanks orfew, I'm glad I didn't run up against you on this one!
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Both great additions, i really love the rainbow toning of the Titus coin, Congrats!!!
Thanks Canaan, you're too kind!
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I am thrilled to add two beautiful and interesting tetradrachms to my gallery. Issued under Ptolemy I while at war with Antigonus.
The first shows traces of the undertype
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-154566
This example was encapsulated (now freed) and described as damaged. However, there is no damage to speak of. It does have weight adjusted edges and the undertype profile of Alexander on the reverse. It starts above the eagle and continues into Athena's shield and beyond.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-154565
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Very nice coins. Love the Corinthian mask on the reverse.
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Thanks Mark R1. Here is the outline of the undertype for those who are trying to find it.
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I just received an extremely rare Vespasian denarius from Ephesus with Vespasian countermarks on both sides!
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-156413
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I just received an extremely rare Vespasian denarius from Ephesus with Vespasian countermarks on both sides!
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-156413
That is a superb coin! Even without the c/m it would be fabulous.
I've only acquired one Ephesian with that c/m, and it was a common type.
Congrats!!
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Thanks David, your countermarked example is fantastic.
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It was a treat to add this long sought after rarity. What appears to be a common type IV siglos is actually a very rare type with a helmet engraved in the reverse. This is by far the best i've ever seen of this type.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-157266
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When you know what to look for! Great find!
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Nice find, +++
Interesting and rare reverse variation...
Congratulation... ;)
Q.
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Thanks Jay, Q! These are a lot of fun to collect.
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I couldn't help adding this early posthumous tet of Philip II.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-158192
Enjoy,
Nemo
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Really nice Nemo
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Thanks Jay!
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Nice piece, Nemo, +++
Joe/Q.
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Thanks Q!
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A virtual tray of Philip II, Alexander III, Ptolemy, Seleucus, Lysimachus and Kassander.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-158517
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Great virtual tray Nemo!
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Thanks Jay!
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Wow Nemo that tray is amazing. The portrait styles are captivating.
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Thanks orfew, I’m glad you liked it!
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I couldn't pass up this tet, I just love the portrait. I can't help but imagine him speaking with the voice of Don Corleone.
Maybe rare with the star to the right of Homonoia?
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-159144
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Maybe rare with the star to the right of Homonoia?
Only 5 specimens are cited in the core collections consulted in RPC. Rare indeed!
FWIW, yours is in slightly finer style than mine. Congrats!
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Thanks David. When it came up for sale, the star is what first caught my eye, I hadn’t recalled seeing it on this type before. The portrait sold me though.
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These are usually pretty worn and dumpy, yours is fantastic. Congrats
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Thanks Jay!
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I waited quite a while to add a higher quality Athens Owl tet to my collection. I don't think there could be a better time to pick one up.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-159282
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Fantastic coin
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Nice find, Nemo, +++
Joe/Q.
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Thanks Jay, Q! Always appreciate the kind words and comments!
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I put together a group of my Athens Owl tetradrachms in a virtual tray. Old-style; Old-style with numerous bankers marks;
Pi-style, folded flan; Mesopotamia, Levant, Arabia, or Egypt, Imitative;
Contemporary forgery with bankers mark and copper core showing.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-159339
Enjoy,
Nemo
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Great additions, Nemo, +++
Joe/Q.
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Thanks Q. I'm quite content with this group and don't expect to be adding any more Athens owl tets for the foreseeable future.
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Sheesh, it's been almost a year since I posted additions to my gallery here. I didn't add a great many coins in 2020, I hope to photograph and post them over the next several days. Here are three of my favorites, coins of Cestius Gallus.
64/65
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-167277
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-167278
and 65/66
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-167276
Enjoy,
Nemo
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Incredible additions. Congrats.
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Great 👍
Joe
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Thanks for the kind words guys!
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Superb historical types! Congrats!
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Thanks David!
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Just added three more.
A Mazaios Stater with a cruddy obverse but such a nice b side, I couldn't resist it!
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-167301
A Balakros Stater
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-167298
And finally, a rare and really beautiful (I think) Vespasian denarius.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-167336
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That O mint Vespasian is incredible
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Thanks Jay, it turned out to be a pretty photogenic coin.
I just added three more, all pretty hard to find.
Vitellius with his son and daughter
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-167360
Titus with Ceres
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-167351
And my favorite, a provincial Julius Caesar portrait!
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-167352
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Wow, great additions all. I especially love the Vespasian and the Titus denarii. Wonderful rare acquisitions
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Congrats Nemo, 👍
Great additions...🤗
Joe
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Thanks Andrew, Joe. I just added five more.
A beautifully toned Shekel of Tyre from 96 BC
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-167403
Another from 35 CE
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-167400
A rough one from 50 CE
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-167402
Two nicely toned denarii
C. Fonteius Dioscuri and Galley
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-167446
Sextus Pompey Naval Trophy
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-167448
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Beautiful Sextus' Naval Trophy. Nice acquisition.
Tracy
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Thanks Tracy!
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That first shekel...wow!
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Thanks Jay. I’m usually struggling to get a coin to appear even close to what it looks like in hand. This one was very photogenic.
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Wow, another nice group 👍👍
Joe
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Thanks Joe. My work slows down just a bit in the winter, an opportunity to catch up on photography.
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I was able to add a few more over the past couple days.
Darios I Siglos
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-167800
Barbaric Alexander Tetradrachm
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-167829
Augustus / Livia as Pax
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-167831
Tiberius in Quadriga
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-167801
Vespasian o Mint Winged Caduceus
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-167799
Vespasian Ephesus Mint
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-167830
Enjoy,
Nemo
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Fantastic coins as always Nemo!
The Vespasian Ephesians are my personal favourites.
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Thanks David, your comments are always appreciated.
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A few more additions to my gallery. Several of my coins are developing a gold and blue toning, I think its really nice.
An Alexander III Posthumous from Lampsacus with gold and blue toning.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-167946
A Kassander As Regent Fifth Tetradrachm with gold and blue toning.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-167941
I have too many Shekels of Tyre but I just added three more. Two a bit worse for wear, but all very rare dates.
115/4 BCE, a real beauty in hand
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-167950
3/2 BC
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-167949
9/10 CE
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-167948
Enjoy!
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Yes, another shekel, I need help! Corroded and struck from worn dies, I was glad this coin received very little interest at auction. An extremely rare date, made far more interesting with the detail that it was recut, made it irresistible for me.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-168136
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Great find Nemo, wish I had seen that! :laugh:
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Thanks Jay. We only have so much time searching for these oddities! It will be published in a reference work, although probably a couple years out. It's great fun when one pops up and no one else sees (or no one else cares??) There are a few super rarities in these issues that I hope will one day pass under the radar into my collection ;D
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Same goes for Flavians. It's that one acclimation or consulship that seems to always be elusive and then you find it misattributed!
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Absolutely Jay, it definitely makes this hobby a lot of fun.
In other news, I need to go to shekel rehab...... I couldn't resist this one. Although the obverse style is crude, I found it attractive.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-168336
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Well, at least I think it's super rare. Worn but good silver and nicely centered, I was thrilled that it was basically ignored at auction.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-169971
Enjoy!
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Titus in quadriga denarius from Antioch
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-170037
Titus with captive and trophy. The first issue of Titus as Augustus, minted in the first week of his reign.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-170036
Imperator Titus, bare headed, from Ephesus.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-170035
Enjoy,
Nemo
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Great acquisitions!
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Thanks orfew!
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All three are great but I really like the style of the Captive reverse
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Wonderful Titus denarii!!!
IMHO, the bare headed portrait Ephesian is the best of the lot.
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Thanks Jay, David. My favorite of the three is the young, smiling, wild haired portrait on the Antioch denarius.