I have a simple question. What is a
mule? I have a coin that has a
reverse not published for that particular ruler and I have been told it is a
mule. Are
mules ancient coins or modern
fakes or can they be either? The coin in question is a
Philip I Antoninianus with an obv
legend reading: IMPMIVLPHILIPPVSAVG -
Radiate, draped and
cuirassed bust right. The rev
legend reads: VIRTVTIAVGVSTI -
Hercules standing right leaning on club set on rock. A muling of an
obverse of Philip with a
reverse of
Gordian perhaps? Or is it a modern day
fake with a mistake of the
reverse? And in the interest of full disclosure, I have posed this same question on another coin
forum. I am trying to learn from the best, no matter from where that information may emanate.