Hannibalianus, AE16, 336-337 AD, Constantinople, als Rex regum unter Constantine I. OBV: FL HANNIBALLIANO REGI, bare-headed, draped, cuirassed bust right. REV: SE-CVRITAS PVBLICA, Euphrates seated right on ground, holding sceptre, overturned urn at his side, from which waters flow, reed in background. Mintmark CONSS. REF: RIC VII Constantinople 147. I really don't understand the difference between RIC VII Constantinople 147 or 148. Does someone know? Yes, I know it has a hole in the coin but that helped make it more affordable to me. In fact I'm getting a really good price on it. It's also reserved with this dealer for next month's purchases. He asked me if I wanted it and I sure will take it!! Assuming all goes well I will have it next month. I couldn't resist posting it today. lol Post your Hannibalianus coins if you have one. I know, they are super rare.
That's one monster hole. I wonder if it was on a rope necklace. Still, I would gladly include that coin in my collection any day of the week. Nice find!
One of my favorite LRBs. I think yours is a nice coin even with the hole. Congrats! If I recall correctly the only difference between RIC 147 and 148 is the reverse legend break (SE-CVRITAS versus SEC-VRITAS, with the latter being much rarer). Here's my 147... Hanniballianus, as Rex Regum AE4 1.48g, 16mm. Constantinople mint, 336 - 337 AD. RIC VII 147, LRBC 1034, Cohen 2. O: FL HANNIBALLIANO REGI, bare-headed, draped, cuirassed bust right. R: SE-CVRITAS PVBLICA, Euphrates seated right on ground, holding sceptre, overturned urn at his side, from which waters flow, reed in background. Mintmark CONSS.
neat...I had to look this guy up again, didn't remember who he was even. pretty obscure and interesting coin dude.
Impressive! I don't have him yet, and probably won't for a good while either. Definitely a good idea to settle for less than perfect rarities for cheap. You will fill tough holes and can always upgrade when you have enough cash.
Wow, sweet score Gil-galad ... that's a fairly rare ruler to tick-off the ol' list, eh? => #137 on the ERIC-II Rarity List ... congrats Oh, and nice Rex Regum, Z-bro
Thanks a lot guys. I was really surprised when the coin was offered to me. I'm getting the coin for $35. For one I've purchased a lot of coins from this dealer. He tells me that he got over a 1000 coin lot and so he can sell a bit cheaper. That's definitely a nice coin Zumbly. I believe I remember when you posted that coin before. Very soon I'll be a proud owner as well.
You better believe it. I recently got Flavius Victor which is #130. I don't think I'll manage to get higher than 137, but you never know.
I have good news. The coin is off of reserved status and about to be in the mail tomorrow morning. I'm stoked to be getting this coin soon!!
Well, it's good to hear that you're happy with your new Hanniballianus-necklace, my coin friend (congrats) ... now you need to find some ancient string
