Help please. First, I confess to 2 things. 1. I have no idea if my findings are even in the same ballpark as the coin. 2. I'm to old for this, lol. I've looked at many examples of this coin, but I've not found one with the reverse like mine. To me, the soldier appears to be on a horse, and either spearing or striking with a sword, the fallen horseman? I read that the "B" indicates the workshop. But, I've not found an example with the B in this position? Here is my best "guess". Constantius II - Roman Emperor 337-361 A.D. Gladiator Battle Scene style coin. Bronze AE Obv. *STANTIUS PF A*, diademed, draped and cuirassed bust right. Rev. * TEMP REPARA T* B in left field and Roman soldier on horse above a fallen horseman that he is spearing? I know it's not in the best condition, but I'm sure that some of you can identify it at first glance. Because, y'all know what you're doing! I'm actually learning, just slowly, I guess? Thanks in advance, Kenneth Oh, yeah, post 'em if you've got them!
@kountryken this might help you with info about the FEL TEMP REPARATIO types and their varieties https://www.forumancientcoins.com/dougsmith/ftr.html
Wow! Well I know a lot more now, then I did, and he explains about the many different varieties. I always was amazed at Doug Smith's knowledge, and he didn't disappoint in this article. But, I've still not seen another one exactly like mine. I know I don't have a "one of a kind", but I would like to find another one to help me see what the coin should actually look like. Thank you so much, Kenneth
The mintmark is SMTS and it is from Thessalonica. RIC VIII Thessalonica 189 and is rated very common.
Thank you sir, very much. That is exactly what I wanted to know, and see. Again, you've proven that, "all my best friends are dead Romans" is not just "talk"! So, I'm not Roman, and I guess we can't be "best friends". But, I count you as one of my "best CT friends"! Thank you again, Kenneth
