I just picked up this Domitian As, Horseback reverse. It's one I have wanted, but I am not sure how the surfaces will look in hand. Looks a bit porous. I havent seen one for years so I thought I would pick it up. I only see one in the last 10 years in the databases, its rare, but I dont know, I worry about the surfaces. If I resell it I will likely only get half what I paid. Vespasianus (69-79 AD) for Domitianus Caesar. AE As (28-29 mm, 11.24 g), Rome, 72 AD. Obv. CAESAR AVG F DOMITIANVS COS II, Laureate head right. Rev. S-C, Domitian on horseback galloping left, holding human-headed sceptre in left arm. RIC 2II 672 (Vespasian); BMCRE 690 (Vespasian); C. 478. Rare. An attractive specimen. Green patina and good very fine.
I am sure I will like it fine, but I also worry about the green spots on the obverse at 6 to 7 o'clock. I worry it is bronze disease, but I can usually handle that.
That is a fantastic coin Ken. Attractive patina and style. Supposedly the reverse depicts Domitian Caesar at Vespasian and Titus' Jewish War Triumph. As a collector of silver, I can only offer this comparable piece. Domitian Caesar AR Denarius, 3.46g Rome mint, 73 AD RIC V541 (R2), BMC V129 var., RSC 664 Obv: CAES AVG F DOMIT COS II; Head of Domitian, laureate, bearded, r. Rev: No legend; Domitian on horse l.; r. hand raised, sceptre in l. Ex Gemini X, 13 January 2013, Harry N. Sneh Collection, lot 701. = Helios, ebay, 29 November 2010 (A. Lynn Collection).
A very appealing, historical and scarce coin. I was not aware the type existed as an As (or dupondius), whereas his aureii and denarii of the type are not uncommon. A great example with beautiful patina. My only example is a denarius, similar to David's:
Ken, that is a beautiful coin. You have far more experience but that doesn't look at all like bronze disease to me. I too have the silver variety, one of my favorites.
it's a nice coin Ken.. seems you're still a constant collector and a seller sometimes, which is good^^
