unlisted Constantine from Lyon cleaned

Discussion in 'Ancient Coins' started by Victor_Clark, Aug 23, 2024.

  1. Victor_Clark

    Victor_Clark all my best friends are dead Romans Dealer

    This coin is not listed in RIC or Bastien; though I know of two other examples. I found it on eBay a few years ago; but did not like the patina. I decided to clean the surface dirt by soaking it in 12% hydrogen peroxide coupled with frequent brushing, The coin now has a shiny, dark surface; which I prefer.

    Sol_before.jpg

    Sol_after.JPG


    Constantine I
    A.D. 316
    CONSTANTINVS P AVG; laureate and cuirassed bust right with spear over right shoulder and shield on left.
    SOLI INVICTO COMITI; Sol rad., raising r. hand, globe in l.; stg. l., chlamys across l. shoulder; across fields A- S.
    in ex. PLG
    RIC VII Lyons –-; Bastien --
     
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  3. Mat

    Mat Ancient Coincoholic

    I preferred the "before".:(
     
  4. Valentinian

    Valentinian Well-Known Member

    Me, too.
     
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