Two-headed coin of Constantine?

Discussion in 'Ancient Coins' started by Roman Collector, Apr 6, 2019.

  1. Roman Collector

    Roman Collector Well-Known Member

    Such a coin has been found. The numismatists describing the find list three possible causes:

    1) Unofficial issue, either as a counterfeit, a novelty item, or for use by an unscrupulous gambler.

    2) Mint error

    3) Purposeful mint issue, such as a commemorative medallion.

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    Last edited: Apr 6, 2019
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  4. Jwt708

    Jwt708 Well-Known Member

    Ancient magician's prop!

    Very cool find for sure.
     
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  5. Justin Lee

    Justin Lee I learn by doing

    Very interesting!
     
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  6. Finn235

    Finn235 Well-Known Member

    Could have sworn I saw something like this at a recent auction, with Constantine's mug on both sides but different legends. Can't seem to find it now.

    Still a really cool and intriguing issue. If the portrait die was the free one, perhaps someone managed to steal two obverse dies from the trash and mint a coin with them? I once found a two headed nickel in my change and almost didn't even notice because how often do you check both sides of your change? I am sure the ancients were no different.
     
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  7. ominus1

    ominus1 Well-Known Member

    kool coin RC...heads always wins :D
     
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