A Top 5 of My Ancient Coins

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  1. Collecting Nut

    Collecting Nut Borderline Hoarder

    Not sure why but this is one of my favorite ancient coins.
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  3. potty dollar 1878

    potty dollar 1878 Well-Known Member

    Whats that on the front,an ancient umbrella?.
     
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  4. philologus_1

    philologus_1 Supporter! Supporter

    I like it, also! Below are 2 of my examples that are obverse die-matches. :)

    Yes, on the obverse is a royal umbrella-like canopy with fringes. Large royal umbrellas are used to honor/designate people in high positions in some cultures still to this day. For a few examples see the small pictures from northern Nigeria which I'm adding below the pair of coins.

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    Judaean AE prutah, Dated year 6 = 41/42 AD.
    Issued under Agrippa I, with legend stating "of King Agrippa".
    Hendin 1244.


    From online image search (duckduckgo):
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  5. Mammothtooth

    Mammothtooth Stand up Philosopher, Vodka Taster

    I have my Royal Umbrella now all I need is someone to acknowledge that I am Royal. My wife says I am a Royal Pain in the ..........
     
  6. Collecting Nut

    Collecting Nut Borderline Hoarder

    I hear that a lot as well. Lol
     
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