Rome also issued facing Sols. Here's one from Victor's website: [IMG] http://www.constantinethegreatcoins.com/asst3/
These coins seemed to have been within the 3g and 5g from what I can see, so it is special when you find a SOLI INVICTO COMITI that is 2.3g (!!)...
That's remarkable. Why does Sol get clothed all of the sudden? Religious mint workers?
Very interesting. The inscription "SOLI INVICTO COMITI" translates to (according to the page below) to the unconquered Sun, minister [of the...
Definitely special! :) I like the contrasting patina on that one. Here's a similar type with Sol facing, looking our left: [IMG] 312 - 313...
I rarely look at tracking (unless I'm expecting a package within a couple days). Don't fret it. :) It'll show up. The surprise is nice.
Thank you for posting this, @Valentinian. Beautiful coins from the civil war era of Constantine & Licinius. Thank you @Victor_Clark for a very...
That coin is worthy to be your one and only SOL INVICTO. :) Wow, beautiful coin, and I love the detail and sharpness on Sol. Here's my example...
Unintended :P. Good catch, I just fixed it. That's what happens when you decide to post from your phone. Here's my current favourite Soli...
Same type, but not the same reverse die: [IMG]
I just fell in love with Soli Invicto coins in general, but mainly Rome mint. I prefer Rome mint and I hope to complete a set of all types from...
Tell me about it. Ever since I talked to you about Rome Soli Invicto coins... well... [IMG] Also my avatar.
That's one heck of a metal brick. :)
Nice coin!
That is a beautiful Justinian follis, @Valentinian. Nice catch! :) Here's a coin that has impressed many people. "Coins with Christ on them that...
Would be cool to include everyone until 1453.
When you want to chop onions, why use a knife when you have a perfectly good Justinian decanummium to do the trick. :)
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