I am guilty of this as well. Sometimes we cannot pick and choose from where a coveted coin is purchased. Think of the coin as being rescued and...
That is a problem I am somewhat acquainted with, although in my case it is not as extreme. Congrats on being able to obtain a coin for that...
There is a large Flavian aes issue likely struck in Rome for circulation in Syria. The alternative theory is that the dies were engraved in Rome...
@TIF is a wit backed by astounding tastes. Her Alexandrian diobol with a 'snake on horseback' has to be seen to be believed! It's one of my...
Leave it alone, it's an awesome coin as is!
It's always a nice bonus when things work out that way. Congrats!
The aes coinage also shows Judaea with hands bound, albeit rarely. RIC 59 is almost identical to the denarius. [ATTACH]
This is a great mystery! One is inclined to think the official mint at Lugdunum which produced the type was behind it. My lone example is quite...
My eleventh CT anniversary was in April. Where has the time gone?
I keep telling myself that someday I would love to have a side collection of Judaean coins. Your new one illustrates why. Wonderful coin!
Mine isn't much better. [ATTACH] Titus as Caesar AR Denarius, 3.13g Rome Mint, 72-73 AD (Vespasian) RIC 369 (R2). BMC 85. RSC 392var. Obv: T...
Thanks Mat. The portrait style is also what attracted me to the piece. Most of these tend to have the longer hair style.
Here is the palm tree variant. [ATTACH] Vespasian AR Denarius, 2.71g Rome Mint, 69-70 AD RIC 4 (R). BMC 43. RSC 229. Obv: IMP CAESAR VESPASIANVS...
The chase definitely has great appeal, but taking stock of what you have is quite enjoyable! That's when you can dig into the weeds and find...
I like your reverse. Judaea instead of 'mourning' seems to be invoking help from the heavens.
I was researching the reverse design when you had timely posted your example. Interesting to note the rarer variant with palm tree instead of...
My latest addition is an interesting example of the common Judaea Capta denarius. When acquiring duplicates I always look for something about a...
@TIF, you're part of the reason why I love CT so much! I'm looking forward to another wonderful five years!
Congrats @Bing! The finish line is in sight!
Interesting coin and nice write-up!
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