Just for future reference, when you start a new topic and label it in all caps with an exclamation point, like this: HELP IDENTIFY THESE COINS!,...
So I'm totally confused. My initial impression is that the obverse looked a bit "off." (I'm by no means an expert, so I didn't say anything.) Then...
I love that horse on the OP. Nice coin. Congratulations on your new addition.
I believe this type is more accurately described as "Serapis, facing left, throwing Frisbee." Wasn't Serapis a pre-Christian example of a God...
It was probably the name "Littleton", as Marsyas Mike said, along with the original selling price, which was probably around $30.
I can also recommend the book. It's an entertaining read. It is also eye opening to learn how many other coin dealers, importers and banks have...
Kinda pales in comparison with the beautiful OP, but here's mine: [IMG] (Bronze) AE2 Siscia mint, A.D. 348-359 (2nd series) Obv: D N CONSTA-NS P F...
I'm not sure there is an answer to the most peaceful reign. It would involve a lot of interpretation and value judgements, plus a lot of...
Trajan ruled for a little under 20 years. Theodosius II ruled for 42 years. Octavian Augustus ruled as Augustus for 41 years, but if you include...
I have are some Hunnic imitations that came in a large lot. I think the one below is typical: [ATTACH] "Phromo Kesaro" Hephthalites or Nezak Huns...
Also worth noting is how many examples were struck with worn dies for the reverse, yet relatively decent dies for the obverse. [IMG] Valerian II...
Took me a little over 20 years to finally acquire these two characters: [IMG] Balbinus Augustus, A.D. 238 Bronze Sestertius Rome mint, A.D. 238...
I agree. I think it belongs on Elagabalus' head.
Jumping ahead half a millennium: [IMG] Constantine I ("the Great"), as Caesar, (A.D. 307-337) Carthage mint, A.D. 306 RIC 51c Obv: FL VAL...
I wasn't aware of this series. Thanks for bringing it up. I'll have to keep an eye out for these. Very nice and interesting collection.
I, too, am partial to the Genio series. Historically, it's an interesting transition period. For LRBs, they have a nice, hefty feel. And because...
Anything in particular spark your interest in the Lugdunum mint? Just curious. Beautiful coin, BTW.
[IMG] Constantine I, as Caesar 51c Obv: FL VAL CONSTANTINVS NOB CAES Rev: SALVIS AVGG ET CAESS FEL KART - Carthago, in long robe, standing,...
I'm not sure what Trajanwinger meant by "bi-metal." There were no bi-metal ancient coins that I'm aware of. That's a fairly modern arrangement....
Cornucopiae usually contain the the results of the harvest--vegetables and grain.
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