I recall reading somewhere, perhaps on Moneta, a discussion on the rarity of dupondii of Septimius Severus. I do not think there was much of a...
Nice coin - I have always wondered why Rhodes struck such large bronzes - perhaps the need to only strike silver wasn't there in times of peace?...
I find that the longer I am involved with ancient coins, the less I am concerned about condition. I recall seeing this coin on your site, and had...
I was going to add that I have not seen a Geta as Caesa sestertius in major catalog sales of sestertii such as the October 30, 1995 Sternberg and...
Beautiful coin - I looked for one for a long time and never was able to find the right mix of price, condition and rarity
This is a more complete description of a subject I mentioned in my introductory thread: Although my collecting interests eventually resolved down...
I'm not sure about "heavy patina" since too much patina tends to obscure details. But, like you, I love patinated coins - in fact, I only collect...
Outside of the "Augustan Histories" are there any sources for the reign of Aurelian? This was a time of terrific upset - too bad not much has...
I have yet to find another example of this coin in a sestertius - I have seen examples in a denarius. I believe Banti --I have searched the...
Wow! These are some fantastic coins! The Julia Domna with the "exposed" behind is lovely - I used to have an example, but sadly I sold it because...
[ATTACH] [ATTACH] I apologize in advance if this doesn't work but this is the first thread I've attempted. Like many collectors my collecting...
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Wonderful series of photographs and commentary - this is...
Magnificent coin! I recently purchased a Macrinus sestertius with a platform scene reverse ("LIBERALITAS AUGUSTI") from a seller on eBay from...
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