Those are some scarce, even rare, issues. I'm glad you shared them for all of us to appreciate.
That's a lovely coin, @zumbly , and an interesting observation about the scepter placement. @TIF 's explanation for why that might have occurred...
That's very astute that you have noticed that the figure held in Vesta's hand faces in different directions. This suggests to me that it...
Thanks so much, @randygeki ! That helps narrow it down.
Yeah, this thread is about flyspecking -- my apologies. All comments and relevant coins/examples welcome! I have two coins of Julia Domna...
Yes--same emperor (Constantius II) and same reverse type. Yours is from the Cyzicus mint; unclear where mine was struck, though.
This one's about ready to go in the cull jar. Worn and coated with a heavy patina. Exergue nearly off the flan. Can anyone tell by style what mint...
This is one from a dealer who had it misidentified as Nero (it's Domitian). I sent him an e-mail about it being misattributed and he replied...
Max Thrax FTW! [ATTACH]
A new purchase, comparing it to the various other known varieties. Please feel free to comment or to post any coin you feel is relevant. Five...
That's a great idea. I'll have to check Van Arsdell, Whitehead, and BMC Greek and Scythic Kings of Bactria.
OMG! First and foremost, STAY SAFE.
I came across this coin in a group lot of some aes and sestertii of the Antonine and Severan dynasties. Not sure what it is. It's made of...
You'll enjoy this recent article from CoinWeek about the usurpers (with great photos). From the article: Assembling a collection of the coins of...
Nice coin, @Andres2 ! I have one that is similar, but issued five years later, dated TR P XX COS IIII, RIC 289c: [ATTACH] Wow, @zumbly ! Lovely...
Congratulations, @Bing ! Good luck to you as you advance to round 2!!
A couple of well-circulated bronze provincials of Marcianopolis, each depicting Caracalla and Julia Domna. It's interesting to note that Caracalla...
Replica made by Westair Reproductions Limited, available here, along with some other fun things.
Here is the link to download the Woods article.
@Severus Alexander -- HILARIOUS!! SEE? I told you it was a poodle!! Thanks for the info regarding the various theories behind the VSV mark in the...
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