Nikopolis ad Istrum. Obverse... Septimius Severus?
It's mostly likely supposed to be Zeus, who is often depicted in that pose with an eagle at his feet or in his hand. He's holding Victory, perhaps.
WOW! What a crazy mishmash of letters and letter-like markings! Some letters are Greek, some are Greek but reversed, and some are not Greek...
Wow! What a story and what a gift!! Congratulations on turning your life around. You might want to get to know @Deacon Ray who has a somewhat...
Fantastic coin-- so unusual! :arghh:
Fantastic! Loads of appeal and a desirable important type. Congrats!! :)
Oooh, great coin! One of these days I want to get a Croesus siglos.
Yep, the unique and rare Alexandrians always bring more bidders than I'd like. I bid hard for one such tet but didn't come close. A couple...
Here's a good thread to start with: https://www.cointalk.com/threads/ancient-coins-beginners%E2%80%99-faq-thread.324858/
Welcome back, and I'm glad you're better :).
The artistry and details really make that coin-- what a beauty!! This one fits that description... the artistry is outstanding and I just...
Very nice!! I'm still waiting on my HA wins. There was a delay in shipment and now they are lost in the postal system, hopefully just...
Oh wow-- those are all so funny! Thanks for the laughs :D.
Actually, the story behind these looks like it may be rather interesting! http://usnumsoc.proboards.com/thread/33/cat-cay...
Casino tokens from Cat Cay Casino, Bahamas (per Google :D)
That's what I believe as well :).
Fun coins, everyone! @DonnaML, although it's not limited to Republican coins you may be interested in this old but in-depth thread:...
Oooh, that is a nice one! A clear face of Silenos is hard to find :). I agree! :D [IMG] MACEDON (ROMAN PROTECTORATE), Republican period....
RIP, Seppy! Thanks for leaving us all those great coins :D. [IMG] Septimius Severus Rome, CE 206 AR denarius, 3.41 gm, 20 mm, 12h Obv: SEVERVS...
Ah, oxytocin... the attachment hormone. Creating psycho girlfriends/boyfriends the world over :D. [IMG] Oxytocin is released in great quantity...
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