Ancient Roman Coin ID

Discussion in 'Ancient Coins' started by Obone, Feb 12, 2017.

  1. Obone

    Obone Well-Known Member

    Hi,
    I recently bought a lot of cleaned Ancient Roman/Greek coin lot, and these were the only 3 I weren't able to identify. I would appreciate if somebody can help me with an ID.
    Thanks in advance! IMG_20170212_225639.jpg IMG_20170212_225643.jpg IMG_20170212_225651.jpg IMG_20170212_225651.jpg IMG_20170212_225654.jpg IMG_20170212_225841.jpg IMG_20170212_225846.jpg IMG_20170212_225849.jpg IMG_20170212_225852.jpg
     
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  3. The 2nd coin appears to be a Roman provincial bronze minted under Elagabalus.
    The Obverse is Elagabalus radiate head right with a legend in Greek that probably says something about Antioch, where the coin was minted and maybe the year. The Reverse has a Ram jumping right, looking back at a star that is supposed to be between the SC, but seems to have faded. The SC, acronym for "Senatus Consulto." There are a few who think the Ram and Star coins that were minted for a few centuries, signify the birth of Christ, including the guy over at Beast Coins. You can review his findings, research, and similar coins to yours here
     
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  4. zumbly

    zumbly Ha'ina 'ia mai ana ka puana

    Coin #1 is a denarius of Caracalla, Mars reverse (the complete legend would read MARTI VLTORI). RIC 11.
     
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    zumbly Ha'ina 'ia mai ana ka puana

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