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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;seth77, post: 7032383, member: 56653&quot;]Considering that these pieces were made to look silvery with the coating, I think that the silvering is a note of authenticity and a plus. I agree, the design and devices are perhaps best put out there to be valued when the coin is brown or red coppery with some thin patina or hand grease or when the earthen and sandy fill is just enough to make the details pop.</p><p><br /></p><p>Regarding the propaganda discussion, Constantine seems to have tried to emulate Augustus as a unifying figure and restorer of the &quot;Republic&quot; -- which is probably why he is depicted on the GLORIA EXERCITVS in 3 to 400 year old attire in this series for instance.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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