First ancient!

Discussion in 'Ancient Coins' started by Animosity, Apr 17, 2011.

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  1. Animosity

    Animosity Member

    Well, I went to the coin store today and I picked up my first ancient, it was just a $5 one, although I saw one that I really wanted that was $25, I may have to go back sometime and get it if it's still around! Anyway, here it is! It's 15-16mm

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    Animosity, Apr 17, 2011
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  3. moneyer12

    moneyer12 i just love UK coins.......

    a good start, you will soon become addicted to ancient coins.
     
    moneyer12, Apr 17, 2011
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  4. Cucumbor

    Cucumbor Well-Known Member

    Be careful,once you've tasted it once, you're into it...

    Nice pick up for a start
    Q
     
    Cucumbor, Apr 17, 2011
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  5. texmech

    texmech Wanna be coin collector

    I am trying to complete my set:hail:

    All kidding aside, I do not have any, but definitely want one. Going after moderns right now.

    Congrats
     
    texmech, Apr 17, 2011
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  6. Mat

    Mat Ancient Coincoholic

    Thats a nice pickup for $5. Heck I dont even have that one.
     
    Mat, Apr 17, 2011
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  7. swish513

    swish513 Penny & Cent Collector

    that's a nice one to start with. welcome to the darkside!!
     
    swish513, Apr 17, 2011
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  8. Eyestrain

    Eyestrain Junior Member

    Looking for help with attribution, or do you want to have fun researching it yourself?
     
    Eyestrain, Apr 17, 2011
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  9. Animosity

    Animosity Member

    Thanks! I'm already looking forward to getting more lol!

    Eyestrain, I'm still in the process of trying to look it up lol, but so far nothing at all =\

    Edit: Maybe Honorius? courage of the army?
     
    Animosity, Apr 17, 2011
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  10. Eyestrain

    Eyestrain Junior Member

    I'll narrow it down for you. 5th century, Theodosian Dynasty.

    Let me know if you want more hints ;)
     
    Eyestrain, Apr 17, 2011
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  11. Eyestrain

    Eyestrain Junior Member

    ding ding ding!

    We have a winner.

    The full legend is DNHONORI VSPFAVG (Dominus Noster Honorius Pius Felix Augustus) and VIRTVS EXERCITI (referring to the valour or courage of the army). The reverse depicts Victory crowning Honorius. The same type was also issued under his brother Arcadius who ruled in the east.
     
    Eyestrain, Apr 17, 2011
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  12. randygeki

    randygeki Coin Collector

    Congrats on your first :D
     
    randygeki, Apr 17, 2011
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  13. Animosity

    Animosity Member

    Woohoo! Exciting stuff! :D

    Thanks for your help!
     
    Animosity, Apr 17, 2011
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  14. ikandiggit

    ikandiggit Currency Error Collector

    Nice start!:thumb:
     
    ikandiggit, Apr 17, 2011
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  15. Ripley

    Ripley Senior Member

    "The force is strong with this one" "Well done, young Jedi"
     
    Ripley, Apr 17, 2011
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  16. Animosity

    Animosity Member

    What books/websites would you guys recommend to learn more about ancients?
     
    Animosity, Apr 17, 2011
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  17. Mat

    Mat Ancient Coincoholic

    Mat, Apr 17, 2011
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  18. ikandiggit

    ikandiggit Currency Error Collector

    ikandiggit, Apr 17, 2011
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  19. Animosity

    Animosity Member

    Thanks mat and ikandiggit, I'll check them out!
     
    Animosity, Apr 17, 2011
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  20. Mat

    Mat Ancient Coincoholic

    Mat, Apr 17, 2011
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  21. Taylor101

    Taylor101 New Member

    Nice! I would love to know where you got that???
     
    Taylor101, Apr 17, 2011
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