Just bought this rare Domitian

oh, it's a "dipper"...a simpulum? (thanks @Gavin Richardson )

 

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That was my guess. Or a lituus. I get those confused, and they seem to have similar shapes, especially when they are stylized on coins.

 

I keep wanting to call it a parazonium but I know that's not right.

 

According to the literature it is a lituus, though simpulum is a very good answer.

Thanks to all for playing my little game.

 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lituus

 

That's what I was talking about in my first post. I guess I wasn't clear. A- rather than an A for me.

 

Sorry @Bing I misunderstood what you were referring to.

 

Nicely done! I had that coin bookmarked for a rainy day purchase, but I'm glad it went to someone who knows what it is.

 

Nice addition!

 

Sorry David. I had no way of knowing it was on your list to acquire.

 

No worries. Just enjoy the coin my friend.