That is a very unique and beautiful coin...I love the angelic look it has and I would love to own it. Great Coin and thanks for sharing. MJH
Still a favorite of mine design wise and toning. L. Valerius Flaccus, (108 - 107 B.C.) AR Denarius O: Winged and draped bust of Victory right, X below chin. R: LVALERI / FLACCI (downwards on left), Mars walking left, spear in right, trophy in left over shoulder, apex left, head of grain behind. SRCV I 183, Sydenham 565, Crawford 306/1, RSC I Valeria 11 Rome Mint 20.0mm 3.89g
Where do you guys get these unbelievablably beautiful coins??? I am just amazed on the toning on this one. It makes me speechless. I would love to own this one. GJ.
I know you're not a big proof fan, but both business strikes and proofs can be equally beautiful IMO.
Museum Coins! http://images.mrbrklyn.com/metropolitan_museum_of_art_2015/IMG_5422.JPG http://images.mrbrklyn.com/metropolitan_museum_of_art_2015/IMG_5423.JPG?width=640
If you want to see some coins that are as nice (and nicer!) than most museum coins, check the website of a CoinTalk member: www.colosseocollection.com Bonus: you can see both sides of the coins Some examples: