I did say that I had been on a bit of a 'bender' with my Roman Republicans. Again, lots of wear (character) but still (some) clear definition. (Is that a 'Banker's mark' on Apollo's jaw and cheek?) This one is :- C. VIBIUS 90 BC Obv: Laureate head of Apollo right, symbol under chin, PANSA behind. Rev: Minerva in quadriga right, holding spear, reins and trophy. C.VIBIVS CF in ex. Silver Denarius (Edit) Sydenham 684; Crawford 342/5
i don't think these are serrated TC, or are they? could they actually be worn smooth? anyway...keep up the coin splurgin'!
Quite right Chris. That is what you get when you don't 'clean -up' a template. Sorry, my mistake. (I have 'rectified')
LOL, I enjoy BC coins the most, focusing in Roman Republic, Aes Grave, Carthage, Italia, Ancient Chinese, etc. Odd for me, when I see an AD dated Imperial coin, I almost feel they are "Modern".
While not high grade, this one has all the important details including bankers' marks on both sides. This coin participated in commerce rather than waiting for someone to collect it. My Vibius is a different type but has a weight adjustment scoop on the reverse.
V. nice coin, Doug. I don't think that is a weight adjustment scoop on the reverse of my coin - more like general wear. Would you agree?
Agree. I believe it is damage after striking and, since there is less black in the scrape, possibly a mark made by a metal detectorist's shovel. Just a guess,,,
