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Imitation Urbs Roma. 332-333 AD Shewolf Twins 330-354 AD I worked on pictures of this tough to photograph coin today. Best I can do. I remember some of the story from school. It has been fun to read up on it again since I acquired this coin. The trick to remember which of the two founded Rome was to remember that Romulus has an "O" in his name. It was on the test. Obv. Bronze, 14.5mm, 1.5 gr. Lugdunum, struck under Constantine I VRBS ROMA Helmeted and mantled bust of Roma to left. Rev. •PLG She-wolf standing left, suckling the twins Romulus and Remus; above, two stars. RIC 242. A most attractive coin. Found in modern Normandy King Amulius ordered the twins Romulus and Remus to be killed and they were abandoned on the bank of the river Tiber to die. They were suckled by a she-wolf in a cave. Romulus was the founder of the city of Rome. The god Mars was the twins father.

Today I will be Divo Claudius II Finding out my recent post of Claudius II turned out to be a posthumous mule. I'll be back to normal tomorrow.

Took better pictures today (I think) I do believe I found this on Wildwinds listed as such and maybe struck in 277 AD? https://www.wildwinds.com/coins/ric/claudius_II/i.html Divus Claudius II, mule with lifetime reverse Claudius II AE Antoninianus, commemorative issue. Rome, 277 AD. DIVO CLAVDIO, radiate head right / LAETITIA AVG, Laetitia standing left holding wreath and anchor. RIC V-1 Rome 277. or should that read RIC 277 Volume 1 Rome Mint

DIVO CLAVDIO added to my new file. You guys . . . AE Antoninianus, Rome Mint. With a sea green patina. Obverse: DIVO CLAVDIO, Radiate head of Claudius right. Reverse: LAETITIA AVG, Laetitia standing left holding wreath and anchor. I think I have a posthumous Antoninianus of Claudius Gothicus which may change the date struck too?

Generally as a new collector, I am mostly learning about the history of rulers and deities. This made me realize there are two roads I can travel. Reality or Mythology. Has this ever dawned on anyone else? Both interest me but like Yogi Berra once said . . . "When you come to a fork in the road, take it." I am probably more inclined to learn the stories of the gods. Probably in the direction of Greek. I collected coins, lots of them, then later in life I got more interested in exonumia, folklore, heroes, historical people, events etc. Now I ended up here. I wish I had taken more interest earlier in life with ancient coins and all there is about them to learn but this is still quite fun. Always something new to learn. And another thing, you can hold them and touch them. That is new for me.

AE Antoninianus, Rome Mint. With a sea green patina. Obverse: IMP CLAVDIVS AVG, Radiate head of Claudius right. Reverse: LAETITIA AVG, Laetitia standing left holding wreath and anchor. Claudius II was a tough guy from what I gather but many stories about him may have been exaggerated. Laetitia was a minor Roman goddess of fertility. Her name was used to mean happiness with prosperity and abundance. She is shown with an anchor, as a representation of stability Word of the day Antoninianus The name given in modern times to a Roman coin thought to be twice the value of a denarius. Originally a silver coin. The amount of silver in the mix dropped drastically over the years, and later antoniniani were hard to tell from copper or bronze.

Thanks fellers, I wasn't far off thinking they might be tradable for goods and useful hardware at the same time. It would be kind of tough going through the checkout at Walmart with a half a dozen sheep. But having been to Walmart, it wouldn't surprise me if I saw it one day.

Lot Of 3 They are 12, 20 & 23mm There is debate that this type of "Ring Money". That it was actually used in buying and selling as a form of ‘proto-currency’. Others, however, believe the bronze rings are actually just strap fittings or were used in the making of chain mail armor and not a trade currency. I think they are interesting and perhaps quite common. Artifacts or money, I don't know. Perhaps both as a form of barter? I see them sell for $5 - $15 each price range. I was given these as a bonus. I do know there are forms of "Ring Money" that are a bit more ornate.

Objection sustained. Thank you for the very informative post dougsmit. This little coin was a freebie in a purchase and the info was given to me as well. I always wanted one of these, even before my first ancient coin hooked me.

Obverse: Basileos Soteros Apollodotou, bust rightTranslation of same in Kharosthi Reverse: Athena standing left, holding Aegis and throwing thunderboltThe Indo-Greek kingdom was a splinter state from Greek Bactria, pushing into what we would today consider India. The kings maintained their Greek names and Heritage, but many learned the native languages and converted to Buddhism. Their kingdom thrived for about a century before being crushed by the invading Scythians and rising Kushans. This is about an average example of the type coin.

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Gordian III Tarsos Elpis holding flower 238-244 ADCilicia. Tarsos. Bronze Æ. Medallic type about 36 mm, 22.5 gr Obverse: ΑΥΤ Κ Μ ΑΝΤΩΝΙΟϹ ΓΟΡΔΙΑΝΟϹ ϹƐΒ, Π Π, radiate, cuirassed and draped bust right Reverse: ΤΑΡϹΟΥ ΜΗΤΡΟΠΟΛƐΩϹ Α Μ Κ Γ Β, Elpis advancing left, holding flower and raising skirt. This is my largest ancient coin of which I know little more about. I think it was struck in Tarsos. Tarsus (Tarsos) is a historic city in south-central Turkey, 12 miles from the Mediterranian Sea. With a history going back over 6,000 years. Tarsus has long been an important stop for traders and a focal point of many civilizations. During the Roman Empire, Tarsus was the capital of the province of Cilicia. It was the scene of the first meeting between Mark Antony and Cleopatra, and the birthplace of Paul the Apostle. I don't know what the denomination is. It is kind of porous but the pictures sort of show every nook and cranny and it looks better in hand. I would appreciate comments about my big honkin' coin. Roman Emperor Gordian III was the Roman commander during The Battle of Misiche in Mesopotamia between the Sasanians and the Romans in 244 AD. He lived to the ripe old age of 19. The Romans were badly defeated in this battle and it is unclear if Gordian III was assassinated by his disgusted officers, whether he died from injuries, or was killed in battle.

Hope you are doing OK. It's tough, I know.

Can I add a Conder Farthing? 1790's Pidcocks Exhibition Elephant - Two Headed Cow Farthing

I have a few to add, these are neat. I'd like to acquire some "Model" fractional farthings, they get pretty small. 1760 George II Ireland Farthing 1843 Victoria Half Farthing 1885 Victoria One Third Farthing 1858 Victoria Farthing 1900 Victoria Farthing

Obverse : ConstantinopolisConstantine The Great founds ConstantinopleCity Commemorative typeReverse: Victory on prowCONSTANTINOPOLIS, a very common Roman coin type. Under the Roman emperor Constantine the Great, who ruled 307-337 ADThe obverse on this coin is a bust of Constantinopolis so it's a metaphor.The Victory-on-prow reverse commemorates a naval victory led by Crispus, which aided in securing the city of Byzantium, which would be remade into Constantinople. It would continue on as the center of the Byzantine Empire. Looks like bat wings on Victory. I have learned that a "Prow" is the very forward part of a ship.

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Do we have the same Alegandron? Thanks for posting!

I found one on Vcoins looks like it with SMRB It looks like reverse is mirror image though? https://www.vcoins.com/en/stores/athena_numismatics/18/product/theodosius_i_3_rome_ad_379383/1588541/Default.aspx

Hey I really looked, and looked more. On Wildwinds I find no mintmarks that match what I think looks like SMA P? Don't find any that begin with SMA anything. I don't have my calipers handy for measuring mm but this photo may help comparing size to a nickel. Can anyone help? As sandy as this is, I still like it. I'd like to classify it a bit. Thank you! I'm sure it is quite common. Theodosius I also called Theodosius the Great, was Roman emperor from 379 to 395.During his reign, he succeeded in a crucial war against the Goths, as well as in two civil wars, and was instrumental in establishing the creed of Nicaea as the orthodoxy for Christianity.Theodosius was the last emperor to rule the entire Roman Empire before its administration was permanently split between two separate courts (one western, the other eastern).Theodosius was said to have been a diligent administrator, austere in his habits, merciful, and a devout Christian.For centuries after his death, Theodosius was regarded as a champion of Christian orthodoxy who decisively stamped out paganism.He is fairly credited with presiding over a revival in classical art that some historians have termed a "Theodosian renaissance"

Paris 1931 International Colonial Exhibition Amerique Medal This is one of four medals in a set that interested me very much because of the Indian in headdress on the obverse. This is a duplicate of my favorite in the set. (shown below)On the reverse of the Amerique medal is a reproduction of Mount Vernon, The home of George Washington which was one of the attractions to represent The United States in the Paris Exposition. In 1932, Robert Moses had another replica of Mount Vernon built in Prospect Park in Brooklyn New York to to mark the 200th anniversary of George Washington’s birth. The building, constructed by Sears, Roebuck & Company and designed by architect Charles K. Bryant. It lasted lasted a mere two years before being torn down. The house was located at the base of Lookout Hill on the Peninsula of the Lake. There were two different compositions of the four that I know of.The bright brass issues were perhaps closer to 30 mm in diameter but the antiqued bronze were 32 mm. There may have also been brass in 32 mm size. These came in both red and blue boxes. I prefer the antiqued finish. My set was assembled one at a time.The antiqued bronze seem to command a higher price. This one, Amerique - AMERICA is probably the most popular, the others beingAfrique - AFRICAAsie - ASIAOceanie - POLYNESIA (my second favorite design) The Colonial Exhibitions were supposed to bolster popular support for the various colonial empires.The 1924 British Empire Exhibition was one, as well as the successful 1931 Exposition coloniale in Paris.Germany and Portugal also had such exhibitions. Belgium had a Foire coloniale as late as 1948.Human zoos were featured in some of these exhibitions.Members of the United States Indian Band playing at the Gare St Lazare, Paris on their arrival in France for the Paris Colonial Exhibition, 1931 I collect World Fair and Exposition medals and tickets or other ephemera. Getting a 1931 Paris ticket is unlikely so I found this booklet of 24 different postcards to go along with the 4 medal set. I like the simple Art Deco lines.

I have also posted this elsewhere without the little bit of added info. Obverse: AVTOK K M IOVLI FILIPPOC CEB, laureate, draped, cuirassed bust rightReverse: ZEUGMATEWN, temple of Zeus Katabaites, tetrastyle temple with cult image of Zeus seated facing within, holding sceptre; peribolos below containing grove; capricorn leaping right below.28.9mm, 16.8 grams Info partially taken from Wikipedia Philip the Arab 204-249 AD was Roman emperor from 244-249 AD. He was born in Aurantis, Arabia, in a city situated in modern-day Syria. After the death of Gordian III in February 244, Philip, who had been Praetorian prefect, achieved power. He quickly negotiated peace with the Persian Sassanid Empire and returned to Rome to be confirmed by the senate. During his reign, the city of Rome celebrated its millennium. Philip was betrayed and killed at the Battle of Verona in September 249 following a rebellion led by his successor, Gaius Messius Quintus Decius. Philip's reign of five years was uncommonly stable in a turbulent third century. Today I wondered just how many leaders shown on ancient coins were killed in battle or assassinated? It seems from my recent investigating that the percentage number is probably high. Prestige and power had it's price.

I have posted this one on another forum but without the little history snippet. Philip II as Caesar Mint of Rome. Obverse: Laureate, draped, and cuirassed bust right. Reverse: LIBERALITAS AVGG III, S C in exergue, Philip I and II seated left on sella curulis, each extending hand, Philip I holding short sceptre. 23x28mm, 14.6 grams It's a large bronze coin in an odd oblong shape. Info from Wikipedia When his father became emperor in 244, the younger Philip was appointed caesar. In 247 he became consul, and was later elevated by his father to the rank of augustus and co-ruler. Their reign took place during the thousandth anniversary of the founding of Rome, and great games and spectacles were planned for the celebration. Ancient historians say that Philip I {Philip the Arab} and Philip II were both killed in battle by Decius in 249. Modern historians say that when news of Philip the Arab's death reached Rome, Philip II was murdered by the Praetorian Guard at the age of twelve. Philip II was sole ruler of the empire for the fall of 249. He was less than 12 years old when he became emperor.

The Sun and Lion is really catchy. Everyone posted such cool coins.

Awww, so sad to see this and I share your pain best I can.