Constantivs

this worn sestertius of Domitian is very chunky at 30.75g Domitian, 81 - 96 AD AE Sestertius, Rome Mint, 35mm, 30.75 grams Obverse: IMP CAES DOMIT AVG GER M COS XIII CENS PER P P, Laureate head of Domitian right. Reverse: IOVI VICTORI S C, Jupiter seated left holding Victory and scepter. RIC526

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I love this coin's silvering and patina.... and certainly enjoy Sol's flowing robes....

29mm large follis

I know that it has obviously taken many years to acquire such a large, diverse and amazing collection of Probus coins. I am also quite sure it has also taken a lot of work and time to move your vast collection on to new collectors (to say the least). I hope when this is all said and done you can write a post here explaining the whole process, what you've learned along the way and any advice for someone in the same position down the line. I am sure it would be a very interesting read. Best of luck with your remaining sales. I will be putting in a few bids on eBay.

But you'll jump right in..

I recently acquired this coin .. the "Gothico" is quite good considering....

Obv: CONSTANTIVS P F AVG - Diademed, draped and cuirassed bust of Constantius II. Rev: VICTORIAE DD AVGGQ NN - Two victories, facing each other, each holding wreath and palm; Leaf between, TRS in ex

Ptolemy II Philadelphos AE 27mm Obol. Alexandria mint, ca 274-272 BC. Laureate head of Zeus-Ammon right / Eagle standing left on winged thunderbolt; monogram and shield to left, tiny o between legs. Note: Trident countermark

Really like the layout.. pricey though..

OBV: IMP POSTVMVS P F AVG - Radiate draped cuirassed bust, r REV: SALVS AVG - Asklepios standing right, head left, holding serpent staff

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Absolutely- however to dismiss this new AI breakthrough would be folly. This isn’t Google or Wikipedia…You’re using it completely wrong. Ask it to be creative - and then challenge its creativity with different parameters - It’s a bit scary… and at a level not seen before. My wife works for a new home builder. We asked it to write a welcoming one page letter to the new home buyers - we included the company name in the 8 word question. The response was better than many marketing companies could provide. Then said “do the same and apologize for the delay”… instant letter worded spectacularly in 10 seconds.

What is ChatGPT? from Wikipedia: ChatGPT is a prototype artificial intelligence chatbot developed by OpenAI which specializes in dialogue. The chatbot is a large language model fine-tuned with both supervised and reinforcement learning techniques. This AI chatbot is free for the moment... although you must register. It can be found here and is very powerful and interesting. https://openai.com/blog/chatgpt/ For fun and to learn a little about the capabilities of ChatGPT I picked a coin from within my collection and asked a few questions about it. You can refine your questions as you go to try to get more detailed answers. Here is the coin.. Question #1: describe the roman republican silver denarius coin of M.Sergius Silus ChatGPT: The Roman Republican silver denarius coin of M. Sergius Silus is a historical artifact that dates back to the Roman Republic period (509-27 BCE). It is made of silver and bears the image of M. Sergius Silus, who was a prominent Roman politician and military leader during this time. The coin was likely used as a form of currency, as denarii were the primary form of currency in the Roman Republic. The coin may also have served as a symbol of the wealth and power of M. Sergius Silus, as it would have been a valuable possession at the time. The coin is significant as it provides insight into the economic and political climate of the Roman Republic, as well as the lives of individuals like M. Sergius Silus. To save some verbiage I asked a few more questions about this specific coin but the answers were either incorrect or lacking. So this is certainly not a replacement for any of our reference books or even a good replacement for a Google search. So what is it good at? Invention. Question: write a two paragraph story that would depict a typical battle that M. Sergius Silus may have been part of ChatGPT: M. Sergius Silus stood at the front of his legion, his armor glinting in the early morning sun. They were about to face a fierce enemy army, and he knew the stakes were high. He raised his sword and gave a fierce battle cry, signaling to his men to charge. The two armies clashed with a ferocity that shook the earth. The sound of clashing swords and shields filled the air as the soldiers fought with all their might. M. Sergius Silus expertly wielded his sword, cutting down enemy soldiers left and right. Despite the odds, he and his men fought with a determination that eventually led them to victory. When the dust settled, M. Sergius Silus stood tall, triumphant and proud of his men's bravery in the face of danger Question: now in a battle with the Gauls in the snow near the Alps ChatGPT: M. Sergius Silus and his men stood shivering in the icy cold, their breath visible in the frigid air. They were preparing to face the Gauls in a battle near the Alps, and the harsh winter conditions made it even more challenging. M. Sergius Silus tightened his grip on his sword, determined to lead his men to victory. The Gauls charged towards them with fierce determination, their own weapons glinting in the snowy landscape. M. Sergius Silus and his men fought bravely, their muscles straining as they swung their swords and shields against the enemy. Despite the slippery conditions and the numbing cold, they fought with all their might. In the end, their training and discipline proved to be the key to their victory. M. Sergius Silus emerged victorious once again, proud of his men's bravery in the face of such adversity. Question: now in the Shakespearean style ChatGPT: Oh! Mighty M. Sergius Silus, esteemed leader of the Roman legion, stood resplendent in his armor, ready to face the Gauls in a battle near the snowy Alps. The icy winds howled and the ground was slick beneath their feet, but he and his brave men were undaunted."To battle!" cried M. Sergius Silus, raising his sword aloft. The Gauls came at them with a fierce determination, their weapons flashing in the cold light. But M. Sergius Silus and his men were no strangers to combat, and they fought with all the strength and skill at their command. The clash of swords echoed through the snowy landscape as the two armies battled with great ferocity.In the end, M. Sergius Silus emerged victorious, his men following in his wake. He stood tall and proud, his chest heaving with the effort of the fight. "Hail, M. Sergius Silus!" his men cried. "Hail to the conqueror!" And so, with the Gauls defeated and the victory won, M. Sergius Silus and his men returned home, their hearts filled with pride and the knowledge that they had fought bravely in the face of great adversity. Question: same story but a massive snow storm suddenly appears and Silus curses the gods and threatens to overthrow the republic ChatGPT: M. Sergius Silus stood at the front of his legion, his armor glinting in the early morning sun. They were about to face a fierce enemy army, and he knew the stakes were high. He raised his sword and gave a fierce battle cry, signaling to his men to charge.But just as they were about to engage in combat, a massive snow storm appeared out of nowhere. The winds howled and the snow fell in thick sheets, making it nearly impossible to see. M. Sergius Silus cursed the gods, his anger and frustration boiling over. "Why have you forsaken us?" he shouted. "I swear, if we do not emerge victorious, I will overthrow the republic!" Despite the treacherous conditions, M. Sergius Silus and his men fought on, their determination and training carrying them through the storm. The sound of clashing swords and shields filled the air as they battled against the enemy, their muscles straining in the icy cold. In the end, their bravery and determination led them to victory, and M. Sergius Silus emerged triumphant, his anger towards the gods temporarily quelled. ---- I am impressed with the speed of the responses and the responses themselves. Obviously I am just playing around here but I think this AI will certainly have its impact as it develops. It could crank out that 1000 word essay any high schooler is looking for in under a minute.. lol. Question: write a 3 paragraph expression of goodwill for Saturnalia to the members of Numis Forums ChatGPT: Greetings to all the members of Numis Forums! As the holiday of Saturnalia approaches, I wanted to take a moment to extend my warmest wishes to each and every one of you. It has been a pleasure to be a part of this community and to learn from all of your collective expertise and knowledge. I am grateful for the opportunity to engage with such a diverse and passionate group of individuals, and I hope that this holiday season brings you all joy and happiness. May the celebrations of Saturnalia bring you laughter, feasting, and time spent with loved ones. May the new year bring prosperity and success to all of us. Here's to a bright and promising future for Numis Forums! --I suggest having some fun with it...

My gift was dropped in the mail this evening.. should arrive just in time! Io Saturnalia!

I like this sestertius for a few reasons - one is the "BRIT" in the legend.. COMMODUS AUGUSTUS AE sestertius. 184–185 AD. M COMMODVS ANTO—N AVG PIVS BRIT, laureate head of Commodus right. Reverse - VOTA SVSCEP DECEN P M TR P X IMP VII COS IIII P P, emperor, veiled and togate, sacrificing left from patera over tripod, S—C across field. 33mm, 24.4g. The 'Vota suscepta decennalia' was celebrated every ten years, regardless of how long the current emperor had been in power.

I am a low end collector and most of my purchases are under $150... regular mail - cheaper the better. I have never had a coin disappear. Takes awhile but they arrive safe and sound. With DHL I always get a phone call or text: "want the delivery? eTransfer $30 or its not coming".. even though I've paid premium shipping already to the seller. Its not customs or anything - its a ransom fee. Screw DHL - avoid at all costs. PROOF: https://www.cbc.ca/news/business/dhl-class-action-hidden-fees-1.5987195

Amazing coin...

WOW!!!! Thanks for posting!

I obviously have no idea what happened but I do not trust DHL and do everything I can NOT to use that company. They've been running a ransom scam in Canada for awhile.. https://www.cbc.ca/news/business/dhl-class-action-hidden-fees-1.5987195

Drop a Hadrian in a field out there... see what happens...

5 years now since this Canadian icon died... a poet. If you're interested in love and bravery.... then pack your patience for this.. its beautiful. He had weeks to live at the point of this interview...

Well I learned something today... but I think I will lay off on my bid this time... $80K starting bid ..lol If you're willing to bid.. well here you go.. and here is the link ..and the very interesting write up: https://www.biddr.com/auctions/nac/browse?a=3004&l=3384501 The below text from: Uranius Antoninus, 253 – 254 Aureus, Emesa 253-254, AV 5.84 g. L IVL AVR SVLP VRA ANTONINVS Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust r. Rev. FE – CVND – ITAS AVG Fortuna standing l., holding rudder and cornucopia. C 3. RIC 3a. Baldus, Uranius Antoninus, 66 (this coin illustrated). Mazzini 3 (this coin). R. Delbrueck, Uranius at Emesa, NC 1948, p. 17, 8-9 (these dies). Calicó 3385 (these dies). Extremely rare and in exceptional condition for the issue, undoubtedly among the finest specimens known. A very interesting portrait perfectly struck in high relief. Virtually as struck and almost Fdc Ex NAC 2, 1990, 783 and Leu 93, 2005, Perfectionist, 95 sales. From the Mazzini collection and from the Homs hoard. Uranius Antoninus, the hereditary priest of Aphrodite and the sun-god El-Gabal in Emesa, was hailed emperor in the midst of a Sasanian invasion of Roman territories. His extraordinary coinage includes imperial-style aurei (and very rare denarii struck from aureus dies) and three types of provincial-style coinage, and can be dated to 253/4 due to the fortunate use of a Seleucid Era date on a provincial bronze. All of his aurei bear Latin inscriptions, and since they do not display any imperial titles they are able to record (in abbreviated form) his full name, Lucius Julius Aurelius Sulpicius Uranius Antoninus. By contrast, his provincial coins have Greek inscriptions that bear the Greek versions of the titles imperator and Augustus, and generally provide him only with the name Sulpicius Antoninus. His aurei were struck at a heavy standard for the period – something between 55 and 60 per Roman pound. His contemporaries lagged far behind: Trebonianus Gallus (251-253) struck aurei at 1/90th of a pound, and even in their accession year of 253/254, when aurei of Valerian and Gallienus were struck at the heaviest standard of their reigns, they were only 1/70th of a pound. Since Uranius Antoninus' silver 'tetradrachms' are about 90 percent pure and weigh about eight grams they likely were valued at ten per aureus. The aurei bear an interesting array of reverse types, some distinctive and others which are borrowed from imperial coins that would have been found in circulation. Others, instead, refer to local religion and reflect the close link between Principi Sacerdotes of Emesa and the great local god Elagabal, or the Baal of Emesa. Graded MS* Strike 5/5 Surface 4/5, NGC certification number 6556714-033