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@ambr0zieFirst of all, thank you for your respons. On my form I have a field that says "Weight Standard", and normally I am able to fill in for example "Roman Denarius Weight Standard in the case of a Denarius" or "Attic Weight Standard" etc. But with this coin I don't really know what to write there. I am sorry if this sounds confusing, but I am still learning the ropes.

Got it! I'll write that down, thank you!

Thank you very much for the information! The coin carries a weight of 4.53 grams. I believe this categorizes it as a didrachm that has significantly depreciated in weight over the years, likely having been on the lighter side even at the time of its minting. Do you happen to know the specific name of the weight standard employed for the didrachm from Caesarea?"

Greetings to all, Over the past few weeks, I've immersed myself in the captivating world of numismatics by diligently cataloging coins. However, I've encountered a particular coin that has proven to be quite challenging. Thanks to the generous assistance of the individuals in this forum, I have successfully identified the coin type as follows: https://rpc.ashmus.ox.ac.uk/search/browse?volume_id=&number=&city_id=&region_id=&province_id=&subprovince_id=&issue_id=&reign_id=&obverse_inscription_simplified=&reverse_inscription_simplified=&obverse_design=hadrian+r.&reverse_design=argaeus+stars&metal_id=&weight_min=&weight_max=&diameter_min=&diameter_max=&format= The following information I was able to find out: The political entity that emitted the type is the city of Caesarea (Cappadocia) The emperor for whom this coin was produced (I think) is Hadrian. (Seen on the obverse) The mint location is probably Caesarea The denomination is a didrachm (the coin probably lost a lot of its weight being 4.53 g) The description of the obverse type: Laureate head of Hadrian, right Obverse inscription: ΑΔΡΙΑΝΟϹ ϹΕΒΑϹΤΟϹ The description of the reverse type: Mount Argaeus surmounted by star; to left and right, stars Reverse inscription: ΥΠΑΤΟϹ Γ ΠΑΤΗΡ ΠΑΤΡ

Thank you so much, This is a Denarius coin right?

Here is the coin

Oh no, I'll try it again, thank you for letting me know!

I don't own the coin physically, but I'm trying to catalogue it. Can you see the two pictures underneath the post?

Thank you so much for responding. It's crystal clear to me now! Kind regards

Hello everyone, I'm relatively new to the fascinating world of numismatics. Recently, I stumbled upon a coin from the Roman Provincial era that has piqued my interest. Despite my efforts over the past few days using references such as CRRO, I've been unable to identify it. Could someone with more experience lend a hand? Here's what I've gathered about the coin: - It's a silver coin, weighing 4.53 grams and measuring 21 mm. - The reverse strongly resembles Mount Argaeus. - This seems to align with the obverse, which bears a striking resemblance to Gordian III. Do you think this could indeed be the correct identification for the coin? https://rpc.ashmus.ox.ac.uk/coins/7.2/3252 Thank you, Kind regards.

Hello everyone, I'm a newcomer to the world of numismatics and still navigating the complexities of ancient coins. Today, I delved into the topic of Weight Standards. I came across information indicating that Weight Standards played a crucial role in ancient gold and silver coin systems but were relatively less significant for base metals like copper, bronze, potin, etc. I'm curious to understand why this is? Could someone kindly shed some light on this for me? Additionally, and forgive me if this seems basic, but why were Weight Standards deemed so crucial? Was it due to the fact that governments could exert greater control over coin production and standardisation, thereby fostering increased trust in the currency (for instance in the context of trade)? Thanks a lot! Many regards.

Greetings everyone, I am relatively new to the fascinating world of numismatics. Recently, I came across a coin and have been diligently trying to identify it, but my efforts have been in vain so far. Here is what I've been able to uncover about the coin: - It's a Roman imperial coin made of silver. - The reverse features Venus, a fact confirmed by an inscription that reads "VENVSV...". (perhaps VENVS VICTRIX?) - Venus is depicted holding what appears to be a bird (or perhaps an apple?) in her left hand and a sceptre in her right. - On the obverse, I recognize a diademed (female?) figure, bearing a striking resemblance to the bust of Julia Mamaea. Could anyone lend a hand in identifying this coin? Any assistance would be greatly appreciated! I've been primarily using https://numismatics.org/ocre/ for my quest to unravel the mystery of this coin. It looks a lot like this coin, but I remain uncertain... http://numismatics.org/ocre/id/ric.4.sa.358 Thank you in advance, Warm regards.

Hi everyone, I'm quite new to the hobby/study of numismatics. Recently I came across a coin from the Roman Republic that I have never seen before. For days I have been trying to identify this coin using catalogues like CRRO. Can anyone with more experience than me help me out? This is so for what I (think) know about the coin. - Silver coin from the Roman Republic - Obverse: Diademed head of Venus? - Reverse: horseman or a galloping horse?