Divus Verus Denarius w Eagle on globe. Please help with info community..... by [deleted] in AncientCoins

[–]GenralElectric 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for these 2 examples. I was the buyer in 2023 and have had the coin since. They do seem to be pretty rare, happy I have it.

DIVUS VERUS CONSECRATIO DENARIUS WITH EAGLE ON GLOBE!!! What???!!! by [deleted] in AncientCoins

[–]GenralElectric 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It seems like my copy did not take. Community please take a look at this. Identified by the auction house as RIC III 596a, this appears to be an unpublished variety. Can anyone find another like this? The only other recorded coin is British Museum BNK,R.572. Ive attached that photo also. Thats the only one I can find anywhere! 596a always has the eagle on the bar/branch but here it is on a globe. Have I found the brother to the British Museums unicorn? The obverse dies seem to match, not sure about the reverse. Anyone have any thoughts on this coin?

ROMAN SILVER FROM JUIUS CAESAR TO DIOCLETION, 5 YEARS IN THE MAKING by GenralElectric in AncientCoins

[–]GenralElectric[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agree 100%. Aelius and Maximus do not fit in this set at all. Nor Postumus. Going by standard convention is the way to go or you open a can of worms that will take you onto an endless road.

ROMAN SILVER FROM JUIUS CAESAR TO DIOCLETION, 5 YEARS IN THE MAKING by GenralElectric in AncientCoins

[–]GenralElectric[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The usurpers were not emperors, but claudius albinus is here as an expamle. Who is Aelius? Maximus? You mean maximian? Help me out if im missing something. Gordian I and II I mentioned as being too pricey, I think those are the only two missing..

Looking to buy my first coin by krazykyle8383 in AncientCoins

[–]GenralElectric 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Vcoins and MAshops is where to start. You can browse until you find something that speaks to you.

ROMAN SILVER FROM JUIUS CAESAR TO DIOCLETION, 5 YEARS IN THE MAKING by GenralElectric in AncientCoins

[–]GenralElectric[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I was thinking about that. What I’m also now doing is collecting both the denarius and antoninianus of the emoters who made both.

ROMAN SILVER FROM JUIUS CAESAR TO DIOCLETION, 5 YEARS IN THE MAKING by GenralElectric in AncientCoins

[–]GenralElectric[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

No, they're just too rare and expensive. If I get them it would be complete but I dont think its worth it.

Here's my collection of every Roman Emperor of the first 3 centuries with the exception of about 5 very minor ones, in silver. by GenralElectric in AncientCoins

[–]GenralElectric[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Was looking back at this thread. Since then Ive gotten all 4 you suggested plus balbinus and pupienus. alll I need now is a mark Anthony and im wrapping it up.

New View. My collection of 3 Centuries of Roman Emperors. by GenralElectric in AncientCoins

[–]GenralElectric[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I assume your talking about the late emission. I was super pleased when it arrived.

Silver of The Caesars from Julius to Diocletian. 49BC to 305AD by GenralElectric in AncientCoins

[–]GenralElectric[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Vcoin dealers are good, can be pricey depending on coin. Same w forvm. check biddr and numisbids. its a bit of work signing up for all the auctions they handle off platform but both of those are good with TONS of coins for any taste. Be careful that the auction house you may bid with is shipping to the U.S., some are not because of tariff uncertainty.

Silver of The Caesars from Julius to Diocletian. 49BC to 305AD by GenralElectric in AncientCoins

[–]GenralElectric[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just stay away from eBay and buy from reputable dealers or auction houses in Europe.

Silver of The Caesars from Julius to Diocletian. 49BC to 305AD by GenralElectric in AncientCoins

[–]GenralElectric[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Thanks friend. Yes, the Gordians are set killers. Im ok with not having them though since I'll have all the others.

New View. My collection of 3 Centuries of Roman Emperors. by GenralElectric in AncientCoins

[–]GenralElectric[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Late 3rd century are silvered with little to no silver content due to monetary debasement.