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ROMAN GOLD

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Historical Context: his coin was minted by the ROMAN EMPIRE during the reign of TITUS.  Titus Flavius Vespasianus, born in 41, was the elder son of Vespasian and Flavia Domitilla. He later served in Germany and Britain and commanded a legion in his father's Jewish campaign. When Vespasian left, Titus remained to carry on the war and captured Jerusalem in 70.  He proved himself an excellent leader.  Following the natural disasters of 79 and 80 AD, including the eruption of My. Vesuvius, he initiated efforts to rebuild and to sooth the concerns of the Roman people.  He was deeply mourned when he died prematurely in 81 AD. 

Obv:  Titus
Rev:  Dolphin wrapped around an Anchor - Sacrifice to Ask PROTECTION from NATURAL DISASTERS
Diameter:  19 mm (about the size of a US Penny)
Weight:  6.9 grams
Condition:  Fine

               SOLD  $2195 plus shipping
                                      (Estimated Sear Millenium value at $3,000 in Very Fine)

Historical Context: These coins were minted by the ROMAN EMPIRE during the reign of AUGUSTUS (29 BC – 14 AD). Born as Gaius Julius Octavianus, he was the first Roman emperor. Great nephew of Julius Caesar who adopted him as heir to the throne. He joined Mark Antony and Lepidus in forming the Second Triumvirate to defeat Brutus. Later he opposed Marc Antony (with Cleopatra) and defeated them at the Battle of Actium. For this he received the title of Augustus (emperor) from the Senate and became the ruler of the Roman world in 29 B.C. He set in place much of the Roman Government that allowed them to prosper as an empire for 500 years. Died in AD 14 at the age of 77. 

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#11865: SILVER Denarius,
Augustus, 29 BC to 14 AD,
Caius & Lucius Rev !!

Historical Context:  See above 

Obv:  Augustus
Rev:  Caesars, Caius and Lucius, each holding a shield. Above are preistly implements indicating their assumption of priestly duties
Diameter:  19 mm (about the size of a US Penny)
Condition:  Very Fine, reverse slightly off center 

             SOLD    $219 plus shipping

#11884: SILVER Denarius,
Augustus, 29 BC to 14 AD,
Caius & Lucius Rev !!

Historical Context:  See above 

Obv:  Augustus
Rev:  Caesars, Caius and Lucius, each holding a shield. Above are preistly implements indicating their assumption of priestly duties
Diameter:  19 mm (about the size of a US Penny)
Condition:  Very Fine, reverse slightly off center 

             SOLD   $279 plus shipping

#11867: SILVER Denarius,
Augustus, 29 BC to 14 AD,
Caius & Lucius Rev !!

Historical Context:  See above 

Obv:  Augustus
Rev:  Caesars, Caius and Lucius, each holding a shield. Above are preistly implements indicating their assumption of priestly duties
Diameter:  19 mm (about the size of a US Penny)
Condition:  Very Fine, reverse slightly off center 

             SOLD   $149 plus shipping

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Historical Context: See above "Historical Context." 

Obv: Augustus
Rev: Legend "IMP AVG" and "ACT," Apollo holding Plectum
"ACT" refers to Actium  
Diameter: 18 mm (about the size of a US Penny)
Condition: Fine plus, Some potential tooling

                SOLD    $239 plus shipping

Historical Context:   See above

Obv:  Augustus
Rev:  Altar, "PROVIDENT" and Large "SC," meaning "Senatus Consulto" (with Permission of the Senate)
Diameter:  28 mm (about diameter of US $.50)
Condition:  about Very Fine

               SOLD    $299 plus shipping

Historical Context:   See above

Obv:  Augustus
Rev:  Altar, "PROVIDENT" and Large "SC," meaning "Senatus Consulto" (with Permission of the Senate)
Diameter:  28 mm (almost diameter of US $.50)
Condition:  about Very Fine, Corrosion pits on rev

               SOLD    $179 plus shipping

Historical Context:   See above

Obv:  Augustus
Rev:  Altar, "PROVIDENT" and Large "SC," meaning "Senatus Consulto" (with Permission of the Senate)
Diameter:  30 mm (about diameter of US $.50)
Condition:  Fine/Corrosion spots

               SOLD   $129 plus shipping

Historical Context:   See above

Obv:  Augustus
Rev:  Legend and Large "SC," meaning "Senatus Consulto" (with Permission of the Senate)
Diameter:  29 mm (almost diameter of US $0.50 and twice as thick at center)
Condition:  Very Fine, Nice Olive green patina

               SOLD   $239 plus shipping

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Historical Context:   See above

Obv:  Victory placing Wreath
Rev:  Military Standards
Diameter:  18 mm (about the size of a US Penny) - Very Large for this issue
Condition:  about Very Fine

               SOLD    $59.95 plus shipping

Historical Context:   See above

This issue (with the P P) is the scarcest of the standard weight Nemausus dupondii. Interestingly, the captive crocodile is still used on the coat of arms of Nimes (formerly Nemausus).

Obv:  Agrippa (left) and Augustus (right)
Rev:  Crocodile (representing Egypt) chained to Tree
Diameter:  25 mm (about the same diameter as a US Quarter)
Condition:  Very Fine/Fine

              SOLD   $249 plus shipping

Historical Context:  Born 63 BC, he was a class-mate and boyhood friend of Augustus. He sided with Augustus during the civil war and served with great distinction. He led Augustus’ fleet to victory over Mark Anthony at Actium in 31 BC. He later married Augustus’ dauther, Julia, in 18 BC and was the heir to Augustus' throne.  However, he died unexpectedly in 11 BC.

#10848: ROMAN As, Agrippa, 29 to 11 BC
Neptune Reverse !!

Historical Context:  See above

Obv:  Agrippa
Rev:  Neptune standing, holding Trident
Diameter:  29 mm (about size of a US $.50) = Broad Flan for type
Condition:  about Very Fine, Some corrosion spots

              SOLD    $109 plus shipping

Historical Context:  TIBERIUS (14 – 37 AD) was born into a highly distinguish clan (the Claudii), he was only four years old when his Mother divorced her husband and married Octavian (later Augustus). He served Augustus as a military commander, participating in the Battle of Actium, where Marc Antony and Cleopatra’s forces were defeated. He succeeded Augustus in 14 AD and he was succeeded by Caligula when he died of natural causes.  Tiberius was the Roman Emperor during the adult life of Jesus Christ.

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#11883: ROMAN Denarius, Tiberius, 14 to 37 AD
TRIBUTE PENNY (of Bible Fame) !!
One of Three Coin types mentioned in the Bible !!

Historical Context:  See above

Also, this is the coin type that Jesus Christ held when he said "Give unto Caesar that which is Caesar's and give unto the Lord that which is the Lord's"

Obv:  Tiberius
Rev:  Livia seated
Diameter:  18 mm (about the size of a US Penny)
Weight:  3.7 grams
Condition:  Very Fine, Bright surfaces

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#11877: ROMAN Denarius, Tiberius, 14 to 37 AD
TRIBUTE PENNY (of Bible Fame) !!
One of Three Coin types mentioned in the Bible !!

Historical Context:  See above

Also, this is the coin type that Jesus Christ held when he said "Give unto Caesar that which is Caesar's and give unto the Lord that which is the Lord's"

Obv:  Tiberius
Rev:  Livia seated
Diameter:  19 mm (about the size of a US Penny)
Weight:  3.6 grams
Condition:  Fine, light pososity

               SOLD    $299 plus shipping

#11866: ROMAN Denarius, Tiberius, 14 to 37 AD
TRIBUTE PENNY (of Bible Fame) !!
One of Three Coin types mentioned in the Bible !!

Historical Context:  See above

Also, this is the coin type that Jesus Christ held when he said "Give unto Caesar that which is Caesar's and give unto the Lord that which is the Lord's"

Obv:  Tiberius
Rev:  Livia seated
Diameter:  19 mm (about the size of a US Penny)
Weight:  3.6 grams
Condition:  Fine plus, Slightly porous surfaces, Much Nicer in hand

               SOLD    $229 plus shipping

#11861: ROMAN Denarius, Tiberius, 14 to 37 AD, Silver FOURRE'
TRIBUTE PENNY (of Bible Fame) !!
One of Three Coin types mentioned in the Bible !!

Historical Context:  See above

Also, this is the coin type that Jesus Christ held when he said "Give unto Caesar that which is Caesar's and give unto the Lord that which is the Lord's"

A Fourre' coin is a bronze core with silver outer layer.

Obv:  Tiberius
Rev:  Livia seated
Diameter:  19 mm (about the size of a US Penny)
Weight:  3.6 grams
Condition:  Fine plus, Slightly porous surfaces, Much Nicer in hand

               SOLD    $189 plus shipping

#11092: ROMAN Bronze As, Tiberius, 14 to 37 AD
Carthago Nova, Spain

RARE Dynastic Coin!!

Historical Context:  An interesting dynastic issue. Scarce. These two caesars are not the same persons as the later emperor Nero, and Drusus, the son of Tiberius, of the same names who are listed separately below. Nero and Drusus caesars were eventually accused of plotting against Tiberius and imprisoned. Drusus caesar was starved to death, at the end gnawing on his bedding to survive. Nero caesar was imprisoned on the island of Ponza and also either starved to death or forced to commit suicide.

Obv:  TI CAESAR DIVI AVGVSTI F AVGVSTVS P M, laureate head of Tiberius right
Rev:  NERO and DRUSUS CAESARS

Diameter:  27 mm (larger than a US Quarter and twice as thick)
Condition:  Very Fine/Earthen highlights

              BUY NOW    $329  plus shipping

#11853: ROMAN Bronze As, Tiberius, 14 to 37 AD
Caduceus - Medical Symbol !!  

Historical Context:  See above

Obv:  Tiberius
Rev:  Legend and Large "SC," meaning "Senatus Consulto" (with Permission of the Senate) and Caduceus (Medical Symbol)
Diameter:  27 mm (larger than a US Quarter and twice as thick)
Condition:  Fine/Light porosity

              SOLD    $129  plus shipping

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#11072: ROMAN Bronze As, Tiberius, 14 to 37 AD
SHARP Potrait !!  

Historical Context:  See above

Obv:  Tiberius
Rev:  Legend and Large "SC," meaning "Senatus Consulto" (with Permission of the Senate)
Diameter:  27 mm (larger than a US Quarter and twice as thick)
Condition:  Very Fine/Light porosity

              BUY NOW    $199  plus shipping

#11834: ROMAN Bronze As, Tiberius, 14 to 37 AD
SHARP Potrait !!  

Historical Context:  See above

Obv:  Tiberius
Rev:  Legend and Large "SC," meaning "Senatus Consulto" (with Permission of the Senate)
Diameter:  27 mm (larger than a US Quarter and twice as thick)
Condition:  Very Fine

              SOLD    $229  plus shipping

#11192: ROMAN Bronze As, Tiberius, 14 to 37 AD
 

Historical Context:  See above

Obv:  Tiberius
Rev:  Female Seated (Livia?), Legend and Large "SC," meaning "Senatus Consulto" (with Permission of the Senate)
Diameter:  27 mm (larger than a US Quarter and twice as thick)
Condition:  Fine/Light roughness

              BUY NOW    $199  plus shipping

#11194: ROMAN Bronze As, Tiberius, 14 to 37 AD
 

Historical Context:  See above

Obv:  Tiberius
Rev:  Female Seated (Livia?), Legend and Large "SC," meaning "Senatus Consulto" (with Permission of the Senate)
Diameter:  27 mm (larger than a US Quarter and twice as thick)
Condition:  Fine/Light roughness

              SOLD    $199  plus shipping

#11191: ROMAN Bronze As, Drusus, Son of Tiberius, 14 to 37 AD
 

Historical Context:  See above

Obv:  Drusus
Rev:  Legend and Large "SC," meaning "Senatus Consulto" (with Permission of the Senate)
Diameter:  27 mm (larger than a US Quarter and twice as thick)
Condition:  Very Fine/Light porosity

              SOLD    $199  plus shipping

Historical Context:  Most of the coins minted in his name were minted during the reign of Caligua.  Germanicus was a popular and successful general winning victories against numerous enemies.  He was designated to succeed Tiberius, but died under suspicious circumstances.  His wife and all but one of his sons were murdered or ordered to commit suicide by Tiberius.  Caligula, the only surviving family member, succeeded Tiberius.

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Historical Context:  See above

Obv:  Germanicus, Left Facing (Rare Type)
Rev:  Legend and Large "SC," meaning "Senatus Consulto" (with Permission of the Senate)
Diameter:  29 mm (almost the size of US $.50)
Condition:  Fine plus, Corrosion pits on Rev

               SOLD $219  plus shipping

Historical Context:  See above

Obv:  Germanicus, Left Facing (Rare Type)
Rev:  Legend and Large "SC," meaning "Senatus Consulto" (with Permission of the Senate)
Diameter:  29 mm (almost the size of US $.50)
Condition:  Fine plus, Corrosion encrustation on Rev

               SOLD  $199  plus shipping

Historical Context:  See above

Obv:  Germanicus, Right Facing
Rev:  Legend and Large "SC," meaning "Senatus Consulto" (with Permission of the Senate)
Diameter:  28 mm (substantially larger than US Quarter)
Condition:  Fine plus, Corrosion encrustation on Rev

               SOLD  $139  plus shipping

Historical Context:  Caligula was the great grandson of the princple adversaries of the Battle of Actium, Augustus and Marc Antony.  He was born with the name Gaius. Caligula is a nickname he earned while small boy referring to a miniature soldier's uniform he wore. Caligula means "Little Boots." Caligula was the son of Germanicus and Agrippina and was born 12 AD. He assumed the throne at age 25 upon the death of Tiberius, his adoptive grandfather. He would become well known for his mental instability and reign of terror his insanity caused from such a privileged position. He believed himself to be a living god. He was eventually murdered, dieing at the relatively young age of 29.  His excesses included trying and killing much of the Rome upperclass, seizing their wealth.  Eventually, everyone felt threatened and this probably led to his assassination.   

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Historical Context:  See above

Obv:  Caligula
Rev:  Vesta
Diameter:  27 mm (larger than a US Quarter)
Condition:  Fine plus 

              SOLD   $339  plus shipping

Historical Context:  See above

Obv:  Caligula
Rev:  Vesta
Diameter:  27 mm (larger than a US Quarter)
Condition:  Fine plus, Obv. Nice in hand

              SOLD  $249  plus shipping

Historical Context:  This coin was minted by the ROMAN EMPIRE during the reign of CLAUDIUS (41 - 54 AD).  Born Tiberius Claudius Drusus, a childhood attack of infantile paralysis had left him with a grotesque appearance. He was proclaimed (or actually adopted) emperor by the Praetorian Guard.  In spite of all that,  he proved himself a very capable administrator. He married his niece, Agrippina Junior, and adopted her son, Nero, who became the heir to the throne. He died in 54, most likely by poisoning by his wife, so that her son would be assured to succeed him.

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Historical Context:  See above

Obv:  Claudius
Rev:  CERES, Roman Goddess of the Wheat Harvest
Diameter:  29 mm (almost the size of a US $.50)
Condition:  Fine plus, Excellent Surfaces on Obv., Rev is rougher

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Obv:  Claudius
Rev:  CERES, Roman Goddess of the Wheat Harvest
Diameter:  28 mm (between diameters of US Quarter and US $.50)
Condition:  Fine plus/about Fine

              SOLD  $139  plus shipping

Historical Context:  See above

Obv:  Claudius
Rev:  Minerva, Roman Goddess of War !!
Diameter:  29 mm (almost the diameter of a US $.50)
Condition:  about Very Fine, porousity

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Obv:  Claudius
Rev:  Minerva, Roman Goddess of War !!
Diameter:  28 mm (somewhat larger than US Quarter)
Condition: Very Fine plus/Fine plus, Excellent Fields

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Obv:  Claudius
Rev:  Minerva, Roman Goddess of War !!
Diameter:  28 mm (somewhat larger than US Quarter)
Condition: Very Fine/Fine

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Historical Context:  See above

Obv:  Claudius
Rev:  Minerva, Roman Goddess of War !!
Diameter:  28 mm (somewhat larger than US Quarter)
Condition: Very Fine plus/Fine plus, Excellent Fields

              SOLD  $399  plus shipping

Historical Context:  See above

Obv:  Claudius
Rev:  Minerva, Roman Goddess of War !!
Diameter:  28 mm (somewhat larger than US Quarter)
Condition: Fine, Nicer in hand

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Historical Context:  See above

Obv:  Claudius
Rev:  LIBERTAS, Roman personnification of LIBERTY!!
Diameter:  27 mm (larger than a US Quarter)
Condition:  Fine plus

         SOLD  $99.95 plus shipping

Historical Context:  See above

Obv:  Claudius
Rev:  CERES, Roman Goddess of the Grain Harvest!!
Diameter:  29 mm (significantly larger than a US Quarter)
Condition:  Very Fine/Fine plus, thin patina

         BUY NOW  $199 plus shipping

Historical Context: Antonia was the daughter of Marc Anotnoy and Octavia, sister to Octavian, later Emperor Augustus.  She was raised along side of Cleopatra Selene II (also known as Cleopatra VIII of Egypt or Cleopatra VIII) a Ptolemaic Princess and was the only daughter to Ptolemaic queen Cleopatra VII of Egypt and Roman triumvir Mark Antony.

Obv: Antonia
Rev: Claudius
Diameter: 28 mm diameter (about the size of a US $0.50)
Weight: 12.5 grams
Condition: Fine, Slightly porous surfaces and one large pit on rev  

           SOLD   $239  plus shipping

Historical Context:  These coins were minted by the ROMAN EMPIRE during the reign of NERO, 54-68 AD. He was the son of Agrippina Junior, Clausius’ niece and later adopted by Claudius. Nero rose the throne when Claudius died in 54, apparently poisoned by orders of Agrippina. (Nero’s mother). He is usually credited with starting the great fire of Rome in 64 AD. He subsequently blamed the Christians for the fire, subjecting 1,000’s of them to public execution. His power was broken by a revolt in Gaul and he committed suicide.  Following his suicide were the very short reigns of Galba, Otho, and Vitellius. 

Historical Context:  See above 

Obv:  Nero, Right facing
Rev:  Nero, as Apollo, Playing Lyre
Diameter:  28 mm (about the size of a US $.50 and twice as thick)
Condition:  about Very Fine, Porosity

               SOLD  $179 plus shipping

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Historical Context:  See above 

Obv:  Nero, right facing
Rev:  Jupiter seated
Diameter:  17 mm (about the size of a US Dime)
Condition:  about Fine

               SOLD $269 plus shipping

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Historical Context:  See above 

Obv:  Nero, left facing
Rev:  Nero Riding with Military Officer
Diameter:  35 mm (about the size of a US Silver Dollar and twice as thick)
Condition:  about Fine

               SOLD   $849 plus shipping

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Obv:  Nero, left facing
Rev:  Roma Seated
Diameter:  37 mm (about the size of a US Silver Dollar and twice as thick)
Condition:  about Very Fine, Some Porosity and Waxed

               SOLD    $749 plus shipping

Historical Context:  See above 

Obv:  Nero, Right facing
Rev:  Roma Seated
Diameter:  37 mm (about the size of a US Silver Dollar and twice as thick)
Condition:  about Fine, Porosity, Corrosion spots, Flan crack at 6:00

               BUY NOW   $269 plus shipping

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Obv:  Nero, right facing
Rev:  Temple of Janus, Doors closed, indicating the Empire is at Peace 
Diameter:  28 mm (slightly larger than a US Quarter)
Condition:  about Very Fine

               SOLD  $179 plus shipping

Historical Context:  See above 

Obv:  Nero, left facing
Rev:  Securitas Seated
Diameter:  29 mm (about diameter of US $.50)
Condition:  Fine, Earthen highlights

               SOLD $169 plus shipping

Historical Context:  See above 

Obv:  Nero, right facing
Rev:  VICTORY Placing a Wreath (Indicating Military Victory)
Diameter:  28 mm (slightly larger than a US Quarter)
Condition:  about Very Fine, Some Porosity and Waxed

               SOLD $169 plus shipping

Historical Context:  See above 

Obv:  Nero, right facing
Rev:  VICTORY Placing an Shield inscribed with "SPQR," meaning "The Senate and People of Rome"
Diameter:  28 mm (slightly larger than a US Quarter)
Condition:  Very Fine

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Obv:  Nero, right facing
Rev:  VICTORY Placing an Shield inscribed with "SPQR," meaning "The Senate and People of Rome"
Diameter:  28 mm (slightly larger than a US Quarter)
Condition:  Very Fine (Photo exatgerates the green color, real coin more olive green color)

               SOLD  $329 plus shipping

Historical Context:  See above 

Obv:  Nero, left facing
Rev:  VICTORY Placing an Shield inscribed with "SPQR," meaning "The Senate and People of Rome"
Diameter:  28 mm (slightly larger than a US Quarter)
Condition:  Very Fine (Nicer in hand than photo indicates)

               BUY NOW  $249 plus shipping

Historical Context:  See above 

Obv:  Nero, left facing
Rev:  VICTORY Placing an Shield inscribed with "SPQR," meaning "The Senate and People of Rome"
Diameter:  28 mm (slightly larger than a US Quarter)
Condition:  Very Fine/Fine

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Historical Context:  See above 

Obv:  Nero, left facing
Rev:  VICTORY Placing an Shield inscribed with "SPQR," meaning "The Senate and People of Rome"
Diameter:  28 mm (slightly larger than a US Quarter)
Condition:  about Very Fine (Much Nicer in hand than photo indicates)

               BUY NOW  $299 plus shipping

Historical Context:  See above 

Obv:  Nero, Left facing
Rev:  VICTORY Placing an Shield inscribed with "SPQR," meaning "The Senate and People of Rome"
Diameter:  28 mm (slightly larger than a US Quarter)
Condition:  about Fine
 

               BUY NOW  $149 plus shipping

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Obv:  Nero, Right facing
Rev:  VICTORY Placing an Shield inscribed with "SPQR," meaning "The Senate and People of Rome"
Diameter:  28 mm (slightly larger than a US Quarter)
Condition:  about Very Fine/Fine

               BUY NOW  $239 plus shipping

Historical Context:  See above 

Obv:  Nero, Right facing
Rev:  VICTORY Placing an Shield inscribed with "SPQR," meaning "The Senate and People of Rome"
Diameter:  28 mm (slightly larger than a US Quarter)
Condition:  about Very Fine, Corrosion pitts  

               BUY NOW  $189 plus shipping

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Obv:  Nero, right facing
Rev:  ROMA Seated, Placing Wreath
Diameter:  28 mm (slightly larger than a US Quarter)
Condition:  Very Fine (Nicer, smoother fileds, in hand than photo indicates)

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Obv:  Nero, Left facing
Rev:  Securitas Seated on Throne
Diameter:  28 mm (almost size of US $.50)
Condition:  Fine, Crack stable

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Historical Context: Galba was 72 years old and a Senator when he was saluted emperor immediately after Nero's demise.  He was well to do, having inherited 32 millions sesterii from Livia, mother of Tiberius.  Galba proved to be an ineffective emperor.  First, the Praetorian Guard (his body guards) were irritated because Galba failed to reward them for proclaiming him emperor.  Second, he named a successor that had no military experience, angering the Praetorian, and this offended Otho, who expected to succeed Galba.  Otho lead a revote within the Praetorian Guard against Galba, whom they murdered.  

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Historical Context:  See above 

Obv:  Galba
Rev:  Roma standing, Holding Victory
Diameter:  18 mm (about the size of a US Dime)
Condition:  Fine.

              SOLD  $289  plus shipping
                       (ex-Pegasi @ $350)

Historical Context:  See above 

Obv:  Galba
Rev:  Diety Standing, foot on globe and sacrificing puring libation on altar, (Standard books say it is Salus, but, I did not believe so)
Diameter:  16 mm (about the size of a US Dime)
Condition:  about Fine, Much nicer in hand

               SOLD $349  plus shipping

Obv:  Galba
Rev:  Victory holding Military Trophy, Large "SC," meaning "Senatus Consulto," meaning "with permission of the Senate"
Diameter:  32 mm (about the diameter of a US Silver Dollar)
Condition:  Very Good plus, Nice patina

               BUY NOW  $349  plus shipping
                

Obv:  Galba
Rev:  Libertas, Roman personification of Liberty
Diameter:  27 mm (slightly larger than a US Quarter)
Condition:  Fine, Nice patina

               SOLD  $269  plus shipping

Obv:  Galba
Rev:  Roma
Diameter:  24 mm (about the diameter of a US Quarter)
Weight: 11.4 grams
Condition:  Very Good plus,

               BUY NOW  $169  plus shipping
               (exPegasi @ $225)

OTHO:  
Killed the Prior Emperor and then Himself 
69 AD

Historical Context: Otho was born in 32 AD to a distinguished Etruscan family.  He was ambitious and became a friend to Nero.  He gained Nero's trust and support by organizing Nero's debauches and may have played a role assisting Nero in the assassination of Agrippina (Nero's mother).  Otho married Poppaea and then lost her to Nero.  Thus, Otho was assigned a remote military post.  After Nero's death, Otho asserted himself against Galba.  His eventually captured and killed Galba and Otho became emperor.  However, Vitellius had the same aspirations and scored a stunning defeat against Otho's forces.  Distraught, Otho committed suicide, just three months after ascending to the purple.

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Historical Context:  See above 

Obv:  Otho
Rev:  Victory
Weight:  3.0 grams
Diameter:  18 mm (about the size of a US Dime)
Condition:  Fine/about Fine.

              SOLD $329  plus shipping

Historical Context: These coins were minted by the ROMAN EMPIRE during the reign of VITELLIUS (69 AD)!! Vitellius (Aulus Vitellius) was born into an equestrian family with a long tradition of serving the Julio-Claudian emperors. Vitellius served as Consul three time and was appointed to the College of the high preists.  Galba appointed Vitellius as Governor of Lower Germany. The troops assigned to him used him to rebel, under his name, proclaimimg him Imperator and Germanicus, and set out for Rome. They succeeded.  However, Vespasian had other thoughts and opposed him.  Ultimately, Vespasian succeeded and Vitellius was dragged into the streets and tortured to death!! 

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Vitellius
Rev:  Dolphin over Globe
Diameter:  17 mm (about the size of a US Penny)
Condition:  Fine

          SOLD  $219  plus shipping

Historical Context:  These coins were minted by the Roman Empire during the reign of Vespasian (69 to 79 AD).  T. Flavius Vespasianus, the son of Flavius Sabinus, a tax-gatherer, and Vespasia Polla. Despite his humble origin, his military skill carried him to a series of important posts, including the invasion of Britain and the revolt in Judea. In 69, he was proclaimed emperor. He quickly set about repairing the damage caused by the civil wars. He is the Emperor that built the Colesium. He proved to be a just and industrious ruler. He was deified by the Senate when he died.

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Vespasian
Rev:  Jewess (representing Judaea) bound at base of Palm Tree, Vespasian or Titus behind
Diameter:  17 mm (almost the size of a US Dime)
Weight:  3.1 grams
Condition:  Very Fine

               SOLD  $629 plus shipping
                                      (Estimated Van Meter value above $1,000 in Very Fine)

#9817: SILVER Denarius,
Vespasian, 69 to 79 AD,
JUDAEA CAPTA-Type !!

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Vespasian
Rev:  Captive Judaean bound and weeping at base of Military Trophy!!!  This reverse motif commemorates the VICTORY over JUDAEA.
Diameter:  18 mm (about the size of a US Penny)
Condition:  Fine

            SOLD $159 plus shipping

Special Purchase from the North Suffolk Hoard

A chance find of a single Roman silver coin in a North Suffolk field is set to bring a cash windfall to two metal detectorists and the farmer on whose land it was discovered.  Instead of one coin, retired Suffolk enthusiasts Norman Howard and John Halles eventually unearthed a hidden store of 206 denarii dating from the 2nd century BC to the 1st century AD

Link to article about hoard:  http://www.coinweek.com/ancient-coins/windfall-expected-from-the-north-suffork-hoard-of-roman-silver-coins/

This is a rare chance to own a Roman coin from a known hoard.

#10879: SILVER Denarius,
Vespasian, 69 to 79 AD,
North Suffolk Hoard

This coin featured in picture in atricle (center coin - upside down)

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Vespasian
Rev:  Aequitas (Roman Equity) Standing, Holding Scales
Diameter:  18 mm (about the size of a US Dime) 
Condition:  Fine

            SOLD  $199 plus shipping

#11493: SILVER Denarius,
Vespasian, 69 to 79 AD,

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Vespasian
Rev:  Mars, Roman God of War, Standing Holding Trophy
Diameter:  BIG FLAN - 20 mm (about the size of a US Dime) 
Condition:  Very Fine

            SOLD  $ 89.95 plus shipping

#8529: SILVER Denarius,
Vespasian, 69 to 79 AD,

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Vespasian
Rev:  Preistly Implements
Diameter:  18 mm (about the size of a US Dime) 
Condition:  Fine plus

            BUY NOW   $99.95 plus shipping

#10858: SILVER Denarius,
Vespasian, 69 to 79 AD,

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Vespasian
Rev:  Annona (Roman Goddess of the Harvest) Seated
Diameter:  18 mm (about the size of a US Dime) 
Condition:  about Fine

            SOLD  $69.95 plus shipping

#11832: SILVER Denarius,
Vespasian, 69 to 79 AD,
Caduceus!!!

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Vespasian
Rev:  Caduceus (Winged Staff, Often Associated with Medical Care)
Diameter:  17 mm (about the size of a US Dime) 
Condition:  Fine

            SOLD  $49.95 plus shipping

#11303: BRONZE As,
Vespasian, 69 to 79 AD,
JUDAEA CAPTA-Type !!

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Vespasian
Rev:  Captive Judaean bound and weeping at base of Palm Tree!!!  This reverse motif Commemorates the VICTORY over JUDAEA.
Diameter:  26 mm (slightly larger the size of a US Quarter)
Weight:  9.6 grams
Condition:  about Fine / about V. Good

            BUY NOW $299 plus shipping

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#11876: BRONZE As,
Vespasian, 69 to 79 AD,
with Altar !!

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Vespasian
Rev:  Altar indicating Vespasian peforming preistly duties
Diameter:  28 mm (almost the size of a US $.50 and thicker)
Condition:  Fine

            BUY NOW $129  plus shipping

#11365: BRONZE As,
Vespasian, 69 to 79 AD,
with SPES, Roman "Hope" !!

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Vespasian
Rev:  Spes, Roman "Hope," holding Flower
Diameter:  28 mm (almost the size of a US $.50 and thicker)
Condition:  Fine plus, Black patina

            BUY NOW  $169  plus shipping

#11361: BRONZE As,
Vespasian, 69 to 79 AD,
with Eagle on Globe !!

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Vespasian
Rev:  Eagle on Globe (Postumus Issue)
Diameter:  29 mm (almost the size of a US $.50 and thicker)
Condition:  Very Fine, Deep Brown patina, Earthen highlights (NIcer in hand than photo suggest)

            BUY NOW  $229  plus shipping

#11474: BRONZE Dupondius,
Vespasian, 69 to 79 AD,

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Vespasian
Rev:  Felicitas Standing, Roman personification of Happiness
Diameter:  27 mm (larger than the size of a US $.50 and thicker)
Condition:  Fine plus

           BUY NOW  $99.95  plus shipping

#11479: BRONZE Dupondius,
Vespasian, 69 to 79 AD,

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Vespasian
Rev:  Felicitas Standing, Roman personification of Happiness
Diameter:  27 mm (larger than the size of a US $.50 and thicker)
Condition:  Fine plus

           SOLD  $199  plus shipping

#11552: BRONZE Dupondius,
Vespasian, 69 to 79 AD,

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Vespasian
Rev:  Felicitas Standing, Roman personification of Happiness
Diameter:  27 mm (larger than the size of a US $.50 and thicker)
Condition:  Very Fine, Deep Rich Patina

           BUY NOW  $329  plus shipping

#11305: BRONZE Dupondius,
Vespasian, 69 to 79 AD,

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Vespasian
Rev:  Fides, Roman personification of Faithfulness
Diameter:  29 mm (almost the size of a US $.50 and thicker)
Condition:  Fine

           BUY NOW  $239  plus shipping

#11538: BRONZE As,
Vespasian, 69 to 79 AD,

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Vespasian
Rev:  Aequitas, Roman personification of Equity.
Diameter:  29 mm (almost the size of a US $.50 and thicker)
Condition:  Very Fine

           SOLD  $219  plus shipping

LARGE Silver Coin

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Vespasian (High Relief)
Rev:  Eagle on Olive Branch
Diameter:  26 mm (slightly larger than a US Quarter and thicker)
Condition:  Very Fine

            SOLD $149 plus shipping

Historical Context:  Titus Flavius Vespasianus, born in 41, was the elder son of Vespasian and Flavia Domitilla. He later served in Germany and Britain and commanded a legion in his father's Jewish campaign. When Vespasian left, Titus remained to carry on the war and captured Jerusalem in 70.  He proved himself an excellent leader.  Following the natural disasters of 79 and 80 AD, including the eruption of My. Vesuvius, he initiated efforts to rebuild and to sooth the concerns of the Roman people.  He was deeply mourned when he died prematurely in 81 AD.

(Double click for enlarged photo)

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Titus
Rev:  Dolphin wrapped around an Anchor - Sacrifice to Ask PROTECTION from NATURAL DISASTERS
Diameter:  19 mm (about the size of a US Penny)
Weight:  6.9 grams
Condition:  Fine

               SOLD  $2195 plus shipping
                                      (Estimated Sear Millenium value at $3,000 in Very Fine)

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Titus
Rev:  Jewess (representing Judaea) bound at base of Palm Tree, Titus behind
Diameter:  17 mm (almost the size of a US Dime)
Weight:  3.4 grams
Condition:  Very Fine / Extra Fine

               SOLD  $695 plus shipping
                                      (Estimated Van Meter value above $1,000 in Very Fine)

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Titus
Rev:  Dolphin over Altar (Refgerence to Neptune)
- Sacrifice to Ask PROTECTION from NATURAL DISASTERS
Diameter:  17 mm (about the size of a US Dime)
Condition:  Fine

            SOLD $99.95 plus shipping
              

#11221: Bronze As
Titus, 79 to 81 AD
JUDAEA CAPTA-Type !!

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Titus
Rev:  Captive Judaean, stripped of military gear, bound and weeping at base of Palm Tree!!!  This reverse motif commemorates the VICTORY over JUDAEA.
Diameter:  28 mm (between size of US Quarter and US $.50)
Condition:  Fine/VGood

        SOLD $199 plus shipping

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Titus
Rev:  Aequitas, meaning Equity  
Diameter:  28 mm (significantly larger than a US Quarter and twice as thick)
Condition:  Very Fine

            SOLD $189 plus shipping

Historical Context: This coin was minted by the ROMAN EMPIRE in during the reign of DOMITIAN, 81-96 AD.  Titus Flavius Domitianus was the younger son of Vespasian (Titus was the older brother). At the premature death of Titus, Domitian rose to the throne. He seems to have been an able and effective administrator. However, history has been unkind to him. He did little to gain the affections of astrocrats in Rome, which may be he was not well perceived in history.  He is known for being paranoid, predicting many plots against him.  He was finally right, being killed by a close servant.

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#11791:  AE As, DOMITIAN, 81 to 96 AD
Commerates the Saecular Games

Historical Context: This coin minted to commerate the Saeculum.  In 88 AD, Domitian initiated the Saecular Games (LVDI SAECVLVM), a celebration to mark the commencement of a new age, or Saeculum. The games were first celebrated in either 348 or 249 BC and were supposed to be held every 100 to 105 years; however, after 146 BC the schedule was thrown off track by civil wars and disruptions, and the next Saeculum was not celebrated until Augustus did so in 17 BC.

Obv:  IMP CAES DOMIT AVG GERM P M TR P VIII CENS PER P P, Domitian, Head Right
Rev:  COS XIIII LVD SAEC FEC, Domitian standing left sacrificing from patera over altar, with hexastyle temple in background, two attendants playing harp and pan pipes to left, SC in emerge. 
Diameter:  28 mm (almost the size of a US $.50)
Condition:   Very Fine plus

            BUY NOW  $1,195 plus shipping

#8405:  Denarius 
DOMITIAN, 81 to 96 AD
PEGASUS !!

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Domitian
Rev:  Pegasus
Diameter:  20 mm (almost the size of a US Nickel - Unusually BROAD Flan)
Condition:   about Very Fine

            BUY NOW  $119 plus shipping

#9375:  Denarius 
DOMITIAN, 81 to 96 AD
PEGASUS !!

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Domitian
Rev:  Pegasus
Diameter:  19 mm (about the size of a US Penny)
Condition:   Fine

            BUY NOW  $79.95 plus shipping

#10001:  Denarius 
DOMITIAN, 81 to 96 AD
PEGASUS !!

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Domitian
Rev:  Pegasus
Diameter:  19 mm (about the size of a US Penny)
Condition:   about Very Fine

            SOLD  $99.95 plus shipping

#9880:  Denarius 
DOMITIAN, 81 to 96 AD
Him on Hoseback!!

ex-Wayne Sayles

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Domitian
Rev:  Him on Horseback
Diameter:  18 mm (almost the size of a US Nickel - Unusually BROAD Flan)
Condition:   about Fine, some encrustations

            SOLD  $39.95 plus shipping

#10823:  Denarius 
DOMITIAN, 81 to 96 AD
MINERVA (Goddess of War)

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Domitian
Rev:  Minerva Standing holding Shield/Spear - Artistic engraving
Diameter:  18 mm (about the size of a US Penny)
Condition:   Very Fine plus, slightly porous surfaces - doesn't detract

             SOLD   $189 plus shipping

#9855:  Denarius 
DOMITIAN, 81 to 96 AD
MINERVA (Goddess of War)

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Domitian
Rev:  Minerva Standing holding Shield/Spear
Diameter:  18 mm (about the size of a US Penny)
Condition:   about Very Fine, flat spot on rev.

             SOLD    $89.95 plus shipping

#11245:  Denarius 
DOMITIAN, 81 to 96 AD
MINERVA (Goddess of War)

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Domitian
Rev:  Minerva Standing holding Shield/Spear - Artistic engraving
Diameter:  17 mm (about the size of a US Dime)
Condition:   about Very Fine, nicely toned, deposits on rev.

             BUY NOW   $89.95 plus shipping

#11496:  Denarius 
DOMITIAN, 81 to 96 AD
MINERVA (Goddess of War)

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Domitian
Rev:  Minerva Standing holding Shield/Spear - Artistic engraving
Diameter:  17 mm (about the size of a US Dime)
Condition:   about Very Fine, nicely toned, deposits on rev.

             SOLD   $49.95 plus shipping

#11582:  Denarius 
DOMITIAN, 81 to 96 AD
MINERVA (Goddess of War)

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Domitian
Rev:  Minerva Standing holding Shield/Spear - Artistic engraving
Diameter:  17 mm (about the size of a US Dime)
Condition:   Very Fine, light toning

             BUY NOW   $99.95 plus shipping

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#9809:  Denarius 
DOMITIAN, 81 to 96 AD
MINERVA (Goddess of War)

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Domitian
Rev:  Minerva Standing holding Shield/Spear on Prow of Ship
Diameter:  18 mm (about the size of a US Penny)
Condition:   Very Fine

             BUY NOW   $109 plus shipping

#10232:  Denarius 
DOMITIAN, 81 to 96 AD
MINERVA (Goddess of War)

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Domitian
Rev:  Minerva Standing holding Shield/Spear on Prow of Ship
Diameter:  18 mm (about the size of a US Penny)
Condition:   about Very Fine

             BUY NOW   $89.95 plus shipping

#9411:  Denarius 
DOMITIAN, 81 to 96 AD
Sacrifice to Ask PROTECTION from NATURAL DISASTERS 
(Ref; Eruption of Mt. Vesuvius - 79 AD)

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Domitian
Rev:  Helmet on Altar
Diameter:  18 mm (about the size of a US Penny)
Condition:   Fine

            BUY NOW  $99.95 plus shipping

#6678:  Bronze Sestertius, 
Domitian, 81 to 96 AD
JUPITER Seated 

LARGE and BOLD Coin !!

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Domitian
Rev:  Jupiter Seated
Diameter:  33 mm (almost the size of a US Silver Dollar, but, almost twice as thick)
Condition:  about Very Fine, some porosity, face side of portrait - excellent

             SOLD $ 179 plus shipping

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#11131:  Bronze Quadrans, 
Domitian, 81 to 96 AD

RHINOCEROS !!

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Rhino facing left
Rev:  Legend around "SC," meaning "senatus consulto", "with permission of the senate"
Diameter:  16 mm (almost the size of a US Penny)
Condition:  about Very Fine, nice patina

             SOLD  $139 plus shipping

#9815:  Bronze As, 
Domitian, 81 to 96 AD
Moneta (Roman Personification of Money) 

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Domitian
Rev:  Moneta (Roman Personification of Money) 
Diameter:  27 mm (significantly larger than a US Quarter and 2 times as thick)
Condition:  about Very Fine/Fine plus, Flat spot on rev

           SOLD $129 plus shipping

#10161:  Bronze Dupondius, 
Domitian, 81 to 96 AD
Virtus (Roman "Manliness") 

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Domitian
Rev:  Virtus (Roman personification of "Manliness")
Diameter:  27 mm (significantly larger than a US Quarter and 2-3 times as thick)
Condition:  Very Fine/Fine plus, Museum collection number stamp on obverse

           SOLD  $119 plus shipping
                                    (ex-Pegasi @ $150)

#9511:  Bronze As, 
Domitian, 81 to 96 AD

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Domitian
Rev:  Diety with Cornucopia
Diameter:  27 mm (significantly larger than a US Quarter and 2-3 times as thick)
Condition:  about Fine

           BUY NOW  $39.95 plus shipping
                                

#9342:  Bronze Dupondius, 
Domitian, 81 to 96 AD
Virtus (Roman "Manliness") 

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Domitian
Rev:  Virtus (Roman personification of "Manliness")
Diameter:  27 mm (significantly larger than a US Quarter and 2-3 times as thick)
Condition:  about Very Fine/Fine plus

           BUY NOW  $119 plus shipping

#10269:  Bronze As, 
Domitian, 81 to 96 AD
Minerva (Roman Goddess of War) 

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Domitian
Rev:  Minerva (Roman Goddess of War)
Diameter:  27 mm (significantly larger than a US Quarter and 2-3 times as thick)
Condition:  about Very Fine/Fine plus

           BUY NOW  $149 plus shipping

#11490:  Bronze Dupondius, 
Domitian, 81 to 96 AD
Fortuna (Roman "Good Luck") 

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Domitian
Rev:  Fortuna (Roman personification of "Good Luck")
Diameter:  29 mm (almost size of US $0.50)
Condition:  Fine/V Good

           SOLD  $199 plus shipping

Historical Context:  This coin was minted by the ROMAN EMPIRE during the reign of NERVA, 96 to 98 AD. Nerva was a distinguish senator. He served important roles under Nero, Vespasian and Domitian. At the death of Domitian he was raised to throne but died of natural causes after a reign of only 1 1/2 years. Nerva made one of the most fortunate decisions of all time by deciding to select his successor based on merit. He adopted Trajan to succeed him. They are known as the adoptive emperors. This was the beginning of the Golden Era of Rome.

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Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Nerva
Rev:  Aequitas standing, (Roman "Equity")
Diameter:  17 mm (about the size of a US penny)
Weight:   3.1 grams
Condition:  Fine

           SOLD  $129 plus shipping

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Nerva
Rev:  Sacrificial Implements
Diameter:  17 mm (about the size of a US penny)
Weight:   3.4 grams
Condition:  Fine plus

           SOLD $149 plus shipping

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Nerva
Rev:  Hands Clasping,
Diameter:  17 mm (about the size of a US penny)
Weight:   3.5 grams
Condition:  Very Fine, Well Toned

           SOLD $149 plus shipping

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Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Nerva
Rev:  FORTUNA seated, (Roman "GOOD LUCK")
Diameter:  16 mm (about the size of a US Dime)
Condition:  Fine

            SOLD  $99.95 plus shipping

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#11363: Bronze AS   
NERVA, 96 AD
Beginning of the ADOPTIVE EMPERORS !!
and the GOLDEN ERA !!
Fortuna Rev. !!

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Nerva
Rev:  Fortuna (Roman Personnification of Good Fortune)
Diameter:  28 mm (almost the size of a US $.50)
Condition:  V. Fine/Fine plus, some roughness

           SOLD  $129 plus shipping

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#7795: Bronze AS – 
NERVA, 96 AD
Beginning of the ADOPTIVE EMPERORS !!
and the GOLDEN ERA !!
Clasped Hands Rev. !!

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Nerva
Rev:  Clasped Hands (Indicating Agreement)
Diameter:  28 mm (almost the size of a US $.50)
Condition:  Very Fine

           SOLD  $109 plus shipping
           (ex Pegasi @ $125)

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#4294: Bronze AS – 
NERVA, 96 AD
Beginning of the ADOPTIVE EMPERORS !!
and the GOLDEN ERA !!
Libertas Rev. !!

Historical Context: See above  

Obv:  Nerva
Rev:  Libertas (Roman Personnification of Liberty)
Diameter:  28 mm (almost the size of a US $.50)
Condition:  Fine/V. Good, some roughness

           SOLD  $49.95 plus shipping

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