Coin Information: Tantalus S/N 37405
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| Coin type: | Roman Provincial |
| Entered by: | scottatlaw |
| Added on: | Apr 20, 2010 |
| Ruler: | Gordian III (AVGVSTVS) |
| Region, City: | Moesia Superior, Viminacium |
| Coin: | F+ AE Sestertius IMPGORDIANVSPIVSFELAVG - Laurelate, paludamentum draped over cuirass bust right (viewed from rear). PMSCV-MNC - Moesia standing, her arms extended holding palm branches, between advancing Bull and Lion. |
| Exergue: | ANV |
| Mint: | (Year 5) |
| Wt./Size/Axis: | 15.69g / 28mm / - |
| Rarity: | R10 (Unique?) |
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| Acquisition/Sale: | Numismatik Lanz München www.ebay.com 04-12-2010 |
| Notes: | May 20, 10 - Ancient forgery. See another coin from the same forger:
http://www.tantaluscoins.com/coins/31278.php Like that coin, to my knowledge this example is unique. Interestingly enough, this coin immitates the Moesia with standards reverse type. The change from standards to palm branches though is quite puzzling as it would seem to only increase the chances of someone spotting the forgery. |
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