Constantin Providentiae Caess

namtar55: If you have interest in history, then Ancients is the place to be. Greek, Roman, Byzantine, Medieval. Personally, I focus on Roman Imperial, but have dabbled in Roman Republic and Greek. Many of us here used to collect Modern coins and some still collect both. Personally, I like the idea of being able to hold my coin and research the history. With Moderns you don't dare touch them or clean them. But to each his own. If you choose Ancients, we here on this discussion board will help you identify and research, and show you where to find all the sources in order to attribute yourself. Anyway, good luck in whatever you decide.

As far as the Ancients in the lot you purchased, post them here. We'll be honest and give our opinions on their value. In reality, most of us don't buy coins with the idea we might make money on them. Fine if that happens. But we collect for the sheer joy of collecting.

Theres inherent value, dont forget. The £/$ figure doesn't reflect the true value that the coin holds! Before you find out how much the collection is worth, just consider whether you are happy with what you paid, because thats the important part. And hey, if its not worth as much as you hoped, there are always suckers like me around for you to con.

Obverse legend looks to read "constantius" which would make this coin actually Constantius II unless I am missing something.

-Kurt

I cant read the coin, but Constantine II coins read Constantinvs.

Good catch Kurt, it is indeed Constantius II. The RIC number and date are correct I just typed the wrong son.

thank you bianca