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Pillar of the Community
United Kingdom
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Coming with Trajan   Gaius Caligula AE As. Struck 37-8 AD. C CAESAR AVG GERMANICVS PON M TR POT, bare head left / VESTA above, S C across field, Vesta seated left, holding patera and sceptre. Cohen 27. RIC I 38; BMCRE 46; BN 54; Cohen 27. |
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Moderator
 United States
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Excellent obverse detail, reverse is a little worn but and excellent coin overall. I had one of these but it went to Anoob. I need to replace sometime.
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Pillar of the Community
 United Kingdom
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I agree, the reverse is a little worn, but I don't think I will be tempted to improve it.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
513 Posts |
That's a really nice bronze. I wish I had the money and patience to build up a nice collection of large bronzes. Silver is just so shiny...
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United States
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Pillar of the Community
United States
4981 Posts |
 nice coin  ...and leave it alone.  |
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New Member
United States
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Folks, I'm relatively new in collecting/investing in what I would call modern/limited numismatics, bullion, and 20th century US coinage. I'm fascinated that someone posts a coin from 10 AD, and wondering why I seem to be the only guy falling out of his chair while I'm reading this. Caligula? How rare is this? Are these valuable? Just seems really phenomenal to have a coin from that long ago. Try not to laugh at my ignorance too much if you respond to my question. Thanks all. |
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Age doesn't equal value. Tons of ancient coin types can be had even for only a few dollars. Some cost more than others of course and condition and rarity help contribute to the price but for the most part, you can assemble an affordable ancient coin collection.
As for Caligula, he is a bit more scarce than say, Trajan or Vespasian, but his bronzes can be found without much effort. His coins in general get a bit pricey (like $50+ usually) on account of him being a popular and well-known emperor among collectors, but deals can still be had if you are diligent.
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New Member
New Zealand
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Wow ! I want a caligula one day.. I hope one of my uncleaned lots gives me one
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Good bold portrait with clear legend. When I started collecting back in the dark ages (1970's) these were difficult to find and sold for around $100 in this condition. The modern age has seemed to increase the supply of Caligula and Claudius bronze coinage with a result that prices are actually pretty similar today.
Considering how insane the man was it is somewhat strange that the bulk of his bronze coins appear to be issues honoring his family (Germanicus,Agrippa,Antonia etc). The regular bronze types are quite limited (primarly the one shown here) and the sestertii are quite expensive. I have never found one in a condition which seemed to justify the "insane" pricetag !
For a first Caligula this coin is quite good ! Now you need to find a nice Nero As is balance out the 'psychiatric ward'.
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United States
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Jimos and Whimsical,  ! Quote:Folks, I'm relatively new in collecting/investing in what I would call modern/limited numismatics, bullion, and 20th century US coinage. I'm fascinated that someone posts a coin from 10 AD, and wondering why I seem to be the only guy falling out of his chair while I'm reading this. Caligula? How rare is this? Are these valuable? I know, isn't it amazing?! I felt the same way a year ago when I started collecting ancients. Still feel that way, actually  It is so much fun-- absolutely fascinating to be able to hold a tiny piece of history and art! Perhaps the best thing is that ancient collectors generally eschew slabs. We get to touch our coins! Nice Caligula, Pish! Edited by ThisIsFun
05/30/2014 07:16 am
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United Kingdom
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A whole load of nice stuff, mustve set you back quite a bit!
Roman coins from th later empire (300AD onwards, mostly) are so common, that I wont pay more than 30p per coin for them these days. Recently got a bit burnt on a few lots
If you want some, I can send you a few for the cost of the postage. Nothing fancy, just a few coins from the Constantinian dynasty, probably quite low grade, but hopefully I can find some with a clear bust and reverse design.
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