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Pillar of the Community
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I know I just returned, but I had to buy another coin just to get back into the swing of things. I bought this Antoninianus of Victorinus, RIC 61, struck at a "Southern Mint" between 268-270 AD: OBV: IMP C VICTORINVS PF AVG, radiate and cuirassed bust right REV: PROVIDENTIA AVG, Providence standing left, holding cornucopiae, globe at feet   The seller is a MOST trusted seller and he informs me that the coin comes from a 1940's collection and the color is true. I'm anxious to see this coin in hand. |
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Moderator
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I had a bid on this one. but alas you outbid me.
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Pillar of the Community
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but alas you outbid me I couldn't have outbid you by much as this little gem didn't cost very much at all. Sorry about that, though. Regards, |
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Not a problem  . I know you got it for a good price. |
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Pillar of the Community
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Same RIC as my Victorinus. Nice coin.
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Pillar of the Community
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As usual with these coins, the obverse is much better than the reverse. One day, I'll find one with both sides in good condition that won't also break the bank.
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Pillar of the Community
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Super interesting looking coin! ... curious => is it actually as "red/brick" as it looks in the photo?  |
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is it actually as "red/brick" as it looks in the photo? The seller, who I have dealt with many times in the past, assures me it is a reddish brown and that the picture color is true. We'll see. I haven't received the coin just yet. Should have it by early next week I would assume. When I get it, I'll let you know about the color. The portrait and the color are what made me bid on this coin in the first place. |
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Pillar of the Community
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Is it possible for ancients to turn this shade of red?
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Pillar of the Community
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You've heard of the Syrian Red sand patina. It would be my guess that the different minerals and the dampness/dryness in the soil where the coin has been buried would have an influence on the color. I have a few coins that are reddish, some that are brown and many that are green as I'm sure most of you do as well. The color has to be a product of the minerals in the soil.
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Pillar of the Community
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"Fe" => iron was probably be the mineral that turned this coin red ...
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Posted 04/04/2012 12:02 am
