Ancient Coins Unboxing Grading Results - Greek Roman
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Ancient Greek and Roman coins are not only fascinating artifacts of antiquity but also crucial to understanding the economic, political, and cultural life of these ancient civilizations. These coins, ranging from the modest copper pieces to gold staters and denarii, provide a wealth of information about the societies that produced them.
Ancient Greek Coins
The origins of coinage are often traced back to Lydia, an ancient kingdom in what is now Turkey, around the 7th century BCE. The concept of coinage quickly spread to the Greek world, where it was enthusiastically adopted and adapted. Greek coins are noted for their aesthetic qualities and the high level of craftsmanship involved in their production.
#### Types and Characteristics
Greek coins were typically made from gold, silver, and electrum (a natural alloy of gold and silver), with bronze used for smaller denominations. The most famous and widely used Greek coins include the Athenian tetradrachm, which featured the owl of Athena, symbolizing wisdom and prosperity. Coins from Corinth often depicted Pegasus, the winged horse, while those from Rhodes bore the image of a rose, a pun on the city’s name.
#### Iconography and Inscriptions
The imagery on Greek coins was rich with symbolism and reflected the values and deities important to the issuing city-state. For example, the coins of Athens prominently featured Athena, the city's patron goddess. Similarly, coins from Olympia depicted Zeus, reflecting the religious significance of the site as the location of the ancient Olympic Games.
The inscriptions on Greek coins, typically in Greek, included the name of the city-state or the ruler who issued them. These inscriptions, along with the iconography, served not only a monetary function but also a propaganda purpose, reinforcing the authority and identity of the issuer.
Roman Coins
Roman coinage evolved from the earlier Greek models but developed distinct characteristics that mirrored the growth and transformation of Rome from a Republic to an Empire.
#### The Republican Period
In the Roman Republic, coinage initially consisted of heavy bronze pieces known as aes signatum and aes grave, which were cast rather than struck. By the 3rd century BCE, Rome began producing silver coins, the most famous being the denarius, which became the backbone of Roman currency for centuries.
Republican coins were characterized by their portrayal of Roman gods and goddesses, symbols of Rome’s foundational myths, and sometimes historical figures. For example, the goddess Roma, a personification of the city, frequently appeared on Republican coins.
#### The Imperial Period
The transition to the Imperial period under Augustus brought significant changes to Roman coinage. Coins became a vital tool of imperial propaganda, with emperors depicted in a god-like manner. Portraits of emperors adorned the obverse of coins, while the reverse featured various themes, such as military victories, public works, and deities.
Gold coins, known as aurei, became more common, alongside the silver denarii and various bronze denominations. The iconography on these coins was used to communicate the emperor's legitimacy, accomplishments, and divine favor. For example, coins of Augustus often depicted him as the bringer of peace and prosperity, while those of Trajan emphasized his military victories and contributions to public welfare.
#### The Decline and Reforms
By the 3rd century CE, the Roman economy faced severe inflation and debasement of the currency. The silver content of the denarius decreased, leading to a loss of confidence in the currency. To address this, Emperor Diocletian introduced a series of reforms, including the creation of new coin types such as the argenteus and the follis, and the re-establishment of a more stable monetary system.
Numismatic Legacy
The study of ancient coins, known as numismatics, offers a window into the past, revealing details about the economic conditions, trade networks, political changes, and cultural priorities of ancient Greek and Roman societies. Coins are among the most durable of archaeological artifacts, and their widespread circulation means that they often provide more information than other types of evidence.
In conclusion, the coins of ancient Greece and Rome are invaluable for understanding these civilizations. Their artistry, inscriptions, and the sheer volume of surviving specimens enable historians and archaeologists to piece together aspects of ancient life that might otherwise remain unknown. The legacy of these coins continues to influence modern currency design and the study of economic history.
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I never knew ANACS did ancients. I've only seen NGC Ancients slabs. The owl is beautiful!
Thanks!
So cool
Awesome ancient Coins 🎉🎉
Thank you!
Greetings.
Good to know that ANACS does ancients.
Nice coins. Like them a lot
Thanks!
Thanks for watching!
Those are lovey and historically interesting coins. I particularly like the Greek Tetradrachm.
A coin dealer in Australia sold a raw one earlier this month described as in “About EF” condition for AUD$1,950, so around US$1,290. It sold within a day or two of listing.
Dang! Yeah I was a bit surprised at the grade. It is a really nice coin. Well struck
Nice coins
Wow, surprised you didn't send them to NGC... I've always heard they're the best for grading ancients!
Plus they're grading scale is different for them too, which you probably already know!
Actually, ANACS is very popular w/ancients.
@@typeviic1 I've never actually seen ancients in an ANACS slab before, but then again I wasn't looking either!
I don’t have an account with NGC. So far I’m quite happy with ANACS
After seeing yours I couldn't stand it any longer so I bought one, well actually I won it in an auction. I think it's a decent price. $745 . NGC graded 5/5 strike & 4/5 surface.
I'm in the Greek game with you now 👍😁
I'm referring to the Tetradrachm.
Nice! Congrats 😁
Yo Rock! Good morning
Mornin!
You’d think that if it was broken while trying to slab it, they’d slab both pieces together anyway. Hopefully they didn’t charge you, at least…
BI on the broken coin means its a very, very cheap mixture of metals with silver..but very little silver.
The Tetradrachm in my opinion is absolutely stunning and the big winner ! I've been trying to buy one for a while, they're just too expensive for this country boy. Its a extremely desirable and sought after greek coin. Congratulations!
Ancient coins are freaking confusing, I've been collecting them for only a few months.
Also, AR on the Tetradrachm means Silver . AV is gold, BI is billon like pot metal (broken coin)
Cool! Thanks for the info! I really don’t know much about the ancients but they are cool. That Tetradrachm is definitely the winner. It’s the quality that makes it worth so much. That’s also why I was concerned if it was real or not.
Will you address ANACS on the broken coin? They should pay you for it no?
I have no way of knowing when it broke. So I have my suspicions but no proof. I’m sure they will deny
Anacs slabs look awful .. always scratched up.. as for damage. I just got a coin back.. It was one of the first minted.. pre - ordered .. and was perfect when I sent it.. come back 3-4 months later .. scratched in multiple areas... (NGC) didn't look like the coin I sent in ... but grading companies are never going to hold their hands up and admit to damage.. as they'd have to issue compensation... 🤬
I would not blame anacs at all. Its not expensive coin 100 to maybe what you paid. Ive been collecting ancients foe a bit. Most likely the broken coin happened in transit because it was crystallized. Which happens depending on where the silver coin was originally found. It makes them superrr fragile. Ive had a couple that broke in the mail.
I don’t want to blame them but not knowing what really happened makes it hard not to question. I managed to bring it all the way back from London without it breaking 🤷🏼♂️
Just so you have coverage or you can blame it on postal worst case and at least get it insured if it's worth something