Description: Roman Republic | Issued by A. Caecilius | AE As Reference: RRC 174/1 Date: 169-158 BCE Obverse: Laureate head of Janus, I (denominational mark) above Reverse: A CAE ROMA; Prow of galley right Mint: Rome Size: 33.1 mm Weight: 31.82 mm This Republican as is has two intersting aspects about it. First, its very HEAVY. The second is the divot/pit/dimple on the obverse of the coin. Centration dimples are commonly found on Roman provincial coinage from the Principate and occasionally on the imperial coinage. However, I haven't come across anything similar on Republican coinage. The closest example I can find is a similarly dimpled debased late third century quadrigatus (https://www.forumancientcoins.com/board/index.php?topic=51009.0). My best guess is that this could be evidence of a flan preparation technique that failed to become widespread. Policies I apply the highest ethical standards in selling ancient coins. All coins are guaranteed to be genuine and any item found to be otherwise may be returned for a full refund. The most important thing is that you are happy with your new coin(s)! All coins are shipped in PVC-free, archival-grade coin flips and inserts made of acid-free paper Domestic (USA) shipping only If you purchase multiple items please message me before you pay and I will combine the shipping for you. I accept all returns within 30 calendar days upon receipt of the item. No explanation is required for the return, but it would be appreciated. Any item which has been altered from its original state may not be returned. Don't see what you're looking for? Just shoot me a message, I might have it but haven't gotten around to listing it!
Price: 49.99 USD
Location: Canton, Michigan
End Time: 2024-10-08T22:06:26.000Z
Shipping Cost: 5.5 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Denomination: As
Historical Period: Roman: Republic (300 BC-27 BC)
Composition: Bronze
Year: 169-158 BCE
Era: Ancient
