Monthly Archive for February, 2009

M. Fannius 123 BC.

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Brian
on February 5, 2009
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I wonder if this guy’s nickname back in ancient Rome was “Fanny.” hehe

Anyway, another Republican denarius added to the collection. This one is from 123 BC. by the moneyer Marcus Fannius.

M Fannius, AR denarius.
Obverse: Head of Roma right in winged helmet, ROMA behind, X below chin.
Reverse: Victory in a quadriga right, reins in left, wreath in right, M FAN•C•F (AN ligate) in exergue.
SRCV I 150, Crawford 275/1, Sydenham 419, RSC I Fannia 1. 3.977g, 18.8mm, 315o.

Castulo Spain

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Brian
on February 2, 2009
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My second coin from Castulo. I like the style of these coins of Castulo.

Spain, Castulo. Late 2nd Century BC. Æ
Obverse: Diademed head right; hand before.
Reverse: Sphinx standing right; star before.
CNH pg. 336, 38; SNG BM Spain 1323ff. 27 mm. 11.69 g.