edteach Posted June 9 Share Posted June 9 I am looking for a Tiberius Denarius. I found one on an auction site that is not just for coins. Its an eBay listing. I was wondering if it looks legit or fake. The wear looks good to my eye but that is not an experienced eye. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Meenderink Posted June 22 Share Posted June 22 Hello, based on the pictures the coin you have posted appears genuine based on the apparent details, color, porosity, wear pattern and patina. An in-hand verification as well as scientific evaluation as to the composition, diameter, thickness and weight of the coin is necessary to truly authenticate it. I have included the details of this coin below for your reference. Cheers! Denarius - Tiberius PONTIF MAXIM © Roma Numismatics Limited Features Issuer Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) Emperor Tiberius (Tiberius Claudius Nero) (14-37) Type Standard circulation coin Years 14-37 Value 1 Denarius Currency Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) Composition Silver Weight 3.4 g Diameter 18 mm Shape Round (irregular) Technique Hammered Demonetized Yes Number N# 247273 References RIC I# 26, OCRE# ric.1(2).tib.26, RSC# 16 Obverse Head of Tiberius, laureate, right. -script: Latin Lettering: TI CAESAR DIVI AVG F AVGVSTVS Unabridged legend: Tiberius Caesar Divi Augusti Filius Augustus. Translation: Tiberius Caesar, son of divine Augustus, emperor (Augustus). Reverse Female figure, draped, right, seated, right on chair with plain legs, holding branch and long sceptre; below chair, a double line. -script: Latin Lettering: PONTIF MAXIM Unabridged legend: Pontifex Maximus. Translation: High priest. Mint Lugdunum, Gaul, modern-day Lyons, France (15 BC–AD 78; 196–197; 274-413) Comments Mass varies: 0.92–3.8 g; Diameter varies: 17–20 mm; Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...