Nero AE Sestertius "protocontorniate" Rome 64 AD Horseback rev. read desc.

Description: "Proto-contorniate is the modern term used to describe Roman Imperial and Provincial bronze coins of the first, second, and early third centuries with hammered-up edges. These raised edges on the rims probably occurred after these bronze issues no longer circulated and ceased to be part of the currency in general use. These proto-contorniates are of both emperors and empresses and consist almost exclusively of earlier sestertii, dupondii, and asses. Although several different theories to explain this alteration have been offered over the years, it is generally accepted today that these were given by friends and family to each other as New Year's gifts, perhaps in the late third and first half of the fourth centuries. This was first proposed by Andreas Alföldi in Die Kontorniaten (Budapest, 1943). The rims hammered in this manner gave them a distinctive appearance." Another Great Item From Lost Dutchman Rare Coins!!!This listing is for the item shown. Please see our high quality images for a true and accurate view of this item. If you have any questions please ask them before bidding. Terms of SaleShippingWe offer hassle free 14 day returns on all items. Please do not remove the item from the original inner packaging as this will void your return privilege. Failure to pay in 48 hours after the sale will be grounds for seller cancellation unless otherwise negotiated with us. We DO combine shipping. We invoice on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. If you are bidding on multiple items please contact us after you finish bidding for a combined shipping invoice. INTERNATIONAL BIDDERS Due to excessive amounts of nonpaying bidders we are no longer offering international shipment. Any purchases outside of the US will be subject to cancellation. No exceptions.

Price: 275 USD

Location: Indianapolis, Indiana

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