Our Currently Featured Ancient Coins (Individually Listed)
380-325 BC Pamphylia, Aspendus Silver Stater
380-325 BC Pamphylia, Aspendus Silver Stater. This iconic coin about the size of a quarter is a must have for the serious collector of ancient Greek coins. Aspendus was a city state on the southern Mediterranean coast of modern Turkey. This specimen is museum grade at AU with highest strike and surface grades of 5. NOW ON SALE @ $1500
1664 Charles II of England crown
1664 Charles II of England crown, now more than ever a desirable piece as Charles III is about to ascend the throne. This crown is from the early years in his reign beginning in 1661 and is extremely rare in this condition, an opportunity for the discerning collector at $2000.
1707 Joseph I of Austria Thaler
1707 Joseph I of Austria Thaler (dollar) AU 55. This coin is for the historically minded collector who delights in the period of big, powdered wigs worn by the aristocrats of Europe, especially during the transition into the 18th century, here showing an extraordinary portrait. $800
359-336 BC Phillip of Macedon
359-336 BC Phillip of Macedon, father of Alexander the great, extra fine specimen, posthumous issue, bold strike, lovely tone and detail with portrait of Zeus, and a reverse with a youth on horseback. Exceptional price. Compare with other offers. $1200
1813 Gold 40 lire Naples & Sicily Joaquin Murat
1813 Gold 40 lire Naples & Sicily Joaquin Murat. AU 53 This is an extraordinary, rare gold coin—only 24,000 minted—featuring a portrait of Napoleon’s favorite commander who he made king of the Italian provinces. $3500
98-117 AD Sestertius of Emperor Trajan
98-117 AD Sestertius of Emperor Trajan, Choice Extra Fine. arguably the greatest of the Roman emperors who reigned over nearly twenty years of peace in the empire. This choice, extra-fine piece has a highly prized green patina and high relief detail. A great find for the Roman coin specialist. NOW ON SALE @ $850
490-475 BC Sicily, Gela
490-475 BC Sicily, Gela extremely rare, NGC AU 4/3 Didrachm. A testament to ancient Greek craftsmanship and high art, this coin has seen tremendous appreciation in recent years. Cabinet toned, the coin features a mounted nude warrior brandishing a spear, and the reverse side depicts the river god Gelas with the forepart of a charging bull and the head of a bearded, horned man. NOW ON SALE @ $4500 (compare with recent sales)
152-145 BC, Alexander I “Balas”
152-145 BC, Alexander I “Balas”. XF silver tetradrachm. This is truly an exceptional coin featuring a sculpted, stunning strike of Alexander I and an equally strong reverse showing a seated Zeus. This is one of the best portraits we’ve seen among the Greek Seleucid Kingdom coins (present-day Syria). Compare with other available sales. This is a must-buy coin.NOW ON SALE @ $850
1786-A Louie D’Or
1786-A Louie D’Or AU 55, 22 carat gold. The fated Louie 16th is shown in profile in this issue seven years before his execution by guillotine. A necessary item for the serious collector of continental coins. Extraordinary quality. $1600
1695 D France ½ silver Ecu
1695 D France ½ silver Ecu NGC AU 55 Louis 14th “The Sun King” The portrait is of an older Louie and a hard-to-find coin in this almost uncirculated condition. Louie 14th was France’s longest ruling king and builder of the famed Versailles palace. This ½ Ecu is a perfect must-have piece for the collector of Europe’s most prominent historical kings. $1500.
Early 3rd Century BC, Caria Island of Rhodes
Early 3rd Century BC, Caria Island of Rhodes silver Didrachm Choice XF, 5/3. The obverse features the Greek sun god Helios and a rose in bloom on the reverse. This rare specimen is a superb example of this variety of Greek coins and was given a Fine Style rating by NGC $1500.
1663 Charles II Shilling England First Bust
1663 Charles II Shilling England First Bust NGC Certified AU 53
This is an exceptional coin because it was everyday small currency and finding a specimen in such fine condition is very rare. This coin features a dark cabinet toning. NGC list price $2500. Offered by Iconic Coins & Collectibles at a reduced price of only $1500
485 465 BC Sicily Syracuse AR Tetradrachm
485 465 BC Sicily Syracuse AR Tetradrachm NGC Certified XF
Excellent details and lightly toned.
Offered by Iconic Coins & Collectibles at a reduced price of only $3900
46 BC Julius Caesar Denarius
46 BC Julius Caesar Denarius NGC Certified CH XF Ancient Coins
Issued by Caesar to finance war in North Africa. Hard to find in this condition CHOICE EXTRA
FINE. Offered by Iconic Coins & Collectibles at a reduced price of only $1500
1913 Peso Mexico The Caballito The Horse Crown
1913 Peso Mexico The Caballito The Horse Crown NGC Certified MS 61 Ancient Coins. This is a nice Mexican piece with Liberty riding the horse. Offered by Iconic Coins & Collectibles at a
reduced price of only $980
96-98 AD Nerva AE As Roman Empire
96-98 AD Nerva AE As Roman Empire (10.78g) very rare Nerva
AU, strike 4 of 5, Surface 3 of 5. Nice portrait of the emperor. Offered by Iconic Coins & Collectibles at a reduced price of only $550
AD 68-69 Galba AR Denarius
AD 68-69 Galba AR Denarius VERY RARE Probably minted in Tarragona, Spain CHOICE EXTRA FINE. Offered by Iconic Coins & Collectibles at a reduced price of only $1200
225-214 BC Roman Republic AR Quadrigatus
This is indeed an iconic coin, created by the Roman Republic to fight its wars with Carthage known as the Punic Wars. This AR Quadrigatus 21mm 6.60g NGC XF 5/5 3/5 - Laureate head of youthful Janus; pellet below / Jupiter, hurling thunderbolt and holding scepter, riding in quadriga driven by Victory.
226-223 BC Seleucus III Ceraunos Seleucid Kingdom
This beautiful sculptural portrait of Seleucus III is the height of Greek art. His having rules for only two years, there are few such coins extant in this condition, XF 5/4. The reverse features a seated Apollo on Omphalus. Reduced price from Iconic Coins.
1745 Great Britain ½ Crown Roses
This stately coin features George II facing left and the reverse a cruciform of shields representing Ireland, Scotland, England and France. The Half-Crown is 32mm (14.83 grams) 0.925 Silver and the legend GEORGIUS II·DEI· GRATIA encircles the Draped bust of King GEORGE II left, legend around.
129-125 BC Demetrius II Seleucid Kingdom
1708 E Queen Anne Half Crown England NGC Certified XF 45
This coin is rare among the Seleucid tetradrachms of the Hellenistic Kings who ruled what is now Syria to Afghanistan. His reigns were short, 145-138 BC and 129-125 BC which perhaps is behind the scarcity of coins with his likeness. He had the title Nicator which in Greek means Victor. A darkly toned coin with a detailed image of an enthroned Zeus on the reverse. Choice XF 4/2
41 BC Marc Antony Denarius Roman Imperial
Excellent portrait of Marc Antony with his rival Octavian on the reverse. Minted by moneyer Barbatius Pollio (3.93 grams). Marc Antony was friend to Julius Caesar and subsequently fought against Octavian for leadership of Rome. Antony was lover to Cleopatra and died with her in Egypt when they were defeated by the forces of Octavian. This coin is truly a piece of history.
1708 E Queen Anne Half Crown England XF 45
1708 E Queen Anne Half Crown England NGC Certified XF 45
In this condition this coin is valued at $1575 by NGC. Offered by Iconic Coins & Collectibles at a reduced price of only $800
340 300 BC AR Didrachm Lucania Velia Choice VF Ancient Coins
Obverse helmeted Athena facing left; reverse, lion feeding on a ram’s head left. Signed by famous engraver of that time Kleudoros c 334 – 300 BC, his initials appearing below lion in exergue. Assigned 4/4 FINE STYLE by NGC. Extremely Rare Coin.
