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Jonathan K. Kern Co.
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F e b r u a r y
280-269 BC cast bronze uncia, about 23 grams, (1/12th as) Obv: knucklebone and pellet Rev: pellet VF patina and encrustation.......................... $377 100%
345-315 BC silver tetradrachm of the Carthaginians in Sicily, inspired by the artistry of the Greeks they conquered Obv: head of Kore/Arethusa, 25% thymiaterion before Rev: horse standing, crowned 1200-1000 BC iron age Israel terra cotta oil lamp by Nike, palm tree behind NGC AU*........... $4700 choice condition, Israeli export papers....... $187
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420-405 BC bronze tetras from Gela, a Greek colony 310-300 BC electrum (gold-silver alloy) from on the island of Sicily Obv: bull butting left in fine Carthage Obv: goddess Tanit wearing wreath of style, 4 pellets beneath Rev: young horned head of grain and leaves Rev: standing horse in fine style 225-217 BC heavy, about 250 grams, bronze cast as river god Gelas EF dark patina.................. $577 Abt Unc........................................................ $4977 of the Roman Republic Obv: bearded two faces of Tiny Gela silver in rough Fine......................... $57 the god Janus, looking into the past and the future Rev: prow of galley right VF........................ $4977
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46 BC gold aureus (7.89 gm). Rome, struck by Aulus Hirtius, Obv: C. CAESAR COS. TER., veiled female head (Vesta?) right Rev: A. HIRTIVS P R, jug between lituus and ax (emblems of the augurate and pontificate). Aulus Hirtius was a key supporter of Caesar who might have ended up as his successor in power, had events taken a different turn. An experienced soldier, he served as one of Caesar’s legates in Gaul from about 54 BC and was an envoy to Pompey in 50 BC. He served Caesar loyally during the Civil War against Pompey and his successors 48-45 BC and was appointed as Caesar’s mintmaster in Rome in 46 BC, when he struck the first large issue of gold aurei from the spoils of Caesar’s campaigns. These aurei, which bear a rather enigmatic veiled female head on the obverse, were used to pay Caesar’s soldiers after the great triumphal parade. After Caesar’s assassination, Hirtius initially supported Mark Antony but, after taking over as Consul in 43 BC, he raised an army against Antony at the instigation of Cicero and Octavian. His army defeated Antony at Mutina in April of 43 BC, but Hirtius was killed in the fighting; his consular colleague Pansa died days later, leaving Octavian and Antony masters of Rome. Modern historians owe Hirtius a debt of gratitude for preserving and editing Caesar’s Commentaries on the Gallic and Civil Wars. NGC Abt Unc..................................................... $14,700
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401-366 BC silver double shekel (27.95 gm) of king Baalsillem II of the Phoenecian city and seaport of Sidon, struck during in 34th year Obv: war galley over waves Rev: king driven in royal chariot NGC Ch XF............................................................ $3977
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345-307 BC silver stater from Corinth, Greece Obv: head of Athena, wearing Corinthian helmet tipped back, thyrsus (party wand) behind Rev: Pegasus flying, koppa beneath (mintmark) Abt Unc.. $977
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Foes of Rome 100%
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225-212 BC Silver didrachm, or “quadrigatus” meaning “of the four horse chariot” Obv: Janus, god of time, with one face looking into the future 110% and one face looking into the past. January is named after him. Rev: Jupiter, riding in a four horse 120% chariot driven by Victory, holding scepter and 221-202 BC large bronze of Carthage Obv: head preparing to hurl thunderbolt. ROMA incused on a 43 BC summer Gold Aureus struck to pay the legion of Tanit Rev: horse standing before palm tree tablet beneath. VF+...................................... $597 raised in north Africa by Octavian and the Senate to oppose Marc Anthony. Moneyers: L. Cestius VF.................................................................. $377 and C. Norbanus Obv: bust of the personification of the province of Africa, draped and wearing a magnificent elephant’s skin headdress, complete with tusks and huge ears! Rev: Curule chair in the Senate (empty after Julius Caesar’s assassination) decorated with snakes and owls. Though he is not named, this issue is arguably 100% the first coinage of the nephew of Julius Caesar, 100% Octavian, later known as Augustus Caesar. NGC 300 BC silver didrachm of Carthage 7.6 grms, Obv: 211-206 BC bronze struck triens=4 uncia=1/3 as Ch Abt Unc *............................................... $23,700 sleepy eyed Tanit, wearing wreath of grain and leaves Rev: horse looking backwards, palm tree Obv: helmeted Minerva Rev: prow of war galley behind EF delicate blue gray toning........... $3477 right, ROMA above, 4 pellets beneath VF dark, slightly rough patina..................................... $247
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1603 silver 6 pence of James I of England (also James VI of Scotland) His very first coinage, year 40BC-95AD terra cotta oil lamp from the Herodian and style bust, Fine...................................... $197 era in the Holy Land Israeli export papers.. $197 1755 silver four reales Pillar Mexico mint, VF cleaned......................................................... $297 130%
2000 AD modern burgundy glass intaglio seal replica of 18th century work of art by Marchant, of a beautiful bust of Roma, wearing helmet decorated with she wolf feeding Romulus. Nicely mounted in 22 kt gold bezel............................................ $677
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2 BC-14AD silver denarius of Augustus Obv:his laureate bust Rev: his grandsons and heirs, with arms and armour Net Fine $247, another Net VF/F+............................................................ $397
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1834 pl 4 Classic Head USA half eagles, derisively called “yellow jackets” by Andrew Jackson’s foes, two coins EF and VF both cleaned and scratched Pair of.......................................... $877
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14-37 AD silver denarius of Tiberius of Rome, 1645-46 silver crown of Charles I of England, Obv: commonly called ‘the Tribute Penny’ of the New Testament EF+ odd shaped flan................. $775 Charles on horseback Rev: coat of arms EF very pleasing even surfaces and toning, Far surperior eye appeal than most.................................. $5700 100%
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457-474 AD very small bronze of the eastern Roman emperor Leo I, Constantinople mint Obv: his diademed bust, with readable name Rev: his monogram in wreath. NGC Ch VF.............. $277
1889 silver quarter of Canada VF cleaned.... $377 130%
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518-527 AD gold 1/3 solidus of Justin I of the Byzantine Empire, struck at the capital Constantinople Obv: his bust Rev: Angel carrying globus cruciger and wreath NGC Ch AU... $527
90%
1903 V nickel of the USA NGC MS 62 very PQ................................................................. $97
1678 silver 2/3 taler (or gulden) of Julius Franz, duke of Saxe-Lauenburg Obv: his baroque bust Rev: coat of arms ANACS VF 35......................... $427
120%
1960 AD? Engraved glass or carnelian intaglio seal of male head in Roman Republic style....... $57
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340-300 BC silver stater from Argos Amphilochikon, under Corinthian influence Obv: helmeted Athena, AMPHI before Rev: Pegasus EF+, misstruck, encrusted, but only...................................... $377
215-205 BC silver hemidrachm of Hannibal Obv: 120% Tanit Rev: horse. Carthaginian coins never have 43 BC Summer Gold aureus struck to pay the the names of the rulers, but this type is only found 100% legion raised in Italy by Octavian and the Senate to in Italy, and dating it to the period of Hannibal’s 211-205 BC bronze struck sextans=2 uncia= 1/6 oppose Marc Anthony, moneyers: L. Cestius and invasion, it must be issued by him. Abt Unc, ch old toning............................................................ $777 as Obv: head of Mercury wearing winged petasus C. Norbanus Obv: bust of personification of the Rev: prow of war galley right, ear of grain above province of Italia (some think Sibyl) Rev: Cybele, (probably Sicilian mint) VF dark slightly rough the earth mother goddess in chariot pulled by two The Roman Republic patina............................................................ $287 lions NGC Abt Unc *.................................... $24,700 We have a run of other specialized Roman Republic bronzes and silver. Please tell us if you have specific needs.
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1071-1078 AD gold (16-18 kt) scyphate (cupshaped) nomisma of Michael 7th of the Byzantine Empire. Obv: bust of Christ Rev: bust of Michael 7th These coins, recently debased by 25%, caused the wits in the streets of Constantinople to nickname the emperor “Michael the minus a Fourth” EF, rev planchet flake, ex: 1976 ANA sale............................................................... $577
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278-276 BC bronze from Syracuse, during its 500-400 BC bronze “Aes Rude” lump, 74+ grams, 132 BC bronze struck triens=4 uncia=1/3 as, occupation by Pyrrhos of Epirus Obv: head of from the pre-coinage period of Roman Republic. moneyer M. Fabrinius Obv: helmeted head of young Hercules wearing lion’s skin headdress Possibly a bunch of grapes on one side, or simply Minerva, 4 pellets behind Rev: M FABRI above Rev: Athena Promachos advancing with spear and just mold irregularities. These were weighed on prow of war galley right, ROMA beneath VF shield EF few light verdigris spots............... $477 scales for market transactions. VF?............ $297 irregular planchet......................................... $277
Email copies of older ads easily available. Many items still available.
MAIL ORDER POLICIES
1. All coins guaranteed as described ANA and common sense grading. Your satisfaction guaranteed! 2. Fourteen day return privilege except on bullion or approval service can be arranged with proper references. 3. Personal checks of unknown customers must clear. References may be required. VISA, MasterCard, Amer. Express and Wires accepted. Bullion items check or wire only. ® 4. Kentucky residents add 6% sales tax. 5. All coins sent insured or registered! Please add $5.00 for postage and handling. 6. Most coins are one-of-a-kind. Second choices appreciated. 7. Office walk-in sales by appointment only.
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No Credit Cards on bullion or $5s, $10s, $20s. Satisfaction guaranteed, 14 day return privilege. Checks, wires, Visa, MC, AX
JONATHAN K. KERN
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31BC silver denarius struck for Legion XXIII of Marc Anthony’s army preparing to fight Augustus Obv: war galley rowing fast Rev: legionary standards VF, banker’s mark in field. Scarce, highest numbered legion known to exist................................... $877 We have several other legions in stock from $250 to $750.
Coins for sale in other Coin World ads every week and at www.jkerncoins.com
Many More Coins at www.jkerncoins.com
1746 silver Pillar dollar, Mexico mint, VF, old tiny mount mark, faint cleaning and jewelry use.. $207
100%
2000 AD modern reproduction green glass intaglio seal of Sappho, the Greek poetess from Lesbos, in superb classical style by Giovanni Pichler of the 1700s. Nicely mounted in custom made 22 kt gold bezel............................................................. $977
441 S. Ashland Ave., Lexington, Kentucky 40502 To order, call 859-269-1614 between 9 AM & 5 Pm EST (Visits by appointment) Professional Numismatist • Bachelor of Arts in Numismatics
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1582-84 silver shilling of Elizabeth I of England Obv: her bust Rev: coat of arms net Fine............ $197
Life Member
24-hour FAX only: (859) 266-7900 Email: [email protected]
3 r d ,
Many New Purchases and Reduced Prices
Jonathan K. Kern Co.
2 0 1 4
F e b r u a r y
280-269 BC cast bronze uncia, about 23 grams, (1/12th as) Obv: knucklebone and pellet Rev: pellet VF patina and encrustation.......................... $377 100%
345-315 BC silver tetradrachm of the Carthaginians in Sicily, inspired by the artistry of the Greeks they conquered Obv: head of Kore/Arethusa, 25% thymiaterion before Rev: horse standing, crowned 1200-1000 BC iron age Israel terra cotta oil lamp by Nike, palm tree behind NGC AU*........... $4700 choice condition, Israeli export papers....... $187
100%
60%
420-405 BC bronze tetras from Gela, a Greek colony 310-300 BC electrum (gold-silver alloy) from on the island of Sicily Obv: bull butting left in fine Carthage Obv: goddess Tanit wearing wreath of style, 4 pellets beneath Rev: young horned head of grain and leaves Rev: standing horse in fine style 225-217 BC heavy, about 250 grams, bronze cast as river god Gelas EF dark patina.................. $577 Abt Unc........................................................ $4977 of the Roman Republic Obv: bearded two faces of Tiny Gela silver in rough Fine......................... $57 the god Janus, looking into the past and the future Rev: prow of galley right VF........................ $4977
120%
46 BC gold aureus (7.89 gm). Rome, struck by Aulus Hirtius, Obv: C. CAESAR COS. TER., veiled female head (Vesta?) right Rev: A. HIRTIVS P R, jug between lituus and ax (emblems of the augurate and pontificate). Aulus Hirtius was a key supporter of Caesar who might have ended up as his successor in power, had events taken a different turn. An experienced soldier, he served as one of Caesar’s legates in Gaul from about 54 BC and was an envoy to Pompey in 50 BC. He served Caesar loyally during the Civil War against Pompey and his successors 48-45 BC and was appointed as Caesar’s mintmaster in Rome in 46 BC, when he struck the first large issue of gold aurei from the spoils of Caesar’s campaigns. These aurei, which bear a rather enigmatic veiled female head on the obverse, were used to pay Caesar’s soldiers after the great triumphal parade. After Caesar’s assassination, Hirtius initially supported Mark Antony but, after taking over as Consul in 43 BC, he raised an army against Antony at the instigation of Cicero and Octavian. His army defeated Antony at Mutina in April of 43 BC, but Hirtius was killed in the fighting; his consular colleague Pansa died days later, leaving Octavian and Antony masters of Rome. Modern historians owe Hirtius a debt of gratitude for preserving and editing Caesar’s Commentaries on the Gallic and Civil Wars. NGC Abt Unc..................................................... $14,700
100%
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401-366 BC silver double shekel (27.95 gm) of king Baalsillem II of the Phoenecian city and seaport of Sidon, struck during in 34th year Obv: war galley over waves Rev: king driven in royal chariot NGC Ch XF............................................................ $3977
100%
345-307 BC silver stater from Corinth, Greece Obv: head of Athena, wearing Corinthian helmet tipped back, thyrsus (party wand) behind Rev: Pegasus flying, koppa beneath (mintmark) Abt Unc.. $977
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Foes of Rome 100%
100%
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225-212 BC Silver didrachm, or “quadrigatus” meaning “of the four horse chariot” Obv: Janus, god of time, with one face looking into the future 110% and one face looking into the past. January is named after him. Rev: Jupiter, riding in a four horse 120% chariot driven by Victory, holding scepter and 221-202 BC large bronze of Carthage Obv: head preparing to hurl thunderbolt. ROMA incused on a 43 BC summer Gold Aureus struck to pay the legion of Tanit Rev: horse standing before palm tree tablet beneath. VF+...................................... $597 raised in north Africa by Octavian and the Senate to oppose Marc Anthony. Moneyers: L. Cestius VF.................................................................. $377 and C. Norbanus Obv: bust of the personification of the province of Africa, draped and wearing a magnificent elephant’s skin headdress, complete with tusks and huge ears! Rev: Curule chair in the Senate (empty after Julius Caesar’s assassination) decorated with snakes and owls. Though he is not named, this issue is arguably 100% the first coinage of the nephew of Julius Caesar, 100% Octavian, later known as Augustus Caesar. NGC 300 BC silver didrachm of Carthage 7.6 grms, Obv: 211-206 BC bronze struck triens=4 uncia=1/3 as Ch Abt Unc *............................................... $23,700 sleepy eyed Tanit, wearing wreath of grain and leaves Rev: horse looking backwards, palm tree Obv: helmeted Minerva Rev: prow of war galley behind EF delicate blue gray toning........... $3477 right, ROMA above, 4 pellets beneath VF dark, slightly rough patina..................................... $247
110%
100% 50%
1603 silver 6 pence of James I of England (also James VI of Scotland) His very first coinage, year 40BC-95AD terra cotta oil lamp from the Herodian and style bust, Fine...................................... $197 era in the Holy Land Israeli export papers.. $197 1755 silver four reales Pillar Mexico mint, VF cleaned......................................................... $297 130%
2000 AD modern burgundy glass intaglio seal replica of 18th century work of art by Marchant, of a beautiful bust of Roma, wearing helmet decorated with she wolf feeding Romulus. Nicely mounted in 22 kt gold bezel............................................ $677
100%
2 BC-14AD silver denarius of Augustus Obv:his laureate bust Rev: his grandsons and heirs, with arms and armour Net Fine $247, another Net VF/F+............................................................ $397
110%
1834 pl 4 Classic Head USA half eagles, derisively called “yellow jackets” by Andrew Jackson’s foes, two coins EF and VF both cleaned and scratched Pair of.......................................... $877
80%
100%
14-37 AD silver denarius of Tiberius of Rome, 1645-46 silver crown of Charles I of England, Obv: commonly called ‘the Tribute Penny’ of the New Testament EF+ odd shaped flan................. $775 Charles on horseback Rev: coat of arms EF very pleasing even surfaces and toning, Far surperior eye appeal than most.................................. $5700 100%
110%
457-474 AD very small bronze of the eastern Roman emperor Leo I, Constantinople mint Obv: his diademed bust, with readable name Rev: his monogram in wreath. NGC Ch VF.............. $277
1889 silver quarter of Canada VF cleaned.... $377 130%
110%
100%
518-527 AD gold 1/3 solidus of Justin I of the Byzantine Empire, struck at the capital Constantinople Obv: his bust Rev: Angel carrying globus cruciger and wreath NGC Ch AU... $527
90%
1903 V nickel of the USA NGC MS 62 very PQ................................................................. $97
1678 silver 2/3 taler (or gulden) of Julius Franz, duke of Saxe-Lauenburg Obv: his baroque bust Rev: coat of arms ANACS VF 35......................... $427
120%
1960 AD? Engraved glass or carnelian intaglio seal of male head in Roman Republic style....... $57
100%
100%
340-300 BC silver stater from Argos Amphilochikon, under Corinthian influence Obv: helmeted Athena, AMPHI before Rev: Pegasus EF+, misstruck, encrusted, but only...................................... $377
215-205 BC silver hemidrachm of Hannibal Obv: 120% Tanit Rev: horse. Carthaginian coins never have 43 BC Summer Gold aureus struck to pay the the names of the rulers, but this type is only found 100% legion raised in Italy by Octavian and the Senate to in Italy, and dating it to the period of Hannibal’s 211-205 BC bronze struck sextans=2 uncia= 1/6 oppose Marc Anthony, moneyers: L. Cestius and invasion, it must be issued by him. Abt Unc, ch old toning............................................................ $777 as Obv: head of Mercury wearing winged petasus C. Norbanus Obv: bust of personification of the Rev: prow of war galley right, ear of grain above province of Italia (some think Sibyl) Rev: Cybele, (probably Sicilian mint) VF dark slightly rough the earth mother goddess in chariot pulled by two The Roman Republic patina............................................................ $287 lions NGC Abt Unc *.................................... $24,700 We have a run of other specialized Roman Republic bronzes and silver. Please tell us if you have specific needs.
100%
1071-1078 AD gold (16-18 kt) scyphate (cupshaped) nomisma of Michael 7th of the Byzantine Empire. Obv: bust of Christ Rev: bust of Michael 7th These coins, recently debased by 25%, caused the wits in the streets of Constantinople to nickname the emperor “Michael the minus a Fourth” EF, rev planchet flake, ex: 1976 ANA sale............................................................... $577
80%
100%
278-276 BC bronze from Syracuse, during its 500-400 BC bronze “Aes Rude” lump, 74+ grams, 132 BC bronze struck triens=4 uncia=1/3 as, occupation by Pyrrhos of Epirus Obv: head of from the pre-coinage period of Roman Republic. moneyer M. Fabrinius Obv: helmeted head of young Hercules wearing lion’s skin headdress Possibly a bunch of grapes on one side, or simply Minerva, 4 pellets behind Rev: M FABRI above Rev: Athena Promachos advancing with spear and just mold irregularities. These were weighed on prow of war galley right, ROMA beneath VF shield EF few light verdigris spots............... $477 scales for market transactions. VF?............ $297 irregular planchet......................................... $277
Email copies of older ads easily available. Many items still available.
MAIL ORDER POLICIES
1. All coins guaranteed as described ANA and common sense grading. Your satisfaction guaranteed! 2. Fourteen day return privilege except on bullion or approval service can be arranged with proper references. 3. Personal checks of unknown customers must clear. References may be required. VISA, MasterCard, Amer. Express and Wires accepted. Bullion items check or wire only. ® 4. Kentucky residents add 6% sales tax. 5. All coins sent insured or registered! Please add $5.00 for postage and handling. 6. Most coins are one-of-a-kind. Second choices appreciated. 7. Office walk-in sales by appointment only.
90%
No Credit Cards on bullion or $5s, $10s, $20s. Satisfaction guaranteed, 14 day return privilege. Checks, wires, Visa, MC, AX
JONATHAN K. KERN
120%
31BC silver denarius struck for Legion XXIII of Marc Anthony’s army preparing to fight Augustus Obv: war galley rowing fast Rev: legionary standards VF, banker’s mark in field. Scarce, highest numbered legion known to exist................................... $877 We have several other legions in stock from $250 to $750.
Coins for sale in other Coin World ads every week and at www.jkerncoins.com
Many More Coins at www.jkerncoins.com
1746 silver Pillar dollar, Mexico mint, VF, old tiny mount mark, faint cleaning and jewelry use.. $207
100%
2000 AD modern reproduction green glass intaglio seal of Sappho, the Greek poetess from Lesbos, in superb classical style by Giovanni Pichler of the 1700s. Nicely mounted in custom made 22 kt gold bezel............................................................. $977
441 S. Ashland Ave., Lexington, Kentucky 40502 To order, call 859-269-1614 between 9 AM & 5 Pm EST (Visits by appointment) Professional Numismatist • Bachelor of Arts in Numismatics
100%
1582-84 silver shilling of Elizabeth I of England Obv: her bust Rev: coat of arms net Fine............ $197
Life Member
24-hour FAX only: (859) 266-7900 Email: [email protected]
