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The listing, Roman Coin of Valens, 364 - 378 A.D.Thessalonica LOOK! has ended.

Here is another old coin from my collection.

Valens, 28 March 364 - 9 August 378 A.D.

Valens was the brother of Valentinian I, and he was declared Augustus in 364 A.D. He was given command of the Eastern provinces, where he spent much of his time campaigning against the Goths and Persians. In 376 A.D., Valens allowed Gothic tribes, who were being driven forward by the Huns to settle in the Danube provinces. The Goths were so badly treated by the Romans that they rebelled. Valens was defeated by the Goths at the catastrophic battle of Hadrianople, where he also lost his life.

Obverse - D N VALEN-S P F AVG, pearl-diademed, draped and cuirassed bust right

Reverse - SECVRITAS REIPVBLICAE, Victory advancing left, wreath in right, palm frond in left

Exergue - TESA

Mint - Thessalonica Size - 17.84mm Weight - 2.62g

Material: Silvered/copper

Roman Type: Roman: Imperial

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Item will be shipped in a protective sleeve and small envelope and then shipped in a bubble wraped envelope.

Questions & Comments

Yeah, nice ancient coin. Someone had asked about value, and this coin has sold feebay for anywhere between $1 for a poor coin and $10 for a nice one.

Feb 6th, 2010 at 1:12:35 AM PST by

Maybe one similar to this but not this coin chump4change.

I have provided a link in one of the replies with this type coin selling for around $100.00 ....

Feb 6th, 2010 at 10:15:50 AM PST by

I don't know anything about ancients and I hope to bid on this if it doesn't get too much higher, but this one seems to be the AE3, not the AR29 as your provided link points to. I believe this is more close to the coin in this auction http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270523763478 your coin being in much better condition of course. Just so someone doesn't win this under the impression that they can sell it for $100+ or that it has a value of that much. But value is irrelevant here, as you're giving this away for FREE...and by far one of the coolest items with such a rich and detailed history that I have seen during my time here at Listia; thanks FSFY!

Feb 6th, 2010 at 11:36:38 AM PST by

Well I have others I would like to list but I'm gonna wait tp see what this does. Thanks chump4change.

Feb 6th, 2010 at 11:51:31 AM PST by

You should have seen his last one. I tried but I messed up and lost out on it.

Feb 7th, 2010 at 8:00:25 PM PST by

Ya she was very happy.. waterfall

Here is a link to my most recent listing...The entire collection of 2009 cent release!

http://www.listia.com/auction/91571

Feb 7th, 2010 at 8:24:00 PM PST by

wow ive never seen anything like this

Feb 7th, 2010 at 5:42:50 PM PST by

Hope you can bid x0christy0x.....=>)

Feb 7th, 2010 at 5:49:30 PM PST by

I watch a lot of your listings and I got to say that you list some of the best stuff!

Feb 6th, 2010 at 1:16:14 PM PST by

Great to see you again lypengry.....=>)

Feb 6th, 2010 at 1:32:30 PM PST by

Thats one old coin haha

Feb 8th, 2010 at 12:42:50 PM PST by

Oh yes it is...lol

Feb 8th, 2010 at 1:05:41 PM PST by

Auctions looking good Freestuffforyou!! and you still have a day to go.. way to go! :)

Feb 8th, 2010 at 1:54:44 PM PST by

Thank you Odysseygal2.......=>)

Feb 8th, 2010 at 2:01:56 PM PST by

Wow freestuff,you sure throw a hot auction!!AAA+++

Feb 8th, 2010 at 2:13:58 PM PST by

Hey great to see ya again mikemc.....Thank you.....=>)

Feb 8th, 2010 at 2:16:08 PM PST by

love to particepate but way outa my ball park...How 'bout them Saint's..:) WHO 'DAT(:

Feb 8th, 2010 at 2:15:53 PM PST by

Ya maybe next time you can bid? Thanks

Feb 8th, 2010 at 2:18:01 PM PST by

Wonderful item you have in auction! I cannot compete, but love to read about it:) Good luck, bidders! :)

Feb 8th, 2010 at 4:28:12 PM PST by

Thank you...ppocket....=>)

Feb 8th, 2010 at 4:39:12 PM PST by

Oh my.... <8^O

Feb 8th, 2010 at 6:47:31 PM PST by

On me Oh my......lol

Feb 8th, 2010 at 6:55:04 PM PST by

Listing GOOD items also help!

Feb 8th, 2010 at 6:49:20 PM PST by

Yes it helps...How about this chump4change??

http://www.listia.com/auction/93088

Feb 8th, 2010 at 6:54:40 PM PST by

This is neat...

Feb 9th, 2010 at 8:26:01 AM PST by

It is pretty neat manningfan79.....Thanks.....=>)

Feb 9th, 2010 at 10:34:16 AM PST by

I'll bet she did like it!
I did check out your other auction and bid, but I may get sunk.
I, too, blocked smith123. There are several like him/her that are just trying to disrupt Listia, I think.

Feb 8th, 2010 at 4:46:52 AM PST by

Good luck to you and thanks for the bids.....=>)

Feb 8th, 2010 at 9:39:58 AM PST by

I bet its worth ONE MILLION DOLLARS! (raises the pinky to the lips) hehe sorry dont block me. hehe

Feb 6th, 2010 at 6:40:28 AM PST by

We need a few jokes.....lol

Feb 6th, 2010 at 10:04:26 AM PST by

Just thought id break all the seriousness up

Feb 6th, 2010 at 6:40:45 AM PST by

That's great heathershelkey77.....HaHa. =>)

Feb 6th, 2010 at 10:03:33 AM PST by

Super Auction!!!!!!

Feb 5th, 2010 at 8:11:21 PM PST by

Thank you kilo5865. Please feel free to bid..lol

Feb 5th, 2010 at 8:16:32 PM PST by

I would love this coin if I had more points. The best part of history is having history.

Feb 5th, 2010 at 4:15:18 PM PST by

Hope you will be able to bid......=>)

Feb 5th, 2010 at 4:41:23 PM PST by

very good one.

Feb 5th, 2010 at 1:56:06 PM PST by

Hope you can bid.

Feb 5th, 2010 at 2:01:33 PM PST by

what a beautiful piece...

Feb 5th, 2010 at 1:28:47 PM PST by

Thank you smiley081561....=>)

Feb 5th, 2010 at 1:30:27 PM PST by

Hey mikemc.............................................................................................................................................................................

Feb 4th, 2010 at 4:59:39 PM PST by

I just found this one on the first search and it's not just like mine but also not as good shape as mine. I will try and find one like mine but here is the link to this one.........

http://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/6932926

Feb 4th, 2010 at 5:02:46 PM PST by

Hi Freestuff, can I get you to go out on a limb and guesstomate the current value of this most outragous coin??
Either in public or private...

Feb 4th, 2010 at 3:53:15 PM PST by

I would do it in puplic but I don't know the value. Everyone has a different opinion on the value mikemc. It could be worth anywhere from a dollar to ten thousand dollars? I really don't know. I have never had it appraised... Thank you mikemc. =>)

Feb 4th, 2010 at 4:49:15 PM PST by

Yeah I don't care....I like it, I think it's neat! I hope I can get the winning bid on it!

Feb 4th, 2010 at 3:21:55 PM PST by

Yaaaaaa I hope you do also...Thanks tibbyshep....=>)

Feb 4th, 2010 at 3:27:53 PM PST by

Hey there listia members................................................................................

Feb 4th, 2010 at 1:13:08 PM PST by

"i am putting this all in caps because i want everyone on listia to see this the best they can. this seller is absolutely fabulous and amazing! not only did they send the card in two (2) days there was plenty extra in the package. they went way!! above all to do there best to please me above my exspectations. i wish all members were like this and i hope they continue to show the devotion to all listia members that they have shown me. that is why i have taken the time to put this in my listing reply so listia will see. here is the link to the auction i won if anyone wants to view this persons item's they may have for sale now and in the future.....thank you. very dedicated and lighting fast shipper loribaisden! here is the link because we can't search by members i.d. at this time.,,,,,,,http://www.listia.com/auction/75613 "

Feb 4th, 2010 at 1:13:28 PM PST by

Wow, you generate a LOT of comments. Can I join the fun? This coin looks fun, I must admit. I'm with Skask (can I just type it short...very confusing name to type?) in that I'm not greatly into ancient coins. Have one, a Widow's Mite. The detail is definitely better than the ones I usually see. As I am *not* an ancient coins pro, it likely doesn't mean much.

Cleaning coins is an interesting issue, as it separates purists from casual. I tend to be a casual (yet really picky) collector, but am also a coin purist. It's a weird mix. Cleaning tends to devalue from a purist (book value) perspective, while the enhanced details really bring out the beauty of a coin. Anyway, all that just to converse. :)

I love auctions like this, were everyone decides to post. :) Debating about throwing in my credits as well, though 400 is getting a little steep. YIKES...and five days left!

Feb 4th, 2010 at 8:02:18 AM PST by

Nice to see you again StaceyLynn. Thanks for your input....=>)

Feb 4th, 2010 at 9:57:30 AM PST by

Very cool listing!!

Feb 4th, 2010 at 7:42:45 AM PST by

Thank you milanomax......Have a great day, =>)

Feb 4th, 2010 at 9:58:05 AM PST by

hey i aint trying to be mean but if this coin came form your dads collectiona nd it is so old and worth so much why would you want to get rid of it?

Feb 4th, 2010 at 7:19:38 AM PST by

It's my choice. I have more and I like Listia point and Listia members, THANKS .

Feb 4th, 2010 at 7:26:32 AM PST by

@ Freestuffforyou: Cool, thanks for the info. PayPal is great for shipping... I use UPS through them. I'll have to try flat rate boxes. Thanks!

Feb 3rd, 2010 at 11:19:36 PM PST by

The flat rate boxes are great. Just pack it well and tape the heck out of it. With enough tape you can ship bricks. LOL

USPS.COM Is where you can order alot of packing items for free right to your door. I have ordered two case of small two cases of medium two cases of large and priority stckers and more all at one time. It's pretty cool and free. Have a great one Craig....=>)

Feb 3rd, 2010 at 11:32:29 PM PST by

but hes on my side of the car and he wont stop pocking me, MOM!

Feb 3rd, 2010 at 10:22:34 PM PST by

Will you please stop poking puppetmast. And get back on your side..lol Say what?

Feb 3rd, 2010 at 10:52:31 PM PST by

Wow man! This is incredible!

With any other seller (*cough* Brooklyns *cough*) , I wouldn't believe this to be real - but freestuffforyou is the most honest person on Listia.

Awesome listing man; count on me bidding!

Oh, I had a quick question for you and thought I'd ask you here instead of in an email - what carrier do you use to ship items? I pay about $19 for shipping on every auction I list, and was just wondering who you used (after shipping a thousand items) to ship.

Feb 3rd, 2010 at 5:36:23 PM PST by

Hey there Craig.. Ya at one time I was doing UPS but that was clearing my pocket a bit.lol They are fast than USPS But they get the difference on the price to make up for it. I just use the US post office. It takes longer and should be called the US snail mail..LOL They have the flat rate boxes....you know? small flat rate $4.95, medium flat rate, $9.95 and large flat rate $14.95. All of these come with confirmation and if it fits there's no weight limit. They have several other sizes also. You can order the boxes online and they will bring them to your door for free or you can pick some up at the p.o. I weigh my packages at home with a postal scale and print my shipping with paypal. Printing with paypal also gives you a discount alot of items fit in bubble wrap envelopes and it's the same way, print the shipping with paypal or just use stamps. Hope this helps. On your

Feb 3rd, 2010 at 11:16:10 PM PST by

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