Ancient Coins

Ephesus and 'Neokoros'

I found this short essay I’d written a while ago, and thought some among you might find it interesting or helpful, especially those familiar with…

Oct 23 • L.R.C. Brickell

Making an Entrance

I’m a big fan of architecture on ancient coins — not the front-facing temples you see everywhere, but innovative designs from the Roman provinces.

Oct 21 • L.R.C. Brickell

⛰️ a view to a hill 🏛

There are few greater moments in life than chancing upon that package or envelope you’ve been waiting so eagerly for.

Apr 3 • L.R.C. Brickell

Antinous

Sabina didn’t much please emperor Hadrian.

Mar 13 • L.R.C. Brickell

A Handful of Sigloi

A Brief Introduction to the Currency of the Achaemenid Empire

Feb 5, 2023 • L.R.C. Brickell

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