3rd Century A.D Ceramic Counterfeiter’s Mold – VF & Scarce

c. 3rd Century A.D. Ceramic Counterfeiter’s Mold

Part of a mold for casting coins,

Impressed on top side with an Alexandria mint reverse type: Genius standing left, holding patera and cornucopia; K-Δ/P//ALE.

Below side impressed with another Alexandria mint reverse type: Genius standing left, holding patera and cornucopia; K-S/P//ALE.

Condition, As made, Very Fine & Scarce

An interesting insight to how counterfeiter’s would cast issues for either trying to defraud or possible to the lack of small currency needed in the outskirts of the Roman Empire.

PLEASE NOTE: Orange wax impressions are only for example of what the casting would look like, they are not present and included.