They took thousands of Roman prisoners with them, when their troops were annihilated near Augsburg. Or Hercules is displayed featuring Postumus’ facial features. Hercules l. From the forthcoming Jacquier Auction 42 (16.9.2016), Lot 822. Even the emperor was helpless: While fighting the Sassanians Valerian was taken prisoner and Gallienus did not have the necessary resources to free him. On the obverse we see Postumus accompanied by Hercules. The dies of the aurei were not only used to strike gold coins, but also to strike silver denarii. Antoninianus, Cologne. Great! The reverse displays Castor, who was known to the Greeks as one of the dioscuri. French is more than 'just' a language! Estimate: 3,000 euros. And indeed, Postumus did not only have to fight against invading tribes, but also against the Emperor Gallienus. Almost very fine. Examining Postumus’ coins quickly shows that Hercules was his favorite subject and that he appears especially frequently on coins. Perfect pictures... yes, a little shrug was missing in the "I don't know one," but that's OK. Well as a 7year old Parisien I can't disagree to the above gestures though I am yet to see the "You are full of it" face in Paris.

In our archive, we have made all of the content available which has been published since CoinsWeekly was established. Very fine. Here’s a look at some recurrent French faces, and how to interpret their meaning: This face is probably the most common face made in Paris. However, the "I don't know/I really don't care" face is nearly always accompanied by (or replaced by) the famous Gallic Shrug. UK:*UK and possibly other pronunciationsUK and possibly other pronunciations'Gallic', 'gallic': /ˈɡælɪk/, US:USA pronunciation: respellingUSA pronunciation: respelling'Gallic': (gal′ik); 'gallic': (Chem. We use these faces so much everyday... And we make quite a lot of sound effects too ! This face is made by forming a fist with one hand, covering the nose and repeatedly twisting one's wrist to the right and then the left. Very fine.

All the above coins will be on offer at the Jacquier Auction 42, which will be conducted on September 16, 2016. Virtus also contains the Latin word vir (= man). Hercules, of course, decided to take the difficult but honorable path. At the same time, the Juthungi were invading Italy. Antoninianus, Cologne, 263. Antoninianus, mint II(?). Sinon I too have used all these expressions myself during my stay LOL! Signalez une erreur ou suggérez une amélioration. Hercules swings the hoe in order to create a new riverbed.

VICTORI-A GERMANICA Victory r. From the forthcoming Jacquier Auction 42 (16.9.2016), Lot 533. (of or from ancient Gaul) gaulois adj adjectif: modifie un nom. From disbelief to discontent, it can convey a message just as clearly as any grouping of words. Estimate: 600 euros. (of or from ancient Gaul) γαλατικός επίθ επίθετο: Περιγράφει το ουσιαστικό που συνοδεύει, π.χ.ψηλός άντρας, καλός καιρός κλπ, και αλλάζει ανάλ Anonyme (not verified) - Sat, 05/21/2011 - 21:14. Perhaps this happened in Deuso, because in numismatics Hercules Deusoniensis is only known from coins of Postumus, which is why several scholars hypothesize that it was at this location Postumus won the decisive victory over the Germanic peoples and was proclaimed the new emperor. And this word made a Roman rather think of a quote, which we know from many movies: “A man’s got to do what a man’s got to do.” Virtus was really understood as the responsible performance of duties, the veneration of tradition, the willingness to achieve the will of the gods. From the forthcoming Jacquier Auction 42 (16.9.2016), Lot 588. Just missing the "but who are you exactly?" Funny and telling how there is no friendly face and expression to be found.....Paris! Apparently the French are very sceptical, as there seems to be a number of ways to say "I don't believe you/him/her/them". Estimate: 800 euros. Cologne, beginning of 269. VICTORIA POSTVMI AVG Roma seated r., on outstretched right arm Victory. I hope it helps foreigner to understand us and communicate better...since we're so bad at languages >_>, I'm French. Coins featuring the image of Hercules Magusanus, whose cult was wildly spread on the Lower Rhine, point to this theory. Rev. It stretches and twists to express a wide range of expressions and emotions with the same elasticity of a rubber band. Extremely fine. It is formed by pulling the corners of one's lips dramatically downward, and giving a wide-eyed stare. Antoninianus, Trier. And it also meant gifts of money for local troops and the protection of civilians. To the soldiers, the proximity to the emperor was important in order to have his attention. Hercules asked her for her name. This face is made by taking the index and either tapping one's skull or twisting the finger back and forth in a repetitive motion. Perhaps Xanten was at risk in the years of 260/1 and was defended personally by the emperor. One of them features Hercules, who has just caught the Erymanthian Boar and is about to throw the animal onto the pathetically whining Eurystheus, who is hiding in a pithos. Estimate: 10,000 euros. Signalez une publicité qui vous semble abusive. Which is why Postumus appears wearing Hercules’ attire on coins. LOL you just made my day!! From everyone’s favourite dive bar to the beauty of Belleville, 'Flipside’ gives an unconventional peek at Paris. One of them, elaborately spruced up, promised him an easy life full of joy. In 268, on the occasion of the 4th consulate of Postumus and as a kind of an advanced issuance to mark the 10th anniversary of his reign as emperor, an interesting series illustrating several labors of Hercules was produced. Rev. LAETITIA AVG Galley l. From the forthcoming Jacquier Auction 42 (16.9.2016), Lot 512. FRANCE 24 is not liable for any damages whatsoever arising out of the content or use of this blog. Double sestertius, Cologne, 261. Antoninianus, Cologne, 263. Hee hee...excellent idea, well done Rachel! Estimate: 4,000 euros. Firstly, there is this 267 antoninianus. En général, seule la forme au masculin singulier est donnée. The enormous waste of life in the Gallic domestic quarrels, their foreign expeditions, and in their wars with the Romans, was easily supplied. That’s why it was so important to Postumus to reflect his victoriousness on his coins. Rev. Your name: E-mail: The content of this field is kept private and will not be shown publicly. More information about formatting options.

Yes, you do have the classical french facial features such as your cheekbones and chin, light skin, hair type and color, large eyes, and mouth shape/size. Amazing images can also be found on simple antoniniani. Estimate: 8,000 euros. Why does Hercules appear so often on the coins of Postumus? Extremely fine. Antoninianus, Cologne, late 268. For example on this antoninianus, which was minted around the same time as the denarii. It is used in situations of general annoyance (for example, when walking behind someone who moves at a snail's pace). Hercules at the crossroads. It features a brand new type of vessel. C C A A COS IIII (= Colonia Claudia Augusta Agrippinensium) Moneta. From the forthcoming Jacquier Auction 42 (16.9.2016), Lot 632.

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This medallion, a bronze off-metal strike from a die, which was made for a quadruple aureus in the end of 276 / the beginning of 268, is dedicated to the fight against the Cretan Bull. Discussions sur 'Gallic' dans le forum English Only, ⓘ Un ou plusieurs fils de discussions du forum correspondent exactement au terme que vous recherchez. In 274 Aurelian was able to bring it under his control. HERCVLI PISAEO Hercules swinging a hoe, before him, a fountain vessel as a symbol of the Alpheus. Gallic hunters were not always after wild game. Its inscription Pacator Orbis, bringer of peace to the world, was probably based on the hope, …. Excellent post - has helped me understand my husband's non-verbal signals!

Since the middle of the year of 268, the administration of the Gallic Empire was forced to sharply reduce the silver content of the metal used to produce antoniniani. Rev. Rev. Castor was mortal, Pollux immortal. The French face is what hands are to the Italians.

VICTORIA AVG Victory riding biga r. From the forthcoming Jacquier Auction 42 (16.9.16), Lot 509. From the forthcoming Jacquier Auction 42 (16.9.2016), Lot 583. There is a right way to cut the cheese... 'Dynamo' a county fair fun house for art lovers, For the homesick American in Paris: Brunch at Allen’s Market, First day of summer 'soldes', Parisian-style. Doing that, he redirects the Alpheius, which is symbolized by a fountain vessel. gal′ik; Botan. Good very fine. Several special emissions feature the labors of Hercules. It is formed by pursing the lips and blowing forcefully out, with a slight raise of the eyebrows. PACATOR ORBIS Sol to the r. From the forthcoming Jacquier Auction 42 (16.9.2016), Lot 609. Her name was Virtue and her path was hard but honorable. CASTOR The dioscur Castor r., holding his horse by its bridle. Estimate: 3,000 euros. For friends happiness, for fiends vice, she answered him. The content of this field is kept private and will not be shown publicly. Antoninianus. Antoninianus, Trier, beginning of 269. And the relevant CoinsWeekly preview can be read here. From the forthcoming Jacquier Auction 42 (16.9.2016), Lot 704. A Paris guide that strays from convention, A pick-it-yourself farm on the fringes of Paris, A lesson in making sushi from an American in Paris.

Rev. Antoninianus, unknown mint, 263. Antoninianus, Cologne, 261. Extremely fine. Post new comment. Or Hercules is displayed featuring Postumus’ facial features. Estimate: 8,000 euros. In 266 or 267 Gallienus layed siege on a city, perhaps Trier, and was injured during the battles. Gallienus had sent his son, Saloninus, even though he was still young and had to be accompanied by an advisor. While Paris can boast some great goodies but oldies, FRANCE 24 journalist Rachel Holman takes a look at what charms the city has to offer beyond the Eiffel Tower. Already in antiquity the poets knew Hercules at the crossroads: Indecisive of which path of life to take, the young Hercules came to a crossroad, where two women were waiting for him. At approximately the same time, in late 268, this coin was struck. Aurelian did not execute the last Gallic Emperor, Tetricus, and he did not declare damnatio memoriae against the Gallic usurpers, which has to be interpreted as a gesture of recognition. Does this mean I am ready to visit Paris and successfully communicate with the natives? It is most likely that this striking can be associated with these events.

From the forthcoming Jacquier Auction 42 (16.9.2016), Lot 571. The content on this blog is provided on an "as-is" basis. VIRTVS A-EQVIT Romulus to the r. From the forthcoming Jacquier Auction 42 (16.9.2016), Lot 613. It didn’t take long for Postumus to be recognized in Germania, Gaul, Raetia, Hispania, and Britannia, which is why he was able to concentrate on securing the Rhine border. Estimate: 1,800 euros. Almost extremely fine. Rev. PM TR – P X COS V P P Emperor. From the forthcoming Jacquier Auction 42 (16.9.2016), Lot 602. Bust of Postumus and head of Hercules l. Rev. Antoninianus, Cologne, 267. From the forthcoming Jacquier Auction 42 (16.9.2016), Lot 582.

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To the inhabitants of the Roman Empire, it truly must have seemed like the beginning of the apocalypse: Plundering and murdering, a group of Alemanni went all the way to Milan, where Gallienus was finally able to repulse the attack. Rev. HERC – PACIFERO. Rev. And the east was devastated by the Sassanians. Gallic adj adjective: Describes a noun or pronoun--for example, "a tall girl," "an interesting book," "a big house." Il est généralement placé après le nom et s'accorde avec le nom (ex : un ballon bleu, une balle bleue). It combines the demigod Hercules with the inscription VIRTVTI AVGVSTI.

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