9 EROTIC ROMAN BROTHEL TOKENS (SPINTRIAE) 24K GOLD PLATE

9 EROTIC ROMAN BROTHEL TOKENS (SPINTRIAE) 24K GOLD PLATE

THESE ARE REPRODUCTIONS OF ACTUAL ROMAN COINS STRUCK IN THE 1ST CENTURY A.D. THERE ARE 9 COINS IN THIS SERIES.

EROTIC ROMAN BROTHEL COINS, CALLED “SPINTRIA”

#’s III, IIII, V, VI, VIIII, X, XII, XIII, XV.

ALL COINS ARE ABOUT (21 mm 4 g) (20 to 40 A.D.)

A spintria (plural, spintriae) is a Roman token, possibly for use in brothels, usually depicting sexual acts or symbols. They were only produced for a few years in the first century, between the years 20 to 40 AD, during the reign of Emperor Tiberius. The numbers I to XVI are known, but numbers exceeding XII are very rare. The Discovery Channel had a series, hosted by Terry Jones (Monty Python), “The History of Sex” and Roman brothel tokens were briefly mentioned. They were struck in brass or bronze. Possibly they were used to overcome the language barrier for visitors who spoke no Latin. Experts cannot agree on the use for the Roman numbers. Were they the price for the act pictured on the front, or the value, or just a risqué novelty item? We will never know for sure. They are a great piece of Roman history.

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If you enjoy ancient history, you will enjoy these coins. They are the “bookmarks” of ancient history. They provide accurate dates of famous people and events. Coins offer us accurate portraits of the most famous leaders, their gods, mythology, beliefs and the way they lived and died. Start collecting today and enjoy ancient history. The cost is very reasonable, most are $4.95. Everyone can enjoy these with a very low investment. They make great gifts for adults and children. You can make ancient history interesting and exciting for your children.

All of my coins are cast and plated in the U.S.A.

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THESE ARE NOT ANCIENT TOKENS.

THEY ARE ACCURATE AND DETAILED 24K GOLD OR ANTIQUE SILVER PLATED REPRODUCTIONS.

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USA: SHIPPING IS $1.95 FOR THE FIRST ITEM, ALL ADDITIONAL ITEMS ARE ONLY $.25.

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INTERNATIONAL RATE CHANGE: IN FEBRUARY, U.S. POSTAL RATES FOR INTERNATIONAL PACKAGES WENT UP 17%. A 3 OZ. PACKAGE NOW COSTS $4.56.

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