Numerous ancient coins were struck with dies that were larger than the blanks. Consequently, these coins do not show the complete coin design. This is the case for Celtic coins, Visigothic, Barbarian imitations and Indian medieval coins, for instance. Our objective is to reveal the complete coin designs precisely as they appeared on the original dies at the time of striking.

Using specific die markers and die breaks in coins to identify the original die, we propose an innovative methodology that we call Die Design Reconstruction (DDR) using Information Technology and more precisely imaging techniques. This simple and reproducible method consists of overlaying with great precision, high definition digital photographs of the die markers in incomplete coin designs to “reconstruct” the original die design. Such a method allows us to discover previously unknown coin designs, shed light on lost ancient knowledge and reveal new representations (gods, rulers, military chiefs, etc.).

Die Design Reconstruction using imaging techniques is an innovative method which can create new research subjects for all time periods, particularly through the iconographic study of the newly revealed symbols and elements present on the coins. Furthermore, DDR contributes to a better understanding of ancient coin mint organization and to more precise coin classifications.

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