Agathocles Tetradrachm - Real or Fake?

Discussion in 'Ancient Coins' started by alltherage, Dec 5, 2014.

  1. alltherage

    alltherage New Member

    My first Cointalk post! I bought this coin on an online auction site (not eBay). I've identified it as an Agathocles tetradrachm, and it looks pretty good. It has patina, shows wear, looks like silver and has no apparent rim seams. The problem is that it should weigh around 16.5 grams, but weighs 9.5 grams. I'm befuddled as to whether it's real or a fake. Your opinions are welcome. Thanks!
     

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  3. alltherage

    alltherage New Member

    I forgot to mention, the diameter varies from 28.5 to 29.8 mm.
     
  4. maridvnvm

    maridvnvm Well-Known Member

    Utterly modern.
     
  5. Bing

    Bing Illegitimi non carborundum Supporter

    It doesn't look right to me. I put a lot of faith in Maridvnvm. If he says it's a fake, I think you can take that to the bank.
     
  6. John Anthony

    John Anthony Ultracrepidarian

    Ugh...not even close, sorry. :(
     
  7. TIF

    TIF Always learning.

    As others have said, not even close. Sorry :(

    You can read more about your fake coin here.
     
  8. alltherage

    alltherage New Member

    Thanks for all the great info! I had a strong suspicion it was a fake luckily, I still have time to get a refund. Another lesson learned.
     
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  9. Valentinian

    Valentinian Well-Known Member

    You advisors are correct--it is fake.
     
  10. Aidan_()

    Aidan_() Numismatic Contributor

    At least you get a refund.
    The good ancient folks here tell ya' all the stuff you need to know. ;)
     
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