My first purchase for the year

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  1. AussieCollector

    AussieCollector Moderator Moderator

    EDIT - it turned out to be a fake (read thread below)

    Hi all

    It's a bit unbelievable, but I have made my first Ancient coin purchase for the year.

    I mostly blame COVID-19, as I have been hesitant to order coins from overseas given the travel restrictions and issues with international shipping.

    But, I found this from a reputable local dealer! Very pleased with the quality for the price. I wouldn't exactly say it was bargain basement price, but the wife also wouldn't raise an eyebrow.

    Cheers

    AC

    Denarius
    Ancient Rome (Republic), 83 B.C.
    Ruler: C. Norbanus
    Obverse: Head of Venus right, wearing diadem; behind, control-mark. Border of dots.
    Obverse Legend: VIIII C NORBANVS
    Reverse: Prow stem, fasces with axe, caduceus and corn-ear. Border of dots.
    Diameter: 18.61mm;
    Weight: 3.28g;
    Metal: Silver
    Condition: Very Fine
    Reference Numbers: RRC 357/1b

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    AussieCollector, May 7, 2020
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  3. Mat

    Mat Ancient Coincoholic

    Mat, May 7, 2020
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  4. Ancient Aussie

    Ancient Aussie Well-Known Member

    Congrats, fantastic coin. I have only bought one from overseas in early Jan just before the Aussie dollar tanked so I doubt any more coins from overseas this year from me. Who is the local seller if you don't mind me asking?
     
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  5. AussieCollector

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  6. Roman Collector

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  7. AussieCollector

    AussieCollector Moderator Moderator

    Sterling Currency.
     
    AussieCollector, May 7, 2020
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  8. AussieCollector

    AussieCollector Moderator Moderator

    Indeed.

    I was in such a good mood about it too. :(
     
    AussieCollector, May 7, 2020
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  9. Ancient Aussie

    Ancient Aussie Well-Known Member

    If it is fake your lucky he's close so you can get a quick refund.
     
    Ancient Aussie, May 7, 2020
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  10. AussieCollector

    AussieCollector Moderator Moderator

    Yep, a refund has already been confirmed.

    Thanks to the good CT folk, particularly @Mat, for alerting me. I guess no purchase for now.
     
    AussieCollector, May 7, 2020
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  11. Mat

    Mat Ancient Coincoholic

    Sorry, I don't like being the one to post that kind of news. It's upsetting when someone does it to me, but I appreciate it.
     
    Mat, May 7, 2020
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  12. AussieCollector

    AussieCollector Moderator Moderator

    @Mat likewise, thank you
     
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  13. randygeki

    randygeki Coin Collector

    That sucks, but glab you got a refund.
     
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  14. ominus1

    ominus1 Well-Known Member

    ..ah well...so that's means you & i are still tied on coins bought(and kept:p) for the year so far:D...for i ain't bought any yet either :).....that was a good call @Mat..and i'm sorry it wasn't legit, but who ain't bought one or two.. i know i have..:)
     
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  15. furryfrog02

    furryfrog02 Well-Known Member

    Was excited and crushed for OP all in about 30 seconds. Way to go @Mat for the good eye.
    Glad you were able to get a refund @AussieCollector
     
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  16. AussieCollector

    AussieCollector Moderator Moderator

    Well provided I haven't jinxed myself by posting before I've received it, I may be one up on you again :) https://www.cointalk.com/threads/le...t-coin-purchase-for-2020.359613/#post-4478856

    Indeed. I don't know what I'd do without CT.
     
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  17. Bing

    Bing Illegitimi non carborundum Supporter

    Sorry about that. Some fakes are really so good they can fool some experts. We've had discussions before about dealers/experts being fooled.

    BTW, here is my example of the coin you purchased, and I hope it's not fake. @Mat?
    C Norbanus 2.jpg
    C NORBANUS ROMAN REPUBLIC; GENS NORBANA
    AR Denarius
    OBVERSE: C• NORBANVS, head of Venus right, wearing stephane, earring, and necklace; XVIIII behind
    REVERSE: Prow-stem, fasces, caduceus and grain ear.
    Rome 83 BC
    3.9g, 18mm
    Crawford 357/1a. Sydenham 740. Norbana 1
     
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  18. AussieCollector

    AussieCollector Moderator Moderator

    Nice example, hope it's not fake as well.

    The dealer indicated that the coin fooled him because they'd put some sort of resin over it to hide the telltale signs (he must have literally ran over to the cabinet, pulled it out, and placed it under the microscope).
     
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  19. Clavdivs

    Clavdivs Well-Known Member

    I prefer a fake be pointed out by PM first.
    But that is just one opinion... so kind of worthless.

    It's happened to me and I certainly appreciated it at the time.
     
    Clavdivs, May 7, 2020
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  20. AussieCollector

    AussieCollector Moderator Moderator

    Yes, I can see why one might prefer that.

    In this instance, it was fine from my perspective to do it in the thread. And this way, people can read through for themselves. Although I've thought about amending the title of the thread, so people know before they click that the purchase was a misfire.
     
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  21. furryfrog02

    furryfrog02 Well-Known Member

    I can understand your point. But I will throw this out there;I like the idea of others being able to learn from my mistakes. Be it people who use google searches and come up with the thread or the regular members on here.

    I think that providing resources and education is a crucial part of this hobby. I love that people here are so free with their knowledge and are more than willing to share that with others.
     
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