Thanks for your responses, everyone! Whether this is a security edge or something else, it's really shoddy craftsmanship as the recessed groove...
I've had this Naples & Sicily 1859 10 Tornesi in my collection for years. However, only recently did i notice that the coin has a rather unique...
Sweden 1662 1/2 Öre. The 1/2 denomination is not as common as the 1/4 and even 1 and 2 Öre denominations. [IMG] [IMG]
Wow, that's a beautiful piece! Strong details on the crown and on St. John's face & robe. Maybe some doubling in the legend?
Thanks, Talerman! I've enjoyed seeing coins from your collection. I like collecting rare states/cantons, which usually means "settling" for minor...
Thanks for sharing the article! It was a lively and informative read. If you're willing to live with F-VF condition, you can obtain the entire...
Sweden, 1718 1 Daler S.M., "Flink och Färdig" (agile and ready). This and a handful of other copper coins (including one upthread) were issued as...
Stunning coins. It appears that the "Saxon steed" was appropriated by the Welf/Guelph family in and around Hannover beginning in the 14th...
Long-time German States collector and long-time forum lurker here. Thought i'd finally take the plunge into posting, on this thread. Frankfurt...
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