Yes—more than I normally budget for my ancients allowance but worth every penny. I very nearly spent quite a bit more for one that was a lot more worn, scratched, and not well centered. When I saw this one become available I didn't believe my eyes—I had to read the offer three times.
NumisWiki article on the Tribute Penny... http://www.forumancientcoins.com/numiswiki/view.asp?key=Tribute Penny At the bottom of the article there are links to six additional NumisWiki pages related to the Tribute Penny.
Hey, hey, Deacon Ray - your thread drew a response from Joe Sermarini! One of only two ever, since 2004!
I'm late to the party but very cool addition @Deacon Ray ! I'll throw in mine to do as everyone ROMAN EMPIRE, TIBERIUS Denarius, RIC 26 Lyon mint, after 15-16 AD TI CAESAR DIVI AVG F AVGUSTUS, Laureate head of Tiberius right PONTIF MAXIM, Woman seated right on a throne (Livia ?) and holding sceptre 3.71 gr Ref : RIC # 26, RCV #1763, Cohen #16 Q
Congrats DR!! I know how nice it can be to finally get milestone coin. I do not have a tribute penny but would love have one as nice as yours!