[Poll-2] #8 Bing vs #25 Roman Collector (Round 1) CIT 2018

Discussion in 'Ancient Coins' started by Curtisimo, Jul 25, 2018.

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Please vote on the coin you think comes out on top in each of the following categories. 3 votes per

Poll closed Jul 28, 2018.

  1. Eye appeal (#8 Bing)

    50 vote(s)
    76.9%

  2. Best bargain (#8 Bing)

    11 vote(s)
    16.9%

  3. Historical or numismatic interest (#8 Bing)

    57 vote(s)
    87.7%

  4. Eye appeal (#25 Roman Collector)

    12 vote(s)
    18.5%

  5. Best bargain (#25 Roman Collector)

    52 vote(s)
    80.0%

  6. Historical or numismatic interest (#25 Roman Collector)

    8 vote(s)
    12.3%
Multiple votes are allowed.
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  1. lrbguy

    lrbguy Well-Known Member

    Wow, these guys know their material!
    Bing's special legionary is certainly impressive even to one who is not conversant with that field (me). However, he did not make any comment about the "deal" he got, so I have to get that aspect from the peanut gallery. Hmmm. RC was all about the incredible deal.

    Bing went for historical and RC went for numismatic, sort of. A large part of what RC had to say about why his Nerva is interesting was focused on its scarcity in the marketplace, but he did not comment much on its numismatic significance (e.g. does it fill in a gap?). Bing gave us a nice glimpse at the historical setting for the special legionary piece, pinpointing the significance of the team behind the icon.

    As for appearance, the photos are not of equal merit, but Bing's item seems to be more complete in the clarity of its design and textual elements.

    If they had a category for a honking schnoz (look it up), Andrew has a Galba that would take it hands down.
     
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  3. Theodosius

    Theodosius Fine Style Seeker

    Both these coins have a lot going for them, tough choices!

    John
     
    Theodosius, Jul 25, 2018
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  4. Aidan_()

    Aidan_() Numismatic Contributor

    Good job @Curtisimo ... making everything so difficult!
     
    Aidan_(), Jul 26, 2018
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  5. MontCollector

    MontCollector Well-Known Member

    I second that! Had a hard time deciding on this one myself.
     
    MontCollector, Jul 26, 2018
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  6. lordmarcovan

    lordmarcovan Eclectic numismatist Moderator

    Went with @Bing in the "historical interest" category.

    Went with @Roman Collector in the "best bargain" category.

    It was a tossup for me on the "eye appeal" category. I considered the two pretty equally matched. Finally went for @Bing's coin ... by a nose.

    Liked them both. For some reason, @Roman Collector's denarius didn't click with me as being a Nerva at first glance. My brain said "Tribute Penny" for a nanosecond.
     
    lordmarcovan, Jul 27, 2018
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  7. ancientcoinguru

    ancientcoinguru Well-Known Member

    I really enjoyed reading the write ups for these coins, lots of great info! And I now appreciate the scarcity of both coins. Going to be a touch call.
     
    ancientcoinguru, Jul 27, 2018
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  8. TypeCoin971793

    TypeCoin971793 Just a random guy on the internet

    Same
     
    TypeCoin971793, Jul 27, 2018
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  9. panzerman

    panzerman Well-Known Member

    Tough choice again!

    I finally decided on Bing's coin for value/historical significance/ while I picked Roman Collectors Nerva Denarius for eye appeal.

    John
     
    panzerman, Jul 27, 2018
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  10. Curtisimo

    Curtisimo the Great(ish)

    This poll will close in a little over 1 hour so if anyone out there hasn't voted yet now is the time!
     
    Curtisimo, Jul 28, 2018
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  11. Curtisimo

    Curtisimo the Great(ish)

    Results
    #8 @Bing - 118 Winner
    #25 @Roman Collector - 72

    This match up was special because it featured two top CT contributors and good friends. Roman Collector came out on top in the bargain category with his excellent cherry pick of a Nerva but Bing took both eye appeal and interest to come out ahead in the overall score.

    @Bing will advance to face the winner of the @Clavdivs vs @Pavlos match up.
     
    Curtisimo, Jul 28, 2018
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  12. Roman Collector

    Roman Collector Well-Known Member

    Congratulations, @Bing ! Good luck to you as you advance to round 2!!
     
    Roman Collector, Jul 28, 2018
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  13. Bing

    Bing Illegitimi non carborundum Supporter

    Thank s all. It was a tough competition from a tough competitor. If nothing else, I've progressed one more step than I did last time.
     
    Bing, Jul 28, 2018
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  14. MontCollector

    MontCollector Well-Known Member

    MontCollector, Jul 28, 2018
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  15. Orfew

    Orfew Draco dormiens nunquam titillandus

    Congratulations @Bing
     
    Orfew, Jul 28, 2018
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  16. zumbly

    zumbly Ha'ina 'ia mai ana ka puana

    Congrats, @Bing! Can’t wait to see what you’ll pull out of that top hat for the next round! :D
     
    zumbly, Jul 28, 2018
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  17. Justin Lee

    Justin Lee I learn by doing

    Congratulations @Bing!
     
    Justin Lee, Jul 28, 2018
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  18. Milesofwho

    Milesofwho Omnivorous collector

    Congrats and good luck!
     
    Milesofwho, Jul 28, 2018
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  19. Ancient Aussie

    Ancient Aussie Well-Known Member

    Congrats Bing, you will probably need a nap after that great effort, and well played RC.
     
    Ancient Aussie, Jul 29, 2018
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  20. Bing

    Bing Illegitimi non carborundum Supporter

    I like my naps!
     
    Bing, Jul 29, 2018
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  21. ro1974

    ro1974 Well-Known Member

    it is indeed cos III nice one
     
    ro1974, Jul 29, 2018
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