Oops! Bare of course. Best to leave bears out of it!
I see. Actually I've seen this before with Libertads, but have not examined them closely. If the problem with due to a chemical reaction that...
Those are two very choice coins. Exceptionally attractive, high grade minors are difficult to locate. Congrats!
There are very attractive sovereign size gold coins available at bullion prices. This is an older acquisition from Karl Stephens many years ago...
Sorry about the spots. What are they made of? Clearly this is not toning. Have you heard of Sodium Thiosulphate? I've used it to treat ancient...
7979? or 2929?
Hoards do appear from time to time. There seems to be a group of pharaonic owls from Syria entering the market right now.
I suggest first soaking the coin in distilled water, not tap water. See how much dirt loosens up. Use a soft toothbrush and wooden toothpicks....
Separate names with a comma.
