Some time ago I created a thread and posed the question - are ancient coin prices spiking/ in a bubble? The general consensus was no, prices are...
I noticed the coins on my watchlist had low estimates too. Perhaps this is strategic to get more bidders involved? I've always thought HA had...
Ok @TIF thats pretty impressive.. The Lucius Verus and Aquilia Severa tetradrachms are fantastic!
I was admiring pics of this auction win when I noticed a sizeable depression on the obverse - Not sure how I missed it before. The weight is good...
Finally got a Lysimachos tetradrachm! The style is decent and I like that this one hasnt been over-cleaned. [IMG] [IMG] [IMG] Estimate: - |...
[ATTACH] Shapur is amused :)
The back story is a little strange, the coin was found between the cushions of the couch in a rental suite... This coin looks perfectly authentic...
Fantastic, I think that is a match! It's actually closer to 18 mm and the inscription matches the second link you posted Thanks Jay
This coin came into my hands through a family friend. It's driving me nuts as the symbol on the reverse looks so familiar but I can't put my...
Egypt, Alexandria. Hadrian, Drachm circa 134-135AD (year 19) [IMG] Egypt, Alexandria. Dattari. Hadrian, 117-138 Drachm circa 134-135 (year 19),...
I have no insight to share, but I love the Turkoman coins and have 2 from the Theselius collection.. below is the only one I have a photo for....
The idea of of Ammon goes back to the ancient Egyptians c. 2500 - 2000 BC and their king of the gods and creator, Amun. The Egyptians would later...
Al Kowsky I had not made that connection before but yes, you are right! Torques were a a major status symbol in Celtic culture. The exact same...
I was extremely taken with this piece from the moment Roma posted their catalog for Auction XXVII; The Hermann Lanz collection of Celtic coins....
Nice! Yea, it sounds like my bid held up :)
Very nice. I'm unsure if I won my lot (156) and it's killing me. Was ahead on the pre-bid with some cushion but I slept thru live bidding. Hammer...
There's a lot to like in Kunker's upcoming catalogue.. I have over a dozen watchlisted =) I concur that the estimates are are looking a little low...
Sorry for taking a few days to respond, life got busy. I appreciate everyone's experience and input and am left... still unsure. I accept that I...
This is an interesting thread as I am often drawn to coins with problems as long as they still have eye appeal. I'm currently considering a couple...
AE Dirhem, Ancient Turkoman Artuqids (Kayfa & Amid), c. 1174-1185 AD (AH 570-581) [ATTACH] Ruler: Nur al-Din Muhammad. Obv: Angel facing with...
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