Not a direct answer about which are "best", but here are some reverses I like: [ATTACH] (I know you appreciate this next one Doug; good taste!)...
Good thread, Warren. Some of my favorites, style-wise. Phil Davis [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
The 2nd known example of an unpublished variety without control letter on either side. Can't say more right now; I have a brief write-up in Koinon...
I don't have a ton of worn coins, but I do have a few. I'll accept quite a bit of wear on types I consider legitimately rare, but I won't accept...
I especially like the top coin Michael; as good as I've ever seen for the type. There's an extensive discussion of the Vulcan cap/punch die...
I think you're the first person on this list who asked about "Volodya" although I've definitely been asked in other non-coin venues. It's actually...
If you're mostly looking to vent your frustration, that's fine. Have at it. If you're also hoping for useful feedback that might improve your...
These results are a valuable demonstration of the truism that understanding the ancient coin market is more art than science. Examining the hammer...
This is a really fundamental point (not the tongue in cheek threat of prosecution, but the general principal.) As my friends here are aware, I...
Yes, we all understand that whenever you don't win a coin, at a price that you consider fair, it can only be the result of unethical or illegal...
A different view of the same pair. Crawford 455/2, 47 BC. Phil Davis [ATTACH]
I'll put on my HJB cap for a moment and firmly promise on behalf of the firm that you won't be hearing from our lawyers! Phil Davis
Why not simply ask CNG?
Crawford 335/3f. Ex Russo, ex Leu 17. Among my five favorite coins in my collection. Phil Davis [ATTACH]
Bravo David! It's amazing how many dealers--including some pretty prominent ones--don't do this and are content to simply replicate whatever...
Three points: 1.) I've never considered my collection as an investment and would never advise anyone to view their collection that way. 2.) If...
Most ancient coins have survived a lot worse than being dropped.
I bought the very first AK lot, all RR silver, for HJB stock. Really nice coins, with provenances going back to Haeberlin. The firm did well; I...
Superior did that too. I still have part of a hoard of 3rd century Antioch tetradrachms I bought sight unseen from them from an unphotographed...
A couple: [IMG] [ATTACH] Phil Davis
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