You should start a topic and share the horror stories, but don’t use any names. That would be fun and interesting for newbie collectors like me.
Can you PM me the auction house so I can steer clear? I have noticed plenty of fake ancient coins on eBay, and many of the fakes I spot are...
@Valentinian @Ancient Aussie @TIF I wish I had the eye like you do for these treasure finds. I hope to develop that ancient cherry picking ability...
I think that’s a great idea and a fun way to document your acquisitions. Some catalogues must get pricey though just on shipping weight alone.
The green patina on that Hadrian needs to be examined and monitored. Best send it to me and I’ll look after it for a few decades. :)
Those look great. When I’ve seen them for sale I was always concerned I’d just receive worn slugs. All of yours have nice details.
Hey I just received a coin from the Netherlands. A Probus bronze with some gold toning that looks great in hand, but hard to capture. I don’t have...
@Clavdivs if you want to record the price you paid but keep it hidden you can use the old 10 letter codeword trick. Pick any word with 10 letters,...
@TIF since Verdicare has been mentioned how do you like to apply it to bronze? The instructions say not to let it dry on the coin, but when I...
Luckily, I think you’re looking at dark green deposits rather than active bronze disease. Do like @Ryro detailed, set aside and monitor. If it...
One of my favorite recent additions. [ATTACH] Sicily, Syracuse. Hieron II. 275-215 BC. Æ (19mm, 6.28g). Head of Zeus left, wearing tainia /...
Best to buy from reputable sources. Many were already listed above. You’ll find a lot of great stuff just from those dealers. I’d also check...
I would be obsessed and likely homeless due to neglecting all others responsibilities.
@Deacon Ray @Ken Dorney @Bert Gedin I can’t thank you all enough for the help. Sorry for the delayed response, I’ve been swamped at work, but this...
I’m trying to pinpoint the attribution of this Caracalla from Serdica Thrace. The original tag indicates a Homonoia reverse with reference...
I love your story. Really shows how this can be a lifelong, rewarding hobby. I haven’t been to many shows but have enjoyed speaking with dealers...
I was excited to find it in the new arrivals box. Too bad I can’t take good photos I’d really like to capture the true look. Thanks DR.
I’m a sucker for dark patina in the fields with metal showing in the letters/images. [ATTACH] Gordian III AE Sestertius. Rome 243-244 AD. IMP...
I hit the monthly Greater Atlanta Coin Show on Sunday and found some fun stuff. 7 coins in all. I don’t normally buy that much at once but the...
I love going to the monthly local show in Marietta, GA. There’s only 1 ancients dealer there but he’s great. His “new arrivals” box always has...
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