This one commemorates Verus' early death whilst on a campaign against the Marcomannen (germanic tribe) in the northern frontier. Interestingly, my...
Like that Sestertius, Steve. How may one say, 'expressive' portrait?
One of my better coins for Verus . Lucius Verus 161-169 ad. Sestertius, Rome 163-164 ad. RIC 1409 Victoria holding military trophy, Armenian at...
I am very glad to hear you are better, Marshall. PLEASE take care of yourself .
Hi guys, well thank you for your comments. Yes, it was very exciting finding that coin - it came out bright out of the ground, but toned very...
Thank you, Bruce and MaineBill for your comments. Now, if I just had that 1794 half dime………….
Thank you all very much for your comments and assessments. I have come to the same conclusion. Even if the coin does not show signs of harsh...
Fall of 1991, during a walk with my wife in a densely wooded and windy hill-top, I found this:[ATTACH] [ATTACH] My first ever ancient coin....
May I have your opinions on this one, please. I am actually on the fence here - it is not cheap (80 % of retail for F12), and am trying to decide....
I like that 1809 best. Quite an appealing coin for the grade.
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Capped bust dimes, one of my favorite series. Superc, to get your thread going - 1809 dime, 1st year of the series. [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
[ATTACH] [ATTACH] My only greek coin - a drachm for Alexander the Great. Rhodes Mint (I think) Zeus seated on reverse.
Interesting coin willieboy2, and intereting history behind it. English mediaeval coins are in general a very intriguing area. I have a small but...
That is a nice Gordian, Randy. Nice addition. And that picture is still way better than what I am able to shoot.
Very nice, Medoroman, very nice! I'll try do do some reading into this Theoderic guy.
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