At 1.2g, what you have there is an imitative coin commonly referred to as a minima. It is not a counterfeit per se, because it clearly wasn't...
I'll send you an old-school 2x2 manila envelope - back in the day, the paper had traces of sulfur in it. I've had good success toning down...
Well, I examined the OP coin very closely before I sold it, and nothing about the fabric seemed wrong. I'm not sure you can draw any conclusions...
You're welcome, sorry about that! There are plenty of authentic, affordable coins in world of ancients. If you're interested in the hobby stick...
The tridrachm also looks totally fake - the fabric is that of a reproduction, maybe a museum gift shop token. I guarantee you it's made in China!
I also thought that might be the case. Man, that's a crappy photo. Sometimes I wonder how some online dealers sell any coins at all.
I love how the devices are well-situated on the flan, great coin! Here is a bit of provenance: it sold in Roma eSale 10, lot 132 in 2014. Here is...
I don't have any New-Style tets at the moment, but I know dealers that do and I could help you out, but PM me if you'd like. This forum is not for...
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The question mark is in the correct place. There are many, many varieties among these Calabrian didrachms, and some of the dolphin riders are...
Is it a model you built? If so, brilliant work!
A tremendous set Mr. Nemo! :wideyed:
I love these quarter eagles. They have some of the finest artistry among classic US coins, and they have incused devices, and it's an unusual...
Great choice VK!
You have a mighty good eye for excellent coins! ;)
Try a brisk walk every day. I walk for about two miles, sometimes three unless the weather is really crappy. It's amazing how it clears your head...
Lord M, last year my wife bought me a copy of Allen Carr's Stop Smoking Now. I tried all sorts things prior, like the patch and gum etc. Lots of...
And finally a really nice 2 Victory Vota follis of Decentius. He looks like a lot of the Amish kids running around my neighborhood. I say kids...
These Jupiter types of Licinius are mostly common as dirt, but occasionally you come across one with real personality. First of all, this coin has...
Hello dadams, I've sent you a PM. Thank you for asking. :)
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