Most are rated rare (R5) by Emmett but his data is drawn from published collections. Maybe those collectors just weren't interested in these tiny...
I bought some books from his last sale but no coins. My one dichalkon so far is the same as Steve's (albeit not as nice)-- Trajan with rhino left...
I have a Sextus Pompey with his janiform daddy. It's from a mixed lot and not in great shape but it's worth keeping :) [IMG] SEXTUS POMPEIUS...
That is an incredible coin, jaw-droppingly fabulous. Your story of acquisition is equally wonderful! CoinTalkers, if you haven't been to his...
It may not be the most handsome coin in the neighborhood but it is still a wonderful coin to own. Congratulations!!
Very nice set of photos (and coins :D), John!
I have the same scope and use Debut software, a free download.
Bluh de bloop blop!
LOL! I listened to the pronunciation in Google translate and what I heard sounded like Joey in the Friends episode in which he thinks he can...
Do you have the "before" picture? Otherwise it's hard to gauge the effectiveness of your technique. I dabbled in cleaning last year when first...
http://bit.ly/1pu60eu ;)
That sounds interesting. Can you post some before and after examples?
I have to admit the type has now been added to my BUY list :)
My guess is Claudius II, Annona reverse. (from Wildwinds) Claudius II 'Annona' Antoninianus. Rome. 268-270 AD. Obverse: IMP C CLAVDIVS AVG,...
It might be easier if your finger was not obscuring part of the obverse legend :D The portrait looks like Claudius II.
That's hilarious!
That is unfortunate-- it is a very valuable resource and they just revamped the site and improved functionality. They even made an useful...
I like your new Republic denarius very much. Also, your interest in Roman Republicans is responsible for my increased interest. Thank you? :D...
It's his rarity rating, R1= most common, R5 = most rare. Take it with a large grain of salt. Some coins, especially of the earlier emperors...
I love those big ol' Alexandrian drachms. Despite the wear it's a fabulous coin. Very cool pickup, my friend! Edited to add the Emmett number:...
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