Since you brought up Queen, here are some pictures I took at their concert a few nights ago in Dallas. Best seats I've ever had!! Minimal or no...
[IMG] Can I pre-order a book? :D
Looks great! With those knobby tires, maybe you don't even need snow chains for your bike :D
It looks a bit like reticulation. I wonder if the coin was exposed to high heat.
Hmm, it was working a short while ago. I'm getting the same message now.
http://www.bonannocoins.com/l_papius/l_papius_db.php
You got a Papius!! Jealous. One of these days, if Martin hasn't bought them all, I will join the serrated griffin club.
412 was on my watch/bid list but was already too high when I tuned in. It realized almost 15 times the estimate! I guess two people really...
One such lot did tempt me but it looked roughly cleaned or tooled so I let it go.
I have bid and won from Pecunem many times. Yep, safe and trustworthy. If I recall, they have a secure payment gateway. I'll let you know later...
It is so well preserved! What a little beauty. :) That soldier looks serious. Thanks for another stellar writeup!
Yes, welcome!! Have fun :)
The only explanations I can come up with are: 1. The hammer (or whichever part of the die formed the reverse) was not just a punch the size of...
I have no useful information for you but admire your appreciation of the unusual nature of the coin.
I think it's good to be worried. There are more lurkers than posters-- no need to draw competition to a coin you are considering. I suggest...
That's a beautiful example, great contrast of patina and features! Congratulations on the second-time-around nab!
I know you said Alexandrians aren't particularly appealing but I'm glad you bought a nice example anyway. :) Warning: these generally homely...
Wonderful specimens, Collect! A few years ago I bought some pure bismuth and was going to try growing some hopper crystals... still haven't done...
Nice fusion crust!
I think they are interesting. And if others don't, embark on a quest to show everyone how awesome they are, create interest and desire, and then...
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