That would depend on the sculptor and the complexity of the design. The guy who does the nickels I posted is no doubt using some sort of dremel...
It's called sculpture - people have been doing since there have been people. Granted, some hobos are positively dreadful. The one in the OP isn't...
What's the story on this coin? Are those gold nuggets? Is that a plastic insert?
Fabulous! Bravo. That's going to be an excellent presentation.
I took your advice to heart and keep my eyes peeled for what becomes available at a reasonable price - rather than insist on a narrow focus. I...
I've come to the conclusion that it doesn't matter whether my coins appreciate during my lifetime. If anyone realizes any financial benefit from...
Thanks Chris...I hope it's not fake - that would be just my luck. But I don't think the seller was trying to swindle anyone. He primarily deals...
As long as the topic has come up, I'm not sure collecting expensive coins is any more rewarding on a numismatic level than collecting cheap. But I...
He probably does....
Here's the auction......
I think I did ok for $21 - I've been looking at the offerings at vcoins, and a few dealers are asking $60 - $100 for exactly this coin in...
Well, it appears I've found it. I believe it's this coin... [IMG] Date Struck Year 9 = 248 AD. Mint Viminacium in Moesia Superior....
Great find! That coin looks super. You say tiny: how small is it?
The obverse jibes with various provincial types, but I can't locate a reference for the reverse. It looks similar to Provincia Dacia coins, but...
Supposedly they're coming out with a new edition, at least according to the grapevine.
If you like Holst, you should listen to his most famous composition, The Planets. It's a musical representation of the ancient deities after which...
As a lover of esoteric knowledge, I applaud you! :thumb: Bob. (jk) :too-funny:
These albums ARE collectors' items. One of our forum members had one up for auction recently but it got too rich for my blood. In a year or two I...
I'm keeping my purchases small until I gain more experience - so if I blunder, it won't be too much of a setback. I haven't lost any love for my...
I think you can definitely expect a premium for the toning - it is a lovely coin - but my experience is the market for toned coins is highly...
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