It is very much geared towards beginners, have no fear.
I don't even mind helping someone who plans to sell, from time to time. But Frank, why remove the post?
Given a clear picture and professional-quality cataloging, this coin should sell fine on ebay.
True. But it's like watching a train wreck; you just can't look away! Honestly, I find it embarrassing that this is still going on. For new...
Yes, it is an issue of Juia Domna from Tomis. Not in AMNG or any of the standard (though woefully inadequate!) references, but one from the same...
More info: Rome mint. 4th emission, AD 250. Radiate, draped, and cuirassed bust right, seen from behind / Abundantia standing right, emptying...
I concur with Chris - a modern fake.
That's a pleasant new addition. Have you had any luck finding the Hunnic books I recommended to you?
Neither - a medieval European coin. With better pictures, we might be able to tell you more.
1 - Ansei Era. AR Ichi Bu Gin. Edo mint. Struck 1859-1868. D sakura inverted. Hartill, Japanese 9.82; JNDA 09-52 2 - Bunsei Era. AR Nanryo Gin....
can you post the sizes and weights for us?
I agree. If not fake, then at least a private issue.
I'm concerned about the second silver piece - the surfaces are strange. If you can wait a few hours, I'll look them up in the appropriate...
The legend isn't Latin. The beginning, at least, is a traditional invocation on Byzantine seals. But it is certainly not one of those - I agree...
Its a fairly inexpensive book (that's why I bought it!) and a rather interesting read. Its quite strange to hear a New World archaeologist discuss...
See: Hosler, Dorothy. Axe-monies and their Relatives. Washington, 1990.
Search google books for Wampum and Shell Articles Used by the New York Indians. A 19th century work, but it should answer enough of your...
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The didrachm is of Caesarea in Capapdocia. Metcalf, Cappadocia 116d; RPC online temp. 6917. http://rpc.ashmus.ox.ac.uk/coins/6917/ NB - the CNG...
Actually, the Islamic dynasties in the area issued cash-like coins. http://www.zeno.ru/showphoto.php?photo=104485
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