Yes, I looked at it at length under a high power stereoscopic microscope. I will admit I was not then and am not now an expert on tooling, but...
On a parallel thread there is debate about the value of searching for provenances. While some of the value may simply be intrinsic, there is very...
This service is like CoinArchives which was developed by and for dealers mostly. Provenance research databases started in the early 20th...
Took the plunge with the 5 credits to try 5 of many that I know have a long history out of the ground but I can't find anything worthwhile. I let...
What Doug said.
No, you're correct. Porcia is the family name and how Roman Republicans were usually ordered until Sydenham or especially Crawford. Some (like...
A neat type, Mikey. Here's mine: [ATTACH]
It's always nice to see a quality family experience and someone attempting to pass something of substance on to the next generation. Good for you...
Thanks for the kind comments all. I don't know whether it is the parent in me or what, but the reverse has always rung a cord with as well.
Here's one version of the story behind the design. I don't recall where I got it: The reverse type recalls the legendary foundation of Lanuvium,...
This is one of my favorite types. The official coin is an issue with Domitia on the obverse, but I also have the great fortune to own an...
One of my remaining Imperials is a young Caracalla. I always loved Dea Caelestis on the lion on this coin. Caracalla. AD 198-217. AR Denarius...
Here's mine. [ATTACH] [ATTACH] Edited: and one more [ATTACH]
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AJ - Amazing find on that Sestertius. Amazing! Congrats and thanks for sharing your hits.
Hi Provenance Hunter! First, very cool idea and welcome to the board! I've been considering doing the same with my library, which is pretty...
To answer your question, Ken, here are some of my random thoughts: The internet has changed commerce completely and has made it almost completely...
I'm unusual in that I collect very high quality coins that typically are only available through auction (or privately from dealers who I've built...
Right on! :cigar:
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