To be more precise, a 3.94 gram denarius of 19/18 mm---the size within the usual range, but the weight seemingly atypical for this period. I was...
That's a wonderful sestertius @alde!!!.... and a terrific 'group' of 'Neptune' !!!
Terrific example @Evan8 !!! I also have an example of the same shield placement as @Sallent and @Bing....and it also has that 'mysterious' X on...
A cool coin and a scarce denomination---it's easy to see why you wanted it---me too!:) Hmmm, I wonder if they called those things 'spoolies' in...
Perhaps the weight is not accurate? And although I lean towards a genuine coin that is just an impression and nothing more. It does seem a more...
An overstruck coin seems like a good purchase to me. I have a few that I purchased for questionable reasons especially late night after a day of...
Hmm, now I'm confused again, despite my attempts to understand the link I provided in my post in this regard. I believe you feel they are...
Merely by a glance, they may be genuine but that is just an initial impression and not any concrete opinion on authenticity .... I have to ask:...
Considering that coins of Majorian, even in this condition, can sell for $300-$500 (see acsearch link below) it's no wonder issues of authenticity...
That's a wonderful coin and a fantastic S.S. gift @Pishpash!!! Yep, it's hard not to LOVE a big Follis, especially in hand:rolleyes::D Since so...
Super posts!!! And a thought provoking thread. Using my fingers and toes:p, I count 12 who 'bought the farm' by those who were meant to ensure...
What a wonderful coin @Eduard !!! And so many terrific examples of the 'travel series' I have none to share :(....though not for lack of trying.
The scratches may be a bit of a distraction but it sure beats the heck out of the 'up-grade' I recently purchased. The details are quite sharp and...
Congrats @Mat ...I'd happily add each to my collection.
I LOVE that Pius OPI post Ken! Terrific posts everyone !!! I'm surprised to see so many examples of the OPs reverse. As far as I know my only...
Among all the links that you would find helpful, I believe these two might be of considerable help in your 'detective work' of...
Yeah, @TIF nailed it for me too... I'd love to finally add a 'Three Graces' example...among so many others:hungry:
Super posts everyone!! In the spirit of posting one of Claudius that I wanted to 'check' off my list, I'll add this small bronze which includes...
Deacon just said it all for me. They are highly scarce and highly desired. I believe I picked up a modest bronze just to have an example from...
Super posts!! Sometimes it pains me to see these posts/threads since it reminds me of all those I was forced to sell at the end of 2011-12...
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