Congrats @Paul M. !!! I alway love the 'stories' of a particular coin...especially those not otherwise recognized as highly scarce and even rare....
As my last try, I'll throw in 1944 and let someone else try 1945.... Football beckons;)
:rolleyes:WOW!!! That's an incredible bronze!!:wideyed: Since I just found my old photo of my sole Vitellius denarius---a lousy practice...
OK, I'll pick 1942 :)
Well, you mention Mexican laborers during the WWII era so that's my guess---Mexico and dated in the early '40's
Definitely a shame about the OP follis .... Regardless of the 'flaws', cool post guys!
Cool bin purchases guys!!! I'm going to have to visit 'Franks' site...... I grabbed an alleged 'limes' of Diadumenian (FAC): [ATTACH]
Love those reverses guys!!! And cool portraits too!!
I voted and it sounds like a cool idea to me but one question: Are we allowed to 'cheat' and research or just guess? For me the fun would be...
Very Cool post guys!! I Love the bronzes, especially because I have none LOL !! I have a worn denarius with the 'Concordia' reverse but haven't...
Wonderful job @Pishpash !!!
Very nice @Smojo !!! Once treated, it'll be a terrific addition to the rest of your collection.
Cool coin @Pishpash!! Tons of detail on that portrait!! LOVE your photos!!
Congrats @Mat !! Both are quite nice and very interesting. I only have one legionary denarius which I'll refrain from posting, but I will throw...
The more I gaze at the before and after, the more I like the results!! If it could be naturally toned a bit, I'd absolutely LOVE it!! Congrats...
Wonderful posts and thread @dadams !! It has been truly a 'phenomenal week' for you!! I'll have to give a little thought to which coins(s) mean...
Simply gorgeous @THCoins
Interesting responses.....but I agree it's a cool coin as is.
Super posts everyone! Here's a non-silvered variety with toning/patina: [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
You can't go wrong here....only the very loose 'crud' will come off (rubbing dry, soft toothbrush etc) and the natural patina will be unaffected.
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