Hmm and what is the face value of a follis?
Matty ancients are a different ball game from modern coins. They have all been cleaned to one degree or another, otherwise the only thing you...
The brushing was the final step after a chemical soak 7C. The brush has silver bristles and should only really be used on silver.
Sorry, they just look like washers to me. I know, I have no soul.
At 10g the coin was substantial to begin with. There were signs of silvering beneath the green stuff, but the coin had developed more green since...
Well, I count it as a success anyway. Cleaned according to a secret recipe that I am not allowed to put on the internet. Before Picture: [IMG]...
I bought the book and am desperately looking for time to get past the first chapter and ID some coins. Life just keeps getting in the way :)
I love it. I only have one Lucilla and although it is not very good, it was a coin that sang to me, I just love the reverse. [IMG] [IMG] Ruler:...
[IMG] [IMG] Ruler: Philip I/Otacilla Region, City: Thrace, Marcianopolis Coin: Bronze AE28 AVT M IOVL ØFILIRROC AVG M WTAK CEBHPAC C -...
I don't collect Byzantine but I would probably make an exception for any of the coins on this thread.
I remember too! On holiday, up in the mountains with a dodgy internet connection, I was a happy bunny for the rest of the holiday. I think they...
It was in a lot of 8 quite nice coins, I paid quite a bit, but not so much when you divided it by 8 - at least it made me feel better!
OK here is mine [IMG] [IMG] Ruler: Alexander III Coin: EF Macedonian shield with thunderbolt in centre - B-A across field, cavalry helmet;...
My only JC [IMG] [IMG]
Don't worry not looking to "blame" perhaps the mods will sort it out :)
A bit confusing having two threads though.
This is going to be so useful, thank you for posting it.
From the portrait I would say Valentinian II.
Post away Eng, you are most welcome.
I just love the elephant. No coin shows anywhere near me, sadly.
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