Probably true Bing....it was one of those 30 uncleaned for $50+ deals...and some were quite nice....Can't win them all
Ditto!!
Well, JA---I found it and it appears to be the more common right/right version you mentioned....not particularly 'nice' but ok and...
JA, now I have to search my 'old' purchases from the very beginning of my initial collection---circa 1985---when i received my first Ancients as...
Wonderful assortment JA, they are stunning and filled with tremendous eye appeal...You seem to have an 'artists' appreciation of presentation...
Super post, Cucumber!!!! I have a few denarii, but I now seem to be drawn more and more to the large bronzes---like your sestertius--- as most...
Very nice pick-up....I've always loved those big silver dollars...and I finally replaced some i had sold a few years ago...on a much more modest...
I love it Doug!!
WOW!!!! All stunning pieces!!!
Welcome MRosario: Love your post about your interests and growing collection... and your brothers currency collection!! I mostly focus on...
Stunning, a bit scarce with lovely coloring..I'd grab that Bust Quarter in a heartbeat!! ...Assuming i haven't already blew through my monthly...
Terrific variety Doug!! I'd love to have any one of them, although the third seems to be saying "Take me home Mikey"!! LOL (Rome Mint?)
BEEF, Everyone loves a large bronze!! i can't wait to see what you post next...and we all are after TETS...Right TIF? I may go...
GREAT CAESARS GHOST!!! Bing, you've put on weight and grew a beard!!! LOL That image is hysterical!!
Nice little 'hoard'....Some old wheaties and a buffalo nickel and SILVER. Prior to 1965, circulating coins were 90% silver and you obviously have...
Some pretty impressive choices for someone first entering into Ancients....The Alexander Tet for instance---not a life-time issue but still...
The alphabetical thread??? Now I have to look into that as well..Sheesh, it's tough being the new guy here LOL Great posts...and I wish I could...
KC----Absolutely terrific III cent piece!!!
Wingedliberty..Terrific early half cent!!! MS 60-62 usually is the high end of my typical budget...
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