It appears to be cast.
Even more reason to specialize, and rely on other specialists.
I agree with Doug—definitely keep the loop.
I’m fairly certain it is a Seleucid coin, with an elephant on the reverse. Whether it is worth keeping is up to you, really.
Two others from my collection: [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
I picked up this one in the same sale, and the second in Themis 1. Here also is an article about the variety featuring Acheloios:...
Happy birthday!
Also, note that eBay feedback is not a reliable indicator of a dealer’s true reputation.
Thanks for posting. Here is my Orbiana: Orbiana Orbiana, AE sestertius (18.27g). AD 225-227. SALL BARBIA ORBIANA AVG, diademed and draped bust...
That is a splendid new coin!
Looks like a match. Nice coin.
I don’t think you’re unfriendly at all-- I hope you didn’t take my depiction of you as an angry dwarf wielding an enormous axe that way (I see...
Doug Smith: Troll Slayer. [ATTACH]
Welcome—glad you are here!
That is a huge accomplishment—congratulations.
As always—thank you for sharing.
I say that to myself way too often :)
Great coin with or without the complete legend.
I remember it, and don’t see it now.
Fake
Separate names with a comma.