Is this CNG coin a reverse die match to the OP coin? If so, it doesn't add weight to the idea of a mask. Not looking to parrot maridvnvm but I...
Here's one in my collection that is suspect. I haven't looked at it under magnification.[ATTACH]
That's how I see it as well. It seems this must have been intentional unless there's another reasonable theory.
It looks like three, maybe four bankers marks on the front and another three on the reverse. This must have raised a few eyebrows! I never saw...
I just received this oddity today. Could this possible happen by accident?[ATTACH] Its obviously seen wide circulation, I wonder how a person...
Here's my favorite Caracalla in my collection. [ATTACH] Caracalla. AD 198-217. AR Denarius 19.5mm, 3.3 g. Rome mint. 201 / 202 AD. O: ANTONINVS...
Caligula is certainly an interesting character. For those who loved the BBC series Red Dwarf, you might recall an episode featuring a brief but...
The OP coin looks good to me. Since you got it at the show, the dealer is undoubtedly reputable. I think the price was right as well. Both sides...
Interesting coin randygeki! Obviously the hole was carefully placed to have Venus hanging as a pendant or something similar. We can only imagine...
Twelve Caesars as fourees is a great idea! One of my favorite coins is one that is much more common as a fouree than solid. Another oddity for...
That's fantastic David. The only thing better than an extremely rare coin is one with a wonderful story to go along with it! What a special...
Some very beautiful coins in this thread! That left facing bust / Capricorn is not easy to find, not to mention the COS V Bull! Great stuff!...
Unfortunately 100% positively a well known fake. Shekels of Tyre are so well known it is virtually impossible to find a genuine example described...
Thanks again guys. Doug, those c/ms are awesome! Most would give mine a o_O:dead: The C is visible to the left of the Palm, but not very clear....
Thanks for the kind words everyone, it's very much appreciated. This year has been the best by far for my collection, due in a large part from...
I tried to narrow in down to a "Top 10" but it was an impossible task. By changing the the list to "Most Beautiful," "Most Fun," and "Coolest" I...
Thanks. You snagged yours before I even saw it go up for sale! :arghh:
Ha! I didn't say it was easy to do! I have no doubt that I will soon look back with regret. Your assumption is correct however. I'm currently in...
Carthago, I never get tired of admiring that quadrigatus! One of the best examples and in the finest style! Ancientcoinguru, I agree with your...
Here is a rather rare Aequitas As. [ATTACH] Vespasian / Aequitas As Vespasian AE/As, 27 mm 10.05, Rome mint struck 73 AD O: IMP CAES VESP AVG P...
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