I have shown both of these before, but I can't resist sharing them again. 1) Tetricus II as Jar Jar Binks: [ATTACH] 2) Constantine wearing Spock...
It does look like a pretty disappointing lot. If you continue dabbling in uncleaned ancient coins, hope you find a better source for your next batch.
Weight is the easiest way to tell. The Triton T-2 is probably good enough for your needs:...
I find gold Rustoleum particularly attractive.
I would say this is open to discussion, especially for someone just starting out. I started out with uncleaned coins, and I don't regret it. As a...
The reverse--SC within wreath--is typical for Antioch, however.
Just to be irritatingly pedantic, the above is correct for imperial bronze issues. But SC also appears on provincial issues from Antioch of the...
My only Germanicus, received in a lot of uncleaned coins many years ago: [IMG] Bronze As Rome mint, A.D. 50-54 Obv: GERMANICVS CAESAR TI AVG F...
The coin in the middle of the top row appears to be a nummis of Constantius Gallus, possibly minted in Nicomedia. It dates from 351-354 A,D, The...
I noticed, though, that it also said "UNAVAILABLE".
More precisely, it is orichalcum. Bronze is an alloy of copper and tin. Orichalcum is a mix of copper and zinc. It is common in provincial coins.
I was under the impression that the obverse and reverse dies were hinged together--at least, that theory has been proposed in other discussions...
Seems likely. The coin is very thin. If stuck to another equally thin planchet, then they could easily have been mistaken for one. Any thoughts...
I received the coin below in a large batch of antoninanii:[ATTACH] Claudius II ("Gothicus"), A.D. 268-270 Obv: IMP C CLAVDIVS AVG 21 mm 2.1g...
It's probably not a legend but a monogram. It looks pretty complete. It may help you nail down an ID.
All of the above is true. But don't let the threat of fakes scare you off. Just go slow, start small, and stick with reputable dealers. Or if you...
Just be aware that a slab, while certainly a vote of confidence in, is not a guarantee of a coin's legitimacy. Slabbing companies can make...
I've dealt with them many times and had many successful experiences, but alas, I, too, have also had some problems. I think that Agora sometimes...
aVF, based on wear, but strong strike (4/5), well centered (obverse) and excellent surfaces (5/5) Beautiful coin!
When I click on the links, I see images of Sasanian coins. The OP is definitely Antoichos IV, based on the reverse inscription, but I have no...
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