I second that recommendation. It is worth reading through it to see what the common legends and devices are...
B Could be Kore on the obverse given what looks like wheat ears in her hair. Reverse is not Athena because she is not wearing a helmet or carrying...
Very interesting. Can you post the bronze fake? Many of us here are interested in learning about fakes and how to detect them. John
People also use 600 then 1200, etc grit cone shaped rubber sanding attachments on dremels to smooth the fields by sanding away adhesions and...
Must be close to dinner time. :-)
Worth $100ish dollars. Friends don't let friends slab ancient coins. We would rather be able to handle the raw coins. :-)
Try Alexander the great or his descendants.
Congratulations, that is a very attractive temple design with nice detailing. Too bad they are so rare i am sure everyone would like one now. John
This book is fiction but it is based on many actual events and is very period correct. It is the most popular book in Sweden. It takes a while...
Very nice and historic coin! If you like vikings, read the book "The Long Ships". It is very entertaining and gives a good overview of the...
Cool coin, John! What is the diameter and weight? John
Some of my favorites in this category: [ATTACH] Bruttium, Rhegion AR Tetradrachm 415/410-387 BC, 17.12g, 22.6mm. Obverse: Lion’s scalp facing...
I don't think I ever posted this one before. Who doesn't love a griffon? [ATTACH] Thrace, Abdera AR Stater, 336-311 BC, 23mm, 10.02g, 1h...
Nice! You can see Septimus' beard on his mounted portraits. I really like riding types on ancient coins. John
Looks like 22.285 to me. Really interesting patina color. John
I personally would not be concerned with "details" grades for coins that were hand hammered hundreds of years ago. I think the US collectors are...
It is a Vespasian love fest! I admire the crafty old mule seller and his one good son (Titus). Not so sure about the other son (Domitian), but...
A lot of super coins in all of these threads. It just shows there is good stuff in all price ranges and it is almost more fun trying to find the...
What an amazing group. I really like the Titus the most, because I like animal types. Are you still looking for upgrades or are you "done" now?...
That is a big improvement in my opinion. Can you share the process you followed? Thanks, John
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