Great idea for a mini-collection. Thanks for the pics. I only have one, a twenty centimes with great toning. No pic of it, in deposit box.
My contribution. These little pieces don't get much recognition. Finding the quality that Ben Si acquired is most excellent.
Right character on reverse looks like "Bulwinkle"; could the other be "Squirrel". Could be called the Moose and Squirrel reverse? Ok, got a...
I have owned some fun non-Byzantine coinage, sold them to satisfy my Byz jones.
My contribution to the Carthegenian theme. Ok, so it isn't Micipsa, Byzantines are my favorite coinages from Carthage.
I agree with the Fin; overgraded, over priced, over hyped. The good news if you want to collect this series now, it's a great time to buy....
Sounds like fun. Good Idea.
Hi Bruce, It is silver. They were struck on dime planchets and are reeded edge. Cole eh?
I purchased this years ago. Still one of my favorite coins. It was double struck. Does that mean its an octadrachm? :angelic:
Something I really enjoy.
I only use it when I need quick research info. Have never purchased anything.
Our timelines are exactly the same. I made the move to ancients/non US in 1982 after completing a US type set. Did cents through dollars and...
Nice note, don't erase notation as it is small and doesn't detract from the overall condition and add's to the charm of the note. First do no harm.
And the beat goes on.
I've been doing that for years, great system.
Great post, research on coins always involves the people who used them.
OOPs, I'm looking forward to the podcast as well. Thanks all.
Al, thanks so much for your posting regarding the Jerusalem mint solidus. While I don't collect gold, I do love bronze, so I have a lot to choose...
Luksusowa is my go to Polish potato vodka for my martini cravings. Of course, shaken not stirred. I also have olives stuffed with garlic and...
Being of Polish descent I do have affinity toward Polish things. Have a few coins and paper. At one of the ANA shows several years back I...
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