Randy, I agree with you, legionary denarii have something special. I like them too. Here is one that I found last year (together with the 4...
The seller enjoys a following on eBAY, but I have never bought from him and never will: tiny pictures you can do nothing with, and vastly...
It will be interesting to see whether Doug is correct, and that is indeed a counterfeit. It does seem rather flat, but it is not obvious to me...
Mark, you know what is nice about your S-8 is the fact the planchet, albeit worn, is nice, smooth and free of distracting rim nicks or else. That...
Like you, I also have some coins which hold special meaning to me. In my case, it is a small bag of world coins which my mother gave to me when I...
Nice! and almost certainly an S-8, (much scarcer than S-9). See shape of the bow and ribbons below. A nice purchase Mark. Eduard
Willieboy2, here is some additional historical background to your token: The Morro, is a hill which dominates the town of Arica in the north of...
The link Christian provided you ( MA Shops) is invaluable for looking up german (and other coins). To follow up on this, your Anhalt thaler...
Lima mint common date bust 8 reales go for about $75 in eBay, IF you are lucky enough to find a buyer. I feel demand is very soft for Lima bust...
I like your coin very much Dan. Good choice! That 1818 was pretty too, but I guess the average bidder/collector has no chance when you are...
Very nice coin Mark. EF45 ish? I am not good with Newcomb numbers. Is the N-11 the only one with obverse breaks connecting all stars on the...
And this disparity in grading terms between the US and Europe, namely a European VF being equivalent to XF in the US, or European F beeing closer...
Yes, that is a very focused and nice collection. Carefully put together. Congratulations!
ah, the S-76b! I think that was one of my first early date large cents too. You example, granted, is in lower grade, but it is all there and I...
As others have said, your 1804 Cent, if authentic, is a significant, scarce and valuable coin. I compared details on your coin with my own...
Rick, that is a nice Columnario, and if indeed a rare (as yet undiscovered) variety, that would be great. I would recommend contacting Frank...
Ah yes...that is the one. A beautiful coin, a joy to look at. Thank you.
I like the Equestrian motive of the Delaware quarter. When we visit the U.S we always try to get some of those. The other equestrian quarter I...
I don't have any Americans on Horse, but a few romans: -Emperor Nero on horseback prancing around, followed by a soldier. -Emperor Domitian on...
This Massachusetts Large Planchet Pine Tree Shilling is definitely my favourite purchase in 2009. A coin I had wanted for a long time, and it is...
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