Not with those marks on the 5. Still a lovely coin nonetheless.
Actual shells were used as money, decoration, and burial money. The imitations are less clear. They could have been used as money (the bronze ones...
I am just repeating what I read when I was doing research into this issue. It is possible that each Baal has a different representation as each...
I do not have any fish money. It will eventually happen, but I am focusing on actual coins at the moment. From what I have read, fish and bridge...
I would rather it not happen to me as I would be sorely tempted to keep it and be very heartbroken to see it go. Not to mention the hassle.
This type is on my want list (and has been for almost a year now). The lion was supposed to represent Baal, and the Bull represented the gods of...
You have a lovely specimen. Sharp characters and a nice even patina. She's a keeper for sureM I can just imagine what one of the officials would...
I ain't paying $1000 for any modern, regardless of whether it is graded VF or MS-70 Pop (1/0).
This. Sometimes I run across the varieties for cheap, so I get them to have them.
What bothers me is that a premium AU-58 is given an MS-63 by a TPG because that is what they think it is worth. Then a dealer tries to market it...
I still need to get one of these. These are arguably one of the most beautiful coins cast in China.
So that is what mother coins look like. I will probably never own one because I assume they are all fake. Thanks for sharing!
Mexico City? Just kidding. I don't know. :bucktooth:
That was my thought as well.
About when was that made?
@Insider what is your opinion on market grading. Such at an AU Bust Dollar (with obvious wear) getting an MS grade. IMO, the practice is wrong.
I do talk to the older collectors/dealers. A fair number of them loathe the TPGs. A lot of what I spew out is what I have heard from these other...
Very loverly coin. I approve of your choice of dies. :) The refief on this coin must be outstanding. You guys (and gals) are making my abstinence...
Nevermind. I found it. Too rich for my blood at the moment. :(...
What is this one? I want one, unless it is some $$$$$$$ rarity. Edit. I presume it was minted in 52 BC or shortly thereafter by Julius Caesar? In...
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