Those are neat machines. Thank you for the picture. The "contaminants" the device detected are possibly just residual natural minerals that...
Since I have no interest in modern coinage (anything after 1839, at least), I can't give you any dates. This link is pretty complete, however:...
Not wanting to bore anyone, but here is some more information about Diana. [ATTACH][ATTACH] From our friends at UNRV.com: Here's an...
Although I don't collect coins, this coin is why I enjoy studying Ancients. Diana Lucifera, or bearer of light, is a deity I must research...
At least a few years ago, the coupon required that all the coins be sumitted be in the same group; e.g., either world, US, or Ancients. One could...
Thanks, everyone. I got it from E-bay (already slabbed) from an uncertain dealer with no Ancient presence for under $60, if I remember...
I was wondering about that, too. Any opinion appreciated. guy
Makes sense: [ATTACH] RIC 337 Sear'88 #3489 Magnia Urbica AE Antoninianus. Lugdunum mint. MAGNIA VRBICA AVG, diademed & draped bust right,...
And a quick question: Who was the last empress to be depicted with her bust on a crescent? (I have to look that one up still.) guy
What a great coin. Had to look up that empress: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ulpia_Severina The bust on the crescent and the image of Sol...
It's the history behind these coins that is the most amazing: [ATTACH][ATTACH][ATTACH] guy
Let me know if you get access to a copy of Elmer's. I really enjoy early British medals. guy
Watch the official PCGS video around 2:00 :eek: :) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hAQv6qmGcis guy
Good find, Hobo: Here are some pictures associated with other articles on the hoard, now being referred to as the "Beau Street Hoard:"...
I am not a coin collector, but I did take the course two years ago. (It wasn't offered last year.) I might take it again this year, too. The...
How is this coin actually slabbed? :eek: Serious question. [ATTACH][ATTACH] guy
One thing and one thing only--the history that the coin or medal represents. An example: This medal is not very pretty or shiney. The history...
Chris: Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I think medals are a really interesting piece of numismatic history. Thank you, again. guy
I really like medals, too. I'm never sure about when they were minted or whether they are "authentic," however. For example, when was this...
Thanks for looking. And here is the final grade: [ATTACH] I would have thought that strike would have counted for more in a coin's grade. guy
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