Great group of sceattas, Nap. Sceattas are fascinating to me, and I think, despite the several books that have been recently published, a coinage...
10. L Series, AE Semiuncia. Luceria Mint. Crawford 97/8. Solid condition coin of a rare type - only 4 specimens in Paris. [ATTACH]
The coin-buying year has come to a close for me. I had a productive year, adding several key "bones" to the skeleton of my Roman Republican...
I've noticed this as well. Previously, tracking would indicate when a parcel was received by U.S. customs. There was almost always a 4 business...
I am in awe of Volodya's disciplined approach. Looking at his exceptional coins, as well as other posters' top 10s, I can't help but think that I...
Terrific write up and terrific coins, @red_spork . It's premature for my top ten list...the year isn't over just yet for me! Maybe in a week or two.
@Carthago your 76/1a has an exceptionally detailed reverse die. You can make out the tassels on the boots of the Dioscuri!
Of course there's more to it. Archaeologists that support the MOU get easier access to excavation permits in these source countries. Excavations =...
My response may have limited the issue too much. The considerations go beyond what's in the dealer's trays - though I do think that's a real...
I typed the below paragraph last night and decided not to hit "send"; but seeing Doug's response, I will now send it as proof that he's not the...
I like it. Not an easy emperor to find in super high quality. Below is my only example of this type. [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
I think the bill sponsors are being hoodwinked by those appealing to their antiterrorism sentiment. Perhaps we need to go contra with points they...
Responding to Theodosius: Yes, and it would be highly unusual for the United States to pass such a law. This bill is also inconsistent with recent...
Well, don't just sit there. While digesting your Thanksgiving feast, take time to write your Congressman/Congresswoman and object to this...
Thanks for your kind comments @AncientJoe and @Bing. I've never been thrilled with the surfaces on my coin; a bit too rough for my liking. Other...
I agree with all who have condemned the coin. Style and spelling are wrong! My mediocre example below. [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
This Larissa drachm attracted my eye at a coin show about 8 years ago, and it became my first ancient Greek coin purchase. I only collected Roman...
I have a fondness for Aelius' portraits. Maybe it's the scragly beard that seems to translate well on coins. Here is an Aelius denarius from my...
My Orbiana. Same as above and apparently struck from worn dies. [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
I have bought a few items in German auctions over the past few months. In each case, the auction house shipped promptly. The delays seemed to be...
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