Really? You would say that they are better than CNG or Berk? I wouldn't assume that myself. Sure, I would rank them if Barry Murphy is at NGC now...
I understand sir, but please note NGC does not guarantee the authenticity of ancients like they do modern coins. So, its really just a opinion of...
There is just something about large ancient bronzes/(orichalcum). They are just so warm and comforting to look at and hold. :)
I agree with Mat, good price for the coin whether in a slab or not.
Why terrible? Its an object. If I buy a coin for $40 I can do WHATEVER I like with it. Besides, you do know mint packaging is not always the best...
You can PM me for an address, I am a head honcho here. Btw, my name is CASH...... :) J/K, no one pm me for an address. Hopefully Peter or Doug...
I collect coins for what they are and the stories they tell. Therefor, no one coin in the world could ever compare to the stories on the coins I...
I agree. Its a tough position to be in, but no sense lying to them and letting them believe they can retire on the proceeds. Due to this...
Numerous casting bubbles, mushy details in protected areas, no wear on high points, the fake it's a shekel of Tyre, (one of the most faked ancient...
I have the $10 one from this seller. Most of us are not preforming scientific measurements, just getting relative sizes. I believe in good tools...
You can't get too wrapped up in the supposed "insult". American history is full of such images, you should read how insulting books and newspapers...
No, but plumbers frequently put coins under toilets to level them. Its very common for that purpose. I think the poster was saying this, its...
One, just basic silver should be a long term investment. If you are buying it for that, its not really supposed to be "fun". If you want fun as...
Pretty good law to keep me away from pawn shops in that state....
I would have walked because of her attitude. I am becoming a grouchy old man in my 40's. I have very little tolerance for poor customer service,...
I have references but am out of town. Typically attributed to the Bukhara and Samarkand area. The earliest pieces were larger, and become more...
OP, given you like LRB, I woukd suggest getting a copy of Bruck and form a set of reverse variants for LRB. Tons of rarities to be found at common...
Ok, you have me. How about concrete? We take it for granted today but the west forgot how to make if for a millenia. Btw, we think we know what...
Try watching Springer, Maury Povich, Cops, or similar on daytime tv today if you want to see something that will make you sick. I remember one...
I very much agree as well. Its insulting to assume ancient people were idiots and therefore needed other species to teach them math and science....
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