I would say my collection is simply tools I have used to learn about history and economics. I buy coins from areas or times I am interested in, to...
I would say for $40, (but I am cheap), you could find a REALLY nice one of these for sale. Maybe I am wrong nowadays, since they are all going up,...
Yeah, but Gordian III is probably the most common roman silver you will ever come across. I left about 8 of these in Harlan Berk's pick box at $18...
As a quick background, so you know why these had a distinctive look, Egypt had a separate monetary system. It was forbidden to use regular coinage...
Oh, don't know how I could have not mentioned this, but RIC, (Roman Imperial Coinage), is THE professional reference for Roman imperials. 10...
There is a distinct look to Alexandrian 3rd century tets. I could tell before I saw any detail on the lettering. Take a look at quite a few and...
With all of these copper 43 cents, and steel 44 cents threads going around, I am waiting for the "HONG KONG" wheat cent thread to pop up. :)
Not trying to get in the middle of this, but Buddy you asked for people's advice, experienced numismatists gave it to you, and you dismissed it....
I agree with the mint and denomination. Unfortunately I also agree I cannot make out the emperor. :(
That is what we are doing. I have went through thousands of auction listings, own many books on medieval coins, (more on ancients), and the top...
What I mean is I go through, look at it, and grade it. However, if there is a large gap, I would look at it again and possibly err on the side of...
Thanks man. :)
BMC Greek is Greek coins found in the British Museum collection. Sear means books by David Sear, one of the most respected ancient numismatists....
They are only talking about surface atoms. Such reactions cannot penetrate past the surface. Weight would still tell you what the coin is. ;)
But, especially given Detecto's penchant for switching gears, would you still recommend a GB only book? I would say the 20th and 19th century...
Ok, good to know. I am not a serious error collector, but the degree of the doubled die is incredible. I have not seen such an error since the...
I believe the key, (until its weighed and/or edges looked at), would be the doubling. It cannot be machine doubling like that I believe, and I...
Nice overall condition. I question the color, as there should be more differentiation, but a pleasant coin.
I never give any "bump up" for a certain coin. However, if a F sells for 5 times what a VG sells for, I take a hard look at it and if in doubt,...
The first two are the better ones I believe. They are from the 3rd century AD. They may be worth around $25 each. I agree they all appear to be...
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