They would go very nice in most collections.
I have an ancient that I have been working on for a long time. It is very corroded. It appears to have at least one over strike. Perhaps two. You...
I acted fast reading this post. But it was fun reading the comments. I ordered zero sets.
I believe you are right Jeff. I tried to remember what I was told 70 plus years ago. Thanks for the correction.
Nails are figured in pennyweight not cents.
Using a whiz wheel gives similar look.
Don't forget to wash your hands.
I was under the impression that the rim issue only applied to the 1979 coins.
Here are two of mine: Note the die cracks on the 1843 P [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
See #6 above.
Here is another one I am finishing. It was also in with those that I thought I would never be able to identify. Rough but visible. Constans AE3....
Another one I am finishing is this Constantius II RIC VIII Siscia 98 [ATTACH]
Thanks everyone for the help. I have looked closely and think 399 is correct.
I think I have this correct. But there is not much detail available. Some help or comments would be appreciated. Julian II AE3. D N IVLIANVS NOB...
Yes, I could call it a "pre-lump".
In a few short months I will "celebrate" 75 years of collecting coins. I have feelings like yours sometimes @Randy Abercrombie. I look at my...
Nice die crack on hat right where the popular die chip would be. [ATTACH]
What matters is who got the money and how.
True, but who got the profit?
Who got the $85,000? The US Mint manufactured this rare coin intentionally. Sounds criminal to me.
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