Mary, whenever there is a consensus of replies to a subject here, you can safely read it as the correct answer. To give our time, freely, to help...
I don't know if you are a member of the Ike Group and have seen this page already https://www.ikegroup.info/?page_id=228
Nice selection. 6,7 and 3 are my personal favourites. As a new comer to ancient collecting (6 months) and no real collecting focus at the moment,...
I want that. Phoenicia, Tyche and a glorious earthen/desert patina, what a combination, I love it
Still waiting for the in focus close up of the MM and edge
It looks off somehow or the images give it a mushy look to the devices. Also it does not have the look of a .900 silver piece. Here is what they...
Why do you think it is an error?
Closest I have to ideal weight and size [ATTACH]
Thank you for the nomination, most unexpected but very welcome:joyful:
Another nice bunch. I like the Italian 5 lira, bunch of grapes, and the Indonesian 100 Rupiah. Well done
I want it. My Antoninus Pius coins are all minted in Rome, a provincial issue from that Emperor would be great. Thanks for the opportunity
Congrats, enjoy your prize
You have been a member here for nearly 5 years, and have been given links to sites enabling you to learn about how dies are made and the minting...
Looks more like machine doubling, flat and shelflike. The 4 in the date has the same look which indicates this is MD
Wonderful selection. My favourites are the Janus and the Bundi
When are you going to post clear, in focus images of the MM? FYI, the mintmark was not part of the die creation process, so can't be doubled. The...
10 minute bath in acetone (100%, not nail polish remover) will loosen it as it looks like an image on adhesive
When you look at more modern coinage, say from 12 century onward, regions, states and nations started to portray a style of " Coat of Arms" which...
I want it. I started collecting ancients earlier this year and Severus Alexander, combined with it being a provincial would be a great addition....
Nice coins. Intrinsic value pales into insignificance when compared to the family connections. Thanks for sharing
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