Here's an example of one of mine (Heraclius and Heraclius Constantine) - does come off when scratched with a finger nail: [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
To me it looks to be a real desert patina. I have a couple where I have been able to scratch off a bit of the sand/dust with my finger nail.
Here's my provincial: [ATTACH] [ATTACH] And here's my ant,Abundantia reverse, chin is a bit weak. [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
I bought 30 coins this year, nothing like the quality of the aureus and Caesar elephant denarius. Nice coins, @4to2centBC !
Nice coins, particularly like the Roger coin.
Some great coins there. I had a Bohemund III in my collection but it turned out to be a cast fake.
Very nice catch @Kasia ! Cool reverse.
Also my interest in history piqued my interest in coins. I stumbled upon a coin shop in Aiea, Hawaii when I was 11 and they were selling ancients,...
Some real nice coins there. Gotta hand it to Gordie - he struck a lot of coins in his six year reign with tremendous output.
A Gordie III that I sold years back, originally purchased for $30. However, here is a similar Gordie: [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
Great coins there @randygeki I especially like the Carausius and Vitellius.
I'd like to do the same thing at my funeral. I don't think it's likely that my heirs will strike any coins, but I'd love being consecrated! :)...
Great portrait! Kind of gives you a sense of Albinus' look. The worn aspect is most pleasing. Wonder how many hands the coin passed through over...
Has to be my large Julian II ! something about it is very attractive. I have added 30 coins to my collection this year. I may or not be buying any...
Congrats on the Gratian solidus. All in all, some beautiful coins. Fantastic!
Fantastic coin. I've never seen a facing Sol before. Great pick up for $20. Now, who is that dealer?
Very interesting - thanks for sharing.
Here's my Maximian tet: [ATTACH] [ATTACH] The eagle I think is very well done on this example.
If I had it I couldn't sell it. But I'd guess $100k
Nice pick up @Kasia - a cool bottle-cap.
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