Several points to make: 1. Not sure how we got on this tangent, but there is a significant difference between conserving and cleaning a coin....
I don't want to offend anyone who really likes these, but they are definitely not a good investment. They garner a big *yawn* from me (as does any...
I agree. Specialists in a series (or variety collectors) will cherish an ANACS attributed coin, but they are generally in the minority (and...
The bottom set of bands must be more full than your pictures indicate ;) Taking accurate pics of FB, FBL, and FH is very difficult.
I like it at 64.
1. If it is in a recognized publication, they'll slab it (they have many specialist resources). 2.) Why don't you ask NGC? They are extremely...
Congrats on the pickups! The spots on a few of them bother me. The 53 Vicky is especially troublesome, and exhibits many green spots that appear...
I did not do that already. I played with several F-stops, but did not tilt anything. I have not compared it to proofs. I don't have the Snow...
I don't know about "die cracks," but I'm guessing significant "corrosion products" can be found on the reverse.
Very interesting. I guess I'm surprised that the Roman coins circulated in India as well (in ancient times, that seems like it would have been...
1. Extremely interesting story, and very interesting writeup! 2. A very attractive coin, congrats on the purchase! 3. What does the legend...
Oh. My. Gosh. That is precious. Why was it details graded?
The marks in prime focal areas limit this to 65. The toning is very attractive (and worth a small premium), and the luster is good. The strike is...
It has absolutely been dipped, and has begun to retone. I think it is market acceptable (at either service). It will *not* get a CAC. The profuse...
Obviously, I can't speak for Doug (and really, we disagree far more often than not). However, in this case, I'll agree that for the most part the...
As in, the whole coin was cast, with the counterstamp already on it? That's weird.... What are you seeing in the photos that points to that...
Thanks! The rounded rims, weak strike, and die polish all do the same ;)
I would hope that the Newman portal would have an index, and be searchable. It is shaping up to be a valuable resource, but it also should be usable.
I think other traditional archaeological methods are probably more useful for dating coins.
1. Pictures, or it didn't happen. 2. Are you sure they are real? Have they been cleaned? You already said they are damaged, so that is going to...
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