Interesting. Maybe the die engraver was just lazy. It was a Friday afternoon and the thermopolium down the street was calling his name. "Eh, those...
What a coin and what a provenance!
For my wife. [ATTACH]
I agree with much of what Valentinian said, except for this: Perhaps Valentinian is simply noting that interest is a matter of degree. But I’m...
I don’t have one of those quadrantes. Most are quite affordable but pretty rough. These are among the nicer ones I’ve seen.
A really interesting list. My favorites are the Republican denarius for its iridescent toning, and the circus ship reverse for the fascinating...
Well, I’m pretty sure Constantine minted some gold coins too! :joyful:
A list by a man who knows exactly what he’s looking for just as soon as he finds it. The coin retaining the wire is my favorite. The Julia Domna...
And I did have it as 1014. [ATTACH]
thanks. Yes, the portrait sold me on the coin because Vespasian is scowling so much, it looks like his nose is going to touch his chin. As with...
Thanks for the reference to that thread. Very glad to have this info!
I love the Domitian portrait and radiate crown. Very expressive.
I don’t see a Top 15 here; all I see are #1’s! But that Galba—wow.
A point collectors need continual reminding of. Sometimes I find myself pining away for rarities and treating common coins with a bit of contempt....
YEAR END FAVORITE LIST So I thought about not doing a Top 10 list this year. It’s not been a very good year. Actually, let me rephrase that. It’s...
Got my copy a few days ago. What a generous and handsome volume. Congrats to Nicholas and all involved! Some wonderful reading here. If you are...
Wonderful selections. Your collecting tastes align quite closely with mine. I am a fool for a nice follis. You have several here.
That number one is a remarkable work of art. The banqueting scene in number 10 looks to me like an ancient version of inviting a special guest...
Your list shows what can be done when someone is knowledgeable and patient. Good for you. Regarding the hut coin, I’ve argued that the object is...
Among the nicest crocs I’ve seen. Thanks for sharing.
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