Great observation. I believe it has something to do with who collects what. Most of the ruder comments are often made by or toward people who,...
Entry Post. 1,4,2,3 One of my favorite bills, instead of putting in my two cents worth, I'll put in my three cents worth to this thread.[ATTACH]...
These are all great shields. My only poor example is worn. I have no idea about its ID. [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
I'd agree with 66+, but the marks on the front left leg might make it a 65 in the eyes of some.
Possibly a small die chip?
For most countries, the obverse (front) of a coin is lined up opposite, or 180 degrees turned, from the reverse (back). If someone at the mint...
Neandria, 4mm, .08g including the dirt still in the incus square. [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
Perhaps there is a regional Celtic dialect/accent that pronounces it that way? I've also wondered the same thing.
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Very good summary of how this is done. I am very much aware of these methods. While not a linguist, I have taught French, have a masters degree...
I don't know how accurate this is. If it is, then I have always accented it incorrectly. But then, who knows?...
There is a similar problem with biblical names. I had a preacher friend who, when someone would question his pronunciation would say, "They're...
I wonder how much the seller paid for it. Maybe he has to get $150,000 or so to cover his own mistake.
I think they have watched too many Youtube videos--or they hope someone else with lots of money has watched too many. It reminds me of a item I...
I offered $15 but was turned down.
It is possible some people do this just to grab attention. Several years ago someone offered a Continental Currency bill that I had a great...
Here are some better shots of just the name, or rather the first part of the name. IOIVA. Yes, the A is almost totally obliterated, not by wear...
Thank you for this attribution! I really appreciate it. The seller just said, "Jovian." Does the "typo" change this? Or would it be just a...
I apologize for my poor photo. The spelling IOIVANUS is more obvious in hand. Expecting to see IOVIANUS, I at first saw it that way, and worked...
Is this a misspelling or a mint engraver making a social comment on the sly?
Separate names with a comma.
