Well past the 12 hour limit, so how about your favorite Ceres reverse?
Here's an example of the SSC crown, 1723, George I. The shilling in nice VF would probably run around $150 or so. This coin is ex Karl...
I date the modern period with the start of the nation-state, as the Feudal system collapsed in the 15th century, and power became more...
Here's my Aegina stater, with its smooth shell sea turtle sitting on the obverse by its little lonesome self. [ATTACH] Next: Any coin of a...
I think museums are generally staffed by professional, conscientious staff. Of course there are exceptions, such as the medals in buckets...
Honestly I don't see anything that suggests tooling on your coin, at least as I view it. You coin, has wear, is off center, and has somewhat...
This article is a fascinating read and a cautionary tale as well. Thank you for the link.
Thank you.
Thanks. Do you have a link to the website?
That's a beautiful coin. The late Ptolemy coins often play second fiddle to those of the earlier kings, in terms of demand, though as your coin...
This morning started with windy conditions and the chance that perhaps one or two rain drops will actually fall. My area is seriously short on...
Yes, and the kicker is that eBay rates this seller, to quote, from the profile: "One of eBay's most reputable sellers." "Consistently delivers...
One of the dark sides of human nature, and quite depressing.
That's true for CT members and experienced collectors, but I think new collectors and people uninformed about fakes could fall prey, giving the...
Thanks. It looks like he's been at it for a while. It also looks as if the fakers are improving their techniques in producing more and more...
While wandering around eBay today, I came across this seller, who lists coins as coming from Austria. Based on the profile this seller is based...
Al, that's a wonderful presentation, beautifully illustrated, formatted and with excellent examples. Aside from the new style Athenian...
Back during the last Ice Age I had a hexagram that I ended up selling to raise some funds. It was a cool coin, so when this coin appeared in last...
I posted this coin the other day, and thought it is worthy of a second showing. Herennia Etuscillia, AR antoninianus, 250 AD, PVDICITIA AVG. RIC...
An absolutely exquisite coin.
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