I'd say PR62-ish based on those photos, so about five bucks.
Does look clad to me as well.
It appears to be a medieval English Long Cross penny from the reign of Henry III. So 13th century (1200s). I see nothing in the photos to make...
This is the only Sasanian coin I own. [IMG]
Ooh, very nice indeed. And just a hint of cabinet toning.
Is it clad, or silver? Also, I don't see the proof quarter mentioned in your title.
I like that one on the Balboa.
To me “artificial toning” implies intent- that somebody deliberately applied chemicals or processes to the coin to hasten its toning in the way...
Last chance in this contest, maybe. The next one is geared up to open as soon as this one closes.
It does indeed look quite prooflike.
Really it just shows the prow- the ram from the front (bow) portion of the ancient ship. Like this part:...
Maybe your ship will come in, someday. (Ha! See what I did there?)
Still in Bayou La Batre?
Yes, their “S5K” abbreviation would stand for “silver 5-kopecks”. Nice Gem grade, there.
There, I fixed ‘em for him. :) (Moderator edit)
LOL. I'd forgotten how goofy Jim Carrey was in his earlier roles.
Gonna be at least seven more ancients in Giveaway #80 if you don't manage to win here.
This is an extra entry for @Newbee03's newborn son.
Congratulations, @Newbee03! I'd give you one of these for him, but all four that I have are slated for Giveaway #79. Still, I'll post you an...
VERY cool find! Looks late 19th century.
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