Here are two very rare coins, one is unique. Fortunately the coins have a bit of corrosion and worn dies so there was very little interest. I, on...
I was looking for suggestions on resources for help in reading the greek text on early Roman provincials. Thanks in advance!
I've been enjoying all the end of the year top 10 lists, here's one that will likely make mine. [ATTACH] I wanted one that showed the break in...
I've often admired the tortoise and sea turtle coins of the Islands off Attica. I finally found one I couldn't resist. Although not noted in the...
[ATTACH] Philip II Tetradrachm Lifetime Issue Philip II Tetradrachm Lifetime Issue Amphipolis Mint, 355-349/8. O: Laureate head of Zeus to right....
I just finished listening to "Alexander the Great and the Macedonian Empire" by Prof Harl and it motivated me to start photographing more of my...
I have wanted a Vespasian denarius with a Vespasian countermark for quite a while. It's an interesting error when a coin of Vespasian is...
Here’s a recent pickup. A common coin but I’ve been looking for an example with a complete reverse and this is about as good as it gets. I...
The absolute best piece of advice in the ancient coin hobby is know the dealer or know the coin. In dealing with Lanz, I thought I knew the...
Although I have long admired the coins of Ptolemy I, and enjoy having a few in my collection, I never realized an obvious problem. There are...
[ATTACH] [ATTACH] I just came across this coin in my office and I don’t know why or how I got it. I’m 100% certain it’s incredibly rare and...
I was the high bidder for this junky, worn, slug of a common siglos. There seemed to be no end to the intense bidding frenzy. The price flew up...
It seems like this has been a good year for many on this board. Many beautiful rarities have been posted that have been a pleasure to view. I...
I swapped a Caligula bronze that i reckon was of equal value. I'm doubtful if a positive ID is possible with the reverse off center but i'm very...
It was a beautifully gloomy, overcast day today. Absolutely perfect lighting for some coin photography. These little guys are often struck off...
I find the styles of official and unofficial Athena / Owl tetradrachms to be very confusing but I decided to add this one to my collection. With...
In another thread I mentioned that I had purchased my coin of the year and it finally arrived. I must confess that I never knew this coin existed...
I've had the oddest exchange this week with a Swiss auction house. I don't want to name them publicly till this reaches a conclusion but they...
Is there anyway to see the results of past Berk sales? I can see all the old catalogues on their website but no sale results. I'm looking for...
I recently purchased a coin that came from Gordon S. Parry Collection. Anyone know any biographical info on this guy? He's sold some outstanding...
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