A feast set before a starving man

Okay, I don't want to get sappy...oh, yes I do!

I want to thank all you CT members, but especially those here in this ancients corner of CT for the kind correction, supportive, motivating words and generous sharing that you have shown me. It touches my heart in an exquisite way. You guys don't know me yet; so, how could you realize that your kindnesses, offers of help, reasons to giggle and communicate with others feel to me, (experiencing a state of emotional starvation), like the most sumptuous feast? I tell you, and G-d knows, that I have not experienced such warmth of spirit in years. I wanted to let you all know how you all have impacted me. I feel such appreciation and I thank each and every one of you. Thank you and may each of you be blessed.

 

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Edited to say; I just noticed that this was my 1000th post. I wish it was more substantial, but it is as sincere, and appreciative as OP stated. I am now planning for a giveaway to commemorate the milestone. Thanks to all.

 

How about a collective AW SHUCKS.

Seriously, this is a great forum with darn good people, and God knows, this world needs people coming together like we do here.

 

As someone else who is somewhat new to this forum I share your feelings, it is a great place filled with wonderful people.

 

Coool!

 

The CoinTalk Ancients forum is definitely one of a kind. We’re glad you’re here!
I'm glad I'm here!

 

I've had the great pleasure of becoming friends with many of the posters at CT, and I've even had the honor to meet a few in person. There is something about collectors of ancient coins. We tend to be bookworms, genteel and friendly, but also very studied and tenacious about our convictions.

 

Well @LaCointessa - that was very nice of you to say. I am speechless but when I can't think of anything to say I give is this Holy High Five.

Antioch, Syria
Constantine I (c AD 337-340)
AE Reduced Follis
15 mm x 1.72 grams
Obverse: DV CONSTANTINVS PT AVGG, Veiled bust of Constantine right
Reverse: Emperor in quadriga right, hand of god reaches him from above, star above, SMANA in exergue.
Ref: RIC 37

 

Oh my goodness @Ancientnoob! I was just reading about ancients with The Hand of G-d on them the night CT was down. You have one! That's crazy! Now, THAT's a coin I really want! I bet it's expensive - if it can be found, huh? (I did not get around to checking prices or availability). I guess I thought they were not available. Thank you for sharing that with me (us)!

 

SUB 50 bucks!

 

Not expensive and fairly easy to find.

 

This might be a good one to cruise e-bay for and ask us before you buy.

 

Say whaaaaat? As the kids say: "That's "cray cray."

I want it
I need it
Gotta have it
(Since they're small, I'll take two!)

 

Yes!!
That's the coin!
I'll do that!

 

This is the one with the clearest Hand of G-d depicted. There are others for less and even ones offered by sellers who seem (to me) suspiciously similar to the one who is said to have the finagled upped mark-downs. This one is going for 100 clams. The obverse isn't very good, is it? But that reverse is really sharp. I'll keep looking for a better one at a better price.

 

Personally, I would NOT cruise eBay for your first Ancients, unless you REALLY know the Sellers. There are some GREAT Sellers on eBay, but it is a MINEFIELD of fakes from other Sellers. Earlier posts have suggested other sites to go to for your first Ancients. Once you are more confident in buying, and you begin to identify reputable Sellers, THEN I would suggest eBay... I know a lot of the Moderns collectors love eBay, but for Ancients...just be careful.

 

Okay. I didn't see a Hand of G-d I liked on eBay anyway, although there were more than a dozen of them listed.

 

I did kind of ruin it for you - the one I showed you is far better than most (not as good as some.)

It tends to be a reoccurring problem in ancient coins...you can find the coin you want but it might not have the attributes you so desire. Sometimes you have to make concessions, if you wait and you can have whatever your heart desires, and your bank account will allow. Be warned...sometimes what you want may not exist and you what you desire you may not know exists. Happens to be DAILY!

Also heed this warning collecting ancient coins is like having a horrible drug problem - except way more expensive and in MOST cases still legal.

 

I have been duly warned. I doubt I need an expensive habit. Perhaps all I need is one of those hand coins and then continue working on my world coins? I find that enjoyable although not as exciting as ancients. I will be thinking about that.