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Message:: [QUOTE="iamtiberius, post: 1425928, member: 37707"]Definitely obvious fakes. You have what are supposed to be multiple denominations, metals, sizes, and weights if they were authentic. Like Randygeki pointed out - Lot 11 are supposed to be silver tetradrachms. Arethusa, Syracuse.  Arethusa, Syracuse tetradrachms are coveted as one of the most elaborate busts on an ancient coin.  If authentic, they can fetch thousands of dollars. All of your coins are the same size, made out of the same metal, are copies of coins that range nearly 700 years in difference, have the same type of incorrect legend font, and have a horribly replicated wear and patina to them.  They aren't even made from cast dyes of authentic coins.  100 percent fake. They make for nice souvenirs though.  Hand them out during history lessons. As far as source of counterfeits, a lot of the modern forgeries come from eastern Europe ie - Slovakia, Estonia, Macedonia, Bulgaria, and somtimes Bosnia. They are very easy to spot, but typically go with the right size and metal.  Which brings me to believe that the coins you have were never intended to be passed as genuine. Just as souvenirs possibly purchased on a "Holy Land" or "Mediterranean" tour for $1 a piece. - Mike[/QUOTE]