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<p>[QUOTE="Quant.Geek, post: 2365996, member: 74799"][USER=19463]@dougsmit[/USER]: There is definitely something beautiful about the four-holed Divus Augustus as, especially with that green patina. I also like the Augustus with that nail. That is something I would definitely pick up just because of the nail and wood that is still present. What I find stunning is the ability for you to identify the coin bracelet in that picture! Outstanding!</p><p><br /></p><p>[USER=21445]@Mat[/USER]: Due to the fragile nature of the miliaresion, there was a tendency for these coins to chip and crack. Furthermore, several of these coins were intentionally holed due to the powerful image of the Virgin Mary. It seems it was quite popular to wear these coins. Even the DOC and Sear plate coins have holes in them. </p><p><br /></p><p>[USER=75563]@ancientcoinguru[/USER]: That Chach coin is pretty scarce and usually found is poor condition, but this coin has a very nice strike, especially the legend on the back.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>
[QUOTE="Quant.Geek, post: 2365996, member: 74799"][USER=19463]@dougsmit[/USER]: There is definitely something beautiful about the four-holed Divus Augustus as, especially with that green patina. I also like the Augustus with that nail. That is something I would definitely pick up just because of the nail and wood that is still present. What I find stunning is the ability for you to identify the coin bracelet in that picture! Outstanding! [USER=21445]@Mat[/USER]: Due to the fragile nature of the miliaresion, there was a tendency for these coins to chip and crack. Furthermore, several of these coins were intentionally holed due to the powerful image of the Virgin Mary. It seems it was quite popular to wear these coins. Even the DOC and Sear plate coins have holes in them. [USER=75563]@ancientcoinguru[/USER]: That Chach coin is pretty scarce and usually found is poor condition, but this coin has a very nice strike, especially the legend on the back.[/QUOTE]
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