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Pillar of the Community
Netherlands
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Yes I got one! A big coin of Carthage, AE28, weight unknown. I was a bit suprised to win this coin for just 31e incl shipping allthough its worn. I hope it will look better than the picture which is badly taken. Denomination is fairly difficult but I'm sure about some facts: Possibly Billon double shekel? ZEUGITANA, Carthage. Time of the Second Punic War. Circa 221-202 BC. 28mm. Wreathed head of Tanit left, wearing single-pendant earring and necklace / Horse standing right, palm behind; Punic 'ST' below.   Edited by Dutchgulden
02/03/2014 3:23 pm
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Moderator
 United States
23731 Posts |
Very nice looking coin, I want one lie this.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
3447 Posts |
Very nice ! Almost certainly of the "Better in Hand" variety. Much to much contrast in the photo to appreciate this coin.
Great minds and all that ..... I bought one myself last week (AE25) uncleaned for a 'bargain' price.
Mine is attributed as being of Spain Cartagonova.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
4984 Posts |
budget or no, a nice coin.
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Pillar of the Community
United Kingdom
3626 Posts |
Another nice buy Dutch, you will have a herd soon!
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Pillar of the Community
United States
3229 Posts |
Dang!  Wish I had a budget coin like it! |
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Pillar of the Community
 Netherlands
1204 Posts |
Thanks all! Better pictures (I hope) will come after arrival the hoard is growing :D
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Pillar of the Community
United States
5155 Posts |
I too would like to see better photos of this coin. I am a huge fan of Carthage and to find any large denomination at that price is steal. I envy you.
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Pillar of the Community
Netherlands
1204 Posts |
The coin arrived today, here are some better pictures, I like it! 19,15 grams,AE30 (so no AE28)   |
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Valued Member
United States
121 Posts |
wow, great looking coin for the price!
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Pillar of the Community
United Kingdom
3626 Posts |
You did it again Dutch, well done! Any chance it might clean up a little?
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Pillar of the Community
Netherlands
1204 Posts |
Thanks! Hmm I'm afraid I might ruin the coin if I try to clean it
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Pillar of the Community
United Kingdom
3626 Posts |
When in doubt, leave well alone :)
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