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arkadyn's Last 20 Posts

Fake Roman? And Thoughts On Replicas
arkadyn
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United States
130 Posts
Old Post Posted 11/27/2024  9:49 pm
Does Not look real
Forum: Ancient, Greek, Roman, and Medieval Coins

Unidentified European Monarch But .
arkadyn
Valued Member
United States
130 Posts
Old Post Posted 11/13/2024  9:18 pm
That's the guy:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/3869375109...hailand+1917
Forum: Identification: Unidentified Coins, Medals, and Tokens
 
Unidentified European Monarch But .
arkadyn
Valued Member
United States
130 Posts
Old Post Posted 11/13/2024  9:09 pm
Definitely Thailand
Forum: Identification: Unidentified Coins, Medals, and Tokens
 
How Did PCGS Grade This 2000 Mule Dollar As XF?
arkadyn
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United States
130 Posts
Old Post Posted 10/28/2024  10:41 am
Not that familiar with Australian grading, but agree that grading by reputable British dealers is much much stricter that US grading. Also German grading is much higher standard than US. What is the worse, though, is the grades on eBay by ignorant or more frequently misleading sellers.
Forum: Coin, Bank Note, and Paper Money Grading: Australia, New Zealand, & South Pacific (Oceania)
 
Cocos (Keeling) Islands 2003 Tokens
arkadyn
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United States
130 Posts
Old Post Posted 10/28/2024  10:30 am
Please let us know if you find out anything new, thanks.
Forum: World Coins and Commemoratives
 
1652 New England 3 Pence?
arkadyn
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United States
130 Posts
Old Post Posted 10/24/2024  1:09 pm
Just tried to put a bid just for fun of 60K, was not allowed- asked to get in touch to get my bid limit approved....
Forum: US Classic and Colonial Coins

How Did PCGS Grade This 2000 Mule Dollar As XF?
arkadyn
Valued Member
United States
130 Posts
Old Post Posted 10/24/2024  11:47 am
the Roo side looks XF, the Queenie's face is a little banged up, but looks like honest wear, may be slightly wiped, with too many small hits, but still not much wear. I probably would have given it high VF grade bcs of the face...
Forum: Coin, Bank Note, and Paper Money Grading: Australia, New Zealand, & South Pacific (Oceania)
 
What Do You Think Of The Approach Of This Ebay Coin Dealer- OK Or Not?
arkadyn
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United States
130 Posts
Old Post Posted 10/20/2024  5:47 pm
I am buying from him. I just think it's a bit overboard attitude, although I have seen many very unreasonable buyers who just like to complain....
Forum: Main Coin Forum
 
What Do You Think Of The Approach Of This Ebay Coin Dealer- OK Or Not?
arkadyn
Valued Member
United States
130 Posts
Old Post Posted 10/20/2024  11:17 am
The rest of the description is similar in the tone:
"

Commonly asked questions:

Q. "Is this coin (Insert precious metal here)"

A.You figure it out.If you don't know what you are looking at, do some research.



Q.Do You Combine Shipping?


A.Can't you read?



Q. I bought this my mistake, can you cancel?


A.I'll go ahead and start that unpaid item case for you



Q.I'd like to return a TPG (PCGS, NGC, ANACS, PMG) certified item


A.Welcome to my BBL List and various other industry blacklists of my choosing (There are FEW exceptions, I have encountered misattributions on more obscure coins that significantly affect value more frequently.That's legitimate)



Q. Why are you so mean?

A. Because a person really develops some think skin after years of putting up with nonsense. I provide Numismatic items at no reserve, with plenty of bargain opportunities, I expect buyers to put forth some effort in taking the time to research the items they are buying. This is a hobby, it's supposed to be fun.99.999% of folks have that figured out. You can to.



Q.I'd like to return this item because of a genuine issue (Wrong item sent, it happens, nobody's perfect. There are other real reasons)


A.Go ahead and initiate a return using the returns center, you will receive a label at our cost and be refunded upon receipt AND Inspection.



Q. I'd like to return an item for a frivolous reason (I already had one, my dog/cat/toddler placed an absentee bid).

A.You'd be surprised how many dogs/cats/toddler's know how to login, search for items that their parents routinely buy, and go through the four step process of placing a bid.You'd be really surprised how many dogs/cats/toddlers seem to know the exact market price of a coin for that matter. Just cut the baloney. Expect a few unkind words if I think your story don't hold water."

Forum: Main Coin Forum
 
What Do You Think Of The Approach Of This Ebay Coin Dealer- OK Or Not?
arkadyn
Valued Member
United States
130 Posts
Old Post Posted 10/20/2024  11:13 am
I am not trying to scold the seller, just asking opinions on whether it is a legitimate approach.
Here is the link:
https://www.ebay.com/str/ufomechanix
Forum: Main Coin Forum
 
What Do You Think Of The Approach Of This Ebay Coin Dealer- OK Or Not?
arkadyn
Valued Member
United States
130 Posts
Old Post Posted 10/20/2024  09:46 am
Item description for all items:
Here is the funny part- feedback 5.0 in the category "Accurate description"
"Your want a description? Here's your description:

I'm selling coins and currency to serious buyers who want good deals and don't need to be coddled the entire way.If that's you, join the fun.If not, just keep on looking elsewhere because you're not worth my trouble."
Forum: Main Coin Forum

Fun Thread - Worst Coins On Ebay, Etsy, Craigslist, And Other Buying Sites!
arkadyn
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United States
130 Posts
Old Post Posted 10/14/2024  9:31 pm
All fake ancient coins from a seller:
https://www.ebay.com/str/ancientcleopatra
Forum: "Post Your..." Gallery Topics
 
Galba (A.d. 68-69) Oct. A.d. 68 Ae Sestertius
arkadyn
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United States
130 Posts
Old Post Posted 10/14/2024  10:10 am
$146 with buyers fee- not bad
Forum: Ancient, Greek, Roman, and Medieval Coins
 
Rough Oblong Copper Slug
arkadyn
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United States
130 Posts
Old Post Posted 10/13/2024  9:13 pm
Another one:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/166989140490
Forum: Identification: Unidentified Coins, Medals, and Tokens
 
Rough Oblong Copper Slug
arkadyn
Valued Member
United States
130 Posts
Old Post Posted 10/13/2024  8:55 pm






https://www.ebay.com/itm/3954700438...ic+byzantine
ARAB BYZANTINE COIN AE FALS UMAYYAD CALIPHATE IMITTATING CONSTANS II 641-668 AD

It is Constans II Byzantine, the question is if it original Byzantine, or Arabic imitation.
I am not an expert on these. When they are in better shape, usually Arabic are cruder that actual Byzantine. This one is in pretty rough shape.
If there are experts here please let us know....
Forum: Identification: Unidentified Coins, Medals, and Tokens
 
Rough Oblong Copper Slug
arkadyn
Valued Member
United States
130 Posts
Old Post Posted 10/11/2024  9:11 pm
It does look like Arabic Byzantine. The form of the planchet is a bit unusual, but it might have been clipped into this shape...
Forum: Identification: Unidentified Coins, Medals, and Tokens

Sardinia 1851 5 Fr- Authentic?
arkadyn
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United States
130 Posts
Old Post Posted 10/11/2024  7:53 pm
Correct, it is P, anchor.
Forum: World Coins and Commemoratives
 
Sardinia 1851 5 Lire- Authentic?
arkadyn
Valued Member
United States
130 Posts
Old Post Posted 10/11/2024  7:21 pm
Not my coin, trying to decide to buy it or not. There are plenty of fake ones around, which actually look very good and seem to be within the parameters( 25g), and real silver, but usually in much better condition than this one, which is why I hope this may be authentic...
Forum: World Variety and Error Coins
 
Sardinia 1851 5 Fr- Authentic?
arkadyn
Valued Member
United States
130 Posts
Old Post Posted 10/11/2024  6:51 pm
Yes, future first king of the united Italy... Pretty rare if authentic.
Forum: World Coins and Commemoratives
 
Sardinia 1851 5 Lire- Authentic?
arkadyn
Valued Member
United States
130 Posts
Old Post Posted 10/11/2024  6:44 pm


Forum: World Variety and Error Coins



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