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Hi everyone, I am a total newbie with zero knowledge about coins and I recently got a Sassanid silver drachm as a present. The donor claims it is genuine, but I would like to have the opinion of a couple of experts about it. Do you think this one is genuine from the pictures? It has a diameter of ca 33 mm, thickness of about 0.8 mm an weighs about 4.1 g. Thank you very much for your help Regards Bertone   |
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Rest in Peace
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Braces! Of course it's real...  |
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United States
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@Bertone, first welcome to CCF. Second, what a very nice present to have received. I agree with the others that it looks real--pretty amazing that a coin from the 6th or 7th Century AD could be in such nice shape. Other than a few small encrustations on the obverse, it has very little wear. Great pick-up!
"If you climb a good tree, you get a push."
-----Ghanaian proverb
"The danger we all now face is distinguishing between what is authentic and what is performed."
-----King Adz
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New Member
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Hi everybody,
at first thank you for the very warm welcome here. That does not happen in many forums...
I am happy to read that you all think it is genuine. I also thought it looks very authentic, but wanted to have'a second opinion.
I ve always been fascinated by antiquities and the history they tell, but I never possessed any ancient coins so far,
so maybe I ve just found a new hobby ;)
Thanks again
Regards
Bertone
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United States
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I hope you decide to start collecting ancient coins, this is an excellent hobby if you want to learn and own a piece of history. In recommend you read through the sticky section here titled Books, downloads, and website. You will a ton of information about all types of ancient coins.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Bertone, Welcome! I have to tell you this is a very rewarding hobby. I've been collecting for about 3 years now and I can tell you I've learned a lot on this forum. I peruse this site often and learn something every time I do so. I've never felt intimated by asking a "dumb" question.
Study and read and ask for help when you're unsure of something. In time, you will be more confident in knowing what you like and what to buy.
ENJOY!
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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, Bertone! |
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