Doubts About The Authenticity Of A Coin Recently Purchased In A Serious French Numismatic Grou

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ancient67 Valued Member France 325 Posts	Posted 03/19/2023 5:13 pm Hello, I bought yersterday this stater (or nomos) from Kroton and I have serious doubts about its authenticity. What makes me nervous is especially the obverse with Herakles lying on the Lion's skin. Of course, it is very worn, but this is not problematic per se. But Herakles' thigh is extremely strange, it looks as if it floated above the rest of his body. When we think about the extraordinary dexterity of the Greek engravers, especially for this type, this seems very odd. Also the triangle above does not look as a triangle (well, this could just be worn). I copy two pictures of my coin and other examples of the same die. I chose them worn for a better comparison. Any thoughts? Report this Post to the Staff

jecz79 Pillar of the Community Portugal 655 Posts	Posted 03/19/2023 11:25 pm They had an engraver who almost invented cubism? You found one reverse that matches the style of yours. It is an odd style. Bad die, cannot have been damage to the coin. I think a modern forger would not do an unappealing coin. Or only one bad die of a pair? Report this Post to the Staff
ancient67 Valued Member France 325 Posts	Posted 03/20/2023 08:29 am Thank you, Jecz79, for your unique answer. I must say that it is at least the forth time that I submit a problem and receive almost no answer. 175 views and one opinion! Wow guys you are impressive ! I will stop visiting this website, it has become completely useless. Report this Post to the Staff
nss-52 Moderator United States 54280 Posts	Posted 03/20/2023 10:30 am We are very sorry you are not getting instant and in-depth information about your coins. You asked at 5:00 and are dissatisfied at 11:30. Show your financial support of the Coin Community Family (click here) See my topic on Mexican Numismatic Medals (click here) Report this Post to the Staff
MetDet71 Pillar of the Community United Kingdom 1563 Posts	Posted 03/20/2023 10:39 am A bit rude ancient67 but each to their own I suppose. Not the type of coin I know about, sorry. Edited by MetDet71 03/20/2023 10:40 am Report this Post to the Staff
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