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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Pillar of the Community
United Kingdom
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That is a beautiful example of what is one of my favourite design types on Greek coins. They are lovely, large coins. The style of the Amazon Kyme isn't always high art but when the style is good then these are hard coins to beat in terms of artistry. I must admit that I love to handle my ancients and whenever I obtain one that has been slabbed I have to liberate them. I agree that the AU grading seems a little optimistic. I have an example too. My example has a different magistrate, KALLIAS, to yours. Mine was graded as EF by the dealer and the grading seems fair to me.  There are a range of these large Stephanophori produced in the mid second century and I would love to have an example of each type. I can but dream... Regards, Martin |
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Pillar of the Community
 United States
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Hi Martin, Your Amazon looks younger and prettier than mine and the workmanship seems more refined as well. She's a beauty; thanks for sharing! |
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Pillar of the Community
United Kingdom
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That's an excellent coin - congratulations on a great addition to your collection.
Slabbing ancients is a bit of a red rag to a bull with most ancients collectors - with the vast majority detesting the things and "liberating" the coin as soon as possible. The AU50 has no real meaning when applied to ancients.
Martin's coin in the raw, as you say, is so much more alive than one entombed in plastic. Release the ancient - you know you want to :)
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Valued Member
Canada
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It would sell for alot more slabbed.It is amazingly good condition-congratulations.
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Pillar of the Community
United Kingdom
2100 Posts |
I have recently added another of these wonderful looking coins to my collection. A different magistrate to both shown above.  Regards, Martin |
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Bedrock of the Community
United States
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That's a beautiful coin! I really like the high-relief and attention to detail. I don't know how one precisely grades an ancient "AU50".  It can be hard to separate strike from wear. A wonderful type; I'll have to get one someday. |
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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I don't collect Greek coins, but having looked at this thread I am sorely tempted. These are beautiful coins all three.  |
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Bedrock of the Community
United States
10045 Posts |
I'm tempted too. But, after checking the market on these, my temptation has waned.  |
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Pillar of the Community
United States
2596 Posts |
nice coin I dont think I could afford to collect greeks
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Pillar of the Community
United States
3229 Posts |
Fabulous coins! I only have a couple greeks. They can be very pricey as mentioned, but you can get some nice greeks for affordable prices. |
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Bedrock of the Community
United States
10045 Posts |
This thread was too much for me--I succumbed and bought my first Greek.  I'll post pictures when it arrives. |
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very nice coins,however as I've said other times greek coins are too expansive for me.....
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