Moneta's Temple and Gallery

SASANIAN_KINGS_of_PERSIA_Khosrau_II

stretrader99z — Sun, 24 May 2020 17:56:44 -0700

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Description: SASANIAN KINGS of PERSIA. Khosrau II. 590-628 AD. AR Drachm (32mm, 4.13 gm). GD mint. Dated year 36 (625/6 AD). Crowned and cuirassed bust right, ribbon over right shoulder, crescent and ribbon over left; stars flanking crown, monogram to left / Fire altar with attendants and ribbon, star and crescent flanking flames, regnal year to left, mint signature to right. Göbl II/3; Alram 917.

SASANIAN_KINGS_of_PERSIA_Khosrau_II

stretrader99z — Sun, 24 May 2020 17:56:44 -0700

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518_1

stretrader99z — Wed, 12 Feb 2020 10:17:45 -0800

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Description: Aquired: CNG, Auction 461, Lot 518 Tiberius II Constantine. 578-582. Æ Follis (31.5mm, 12.14 g, 6h). Constantinople mint, 2nd officina. Dated RY 7 (580/1). Crowned bust facing, wearing consular robes, holding mappa and scepter topped by eagle supporting cross / Large M; cross above, date across field; CONB. DOC 13b; MIBE 25; SB 430. Dark brown patina with reddish-brown highlights, some roughness. VF. Ex Phil Peck Collection.

Tiberius II Constantine

stretrader99z — Wed, 12 Feb 2020 10:17:45 -0800

Justinian I.

stretrader99z — Sat, 07 Dec 2019 16:58:05 -0800

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Description: Justinian I. 527-565. Æ Follis (40mm, 24.18 g, 6h). Nicomedia mint, 1st officina. Dated RY 13 (539/40). Helmeted and cuirassed bust facing, holding globus cruciger and shield; cross to right / Large M; cross above, date across field; A//NIK. DOC 117a; MIBE 114; SB 201. Brown surfaces, light roughness. VF. From the Jack A. Frazer Collection. Ex Berk MBS 22 (20 October 1982).

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Justinian I.

stretrader99z — Sat, 07 Dec 2019 16:58:05 -0800

Justinian I.

stretrader99z — Sat, 07 Dec 2019 16:58:05 -0800

Justinian I.

stretrader99z — Thu, 05 Dec 2019 14:09:09 -0800

Justinian I.

stretrader99z — Thu, 05 Dec 2019 14:09:09 -0800

Antoninus Pius

stretrader99z — Tue, 19 Feb 2019 16:06:15 -0800

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Description: AD 138-161. Æ Sestertius (31mm, 24.75 g, 11h). Rome mint. Struck AD 159-160. Laureate head right / Pietas standing left, holding a child in each arm; a child raising a hand toward her standing on either side. RIC III 1032; Banti 288. Near VF, two-tone green patina. Ex Cederlind BBS 144 (1 October 2007), lot 356.

Rome

stretrader99z — Tue, 19 Feb 2019 16:06:15 -0800

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Description: Antoninus Pius: AD 138-161. Æ Sestertius (31mm, 24.75 g, 11h). Rome mint. Struck AD 159-160. Laureate head right / Pietas standing left, holding a child in each arm; a child raising a hand toward her standing on either side. RIC III 1032; Banti 288. Near VF, two-tone green patina. Tom Cederlind (1959-2015) . https://www.coinsweekly.com/en/News/4?&id=3844 Ex Cederlind BBS 144 (1 October 2007), lot 356.

silverkrandrv

stretrader99z — Sat, 28 Jul 2018 13:07:13 -0700

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silverkrandrv

stretrader99z — Sat, 28 Jul 2018 13:07:13 -0700

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silverkrandrv

stretrader99z — Sat, 28 Jul 2018 13:07:13 -0700

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2017 South Africa 1 oz Silver Krugerrand Premium Uncirculated Coin PCGS SP6

stretrader99z — Sat, 28 Jul 2018 13:05:09 -0700

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Description: 2017 is the 50th anniversary of the Krugerrand series of coins from South Africa. Many are familiar with this series, but did you know that they were actually the first modern bullion coins? Before the existence of any other bullion coins such as the American Eagles or Canadian Maples, it was Gold Krugerrands drawing the eye of the world since 1967. The South African Mint has marked this milestone by offering Silver Krugerrands for the very first time! This coin is made of .999 fine silver and weighs 1 Troy oz. The mintage limit for this version was set at 1,000,000 pieces. Many of the 2017 Silver Krugerrands have been submitted to third-party services for grading and encapsulation. The coin offered here has an exclusive label which makes it stand out among others like it. This specimen has a Krugerrand themed UV Reveal label. While the Krugerrand theme is visible under any lighting, UV light will reveal additional details on both the front and back! When you purchase this coin you will receive a UV light to go with it. Only 1,000 of these unique labels were made.

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2017 South Africa 1 oz Silver Krugerrand Premium Uncirculated Coin PCGS SP6

stretrader99z — Sat, 28 Jul 2018 13:05:09 -0700

2017 South Africa 1 oz Silver Krugerrand Premium Uncirculated Coin PCGS SP6

stretrader99z — Sat, 28 Jul 2018 13:05:09 -0700

2016 1-oz Silver Winged Liberty High Relief NGC GEM Proof

stretrader99z — Sat, 19 May 2018 18:00:49 -0700

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Description: America's Most Famous Saint Gaudens design - Finally Gets Her Wings The World's Most Beautiful Gold Coin Restored to Her Original Glory at Last In January of 1905, when Teddy Roosevelt told Augustus Saint-Gaudens that he wanted the famous sculptor to redesign all of America's coins, the eminent artist knew that he could not decline the commission. Augustus Saint-Gaudens worked on his new U.S. coin designs in his studio and home in Cornish, New Hampshire. Today, the Augustus Saint-Gaudens estate is a National Historic Site visited by thousands every year. The Saint-Gaudens museum on the grounds of the National Historic Site contains a treasure trove of sketches, plaster models, and documents pertaining to Roosevelt and Saint-Gaudens' collaboration. Much of the focus is on the undisputed masterpiece of their efforts: the 1907 $20 Gold Double Eagle. But, there's a nearly forgotten 'secret' that many visitors to the Saint-Gaudens museum are unaware of - Lady Liberty was supposed to have a feathered headdress...and WINGS! A Masterpiece Reborn 109 Years Later Recently, while exploring the archives within the Saint-Gaudens National Historic Site, we uncovered the rest of the story of the Winged Liberty. Inspired, we immediately began partnering with museum officials to see August Saint-Gaudens' and Teddy Roosevelt's original artistic vision brought to full glory in one ounce of 99.9% pure silver. As collectors ourselves, we were thrilled by the prospect of the original Winged Liberty design finally being struck in spectacular high relief - making Saint-Gaudens original vision a reality at last, after 109 years. Just one major question remained: Who could help prepare Augustus Saint-Gaudens original plaster design for modern high relief striking? There was really only one answer: 12th Chief Engraver of the U.S. Mint, John Mercanti. Lady Liberty Deserves Royal Treatment The Saint-Gaudens National Historic Site recognized that striking these proofs in pure silver would require a world-class mint - one that would be able to capture every nuance of Saint-Gaudens' masterpiece in stunning high relief. Few mints in the world even attempt the striking of high reliefs. But, with over 1,000 years of history and craftsmanship, Britain's Royal Mint was an inspired choice. After receiving John Mercanti's hand-sculpted plasters for the Wing Liberty proof, the artisans at the Royal Mint set about to bring the design alive in dramatic high relief on this one-ounce silver proof. The results are spectacular! In fact, collectors will be thrilled to discover that the Winged Liberty Silver Proofs are among the highest relief proofs of this kind ever struck by the Royal Mint. NGC Certified and Mercanti Autographed Each 2016 Winged Liberty High Relief Silver Proof has been certified and graded by Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC), then sealed in an archival acrylic holder for display and preservation. In addition, each holder bears Mercanti's hand-signed autograph directly on the label. Extremely Limited Mintages The mintages for the 2016 Winged Liberty High Relief Silver Proof is extremely limited. Only 10,000 One-Ounce Silver Proofs are authorized. GovMint.com is honored to be named the official worldwide distributor for this historic first-ever Saint-Gaudens release.

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2017_ULTRA_CAMEO

stretrader99z — Wed, 22 Nov 2017 10:28:00 -0800

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2017_ULTRA_CAMEO

stretrader99z — Wed, 22 Nov 2017 10:28:00 -0800

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Sho, 1918-28

stretrader99z — Sun, 27 Aug 2017 13:07:23 -0700

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Description: Sho, 1918-28 : 15/52-16/2 (1918-28) Lion looking backward or upward s. LEGEND in fleurettes, R: sho-gang s. date, clouds (5); ±23.8-24.5mm, ±4.0-6.0gm, ; Y21a Mekyi = R: No dots in the five ornaments, O: big-mouthed backward-looking lion, "broken neck" form of the lower character rna in 9:00 fleurettes; Y21b Ser-khang = R: Dots in ornaments, O: smaller, thin-lipped upward-looking lion (but some varieties look backward); Y21c Dode = R center: sho / gang in two lines. Numeral forms and the angle of the lion's head create the most obvious subvarieties, but the rotation of outer legends vs. inner circle and the writing of sho-gang vary also. YZM has broken down the scarce Dode 15/56 issue by die. KM lists no-dot obv. as a variety, but they are more likely engraver errors.

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Effigymounds

stretrader99z — Thu, 17 Aug 2017 13:26:03 -0700

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Description: The Effigy Mounds National Monument 2017 Uncirculated Five Ounce Silver Coin is composed of 99.9 percent silver. The 2017 America the Beautiful Five Ounce Silver Uncirculated Coin™ – Effigy Mounds National Monument (Iowa) is the first release of 2017 in the America the Beautiful Quarters® Program. The reverse (tails) design depicts an aerial view of mounds in the Marching Bear Group. Inscriptions are “EFFIGY MOUNDS,” “IOWA,” “2017,” and “E PLURIBUS UNUM.” Effigy Mounds National Monument was first established as a national site in 1949. The park protects one of the largest remaining concentrations of ancient American Indian earthworks in the United States. It is considered a sacred landscape by members of many modern–day tribes whose ancestors once lived here. The majority of the mounds were constructed between one thousand and two thousand years ago — often to inter the dead, but sometimes for ceremonial purposes, or to tell important stories. The park is home to more than 200 mounds in a wide variety of forms, including more than 30 animal or bird–shaped “effigy” mounds for which the park is named. Often more than 100 feet long individually, many of these animal and bird shaped mounds are perched high atop rugged bluffs overlooking the adjacent Mississippi River. Aside from preserving these tangible links to an ancient and highly creative people, the park features outstanding views of the Mississippi River Valley, and hosts many of the native plant and animal communities that sustained people in this area for millennia. Acquired: USA Mint

Ozark National Scenic Riverways 2017 Uncirculated Five Ounce Silver Coin

stretrader99z — Sun, 06 Aug 2017 13:48:20 -0700

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Description: The Ozark National Scenic Riverways 2017 Uncirculated Five Ounce Silver Coin is composed of 99.9% silver. The 2017 America the Beautiful Five Ounce Silver Uncirculated Coin™ – Ozark National Scenic Riverways (Missouri) is the third release of 2017 in the America the Beautiful Quarters® Program. The reverse (tails) design depicts Alley Mill, a steel roller mill built in 1894. This merchant mill was used to convert wheat into flour. Much of the original milling equipment is still in place, and visitors can tour the mill. Inscriptions are “OZARK RIVERWAYS,” “MISSOURI,” “2017,” and “E PLURIBUS UNUM.” Ozark National Scenic Riverways was established in 1964 to protect 134 miles of the Current and Jacks Fork Rivers in the Ozark Highlands of southeastern Missouri. The park encompasses 80,785 acres of unique natural resources, including a world–class spring system that is unparalleled in North America, more than 400 caves, and other special geologic features. The rivers offer remarkably clean, clear water that is complemented by the breathtaking blue shade of the waters of the large springs. The spectacular natural beauty of the area attracts park visitors to participate in a variety of recreational opportunities, such as john boating, canoeing, swimming, and fishing. Hiking, hunting, and horseback riding are also enjoyed across the landscape. In addition to the unique natural features of the Ozarks, the National Park Service preserves the heritage and lifeways of the Ozark culture, which was heavily shaped by the remote and rugged landscape. The park manages 249 historic structures throughout the park and also preserves the history and remnants of prehistoric peoples who settled in the region during the past 12,000 years. Finish: Uncirculated Denomination: Quarter Composition: 99.9% Silver Weight: 5.000 troy oz. (155.517 grams) Diameter: 3.000 inches (76.20 mm) Edge: Lettered Mint and Mint Mark: Philadelphia – P Acquired: USA Mint

Ozark National Scenic Riverways 2017 Uncirculated Five Ounce Silver Coin

stretrader99z — Sun, 06 Aug 2017 13:48:20 -0700

225th Anniversary American Liberty Silver Medal

stretrader99z — Fri, 30 Jun 2017 18:46:27 -0700

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Description: 2017 marks the 225th anniversary of the U.S. Mint. To mark this momentous occasion we are proud to introduce the 2017 American Liberty 225th Anniversary Silver Medal™. This silver medal is the medal counterpart of our unique gold coin design representing a modern rendition of Liberty. Emblematic figures of liberty have graced US coins and medals since the founding of the United States Mint 225 years ago. Our newest Liberty features a modern rendition of this iconic figure and embodies the ideals of freedom and equality first set forth in our Declaration of Independence. The American Liberty 225th Anniversary Silver Medal is minted in 99.9% silver with a proof finish. Each silver medal is hand packaged in an exquisite, black matte finish presentation case and is accompanied by a companion booklet detailing the evolution of our Nation’s symbol. The obverse (heads) features a profile of Liberty wearing a crown of stars. Inscriptions are “LIBERTY,” “1792,” and “2017.” The reverse (tails) depicts a bold and powerful eagle in flight, with eyes toward opportunity and a determination to attain it. Inscription is “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.” Diameter: 1.598 inches (40.60 mm) (31.103 g) Edge: Plain Acquired: USA Mint

American Liberty 225th Anniversary Gold Coin

stretrader99z — Thu, 29 Jun 2017 15:56:22 -0700

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Description: 2017 marks the 225th anniversary of the United States Mint. To mark this momentous occasion, we are proud to introduce the 2017 American Liberty 225th Anniversary Gold Coin™ featuring a modern rendition of Lady Liberty. Emblematic figures of liberty have graced American coins since the founding of the United States Mint 225 years ago. Our newest Lady Liberty is a modern rendition of this iconic figure that embodies the ideals of freedom and equality first set forth in our Declaration of Independence. American Liberty 225th Anniversary Gold Coins are minted in 99.99% 24–karat gold, in high–relief, with raised edge lettering, and a proof finish. Each coin is hand packaged in an exquisite, black lacquered hardwood presentation case and is accompanied by a companion booklet detailing the evolution of our Nation’s symbol. The obverse (heads) features a profile of Liberty wearing a crown of stars. Inscriptions are “LIBERTY,” “1792,” “2017,” and “IN GOD WE TRUST.” The reverse (tails) depicts a bold and powerful eagle in flight, with eyes toward opportunity and a determination to attain it. Inscriptions are “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “E PLURIBUS UNUM,” “1 OZ.,” “.9999 FINE GOLD,” and “100 DOLLARS.” Denomination: $100.00 Finish: Proof Composition: 99.99% Gold Diameter: 1.205 inches (30.61 mm) Weight: 1.0000 troy oz. (31.108 grams) Edge: Lettered Mint: West Point Mint Mark: W Acquired: USA Mint

American Liberty 225th Anniversary Gold Coin

stretrader99z — Thu, 29 Jun 2017 15:56:22 -0700

Gordian III. AD 238-244

stretrader99z — Wed, 17 May 2017 13:20:14 -0700

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Description: PISIDIA, Antiochia. Gordian III. AD 238-244. Æ (32mm, 23.37 g, 7h). Laureate, draped, and cuirassed bust right / Two Nikai standing vis-à-vis, holding shield set on palm; flanking base, two seated captives. Krzyzanovska dies VII/25; SNG France 1236 (same dies). Good VF, brown and green patina. From the Douglas O. Rosenberg Collection. Ex Classical Numismatic Group Electronic Auction 270 (14 December 2011), lot 230 (since cleaned). Acquired: CNG 397, Lot: 339

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JUSTINIAN I

stretrader99z — Sun, 07 May 2017 17:09:19 -0700

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Description: JUSTINIAN I (527-565). Follis. Nicomedia. Dated RY 13 (539/40). Obv: D N IVSTINIANVS P P AVG. Helmeted and cuirassed bust facing, holding globus cruciger and shield decorated with horseman motif; cross to right. Rev: Large M; A/N/N/O - X/II/I across field, cross above, B below; NIK. Acquired: Numismatic Naumann, Auction 53 Lot 858 Sear 201. Condition: Good very fine. Weight: 23.32 g. Diameter: 42 mm.

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JUSTINIAN I

stretrader99z — Sun, 07 May 2017 17:09:19 -0700

Vespasian

stretrader99z — Thu, 17 Nov 2016 12:24:45 -0800

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Description: Vespasian. AD 69-79. Æ Dupondius (27mm, 11.90 g, 6h). Rome mint, for circulation in Syria. Struck AD 74. Laureate head right / Winged caduceus between crossed cornucopias. RIC II 756; RPC II 1982; McAlee 368. Near VF, brown patina, minor roughness on reverse. Acquired: CNG ESale 386 Lot: 533 Link: Thomas Bentley Cederlind. http://www.legacy.com/guestbooks/oregon/thomas-cederlind-condolences/177018317?cid=full From the estate of Thomas Bentley Cederlind.

Gordian III. AD 238-244

stretrader99z — Wed, 08 Apr 2015 19:33:15 -0700

Gordian III. AD 238-244

stretrader99z — Wed, 08 Apr 2015 19:33:15 -0700

Gordian III. AD 238-244

stretrader99z — Wed, 08 Apr 2015 19:33:15 -0700

Burnished Silver Eagle PCGS MS70

stretrader99z — Mon, 24 Mar 2014 13:37:37 -0700

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Description: 2011 W 1oz Burnished Silver Eagle PCGS MS70 John Mercanti Signed Label Acquired: USA Mint

stretrader99z — Mon, 24 Mar 2014 13:37:37 -0700

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Description: 2011 W 1oz Burnished Silver Eagle PCGS MS70 John Mercanti Signed Label

Burnished Silver Eagle PCGS MS70

stretrader99z — Mon, 24 Mar 2014 13:37:37 -0700

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Description: 2011 W 1oz Burnished Silver Eagle PCGS MS70 John Mercanti Signed Label

stretrader99z — Fri, 14 Mar 2014 13:37:52 -0700

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GORDON III

stretrader99z — Tue, 03 Dec 2013 11:58:00 -0800

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Description: GORDIAN III AR Tetradrachm (11.25 gm) Antioch, 238-244 A.D. Radiate, draped and cuirassed bust of Gordian III, l. / Eagle. Prieur 286. Acquired: Antiqua Catalogue XVII,page 24,#117. Rare. Lustrous.

GORDON III

stretrader99z — Tue, 03 Dec 2013 11:45:53 -0800

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Description: GORDIAN III AR Tetradrachm (11.25 gm) Antioch, 238-244 A.D. Radiate, draped and cuirassed bust of Gordian III, l. / Eagle. Prieur 286. Rare. Lustrous. Extremely Fine Acquired: Antigua, Catologe XVII,page 24,lot 117.

SICILY SYRACUSE-Head of Arethusa

stretrader99z — Sat, 30 Nov 2013 11:18:15 -0800

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Description: AR Tetradrachm c.480/78-475 B.C. Slow quadriga?Head of Arethusa wearing pearl diadem,four dolphins around

SICILY SYRACUSE-Head of Arethusa

stretrader99z — Sat, 30 Nov 2013 11:18:15 -0800

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Description: AR Tetradrachm c.480/78-475 B.C. Slow quadriga?Head of Arethusa wearing pearl diadem,four dolphins around

ANTIGONUS GONATAS

stretrader99z — Tue, 01 Oct 2013 12:10:33 -0700

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Description: MACEDONIAN KINGDOM, ANTIGONUS GONATAS AR Tetradrachm (17.22 gm) 277-239 B.C. Head of Pan in center of Macedonian shield / Athena standing l. Price, Pl. XII, 79. Ex Schley Collection, c. 1900. Acquired: Antiqua Ltd. Catalog XVII,Page 5 #22 Wikipedia link:ANTIGONUS GONATAS http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Antigonus_Gonatas

stretrader99z — Wed, 22 May 2013 10:00:00 -0700

BAALTARS

stretrader99z — Sun, 02 Dec 2012 12:57:49 -0800

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Description: VIRTUALLY AS STRUCK.. AR STATER 10.80 g CILICIA, Tarsos. Mazaios. Satrap of Cilicia, 361/0-334 BC. AR Stater (23mm, 10.81 g, 1h). Baaltars seated left, his torso facing, holding scepter in left hand, and in right, grain ear and grape bunch on vine upon which an eagle sits right; TR in Aramaic to lower left, B’LTRZ in Aramaic to right, M in Aramaic below throne / Lion attacking bull left; MZDI (in Aramaic) above, monogram below. Casabonne Series 2, Group C; SNG BN –; SNG Levante 106 (same dies); SNG Ashmolean –; SNG von Aulock –. Superb FDC. Aquired :Leu 83

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BAALTARS

stretrader99z — Sun, 02 Dec 2012 12:57:49 -0800

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ATTICA ATHENS

stretrader99z — Sat, 17 Nov 2012 10:55:48 -0800

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Description: AR Tetradrachm (16.91gm) 25mm 449-413 BC Helmeted Bust of Athena/ Owl Aquired: Calgary Coins

ATTICA ATHENS

stretrader99z — Sat, 17 Nov 2012 10:55:48 -0800

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Description: AR Tetradrachm (16.91gm) 25mm 449-413 BC Helmeted Bust of Athena/ Owl Aquired: Calgary Coins

ATTICA ATHENS

stretrader99z — Sat, 17 Nov 2012 10:55:48 -0800

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Description: AR Tetradrachm (16.91gm) 25mm 449-413 BC Helmeted Bust of Athena/ Owl Aquired: Calgary Coins