Would you like to open another package with me (This one is Roman)?

Aethelred

My latest win from CNG arrived today. It is supposed to be a Roman Denarius from 58 BC. The coin came from an old collection and has been off the market for at least 109 years and more likely was last sold 120-140 years ago. Before I open it I am hoping there will be something like a card, ticket et cetera that ties it to the previous owner.

Zohar

Open Sesame!

Aethelred

Okay, lets get the pocket knife out and cut this package open.

Aethelred

I tore the mailer open and....

bummer, nothing from the previous owner who died in 1906.

Aethelred

Setting aside my disappointment that there are no cards, notes or invoices from Mr. Pasha, I am very happy with the coin.

It looks better and sharper than the CNG photos suggested and looks much better than my crappy photos (below):

NiceCurrency

very nice

I like opening your mail with you

nicholasz219

Fun stuff, Aethelred. Yeah that is a bummer that there was no old ticket or anything. Maybe ask CNG if they have it? Can't hurt.

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Aethelred

<< <i>Fun stuff, Aethelred. Yeah that is a bummer that there was no old ticket or anything. Maybe ask CNG if they have it? Can't hurt. >>



That is a good idea, i think I will call them today.

bronzemat

I was gonna suggest the same thing about calling them. Great coin though.

asheland

Awesome coin!
I need to visit the library and have a viewing!

santelia

I have some relatively common coins in my collection that I don't dare put into new 2x2's; as they have handwriting from a famous, and very nice, collector that has passed away.

santelia

Nice coin, too!