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

Aethelred · May 26, 2015 11:19AM

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 · May 26, 2015 11:20AM

Open Sesame!

Aethelred · May 26, 2015 11:21AM

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

Aethelred · May 26, 2015 11:23AM

I tore the mailer open and....

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

Aethelred · May 26, 2015 11:26AM

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 · May 26, 2015 12:38PM

very nice

I like opening your mail with you

nicholasz219 · May 26, 2015 7:31PM

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.

TIF2 · May 26, 2015 8:53PM

Aethelred · May 26, 2015 9:11PM

<< <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 · May 26, 2015 11:56PM

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

asheland · May 27, 2015 12:07AM

Awesome coin!

I need to visit the library and have a viewing!

santelia · May 27, 2015 2:03AM

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 · May 27, 2015 2:04AM

Nice coin, too!

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

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