Historical Context: This coin was minted in late Medieval Austria. Obv: Double Barred Cross, Rev: Coat of Arms,Condition: "Good" condition. Size: about 13 mm diameter  More »

Historical Context: This coin was minted in late Medieval Austria. Obv: Double Barred Cross, Rev: Coat of Arms,Condition: "Good" condition. Size: about 13 mm diameter (almost the 3/4ths size of a US dime but thinner).   « Less

Obv: Philip II as Zeus Rev: Jockey riding horse, Commemorating his OLYMPIC VICTORY !! Diameter: 24 mm diameter (about the size of a US Quarter and twice as thick) Weight:  More »

Obv: Philip II as Zeus Rev: Jockey riding horse, Commemorating his OLYMPIC VICTORY !! Diameter: 24 mm diameter (about the size of a US Quarter and twice as thick) Weight: 11.8 grams Condition: about Fine   « Less

Historical Context: These coins were minted in Burgundy, France, during the reign of Hugh V, 1305-1315 AD. He was the son of Robert II, Duke of Burgundy and Agnes Capet  More »

Historical Context: These coins were minted in Burgundy, France, during the reign of Hugh V, 1305-1315 AD. He was the son of Robert II, Duke of Burgundy and Agnes Capet (daughter of Louis IX of France). He became the Duke of Burgundy in 1305 AD. His parents had 9 children and Hugues was the second son (his older brother died 1283). Hughes was born 1282 in Of and died 9 May 1315 in Argilly. He married Catherine de Valois (born 1275) on March 24, 1302. This coin is a BILLON (silver and bronze alloy) Denier. It measures about 18 mm diameter (about the size of a US Penny but about 1/3 as thick). Obv: Quarter anchor cross, Legend,Rev: Cross, Legend,Diameter: 18 mm diameter (about the size of a US Penny but 1/3 as thick),Condition: Good to about Fine,The purchase price is for one of these coins selected randomly.   « Less

Historical Context: This coin was minted by the ROMAION (Byzantine) EMPIRE (Remnants of the ROMAN EMPIRE) during the reign of Phocas minted about 602 to 610 AD. The big  More »

Historical Context: This coin was minted by the ROMAION (Byzantine) EMPIRE (Remnants of the ROMAN EMPIRE) during the reign of Phocas minted about 602 to 610 AD. The big "XX" specifies the coin's denomination. The Romaion Empire rose from the remnants of the ROMAN EMPIRE and based on its founding on EARLY CHRISTIANITY in CONSTANOPLE by Constantine the Great (around 320 AD). Attribution: The obverse (front) of this coin is Phocas wearing a crown. The reverse is the big "M" and the dating as described above. This coin is in "about Fine" condition. The strike is strong on both sides. This coin is BRONZE measuring about 23 mm diameter (slightly larger than a US nickel).   « Less

Obv: Persephone Rev: Hero Ajax advancing right, nude but for crested Corinthian helmet, holding dagger and shield Weight: 2.6 grams Diameter: 15 mm diameter (slightly  More »

Obv: Persephone Rev: Hero Ajax advancing right, nude but for crested Corinthian helmet, holding dagger and shield Weight: 2.6 grams Diameter: 15 mm diameter (slightly smaller than a US Dime and almost twice as thick) Condition: Fine plus   « Less

Historical Context: This coin was minted in SYRACUSE during the 4th century BC. Sicily is located off the southern tip of mainland Italy in the Mediterranean Sea .  More »

Historical Context: This coin was minted in SYRACUSE during the 4th century BC. Sicily is located off the southern tip of mainland Italy in the Mediterranean Sea . Syracuse is on the Eastern Shore of Silicy. Due to its geographical location, it was an important commerical maritime and military port. Many (Most) Ancient Coin collectors consider coins of Sicily during this period as the most beautiful of all ancient coins. Obv: Slow Biga, Nike above Rev: Arethusa, Dolphins around Diameter: 24 mm diameter (about the size of a US Quarter but 3 times as thick) Condition: Fine.   « Less

Historical Context: This coin was minted by the ROMAION (Byzantine) EMPIRE (Remnants of the ROMAN EMPIRE) during the reign of Maurice Tiberius minted about 582 to 602 AD.  More »

Historical Context: This coin was minted by the ROMAION (Byzantine) EMPIRE (Remnants of the ROMAN EMPIRE) during the reign of Maurice Tiberius minted about 582 to 602 AD. The big "M" specifies the coin's denomination. It refers to the Greek equivalent of 40, indicating this is a follis equal to 40 Nummia. The Romaion Empire rose from the remnants of the ROMAN EMPIRE and based on its founding on EARLY CHRISTIANITY in CONSTANOPLE by Constantine the Great (around 320 AD). Obv: King facing Rev: Large "M" and legend, The "M" specifies the coin's denomination. It refers to the Greek equivalent of 40, indicating this is a follis equal to 40 Nummia. Above the "M" is a Christian cross. On left "ANNO," meaning year and the year of their reign on right "XII," Year 12. Diameter: 28 mm (almost the size of a US $.50). Condition: Fine.   « Less

Historical Context: This coin was minted in HUNGARY during the 1500’s. These are the first coins of Hungary to portray the famous Madonna and Christ Child which  More »

Historical Context: This coin was minted in HUNGARY during the 1500’s. These are the first coins of Hungary to portray the famous Madonna and Christ Child which became a signiture type for Hungary. Although constantly at war with Turkey, Hungary was prosperous and maintained good silver coinage throughout. The motif reflects Hungary’s strong ties with the Christian church. The obverse (front) of this coin is MADONNA and the CHRIST CHILD. The reverse is a COAT of ARMS. Attribution: Silver Denier, 1557 AD, Europe: This coin is in "Very Fine plus" condition and has good detail (much better than photos shows). The strike is strong on both sides. This coin has excellent coloring, nice even toning. This coin is a SILVER Denier measuring about 15mm diameter (about the diameter of a US dime but ½ as thick).   « Less

Attribution: Silver Denier, 1548 AD, Europe: This coin is in "Very Fine plus" condition and has good detail (much better than photos shows). The strike is strong on both  More »

Attribution: Silver Denier, 1548 AD, Europe: This coin is in "Very Fine plus" condition and has good detail (much better than photos shows). The strike is strong on both sides. This coin has excellent coloring, nice even toning. This coin is a SILVER Denier measuring about 15mm diameter (about the diameter of a US dime but ½ as thick).   « Less

Attribution: Silver Denier, 1556 AD, Europe: This coin is in "Very Fine plus" condition and has good detail (much better than photos shows). The strike is strong on both  More »

Attribution: Silver Denier, 1556 AD, Europe: This coin is in "Very Fine plus" condition and has good detail (much better than photos shows). The strike is strong on both sides. This coin has excellent coloring, nice even toning. This coin is a SILVER Denier measuring about 15mm diameter (about the diameter of a US dime but ½ as thick).   « Less