A Golden coin from the Roman Golden age, spectacular! And its a really interesting piece, as you mentioned, that shows us the famous philosopher emperor before he was emperor, without his famous beard. However, he was already considered by many to display the qualities of a good emperor, with some sources citing "He was a young man, but displayed a serious and composed attitude that greatly dignified him."

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Thank you sir! You know I've been lurking on your channel to learn for quite a while now. Appreciate your help!

@ferrousbueller9566

Жыл бұрын

Wow huge fan of both of you!! 😅 thanks for the great content

Its official, you have entered the realm of coin collecting nutdom. You are so far above bullion and numismatics. This is fine art, significance.

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Quick swim in the deep end. 😄

@Carman-2012

Жыл бұрын

He hasn't even scratched the surface of numismatics!! Don't get me wrong that's cool but it can get silly fast

Dude, that coin is awesome! omg! I'm also into Roman history and civilization. Enjoy that coin, that's a collectable you keep in the family forever .

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

I find it amazing that something so old can still look so good. Gold is really a wonderous element. Just imagine who owned this before. I like collecting old Sovereigns because of the history.

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely!

Awesome coin! The occasional historical gold purchase keeps things interesting. Definitely jealous of that one!

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Hoping to keep it _very_ occasional. 😄 Cheers!

Love that comment "This is the internet, let other people judge" that is so on the mark.

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

😂

Discovered Classical Numismatics about a year ago and you about a month ago. World's colliding and I'm here for it!! Great video

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Ha! Classical Numismatics is so good.

Just the fact that you were so excited to get this coin tells me that it was not a mistake to buy it. You will cherish this always. I can hear Marcus Aurelius all the way to here in West Virginia, crying out to be released from his imprisonment in the plastic slab…

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Ha! It's like a tiny voice calling for help. 😂

Very cool thinking about the history with this. Thinking of all the people who could have held this coin !!

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, the history aspect is profoundly interesting. Cheers!

@DB2A7

Жыл бұрын

Exactly this. To think where that coin has been, who held it and the stories it could tell.

Congratulations on the purchase. I have the husband and wife aurei of Antoninus Pius and Faustina the Elder. Studying their history and what they stood for was and still is, fascinating. Each piece is history and art and value in a super compact form that you can carry in your pocket. Just remember not to drop it in a vending machine! 😊

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Very cool!

Absolutely excellent! Looks amazing considering how many hands it’s passed through. I love history in general but the golden age of the Roman Empire is particularly interesting. I’m really happy for you! Classical Numismatics is a great channel! Cheers!

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Michael!

CNG is the best for me. i love the thick high resolution Auction catalogs they send out.

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

They've had a lot of great stuff over the past year. Cheers!

When one has gorged on enough common bullion, one begins to look for the next hit, the next conquest. So begins the brave, rich new world of numismatics.......

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Ha!

" I don't even know all the things I don't know" ya me neither buddy.😅😂 Thank you for the video.

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Ha!

I’ve been devouring your videos and have yet to buy any precious metals but just the other day I was thinking I would love to own a Roman or Ancient Greece coin! 🤯 I was lucky enough to travel around Italy and Greece for a few months in a camper van and visited so many ancient sites and learnt so much that I thought it would be cool to have a coin from such times! You’ve got a beauty there and I would love to see how you eventually display it! ☺️✌️

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Traveling that area for a few months would be fantastic. I hope to be able to get there in the future. Cheers!

@aztecgold8997

Жыл бұрын

My favorite are the Spanish dubluns...and pirate gold

It's so hard to choose when It comes to ancient coins

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Agreed. I tried to be pretty specific. I only found three options I was interested in over 12 months.

I also collect ancients and I too have a NGC MS Athenian tet! I'm one of the eight guys angry you busted it out of the slab lol! But seriously, it will be much easier to sell if you keep it in the slab, at least keep the slab to document it's grade. My last purchase was an Antoninus pius denarius. Enjoy your coins!!

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

I keep the busted slabs. Some day I'll probably send them back in. Cheers!

@hojosilver205

Жыл бұрын

If I’m gonna buy something historic and cool, I want to enjoy it to its fullest.

@Therese-1001

Жыл бұрын

He’s not selling that one!

Very cool. Good job!!❤

Yes please more on the topic!

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

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Worth it! Really cool to finally get something you’ve been wanting.

I could hear the eccitement in your voice. That is so cool because I'm into ancient Rome as well. I hope one day I can get something like that. I really like old Egytian stuff as well but I never see that stuff. Once again, congrats

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Awesome work 👏...If it adds to your enjoyment, it's well spent money. Congrats 👏

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Epic! To wonder at the hands that’s passed through. Was watching a dectectorist discover a few George III guineas the other day which sparked a curiosity in older gold coins. Fascinating stuff, thanks. 👋

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

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I bought some nice (slabbed) ancient Roman bronze coins from Constantinople and gave them to several family members for Christmas. They were very special but, you're right, doesn't really light everyone's fire.

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Very cool!

I'm a huge Roman history fan so this is awesome to see lol I hope to have some Roman gold myself one day, thanks for sharing 💪

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

This video probably needs a WARNING label, but it's a cool category for sure. Cheers!

@InappropriateShorts

Жыл бұрын

SPQR

I can see both sides to grading , and have started grading myself ... you can see a PF70 holds a lot more value ... but also , it's nice to hold the yellow stuff as well ... can't wait to see the case you've got for it .. and the hammer to set it free ... You also have to remember capsules/slabs are a modern thing ... a lot of older collections are still in wooden display cabinets ...

@HowDidIDie_

Жыл бұрын

You can definitely see the value of PF70 gold

You’re ahead of all of us related to “art pieces “ in coinage.

Beautiful coin man, great video.

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@Beachbumartist

Жыл бұрын

@@2is1gold Yeah great channel man as I have been watching your channel for years. I haven't made a vid for a couple of years but I stack alot still. I got about 140 vids on my channel. Thanks man. I just bought 10 1 oz gold Krugerrands, maybe I'll make a vid on them.

Geat presentation! Congratulations! Amazing coin!

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Excellent selection 007! Never a mistake exploring Roman coins! I learned from collecting Roman coins that they killed each other off every 5 years lol Another great journey in your selection!

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

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I like your content and presentation. I was into stoicism a while back, Epictetus, VAdm. Stockdale, etc... to cope with multiple combat tours. Until I read the gospel of Mark, then John. Romans was the highest ascent, yet the deepest letter in all of mankind and the earth. There's no going back. I know the king now--personally. 🙌👑

Hey! An aureus is an aureus is an aureus. Kudos on finding what you wanted! Love it.

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

that coin is awesome! great buy regardless of metal content. i've read a little marcus' quotes. really interesting stuff.

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

'Meditations' is an odd read unless you realize it was his journal and was never meant to be published. That changed it for me. Cheers!

I have what people would say quit a few of bullion gold coins, but I would really like a Roman gold coin. I just cannot justify buying one at this stage of my life, but if I was younger and have the money I have now I would buy one. I applaud you for buying a coin you really wanted I think I know the feeling of having a coin that was in use during the times you speak of it makes your mind wonder. Enjoy 2 is 1

I know some people in the stacking community don't like used coins. I'm not one of them though. I find former circulation coins interesting and in many cases beautiful or at least interesting. I know that makes me a collector but I see noting wrong with that. As to cracking it out I wouldn't do it, but who cares what anyone else thinks; you should do what makes you happy with your coins. Thanks for sharing it with us!

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Cheers!

That is truly a find! I have been looking to pull the trigger on an Aureus for a while but haven't had the guts. You may have just convinced me. Enjoy!

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

I was on the fence for quite a while!

Beautiful coin! I have a collection of imperial Roman coinage, nothing like this though. Fantastic piece

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Absolutely gorgeous coin. Congratulations. Thank you for sharing.

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Don't know much at all about ancient coins but I'm interested. Maybe you could make a video outlining the things you learned about old coins when doing your research...

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

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I see ancients at coin shows..the detail on that one is stunning! Well worth your patience finding that one.👍

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

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That is a super cool pick up! Wow, just the age and history alone. Enjoy and can't wait to see what you do with it : )

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

I’m definitely excited about it. Also anxious to bust it out, but I’m waiting until a case shows up. I don’t have a great idea at to store it yet. Cheers!

that's not hard to resell very nice your foray into this is more evidence this field is catching on with new people especially in the ngc slabs

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

CRACK IT OUT CRACK IT OUT!!! $5000 props are fantastic! Video budget is increasing with our debt ceiling, a good bean counter can find a way to write it off. Cheers🥃

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Ha! Yes, the backdrop is getting expensive! 😂

Interesting coin and topic. Regarding busting it out - Do you what you want, it's YOURS. Worst comes to worst you can pay to have it reslabbed.

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Having it reslabbed is definitely an option. Cheers!

Oh man, I'm a big fan of the stoics and Aurelius in particular. I've read Meditations more than a few times and now I feel like I need one of these...which of course is making me feel like I learned nothing from reading Meditations 😕

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Ha, yes! “Receive without pride, let go without attachment.” ~ Marcus Aurelius

Nice pick up !! Buy what you like, that's what I do 🤙🏽

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

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OMG perfect, a Stoic Caeser too. Perfect!!! Hell, you also got a Gladiator movie star also. Envious, envious, envious - good for you. A family heirloom for sure!

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Now I just need a Commodus! 😄

Nice thoughtful presentation

I get the historical aspect. It’s like a feeling of holding history in your hands. I feel the same when handling junk silver. Makes you wonder where all it’s been.

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

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@edb3877

Жыл бұрын

Agreed. I feel the same when handling and looking at my Morgan dollars, especially the 1879-1889 coins. I'm a fan of books, documentaries, movies and TV shows about the old west and the Morgans were a part of that time and place. The fun part there for me is that my entire Morgan collection cost about the same as the gold aureus in this video. lol

@Therese-1001

Жыл бұрын

I feel like that with my Mercury dimes!🥰

Fun video no negativity about current events love it

@ClassicalNumismatics

Жыл бұрын

Our collections seem to be a nice little refuge in these awful times.

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

It's too bad that doom gets so much attention. Cheers!

Would love to see an episode about your Easton Press book collection, they look Great.

@HowDidIDie_

Жыл бұрын

I agree! Of an Easton press book collection would be nice to see

Fascinating stuff! I like the fact that you want to break it out so you can hold it. That will add to its personal value for you I'm sure.

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely. I just need a place/case to put it in before I do. I'm afraid I'd damage it. Cheers!

I have a feeling there will be far more love than hate for this around here

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

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@ClassicalNumismatics

Жыл бұрын

Who wouldnt love ancient coins?? :)

A dream coin. So amazing. Marcus Aurelius is one of my few heroes.

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, I'm a fan too. Cheers!

Great pick…I enjoy ancients as well…..Bronze and Silver budget

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

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They say one image that appears on coins throughout ancient history, is Homer Simpson

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Ha, the legend continues!

Don’t do it ! Too many fakes - need authentication.

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Maybe. I can always send them back in later, though.

@fldallyb

Жыл бұрын

@@2is1gold I agree with you. Bust it out, touch it and enjoy it and when you’re ready to sell it if you ever want to sell it instead of passing it down, send it back in and have it re-graded. You have the total peace of mind knowing you have a legit coin.

@linneisenhower2571

Жыл бұрын

@@2is1gold And what if the next grader decides your coin is counterfeit ? You evidently trust the consistency of grading companies more than I do. For me, a bird in the hand …

Bucket list win all the way! I bet you're ready to unslab it and hold that piece of history in your hand - congrats on the cool purchase and nice video topic.

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Definitely am. Cheers!

Interesting… hell yes! It’s funny where this hobby takes you. Holding a coin in your hands from that period of time is amazing in itself.

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely!

Gorgeous coin, and this is exactly what I have been doing. (Why limit the joy of gold 20 or 25 different bullion options, when historic gold gives us endless options!) I still can't fathom why you feel the need to crack everything out, but I am loving this pickup! Congrats!

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

I can always send them back in. Cheers!

Really beautiful coin ans piece of history.

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

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Breaking it out! WHAT A BOSS. Love it

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

😅🤜🤛

Like Pre-33 gold, this Roman era is so much cooler and rarer than typical bullion.I say buy it smartly and enjoy it.💪👍

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

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Dont make me go down this rabbit hole LOL!!! I really like your Athenian silver coin also.

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Ha! Don't get too close to the edge. It's slippery!

Love your videos ❤

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Great video brother dew it buy the Roman gold 🥃🥃🥃

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Nate!! 🥃

Speaking of stoicism and Marcus Aurelius, have you seen Philosophy Tubes recent video on Stoicism?

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

I wasn't aware of them. I'll look. Thanks!

It would be worth the cost just to hold that much history in my hands! I am impressed you have the opportunity to do so when the mood strikes you. Stay blessed 2is1.

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

The mood struck me years ago - it took a while to take care of it! 😄

@edb3877

Жыл бұрын

@@2is1gold Patience is a virtue, especially when fishing and stacking. 😉

I absolutely love Roman history and I always wanted to own a denarius or an aurius from my fav emperors (Pertinax, Diocletian or Aurelian) but Ive never trusted any sites to know they were real sadly.

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

It's a complicated category, but there are a lot of resources out there to help.

@InappropriateShorts

Жыл бұрын

It’s verified to be gold created in the “pre earth” era

I bought a one ounce Scrooge McDuck gold coin from APMEX last year and love it! A Scrooge McDuck would look great next to your Marcus Aurelius. On a different note, I cringed seeing that coin cracked out of the slab. At some point you or your sons or whoever will eventually sell it. Expensive numismatics need to be certified. Busting that gold coin out leaves money on the table. No guarantee you'll get that grade back.

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Ha, Scrooge is for the real collectors! I'm just a tourist. 😄

Ha! It’s the biblical coins bug that’s bitten me 😂😂😂

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Dangerous!

@InappropriateShorts

Жыл бұрын

Kanye says he’s gonna be in the new bible. Some people are long on his coins.

Definitely should display it

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

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Wow man that one and the silver owl are really cool I have to give you props on that in my personal opinion that's more like prestige precious metals than it is just your everyday common precious metal of gold and silver. You know man we are funny creatures we will put value on something so tiny and small and never think that the price of it will ever go so high what we set it for. And I'll honestly I think that's just an ego we settle for and I think if we do that it shows the flaw of our thinking in what we value. I say this cuz I remember watching salivate metal video on the gold shell coins that was stolen from a museum that was worth so much money. And now it's all gone probably in the hands of some private owner who is a criminal some kind or it's melted and now sold as bars on the black market. I mention this because I think of Marcus Aurelius and all the ancestors in our past who probably think we are a bit crazy for spending so much for a little amount of gold. I think it might be a sign of the times of our country coming to a financial end. Honestly I think it's a prestige to have such precious metal as a luxury if whatever reason you get a lot more of those particular coins I hope you sell it to a museum and get your money's worth. That being said I want to say thank you for your time and sharing with us this video it makes me think about precious metals in a way that might be more of a warning not to get too carried away but to be practical. Well if you die you can always have it buried with you lol.😏🪙⚰️🪦

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

There’s always a warning that goes along the high premium options. The intrinsic value on this would be pretty low. It’s still worth it to me, though. Cheers!

I very much want one historic piece. I’m just getting into stacking though so it’s a future bucket list item for me.

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, they require a lot of research. I'm still green and I've been reading up for a few years. Cheers!

congrats my man and happy upcoming fathers day.

Can’t wait for the break out video!

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

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This Roman purchases is better than just buying a buffalo or eagle as it’s something you really wanted. Did you pay a perceived crazy premium over spot for less than 7 g of gold? The answer is :Maybe You’ll never know if it was a “good buy” or a a “bad buy” till the time you sell something. But in the meantime you got your hands on a true piece of history and are able to appreciate / enjoy all your hard work it took to make this purchase possible, and that is never a bad idea.

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

It's definitely an artifact in the stack. Fun to have. Cheers!

I don’t consider spot much when I’m buying the older stuff. What gets me is imagining the story behind that piece that got it into my hands.

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Same. But, man, this one cost a lot for the imagination factor. 😄

@zandersohn4283

Жыл бұрын

I think it’s just gonna continue to gain value

I think when spot is really high that’s the time to buy the numismatic and semi numismatic pieces. Well done and great coin. Good way to hedge your buys with coins that have downside protection.

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Not buying bullion at my typical clip definitely made this purchase easier. Cheers!

I would like to get something like these but I have some concern. If gold doesn’t react to anything then how does a cold coin stamped 1800 years ago differ from one stamped today? This is an exciting direction to go in. Congratulations on the purchase!

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Not a mistake. People spend $5k on computers they know will be obsolete in a few years. That coin has had value for a couple thousand years

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Great point.

@ClassicalNumismatics

Жыл бұрын

And its a pretty safe bet it will continue having value in a couple thousand years down the line.

Beautiful coin, they have an epic coin display at the Parthenon and so cool to be able to see them [ 6" away]. Amazing how that lasted so long and looks so good

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, I'd like to see it!

@redwoodbullion8626

Жыл бұрын

@@2is1gold Its awesome for people like us who love history and coins.

@edb3877

Жыл бұрын

Paraphrasing Yoda: 'When 1800 years old you are, not so good will you look!' 🤣

Anything that old in gold, is badass 😎

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

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That coin might be a good one to stay in a slab. Tough call. You can always get it graded again. Way cool gold coin btw. I'm considering Roman silver myself. If you enjoy ancient civilizations look up the findings about geo-polimers.

Just imagine who may have held on to that coin over the last 1800 years.

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Exactly. Triggers the imagination. Cheers!

Very nice! I've always had a penchant for Roman coins and being a sad case I spend many hours hunting in the freezing cold and rain for them in my local area with my metal detector, so far I've only found Roman silver but one day. .. I some what follow the prices of historical coins and although they will always hold a certain value there seems to be times when certain era coins are very en vogue and command great proces and then its onto another era, almost like fashion trends. Maybe these trends are set by certain large coin collectors popping their head above the parapit spending big money and getting everyone else going I'm just not sure. I guess 3k-ish years of coins can't all be the most desirable all at once.

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

It could have something to do with hoards being found. That brings the price down initially, but it spikes the attention for certain coins. Cheers, and good luck with your metal detecting!

@rjim1

Жыл бұрын

@@777trader8 I think you pretty much nailed it there! 👍

I have a pretty large ancient collection. Mostly Roman silver & gold, and a couple greek pieces. Not for stacking, itss the "fun" stuff for me. I don't get excited for Morgans or Peace dollars. If I want historic pieces I'll go with ancients.

They say buy what you like.

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

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Nice acquisition.

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

You’re killing me Smalls 🙉 with your threats of breaking it out of it plastic prison. Say it ain’t so 🤔 Besides that I completely dig it 👍👍

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Ha! 😂

I have a Nero aureus. One of my best coins by far

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Nice!

I recently won a raffle of a $2.5 Gold Indian. I had been looking for awhile. Granted it’s not a valuable coin especially with the “cleaned” grade. But $50 for it I was happy to get one at the price.

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Nice!

I love the ancient gold coins! Really ANY pre-1933 gold coins or ANY kind of pure solid gold anything!!!!

It’s worth it for that beautiful slab alone. (Now put the hammer away!)

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Ha! ⚒️🚀

When spot prices are high I switch to premium collector pieces, just purchased a 23 swan. I think it is also interesting the 23 swan , kangaroo and lunar rabbit all seem to be looking over their shoulder in suspicion or alarm! 💪😎👍🇺🇸💰🙏

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Ha!

Very nice! It’s fine to stack for weight or to purchase numismatic for investment. However the best purchase is often the one just for the pleasure of having such a unique piece of antiquity. Marcus Aurelius was arguably the most successful emperor Rome had ever seen.

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

A lot of his writings are still relevant. Too bad he introduced the world to Commodus as well. 😄

My bucket list coins are "wtc gold" and "Central America" ship wreck gold.

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

More rabbit holes!

@dannymarlin9150

Жыл бұрын

S.S Central America Gold $20 Double Eagle is also on my wish list!

WOW DUDE THAT'S A GORGEOUS RARE COIN😮😮😮❤❤❤❤

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

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I buy selected ancients, it's in my name and allegedly in the content I stalled out on and haven't made more of in months. I think my perspective is, it's always going to be of interest to somebody if I had to sell them, and in the meantime, I feel really cool owning things from the dawn of civilizations.

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, this one is like art. I more custodian than owner. Cheers!

@HistoricMetals

Жыл бұрын

@@2is1gold lol just replied to someone else's reply - deleted that nonsense - anyway, its gorgeous. Wonder who the last guy to hold it in roman contemporary times was....

Constantine the great coins are so cool you should get one of those because Lord knows I can't afford one lol

@2is1gold

Жыл бұрын

Ha!