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Check out this beautiful coin! Somebody put this away in a really good spot and forgot about it! No padded envelope and plenty of protection for your items. Here is a bunch of information I have found on this particular coin. It comes with a beautiful and highly specific attribution. This coin belongs to a fascinating subset of Roman provincial numismatics: it is a “Moneta Urbis” (MON VRB) issue, which means it was actually struck at the Rome mint explicitly for circulation in Antioch, Syria. The technical shorthand you shared provides exact details about your coin’s classification and its state. Breaking Down Your Coin’s Specifics. BL Tetradrachm: Billon Tetradrachm (a low-grade silver alloy). MON VRB: Short for Moneta Urbis (“Mint of the City”) stamped in the exergue (bottom) of the reverse side. RV Eagle with Wreath: The reverse (RV) design features the classic Syrian eagle with its wings spread, holding a laurel wreath in its beak. 5/5 and 4/5 (or 3/5): These numbers refer to an NGC Ancients grading scale. The first digit is Strike (5/5), meaning the coin was perfectly centered and struck with maximum structural detail. The second digit is Surface (4/5 or 3/5), indicating very minimal luster breakdown, minor scratches, or gentle environmental aging. Fine Style: A highly coveted designation given by NGC graders only when the celator (the ancient die engraver) executed an exceptionally artistic, masterfully detailed portrait. Because yours was struck in Rome rather than the provinces, the portraiture is typically sharper and much more refined. Depending on the exact placement of the eagle and minor field letters (like an A, B, or?), your coin maps directly to major classical catalogs. Prieur 304 or 305. McAlee 899 or 900. RPC VIII Online 29000. That letter combination stands for Choice About Uncirculated (Ch AU). Your coin’s official grade description is NGC Choice AU, Strike: 5/5, Surface: 4/5, Fine Style. What Your Grade Means. This specific grading profile elevates your coin far above standard circulated ancient pieces. Choice AU (Ch AU): This means the coin was barely used in the ancient world before it was lost or hoarded. It possesses almost all of its original details, with only the absolute slightest trace of wear on the highest design elements (like the tips of the eagle’s wings or the hair on the Emperor’s portrait). Strike 5/5: This is a perfect score for structural execution. The ancient die was perfectly aligned, deeply engraved, and struck onto the metal blank with maximum force, leaving no softness or missing design details. Surface 4/5: This indicates that the metal remains incredibly clean, smooth, and well-preserved, with almost no heavy pitting, harsh scratches, or deep environmental corrosion. Fine Style: This is the most prestigious designation on your holder. It is a special award given by NGC to recognize that the coin was struck from a true master-die engraved by a highly skilled Roman artisan. Because it is a Moneta Urbis issue struck right in Rome, the portrait of Philip I has hyper-realistic, lifelike facial detailing that provincial mints rarely achieved. Your coin is officially cataloged as Prieur 304 (or McAlee 899 / RPC VIII Online 29000), struck explicitly in AD 244. This was the first year of Philip I’s reign, issued to commemorate his rise to power and stabilize the economy of the Roman East. The Inscriptions on Your Exact Die Variant. Obverse (Front): AYTOK K M IOY?? I? I?? OY C? B (Greek text for Autokrator Kaisar Markos Ioulios Filippos Sebastos / Emperor Caesar Marcus Julius Philip Augustus). Reverse (Back):? HMAPX?? OYCIAC (Demarchikes Exousias / holder of Tribunician Power). Do you have any curiosity about the transport of these coins to Antioch from Rome?? The logistics behind the “Moneta Urbis” series are a fascinating chapter in Roman history. The coins made their journey through a combination of heavy military transport, naval fleets, and strictly guarded trade routes. Phase 1: Packing at the Rome Mint. Once the coins were struck by the master celators in Rome, they were packed for long-distance bulk transit. Containers: Coins were loaded into heavy leather bags or wooden chests (fisci). Sealing: The chests were sealed with hot wax or lead stamped with the official imperial seal to prevent tampering by the handlers. Phase 2: The Sea Route (The Main Highway). Land travel across Europe and Asia Minor was slow, expensive, and exposed to bandits. Therefore, the Roman government relied heavily on the Mediterranean Sea, which they called Mare Nostrum (“Our Sea”). The Route: The heavy chests were transported by wagon from the mint down to Rome’s primary deep-water port at Ostia (or Centumcellae). Phase 3: Armed Convoy to Antioch. The Orontes River Route: From Seleucia Pieria, the chests were transferred onto smaller river barges or loaded onto heavy military oxcarts. The Escort: They were escorted along the Orontes River valley directly into Antioch under the strict guard of the Legio IV Scythica or specialized imperial couriers (frumentarii), who acted as the secret service of the Roman Empire. Why went to all this trouble? You might wonder why Emperor Philip I didn’t just strike them in Antioch. Paying the Legions: Philip I had just negotiated a costly peace treaty with the Sasanian Persian Empire and needed to immediately pay the thousands of Roman soldiers stationed on the eastern frontier. The mint at Antioch wasn’t prepared for that volume yet. Propaganda: Philip I had just seized power after the death of Gordian III.

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Vintage 92.5 Sterling Silver Historical Style Coin Handmade Collectible. Bring history to your collection with this beautifully handcrafted 92.5 Sterling Silver Historical. Mughal Emperor Shah Alam II. Inspired by classic Indian and Islamic-era coinage, this collectible showcases elegant calligraphic engravings and a traditional antique finish. Designed for collectors, history enthusiasts, and lovers of fine silver craftsmanship, this piece combines premium sterling silver with intricate detailing to create a timeless keepsake. Crafted from Genuine Sterling Silver. Handmade by skilled artisans. Beautiful antique finish for an authentic vintage appearance. Detailed historical-style calligraphy and traditional design. Excellent addition to coin collections and display cases. Ideal for gifting, collecting, or historical décor. Carefully inspected and securely packaged. Type: Historical Style Collectible Coin. Finish: Antique Oxidized Finish. Birthday & Anniversary Gifts. Father’s Day Gifts. Sterling Silver Historical Style Coin. This listing is for a handcrafted collectible coin made from 92.5 sterling silver.

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Condition: Pre-owned / Vintage. Material: Silver-tone Metal Token, Gold Plated (GP) Frame. Theme: Ancient Greek History / Seleucid Empire. Type: Pendant / Jewelry Charm. Color: Two-tone (Silver & Gold). Design: King Antiochus IV Profile / Apollo holding Bow. Vintage Greek Seleucid Antiochus IV Replica Coin Pendant. A beautiful handcrafted jewelry piece inspired by the numismatic history of the Seleucid Empire. This pendant features a detailed replica of a Tetradrachm coin from the reign of King Antiochus IV Epiphanes.

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Item Type: Coin Pendant / Asian Numismatic Jewelry. Design (Obverse): Features a majestic Imperial Dragon surrounding the central Chinese characters (One Yuan), with “ONE DOLLAR” inscribed at the bottom. Design (Reverse): Showcases an American Eagle with a shield, olive branches, and stars (a unique hybrid/fantasy design often found in vintage silver rounds or historical restrikes). Material: Silver Alloy / Vintage Silver. Size: Approximately 39mm in diameter (Large Crown size). Shows a dark, antique patina with significant wear on the high points, giving it a true “relic” appearance. Mounting: Held by a multi-prong vintage metal bezel with a top loop for a chain.

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This piece was repurposed from a Nepalese 1 Rupee coin issued during the reign of King Birendra Bir Bikram Shah. Made of copper-nickel alloy, the coin was later hand-modified in the Himalayan region and adapted into an amulet or decorative piece with stone settings. Offered as a cultural example of Nepalese coin reuse rather than an ancient artifact. For thousands of years, unique spiritual objects, ritual items, and protective totem amulets have existed throughout Tibet and the Himalayan regions. These artifacts carry deep cultural meaning, symbolic power, and a long tradition of faith and protection. We treat every Himalayan artifact with great respect-whether it is a bead, amulet, ritual object, or antique collectible. We hope you find the piece that resonates with you and discover your own source of hidden power.

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Navajo Old Pawn Style Antiqued Coin Silver Turquoise Necklace Mercury Dimes Bead. For your consideration is this spectacular handcrafted Coin Silver Mercury Dimes and Turquoise necklace by Navajo artisan Tom Ahasteen, inspired by designs of the late 1800s era. This gorgeous necklace was hand strung with bench beads made from hand domed Mercury dimes. The coins vary from 1940s to 1950’s. The soldered dimes measure approx 17mm wide. Rondelles of genuine blue turquoise beads provide elegant spacing between the Mercury dime bench beads. The necklace measures approx 26-1/2 long. The ends are dressed with sterling silver cones, domed mercury dimes and a hook-eye clasp. Weighs approx 180 grams. Comes with a hallmark tag. Also comes with a Certificate of Authenticity. A spectacular Navajo handcrafted old pawn style Mercury Dimes and turquoise necklace to add to your collection! Due to the handmade nature of this item, please allow slight artistic differences in color, matrix and details. This is representative of the handmade item you will get. Thanks for looking and be sure to check out my store for more selections of authentic Native American jewelry and artifacts! If you like our products, please add me to your. List or consider subscribing to our newsletter for updates on newly listed items, sales and special promotions. We would be happy to consider reasonable offers! We fell in love with Native American jewelry many years ago and really appreciate the true craftsmanship that goes into the making of a piece of genuine Native American jewelry art! That is why we chose to partner up with some of the oldest and most reputable Trading Posts in the Southwest who deal directly with the Native American artisans to bring you a large selection of authentic Native American products. These artisans come from the Navajo, Zuni, Hopi and affiliate tribes on the reservations, so you can be assured that all our Native American products are authentic! Please Note: We sell new items as well as old pawn that were handmade by authentic Native American artisans. Most of our old pawn items are One-of-a-Kind and subject to availability. Some of our new items can be re-produced and therefore may have some slight variances from the pictures. We try to keep our listings up to date, but may occasionally miss one. In some cases, we can have one custom made with a two week lead time. We try our best to present the item as accurately as possible, but due to the effects of photo lighting, camera settings or computer monitor settings, the actual color may vary slightly than pictured. Thank you and God Bless! Please allow up to 10 days for transit time, depending on your location. The item “Navajo Old Pawn Style Antiqued Coin Silver Turquoise Necklace Mercury Dimes Bead” is in sale since Wednesday, July 1, 2015. This item is in the category “Jewelry & Watches\Ethnic, Regional & Tribal\Native American\Necklaces & Pendants”. The seller is “pizzazz307″ and is located in Made in USA. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Metal: Coin Silver, Sterling Silver
• Artisan: Tom Ahasteen
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
• Main Stone: Turquoise
• Jewelry Type: Necklace
• Brand: Native American
• Country of Origin: Made in USA
• Tribal Affiliation: Navajo
• Signed?: Yes

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