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	What is it? « on: October 26, 2009, 05:49:18 pm »

Little larger than a US quarter. Has an image in the other side, but it's covered with something white

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	Re: What is it? « Reply #1 on: October 26, 2009, 06:02:08 pm »

Interesting find, could it be some sort of a medal with the hole in it.What location ( Country) did you find it? Take a rubbing of it both sides with a paper over it using a pencil you might see the detail better... Happy Huntin..DW

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	Re: What is it? « Reply #2 on: October 26, 2009, 10:22:29 pm »

Hi Markg, I lightened the picture with photoshop so maybe the letters and figure will be easier for someone to help you with ID. Sue

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	Re: What is it? « Reply #3 on: October 26, 2009, 11:14:15 pm »

It is a late Roman coin - a so called Follis. Possibly around 200 - 300 BC However it is an authentic (antique) fake. It should be all bronce seems to have an iron core. The Romans would produce fake coins having a cheapr iron coin hence saving on the precious metals.

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	Re: What is it? « Reply #4 on: October 26, 2009, 11:20:11 pm »

Nice find Markg.

Good work on the photo editing Sue.

Good call on the ID Christian.

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	Re: What is it? « Reply #5 on: October 27, 2009, 02:16:02 am »

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	Re: What is it? « Reply #6 on: October 27, 2009, 02:42:02 am »

Great find!

Anyone have any idea why theres a hole in it?
Maybe used as a necklace or other purpose?

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	Re: What is it? « Reply #7 on: October 27, 2009, 04:43:36 am »

	Quote:	Posted by DragunX5
Great find! Anyone have any idea why theres a hole in it? Maybe used as a necklace or other purpose?

Or maybe a key ring for some Roman's chariot?

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	Re: What is it? « Reply #8 on: October 27, 2009, 05:55:08 am »

I'm not sure if the robes they wore had pockets so they may have kept the coins on a string/necklace etc...? Huh?

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	Re: What is it? « Reply #9 on: October 27, 2009, 06:24:58 am »

did you find it or buy it,,, in what country are you in,I know you can buy thease type of finds to restore your self,for a few dollars...mike

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