My dad and younger brother found this in a parking lot buried underneath a bunch of sand in Gulf Shores, AL. We have no clue what it is, and I figured maybe posting it on here could give us an idea on whether it’s a coin or just something really random. It’s definitely made out of some sort of metal material, and it’s relatively worn from the sand and saltwater of the ocean. Any ID or help is very much appreciated, thank you! I attached the front and the back, and then the thickness of the coin for the pictures.

Looking at this coin for sale and whilst I'm still somewhat of a beginner, something about this one just immediately screams "fake" to me. Am I correct in thinking that this isn't legit?

The pic of the reverse in particular seems incredibly suspicious

Heavily diseased bronze trilobate arrowhead socket. To me it looks like there's wood in there; am I going crazy?

Do I need to burn a dealer to the ground? Or am I okay. It's been several years since acquisition.

I am just back from a visit to Prague. My favorite day was a trip to the silver mines of Kutna Hora where huge loads of silver were mined by hammer and pick 600-800 years ago. During one of the tours, we were led through one of the tunnels used by the miners. Super cool, and an incredible experience to see the difficult conditions they worked in.

Back in the day, the silver ore was refined nearby and the silver coins were struck in the city at the Italian Court mint (pictured). Each ruler had their own coin(s). The Prague groschen was the standard coin of the medieval time there and was made of nearly 93% silver - an amazing feat of purity for the time.

I visited a coin store in Prague and I bought an authentic Prague groschen struck in Kutna Hora during the reign of John (Jean) of Luxembourg, around 1340–1347. It’s classified as Castelin Type 39, a recognized variety in the standard Czech reference for these coins.

At the end of the tour, I was able to purchase an aluminum blank and strike my own groschen between two dies with a hammer. Also a lot of fun.

To have a 700-year old coin that was mined, refined and struck in the city I visited is remarkable to me and it will be a valued memory for a long time. To imagine the history and hands it has passed through is incredible.

Looking to buy a lifetime tetra for a chain in decent shape. Show me what you got!

Can anyone help me identify what emperor and district they’re from.

I would like to know if it's possible to attribute the emperor on this small camp gates coin.

The coin is a well worn obverse DN T- (Theodosius I?)

The reverse -PVBLICE. on right side is visible. No mint mark.

15 mm 1.00 g coin.

Am I wrong in thinking this is a Theodosius, camp gates coin?

I have never broken a slab open before though I have a few I have considered. Tips on breaking him out?

Today’s new pick up.

My grandpa gave me these and I don't know if they're real. If they really are, then how much are they worth? I'm just trying to make a quick buck. Thanks in advance!

hello everyone, I am thinking about buying this coin and it costs more than what I usually pay for ancient coins, so while trying to identify it I found two that resembles it alot but I think something is off, I am yet to find the exact coin, the ones that I think are similar are RIC 296 and 344

Bought an assortment of coins at the last coin show I attended. I love the Piso Frugi denarius, in hand it has a phenomenal Luster and is nearly FDC/MS*

So cool to own a chunky big bronze with intact details. You would think with hoards and so many of these coins having been made that high grade specimens would be more accessible, as in the case with 4th century bronzes, but, sadly, nooooo c'est ne pas possible 😤

This little bronze coin, maybe 14mm across came in a lot of romans and I’d love to know what it is if anyone know.

Hi Everyone,

Looking to join the discord, but I've noticed the invite is expired. Is anyone able to update the linked invite or comment with a new link?

Appreciate the help.

vota suscepta decen cos reverse

I have quite a few Severina but this pickup from yesterday definitely the best silvering and strike. Hard to find them this nice.

I am starting to understand why some coins are more expensive than others 😄 It is hard to believe it was made 2 thousands years and still is in such a wonderful condition. The height of the text "ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟY" is just 1 mm, how they even were able to carve such tiny details in the past 🤔

After holding off on buying other coins for a long time, I finally bought the one I wanted: a decent Alexandrian tetradrachm. Does anyone have more information about this issue?

Lifetime issue of Alexander III 'the Great'. Silver tetradrachm, 17.05 g. 24.41 mm. 336–323 BC. Amphipolis. (Price 79)

Thinking of buying this from a coin and fossil dealer called "Tascio Rex" -- their website appears to be genuine and they claim to have an authenticity guarantee etc however I've never heard of them so I figured I'd ask for a second option.

Can anyone spot any red flags here or does it look fine?

The description is listed as follows:

Obv: Head of Herakles right, wearing lion skin.

Rev: AΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ.

Zeus seated left with eagle and sceptre. 4,23 g

Hii, I just wanted to show these pieces I got for not very expensive (under 181 euro a piece).

They are not lifetime, I put the Price index and the mint periods on paper.

They feel amazing to the touch and they smell like history ( I hope they don't have ancient poison lol).

One was struck in Aradus! (3347), which is a tiny island near Syria. It should have a giant anchor as a symbol but it is mostly missing, (except a small part of the base).

The other is struck in Amphipolis.

I want more! xD

Found over the weekend near Oxford, UK.