2006-08-16 13:02:19 · 13 answers · asked by Nymphadora Tonks 3 in Arts & Humanities ➔ History
It's a widow's mite...
2006-08-16 13:03:17 · update #1
I realy do have this coin... it's actualy from around 103 to 76 BCE, not 100 to 150, (which is the same as BC) its age was determined with chemica testing, not a date... it has a double cornacopia with pomegranet on the front, and a wreath with ancient hebrew in the center on the back.
It is from the Maccabean Jewish period. maybe Aexander Janneus?? I got it from my uncle who works with numismatics (the study old coins)
2006-08-16 14:59:51 · update #2
First, do not try to make it "new". Second, the value is from a couple of dollars up to 50 for a really great specimen, (and they were struck horribly, so if you can see the design its in good shape). It probably is Alexander Janneaus, as this is the main issuer of widow's mites. Just as a quick background, a "widow's mite is not the coin's name, it comes from the bible, (the story of the woman who gives her last mites....). The real name is a lepton, half a prutah. It is the smallest coin that circulated in ancient Israel, so people assume this is the coin from the story. The coin itself is common, but it is worth more than otherwise since of the biblical connection.
Just goes to show that there ARE coin experts in Yahoo answers.
2006-08-17 10:09:31 · answer #1 · answered by medoraman 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It entirely depends on the actual condition of the coin, it could be worth anything from a few cents to thousands of dollars. Is it corroded, chipped, or broken?
For a general idea, I would suggest browsing Ebay's ancient coin section for around 20 minutes to get a good idea of general worth. Pay special attention to the condition and quality of the coin.
2006-08-16 13:09:56 · answer #2 · answered by Mike 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm trying to figure out how you know the coin's age but not how much it might be worth...
Okay, other than that, I would consult an appraiser, but if you really think the coin might have significant value, you need to be sure of the appraiser's credentials. You might have to travel to him/her, so make sure you think it's worth it first.
2006-08-16 14:45:16 · answer #3 · answered by paperdoll198 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If (and I really doubt you do) do have such a coin, it is indeed a fake.
Really now!!!! Harumphhh!!!! 100 to 150 BCE indeed!!!! What frippery!!!! LOL!
2006-08-16 13:09:22 · answer #4 · answered by Albannach 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you got the coin from your uncle who works with numismatists, why don't you just ask them? They ought to know.
2006-08-16 22:16:52 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
probably over $20 ... take it to a rare coin collecter and see what they have to say. suggestion. soak it in vinegar to make it look newer.
2006-08-16 13:46:43 · answer #6 · answered by ~mary~ 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
condition and wear...tarnish and patina....interest and depiction....and finally AUTHENICITY!!!IF THERE IS A PERSONAGE DEPICTED DOES IT GIB WITH THE STATE INDICATED AND WITH KNOWN COINS OF THAT TIME OR OF SIMILAR PROVENANCE???GOLD ITSELF ...ALWAYS HAS VALUE;BUT TO A COLLECTOR THIS MAY BE THE ONE COIN HE WANTS TO BALANCE AN OTHERWISE IMPRESSIVE COLLECTION!!!!THERE IS THE VALUE!!
2006-08-16 13:19:01 · answer #7 · answered by eldoradoreefgold 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take it to an appraiser to determine if it's real and what it's worth.
Of course, if the date is written on it, it's not real. But you knew that.
2006-08-16 13:08:18 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Sure you do. And you're asking Yahoo answer's renowned coin collectors?
2006-08-16 13:07:35 · answer #9 · answered by eskimo 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
What makes you think it's gold? Gold is selling for almost $700.00 an ounce and will probably break $1000.00 an ounce.
2006-08-17 05:04:23 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋