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$6.95 Shipping Location: Clinton Township, United States Five pieces found in the Adriatic hinterland with the wood carcass of the chest perished and coins intact. Comprising a ring pull handle, linked chain, ... moreescutcheon and two cylindrical mounts, evidently feet.
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Free Shipping Location: Auburn, United States It has a good size to it, and is almost the size of a modern full size dinner bowl! This piece is whole, but does have its fair share of blemishes (hairline ... morefractures, flaws, and other blemishes from results from aging).
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$6.95 Shipping Location: Clinton Township, United States Gilt bronze, form identified as Guiraud type 2, from the system developed by Helene Guiraud, based on examples found in ancient Gaul (modern France, Belgium, ... moreHolland and Luxembourg). Size 9 ¾ with 2.0mm band flaring to the shoulders, modeled with ridged flanked by lines of dots.
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$118.57 Shipping Location: CHELMSFORD, United Kingdom Bronze mirrors are traditionally invested with the symbolic power to avert calamities. The dragon image is always associated with, among other things, ... morethe efficacy of invoking rains. Daoist scriptures and ritual practices convey the conviction that the dragon pictures (longwen) and prayer can call forth dragons who dive into the four seas to bring waters to the drought-inflicted area.
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$11.00 Shipping Location: Serbia Anglo-Saxon, Anglo-Viking (Danish Northumbria). Cnut AR Penny. Ebraice Civitas type. York mint, 900-905. SILVER Ar PENNY. Weight: 1,19 gr. I will resolve ... moreany issue!
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$4.43 Shipping Location: Lincoln, United States The object is a handle of a typical late Roman storage vessel. The fragment includes a vertical looped handle and the body of the vessel so that one can ... moresee its overall shape. The length of the sherd is about 3 inches. Very nice fragment that illustrates what Roman pottery looks like. This particular fragment came from an archaeological site on the south coast of Turkey.
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$4.95 Shipping Location: Dulac, United States PEERLESS CHECK WRITERS. "Protection to the Penny". Original AntiqueHarper's Magazine Print Ad ~ Sept.1914. half-page ad approx. 4 1/4" x 5 3/4".
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$11.00 Shipping Location: Serbia Aethelred or Ethelred II or the Unready, Anglo-Saxon King of England 978-1013 and 1014-1016 AD. ANGLO-SAXON, Kings of All England. Æthelred II. London ... moremint; Edwine, moneyer. Struck 1003-1009. SILVER Ar PENNY.
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$11.00 Shipping Location: Serbia Kings of Wessex. Ælfred the Great (871-899) Penny, London mint. London Monogram type. REX ALFRED THE GREAT 871-899 AD. SILVER Ar PENNY. Great Britain. ... moreI will resolve any issue!
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$11.00 Shipping Location: Serbia ANGLO-SAXON, Kings of All England. Lund mint; Othinkar, moneyer. Struck June 1040-June 1042. HARTHACNUT 1035-1042 AD KING of ALL ENGLAND. Weight: 1,00 ... moregr. SILVER Ar PENNY.
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$11.00 Shipping Location: Serbia He is also known for the Cross and Lozenge type. This alliance deepened in response to the arrival the Danish Great Army in 865/6, with 'monetary union' ... morein 866 and a joint military campaign in 868. SILVER Ar PENNY.
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$11.00 Shipping Location: Serbia ANGLO-SAXON, Anglo-Viking (Hiberno-Norse Northumbria). Circa 921-927. Sword/Cross type (BMC 1). York mint. Struck under Sihtric II Caech. SILVER Ar PENNY. ... moreWeight: 1,27 gr.
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$11.00 Shipping Location: Serbia ANGLO-SAXON, Anglo-Viking (Hiberno-Norse Northumbria). Ragnald Guthfrithsson. Circa 943-944/5. Triquetra type. York mint; Branting, moneyer. + REG·N·Λ·L·D ... moreCVNVN:, triquetra / + B·R·A·NT HONET·A·, fringed triangular standard bearing ‘X’ on cross-tipped pole.
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$12.42 Shipping Location: YORK, United Kingdom William and Mary copper half penny circa 1694 AD in uncleaned as found condition. LA149c
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Free Shipping Location: Tolleson, United States Lazier And Lapp. Preowned condition. wood feels solid. see pictures for more details.
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$14.00 Shipping Location: United Arab Emirates LATE ROMAN. BYZANTINE BYZANTINE. 4TH- 6TH CENT. A.D Bronze Oil Lamp Filler. 9 x 5.7 x 2 cm. 9 x 5.7 x 2 cm. no repairs. no restoration.
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Free Shipping Location: Oak Ridge, United States ONE EACH 1920 P LINCOLN WHEAT PENNY IN WHAT I JUDGE TO BE CHOICE VERY FINE CONDITION. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH MY RATING OF THIS COIN. YOU MAY RETURN ... moreIT FOR A REFUND. YOU MAY PAY WITH PAYPAL. SHIPPING WITHIN THE USA WILL BE $1.85. I WILL BE HAPPY TO COMBINE SHIPPING ON MULTIPLE AUCTIONS. THANKS AND GOOD LUCK. Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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$11.00 Shipping Location: Serbia Harold II (6th Jan-14th Oct 1066), Silver Penny, Pax type, Lewes Mint, Moneyer Oswold. HAROLD II. SILVER Ar PENNY. Weight: 1,32 gr. KING of ENGLAND.
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$11.00 Shipping Location: Serbia ANGLO-SAXON, Anglo-Viking (Hiberno-Norse Northumbria). Eric Bloodaxe. First reign, 947-948. Small cross/Horizontal-Trefoil (HT1) type. York mint; Igeren, ... moremoneyer. + · ERIC · REX · INGE, small cross pattée / IGEREN/ IIOIIETA in two lines; three crosses pattée between, trefoil above and below.
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$11.00 Shipping Location: Serbia Hiberno-Norse Vikings in England. Eric Bloodaxe. First reign, 948. Two line type penny. Rathulf moneyer, York. Central cross pattee, inner circle; + E. ... moreRIC. REX IO around / Four pellets in an approximate diamond shape top and bottom; RADV / +++ / LFHO in three lines.
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$50.00 Shipping Location: Israel Antique Javanese, Indonesian -Southeast Asia bronze Buddha. Java 8-10 cent. Halo, based on earlier Indian models. The statue is corroded; it was probably ... moreunearthed in wet ground. It is rather difficult to find Javanese antiques, as they are quite rare, especially those coming from central Java and Sumatra.
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$11.00 Shipping Location: Serbia SILVER Ar PENNY. I will resolve any issue!
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$4.43 Shipping Location: Muncie, United States Maple Gems Vintage Ad 25 Cents Montreal Ephemera Old Paper Ad.If you are interested in items like this I have more on my store. See pictures for detailed ... moredescription.Shipped with USPS First Class
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$12.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Bulgaria Authentic 3-4 cent. AD Roman knife. Restored from its original parts. Iron blade.Small ram head bronze pommel
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$11.00 Shipping Location: Serbia ANGLO-SAXON, Danelaw. Imitations of Alfred the Great. Circa 885-915. Two-Line (Horizontal) type. Ceneferth, moneyer. Struck circa 885-895. REX ALFRED ... more871-899 AD. Weight: 1,75 gr.
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$11.00 Shipping Location: Serbia It may be noted that the oars shown on the ultimate Roman prototype and reproduced on the Carolingian dies as oars and/or waves are lacking on this English ... moreexample. AETHELSTAN I 825-845 AD. KING of EAST ANGLIA.
$6.20 Shipping Condition: Used Location: SALFORD, United Kingdom Civil Wars of the Third Century ·. Wars of the Fall of the Western Roman Empire. Sacred Wars (First, Second, Third) ·. Corinthian War ·. Peloponnesian ... moreWar ·. Samian War ·. Wars of the Delian League ·.
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$100.00 Shipping Location: Israel Probably Vishnu.Loppury style ,13 cent.AD.Thailand. Size: with stand 29 x9x9 cm.
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Free Shipping Location: Winnetka, United States Roman iron SPEAR head - butt /2nd Century AD. As pictured.
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$26.30 Shipping Location: BEDALE, United Kingdom No date letter but there is a King George head and the maker Dorothy Langlands made silverware in the early 19thc. 6 antique provincial Newcastle upon ... moreTyne solid sterling silver tea spoons. In collectable condition with normal signs of age and use wear.
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$18.00 Shipping Location: Jodhpur Umaid Bhawan S.O, India Jintan monogram Engraved On It. Small/Penny Brass Box. Actual Images of item are shown above.
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$4.19 Shipping Location: Tacoma, United States This 1956 Philadelphia RED Wheat Penny is an excellent addition to any coin collection. This penny features the iconic Lincoln Wheat design and has been ... morecirculated, adding to its historical value. Minted in the United States, this penny is a Small Cent denomination and has not been certified. The color of the penny is RD, which stands for red, adding to its aesthetic appeal. This penny is a must-have for any coin collector interested in owning a piece of American history.
Free Shipping Location: Oneida, United States UP FOR SALE IS A GILDED SILVER PERSIAN EMPIRE STYLE CUP. THIS CUP IS ALL HAND MADE WITH REPOUSSE DESIGNS,ALL OVER THE OUTSIDE OF THE SILVER CUP ?. IF ... moreNOT EARLIER LIKE I WAS TOLDED?I TRULY BELIEVE THIS COULD BE ATLEAST OVER A THOUSAND YEARS OLD?BUT?.
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$11.00 Shipping Location: Serbia ANGLO-SAXON, Anglo-Viking (Hiberno-Norse Northumbria). Eric Bloodaxe. Second reign, 952-954. Sword type. York mint; Ingelgar, moneyer. ·ERIC·/·REX· in ... moretwo lines; between, sword left and triple-pellets; triple-pellets above and below / + INGELGAR · IO, cross pattée, pellets in quarters.
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$11.00 Shipping Location: Serbia He is also known for the Cross and Lozenge type. This alliance deepened in response to the arrival the Danish Great Army in 865/6, with 'monetary union' ... morein 866 and a joint military campaign in 868. SILVER Ar PENNY.
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$11.00 Shipping Location: Serbia Henry I. 1100-1135. Pointing Bust and Stars type (BMC vi). Lundene (London) mint; Aelfwine, moneyer. Struck circa 1107. + ҺENRI RE , crowned bust facing ... moreslightly right, holding scepter and pointing; three stars to right / + ALFPINE ON LVNDEN, cross potent over cross batonnée in saltire; two stars in each quarter.
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$11.00 Shipping Location: Serbia Viking - Harthacnut - Lund / Aelfweard - Agnus Dei 1035-1042 AD. Copied from Aethelred II, BMC type xi (circa 1009 AD"). HARTHACNUT 1035-1042 AD KING ... moreof ALL ENGLAND. Weight: 1,39 gr. SILVER Ar PENNY.
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$50.00 Shipping Location: Israel Han dynasty. 3 century bce-2 century ad. Good condition, evident age signs. Scuffs and wear.
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$8.50 Shipping Location: United Arab Emirates HUSSAM ZURQIEH. Byzantine period gnostic lead amulet pendant (6th/7th cent.).
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$14.00 Shipping Location: United Arab Emirates HUSSAM ZURQIEH. 6TH - 5TH CENT. B.C, OVER 250GM SILVER BRACELET. 10.50 X 1.70 CM. ALL THE BEST TO YOU ALL.
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$11.00 Shipping Location: Serbia Aethelred or Ethelred II or the Unready, Anglo-Saxon King of England 978-1013 and 1014-1016 AD. SILVER Ar PENNY. I will resolve any issue!
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$4.19 Shipping Location: Tacoma, United States This is a rare 1910 Philadelphia minted wheat penny that is perfect for collectors of American coins. With a circulated condition and a beautiful brown ... morecolor, this small cent is a true gem for numismatists. Its features include the iconic image of Abraham Lincoln on the front and two stalks of wheat on the back, making it a historical piece that symbolizes the early 20th century in the United States. The coin is uncertified, adding to its authenticity and uniqueness. It is a valuable addition to any collection of American coins, particularly for those who are interested in small cents and Lincoln wheat coins.
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$11.00 Shipping Location: Serbia HARTHACNUT 1035-1042 AD KING of ALL ENGLAND. ANGLO-SAXON, Kings of All England. Jewel Cross type. Gloucester mint; Leofnoth, moneyer. Struck circa 1036-1037. ... moreWeight: 1,35 gr. SILVER Ar PENNY. CO NDITION AS ON A PICTURES!
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$11.00 Shipping Location: Serbia JOHN LACKLAND 1204-1209 AD KING of ENGLAND SILVERAr PENNY 1,24 gr. HENRICVS REX. AR Penny (1.24 gr). Short cross, class 5c. London mint. Struck 1204-1209. ... more+HENRICVS REX, realistic crowned facing bust with sceptre / +RAVF ON LVNDE, short voided cross with quatrefoils.
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$11.00 Shipping Location: Serbia Weight: 1,29 gr. SILVER Ar PENNY.
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$11.00 Shipping Location: Serbia ANGLO-SAXON, Anglo-Viking (Hiberno-Norse Northumbria). Circa 921-927. Sword/Cross type (BMC 1). York mint. Struck under Sihtric II Caech. SILVER Ar PENNY. ... moreWeight: 1,21 gr.
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$11.00 Shipping Location: Serbia HARTHACNUT 1035-1042 AD KING of ALL ENGLAND. England, HARTHACNUT Joint king (1035–7). Sole reign (1040–2). Silver penny, Second jewel cross type (Spring ... more1036–Autumn 1037), Gloucester. Moneyer: Aelfsige.
$4.11 Shipping Location: Santa Ana, United States This rare and unique penny featuring the image of Abraham Lincoln is a must-have for any serious coin collector. With a denomination of one cent or 0.01$, ... morethis original coin boasts a beautiful brown color that is sure to catch the eye of anyone who sees it. The age of this coin is unknown, adding to its allure and mystery. For those who are passionate about history and numismatics, this penny is a valuable addition to any collection. Its originality and rarity are what make it truly special, and it is a testament to the craftsmanship and attention to detail that went into its production. Don't miss your chance to own this one-of-a-kind piece of American history.
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$11.00 Shipping Location: Serbia ANGLO-SAXON, Anglo-Viking (Danish East Anglia). Circa 885-915. ,Wineger +SC AIDM, Large A / + VVINEIR, cross pattée. SILVER Ar PENNY. I will resolve any ... moreissue! Weight: 1,18 gr.
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$11.00 Shipping Location: Serbia Many details of Cynethryth’s life, such as the date of her marriage, are unknown. She appears to have been active in political affairs until Offa’s death. ... moreWife of Offa, 757-796. Light coinage; portrait type.
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$11.00 Shipping Location: Serbia Viking Coinage of York (c.895-902). Cnut Cunnetti Penny, York Mint. + CИVT (in chrismatic form) REX, a patriarchal cross with two crosslets in angles. ... moreRev. +CVNNETTI, small cross with two pellets.
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$11.00 Shipping Location: Serbia Viking Coinage of York (c.895-902). Cnut Cunnetti Penny, York Mint, Obv. + CИVT (in chrismatic form) REX, a patriarchal cross with two crosslets in angles. ... moreRev. +CVNNETTI, small cross with two pellets.
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$11.00 Shipping Location: Serbia ANGLO-SAXON, Anglo-Viking (Hiberno-Norse Northumbria). Eric Bloodaxe. First reign, 947-948. Small cross/Horizontal-Trefoil (HT1) type. York mint; Ingelgar, ... moremoneyer. + · ERIC · REX · INEE, small cross pattée / INGEL/GAR MO in two lines; three crosses pattée between, trefoil above and below.
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$11.00 Shipping Location: Serbia Ceolwulf I. 821-823. Portrait type. ; Herebeorht, moneyer. Weight: 1,20 gr. ANGLO-SAXON SILVER Ar PENNY. SILVER Ar PENNY.
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$11.00 Shipping Location: Serbia Group III-IV. Portrait type. Rochester mint; Dunn, moneyer. Struck circa 810-821. SILVER Ar PENNY. Weight: 1,35 gr. I will resolve any issue!
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$11.00 Shipping Location: Serbia ANGLO-SAXON, Kings of All England. Hand type. London mint; Garfine, moneyer. Struck circa 1036-1037. + HΛRÐE CNVT NET. HARTHACNUT 1035-1042 AD KING of ... moreALL ENGLAND. Weight: 1,29 gr. SILVER Ar PENNY.
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$11.00 Shipping Location: Serbia ANGLO-SAXON, Kings of Wessex. Alfred the Great. First coinage; Lunette ‘Burgred’ type. Canterbury or London mint; Tata, moneyer. Struck circa 871-875. ... moreWeight: 1,41 gr. SILVER Ar PENNY. CO NDITION AS ON A PICTURES!
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$6.95 Shipping Location: Clinton Township, United States 1st-3rd cent AD. Abstracted but unmistakable. Just under ¾ (0.74”) in height.
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$8.50 Shipping Location: United Arab Emirates HUSSAM ZURQIEH. Bronze weight in the form of a lion head. Possibly Egypto-style. Iron Age II-III, late 7th-5th cent. NO REPAIRS. NO RESTORATION. Checked ... moreand attributed by a Top Professional expert.
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Ancient Late Byzantine Armenian Silver Ring with Incised Script 10-12th Cent AD
About The Late Byzantine Medieval Jewelry Medieval Jewelry was produced during 1066– 1485 A.D. The Crusades and Sumptuary Laws were a big influence on medieval jewelry. The jewelry types. Styles, fashions and designs of the medieval period were highly influenced by new trade with the East following the Crusades. Items of religious jewelry increased including the use of rosary beads and religious pendants. Sumptuary laws imposed in England and other European countries fiercely regulated who could wear jewelry to ensure that the upper class structure was maintained. The name Crusade was given to the Holy Wars between the Christians and the Muslims and came from old French word'crois' meaning'cross' One of the most important effects of the Crusades was on commerce as it extended the market for eastern wares in Europe. The products ... moreof Damascus. Alexandria, Cairo, and other great cities were carried across the Mediterranean to the Italian seaports. Venice, Pisa, and Genoa acquired great wealth by the opening up of trade with the East and importing goods to all the European lands. New types of precious stones. Pearls were introduced into Europe and influenced medieval jewelry. The bodkin became a popular piece of Medieval jewelry which was a heavily jeweled hairpin heavily used in the Renaissance era. The Renaissance also saw the introduction of the gimmel ring which was a double ring that consisted of two or more interlocking rings. The gimmel ring was a gift given to lovers as it symbolized the union of two people. Sumptuary laws fiercely regulated who could wear jewelry to ensure that the upper class structure was maintained. Only royalty and the nobility were allowed to wear precious gemstones such as diamonds. Rubies, emeralds and sapphires. About This Ring This rare inclusion of a gorgeous. Large sized silver ring is a solid and very well-preserved treasure of the Ancient Armenian world.
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FORVM Byzantine Bronze Trilobate Arrowhead 7th-10th Cent. AD w/ Sharp Barbs
Byzantine. Bronze Arrowhead, 7th- 10th Century A.D. Antiquities authenticated and attributed by Alex G. Malloy. From the collection of Alex G. Malloy. Former dealer in antiquities for 40 years. AA36853. Bronze arrowhead; 30 mm long; trilobate. With flat sides and sharp barbs, short socket; $92, Forum Ancient Coins' Buy it Now eBay listings are priced to sell. We do NOT discount or consider offers for our FIXED PRICE eBay listings. GUARANTEE Guaranteed Delivery- We guarantee delivery. If your order is not delivered we will refund. Authenticity Guaranteed For Eternity- Any item deemed a forgery may be returned anytime forever for a refund of the purchase price. If any coin purchased from Forum is deemed a forgery by the ACCS. IGC, NGC or PCGS, we will pay the authentication fee plus a refund. SHIPPING OPTIONS COMBINED SHIPPING AT THE SINGLE ... moreITEM SHIPPING RATE FOR AUCTIONS WON WITHIN 3 DAYS. Please note combined shipping is STRICTLY limited to auctions won within 3 days. Some options are not available for all items or to all locations. First Class Mail and International Airmail can only be used on envelopes. We cannot ship fragile items or items too large to fit in an envelope by First Class Mail or International Airmail. Express mail may not be available or an additional charge may be necessary for heavy book orders. U.S. Shipping Options: 1st Class Mail(Coins Only) $3 Priority Mail- $9 Express Mail- $21 International Shipping Options: International 1st Class Mail(Coins Only. Orders Under $200) $5 Global Priority Mail(Orders Under $200) $20 International Registered Mail(slow. Normally 2- 6 weeks) $20 Global Express Mail- $45. Heavy multiple book orders and orders for large fragile antiquities may require additional shipping to some locations. LIMITS AND EXCEPTIONS Returned items must be in the same condition as when purchased. Uncleaned coins must still be uncleaned. Encapsulated coin holders must still be sealed. Coins purchased as a group for one price may be returned only as an entire group
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Ancient Late Byzantine Medieval Lot (x6) carved Silver Rings 11th-13th Cent AD
About The Byzantine Jewelry Byzantine jewelry was a full continuation of the Roman traditions which were kept alive behind the high walls of the new capital. Constantinople. The Roman techniques and styles continued to form the foundation of Byzantine goldsmith's skills who weren't complete copycats; some innovations such as the use of Christian iconography and further specialization of new and old techniques occurred. Production in the old jewelry centers of Alexandria and Antioch gave way to an increased production in Constantinople. Byzantine jewelry had a huge influence on the manufacturing of personal decoration in the rest of the medieval world. The Carolingian(early 742 AD) and the later Ottonian courts(start 962 AD) were linked to the Byzantine Empire and adopted their fashion resulting in the northern European Romanesque ... morejewelry style. In the Byzantine Empire jewelry played an important role. It acted as a way to express ones status and as a diplomatic tool. In 529 AD. Emperor Justinian took up laws regulating the wearing and usage of jewelry in a new set of laws, later to be called the Justinian Code. He explicitly writes that sapphires, emeralds and pearls are reserved for the emperor's use but every free man is entitled to wear a gold ring. This may tell us something about the widespread use and great popularity of jewelry. One could easily argue that there hadn't been a need for such a law if jewelry had been a purely aristocratic phenomenon. The Byzantine Empire was wealthy. It had gold mines within its borders and its geographical position was perfect for trade between the East and West. Successful traders. Military officers and high officials in the empire's administration would all have been in the position to afford luxurious jewelry. In an attempt to keep jewelry exclusive Justinian ruled that only he got to decide who wore the finest jewels by presenting his favorite'servants' with presents from the imperial workshops. It is important to note that the emperor's
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Ancient Jewish Carved Seal of Solomon Ring 13th – 14th Cent. AD
Ancient Jewish Carved Seal of Solomon Ring 13th– 14th Cent. AD Byzantine jewelry was a full continuation of the Roman traditions which were kept alive behind the high walls of the new capital. Constantinople. The Roman techniques and styles continued to form the foundation of Byzantine goldsmith's skills who weren't complete copycats; some innovations such as the use of Christian iconography and further specialization of new and old techniques occurred. Production in the old jewelry centers of Alexandria and Antioch gave way to an increased production in Constantinople. Byzantine jewelry had a huge influence on the manufacturing of personal decoration in the rest of the medieval world. The Carolingian(early 742 AD) and the later Ottonian courts(start 962 AD) were linked to the Byzantine Empire and adopted their fashion resulting in ... morethe northern European Romanesque jewelry style. In the Byzantine Empire jewelry played an important role. It acted as a way to express ones status and as a diplomatic tool. In 529 AD. Emperor Justinian took up laws regulating the wearing and usage of jewelry in a new set of laws, later to be called the Justinian Code. He explicitly writes that sapphires, emeralds and pearls are reserved for the emperor's use but every free man is entitled to wear a gold ring. This may tell us something about the widespread use and great popularity of jewelry. One could easily argue that there hadn't been a need for such a law if jewelry had been a purely aristocratic phenomenon. The Byzantine Empire was wealthy. It had gold mines within its borders and its geographical position was perfect for trade between the East and West. Successful traders. Military officers and high officials in the empire's administration would all have been in the position to afford luxurious jewelry. In an attempt to keep jewelry exclusive Justinian ruled that only he got to decide who wore the finest jewels by presenting his favorite'servants' with presents from the imperial workshops. It is import
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Ancient Late Byzantine Medieval Jewish Star Of David Bronze Ring 13-14th Cent AD
Ancient Late Byzantine Medieval Jewish Star Of David Bronze Ring 13-14th Cent AD Byzantine jewelry was a full continuation of the Roman traditions which were kept alive behind the high walls of the new capital. Constantinople. The Roman techniques and styles continued to form the foundation of Byzantine goldsmith's skills who weren't complete copycats; some innovations such as the use of Christian iconography and further specialization of new and old techniques occurred. Production in the old jewelry centers of Alexandria and Antioch gave way to an increased production in Constantinople. Byzantine jewelry had a huge influence on the manufacturing of personal decoration in the rest of the medieval world. The Carolingian(early 742 AD) and the later Ottonian courts(start 962 AD) were linked to the Byzantine Empire and adopted their fashion ... moreresulting in the northern European Romanesque jewelry style. In the Byzantine Empire jewelry played an important role. It acted as a way to express ones status and as a diplomatic tool. In 529 AD. Emperor Justinian took up laws regulating the wearing and usage of jewelry in a new set of laws, later to be called the Justinian Code. He explicitly writes that sapphires, emeralds and pearls are reserved for the emperor's use but every free man is entitled to wear a gold ring. This may tell us something about the widespread use and great popularity of jewelry. One could easily argue that there hadn't been a need for such a law if jewelry had been a purely aristocratic phenomenon. The Byzantine Empire was wealthy. It had gold mines within its borders and its geographical position was perfect for trade between the East and West. Successful traders. Military officers and high officials in the empire's administration would all have been in the position to afford luxurious jewelry. In an attempt to keep jewelry exclusive Justinian ruled that only he got to decide who wore the finest jewels by presenting his favorite'servants' with presents from the imperial works
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Ancient Late Byzantine Medieval Floral Motif Decorated Ring 13-15th Cent AD
Ancient Late Byzantine Medieval Floral Motif Decorated Ring 13-15th Cent AD Byzantine jewelry was a full continuation of the Roman traditions which were kept alive behind the high walls of the new capital. Constantinople. The Roman techniques and styles continued to form the foundation of Byzantine goldsmith's skills who weren't complete copycats; some innovations such as the use of Christian iconography and further specialization of new and old techniques occurred. Production in the old jewelry centers of Alexandria and Antioch gave way to an increased production in Constantinople. Byzantine jewelry had a huge influence on the manufacturing of personal decoration in the rest of the medieval world. The Carolingian(early 742 AD) and the later Ottonian courts(start 962 AD) were linked to the Byzantine Empire and adopted their fashion ... moreresulting in the northern European Romanesque jewelry style. In the Byzantine Empire jewelry played an important role. It acted as a way to express ones status and as a diplomatic tool. In 529 AD. Emperor Justinian took up laws regulating the wearing and usage of jewelry in a new set of laws, later to be called the Justinian Code. He explicitly writes that sapphires, emeralds and pearls are reserved for the emperor's use but every free man is entitled to wear a gold ring. This may tell us something about the widespread use and great popularity of jewelry. One could easily argue that there hadn't been a need for such a law if jewelry had been a purely aristocratic phenomenon. The Byzantine Empire was wealthy. It had gold mines within its borders and its geographical position was perfect for trade between the East and West. Successful traders. Military officers and high officials in the empire's administration would all have been in the position to afford luxurious jewelry. In an attempt to keep jewelry exclusive Justinian ruled that only he got to decide who wore the finest jewels by presenting his favorite'servants' with presents from the imperial workshops.
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Ancient Late Byzantine Medieval Bronze Ring Blue Glass Inlay 13th-15th Cent AD
Ancient Late Byzantine Medieval Bronze Ring Blue Glass Inlay 13th-15th Cent AD Byzantine jewelry was a full continuation of the Roman traditions which were kept alive behind the high walls of the new capital. Constantinople. The Roman techniques and styles continued to form the foundation of Byzantine goldsmith's skills who weren't complete copycats; some innovations such as the use of Christian iconography and further specialization of new and old techniques occurred. Production in the old jewelry centers of Alexandria and Antioch gave way to an increased production in Constantinople. Byzantine jewelry had a huge influence on the manufacturing of personal decoration in the rest of the medieval world. The Carolingian(early 742 AD) and the later Ottonian courts(start 962 AD) were linked to the Byzantine Empire and adopted their fashion ... moreresulting in the northern European Romanesque jewelry style. In the Byzantine Empire jewelry played an important role. It acted as a way to express ones status and as a diplomatic tool. In 529 AD. Emperor Justinian took up laws regulating the wearing and usage of jewelry in a new set of laws, later to be called the Justinian Code. He explicitly writes that sapphires, emeralds and pearls are reserved for the emperor's use but every free man is entitled to wear a gold ring. This may tell us something about the widespread use and great popularity of jewelry. One could easily argue that there hadn't been a need for such a law if jewelry had been a purely aristocratic phenomenon. The Byzantine Empire was wealthy. It had gold mines within its borders and its geographical position was perfect for trade between the East and West. Successful traders. Military officers and high officials in the empire's administration would all have been in the position to afford luxurious jewelry. In an attempt to keep jewelry exclusive Justinian ruled that only he got to decide who wore the finest jewels by presenting his favorite'servants' with presents from the imperial worksho
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Ancient Late Byzantine Medieval Monogrammatic Ring M A Letters 13-14th Cent AD
Ancient Late Byzantine Medieval Monogrammatic Ring M A Letters 13-14th Cent AD Byzantine jewelry was a full continuation of the Roman traditions which were kept alive behind the high walls of the new capital. Constantinople. The Roman techniques and styles continued to form the foundation of Byzantine goldsmith's skills who weren't complete copycats; some innovations such as the use of Christian iconography and further specialization of new and old techniques occurred. Production in the old jewelry centers of Alexandria and Antioch gave way to an increased production in Constantinople. Byzantine jewelry had a huge influence on the manufacturing of personal decoration in the rest of the medieval world. The Carolingian(early 742 AD) and the later Ottonian courts(start 962 AD) were linked to the Byzantine Empire and adopted their fashion ... moreresulting in the northern European Romanesque jewelry style. In the Byzantine Empire jewelry played an important role. It acted as a way to express ones status and as a diplomatic tool. In 529 AD. Emperor Justinian took up laws regulating the wearing and usage of jewelry in a new set of laws, later to be called the Justinian Code. He explicitly writes that sapphires, emeralds and pearls are reserved for the emperor's use but every free man is entitled to wear a gold ring. This may tell us something about the widespread use and great popularity of jewelry. One could easily argue that there hadn't been a need for such a law if jewelry had been a purely aristocratic phenomenon. The Byzantine Empire was wealthy. It had gold mines within its borders and its geographical position was perfect for trade between the East and West. Successful traders. Military officers and high officials in the empire's administration would all have been in the position to afford luxurious jewelry. In an attempt to keep jewelry exclusive Justinian ruled that only he got to decide who wore the finest jewels by presenting his favorite'servants' with presents from the imperial worksho
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Ancient Late Byzantine Medieval Floral Decorated Silver Ring 14-15th Cent AD
Ancient Late Byzantine Medieval Floral Decorated Silver Ring 14-15th Cent AD Byzantine jewelry was a full continuation of the Roman traditions which were kept alive behind the high walls of the new capital. Constantinople. The Roman techniques and styles continued to form the foundation of Byzantine goldsmith's skills who weren't complete copycats; some innovations such as the use of Christian iconography and further specialization of new and old techniques occurred. Production in the old jewelry centers of Alexandria and Antioch gave way to an increased production in Constantinople. Byzantine jewelry had a huge influence on the manufacturing of personal decoration in the rest of the medieval world. The Carolingian(early 742 AD) and the later Ottonian courts(start 962 AD) were linked to the Byzantine Empire and adopted their fashion ... moreresulting in the northern European Romanesque jewelry style. In the Byzantine Empire jewelry played an important role. It acted as a way to express ones status and as a diplomatic tool. In 529 AD. Emperor Justinian took up laws regulating the wearing and usage of jewelry in a new set of laws, later to be called the Justinian Code. He explicitly writes that sapphires, emeralds and pearls are reserved for the emperor's use but every free man is entitled to wear a gold ring. This may tell us something about the widespread use and great popularity of jewelry. One could easily argue that there hadn't been a need for such a law if jewelry had been a purely aristocratic phenomenon. The Byzantine Empire was wealthy. It had gold mines within its borders and its geographical position was perfect for trade between the East and West. Successful traders. Military officers and high officials in the empire's administration would all have been in the position to afford luxurious jewelry. In an attempt to keep jewelry exclusive Justinian ruled that only he got to decide who wore the finest jewels by presenting his favorite'servants' with presents from the imperial workshops
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Ancient Byzantine Medieval Large Jewish Solomon Seal Ring 13-14th Cent AD
Ancient Byzantine Medieval Large Jewish Solomon Seal Ring 13-14th Cent AD Byzantine jewelry was a full continuation of the Roman traditions which were kept alive behind the high walls of the new capital. Constantinople. The Roman techniques and styles continued to form the foundation of Byzantine goldsmith's skills who weren't complete copycats; some innovations such as the use of Christian iconography and further specialization of new and old techniques occurred. Production in the old jewelry centers of Alexandria and Antioch gave way to an increased production in Constantinople. Byzantine jewelry had a huge influence on the manufacturing of personal decoration in the rest of the medieval world. The Carolingian(early 742 AD) and the later Ottonian courts(start 962 AD) were linked to the Byzantine Empire and adopted their fashion ... moreresulting in the northern European Romanesque jewelry style. In the Byzantine Empire jewelry played an important role. It acted as a way to express ones status and as a diplomatic tool. In 529 AD. Emperor Justinian took up laws regulating the wearing and usage of jewelry in a new set of laws, later to be called the Justinian Code. He explicitly writes that sapphires, emeralds and pearls are reserved for the emperor's use but every free man is entitled to wear a gold ring. This may tell us something about the widespread use and great popularity of jewelry. One could easily argue that there hadn't been a need for such a law if jewelry had been a purely aristocratic phenomenon. The Byzantine Empire was wealthy. It had gold mines within its borders and its geographical position was perfect for trade between the East and West. Successful traders. Military officers and high officials in the empire's administration would all have been in the position to afford luxurious jewelry. In an attempt to keep jewelry exclusive Justinian ruled that only he got to decide who wore the finest jewels by presenting his favorite'servants' with presents from the imperial workshops. I
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Ancient Byzantine Medieval Large Beautiful Bronze Ring 12-14th Cent AD
Ancient Byzantine Medieval Large Beautiful Bronze Ring 12-14th Cent AD Byzantine jewelry was a full continuation of the Roman traditions which were kept alive behind the high walls of the new capital. Constantinople. The Roman techniques and styles continued to form the foundation of Byzantine goldsmith's skills who weren't complete copycats; some innovations such as the use of Christian iconography and further specialization of new and old techniques occurred. Production in the old jewelry centers of Alexandria and Antioch gave way to an increased production in Constantinople. Byzantine jewelry had a huge influence on the manufacturing of personal decoration in the rest of the medieval world. The Carolingian(early 742 AD) and the later Ottonian courts(start 962 AD) were linked to the Byzantine Empire and adopted their fashion resulting ... morein the northern European Romanesque jewelry style. In the Byzantine Empire jewelry played an important role. It acted as a way to express ones status and as a diplomatic tool. In 529 AD. Emperor Justinian took up laws regulating the wearing and usage of jewelry in a new set of laws, later to be called the Justinian Code. He explicitly writes that sapphires, emeralds and pearls are reserved for the emperor's use but every free man is entitled to wear a gold ring. This may tell us something about the widespread use and great popularity of jewelry. One could easily argue that there hadn't been a need for such a law if jewelry had been a purely aristocratic phenomenon. The Byzantine Empire was wealthy. It had gold mines within its borders and its geographical position was perfect for trade between the East and West. Successful traders. Military officers and high officials in the empire's administration would all have been in the position to afford luxurious jewelry. In an attempt to keep jewelry exclusive Justinian ruled that only he got to decide who wore the finest jewels by presenting his favorite'servants' with presents from the imperial workshops. It i
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Ancient Byzantine Medieval Large Silver Niello Carved Ring 12-14th Cent AD
Ancient Byzantine Medieval Large Silver Niello Carved Ring 12-14th Cent AD Byzantine jewelry was a full continuation of the Roman traditions which were kept alive behind the high walls of the new capital. Constantinople. The Roman techniques and styles continued to form the foundation of Byzantine goldsmith's skills who weren't complete copycats; some innovations such as the use of Christian iconography and further specialization of new and old techniques occurred. Production in the old jewelry centers of Alexandria and Antioch gave way to an increased production in Constantinople. Byzantine jewelry had a huge influence on the manufacturing of personal decoration in the rest of the medieval world. The Carolingian(early 742 AD) and the later Ottonian courts(start 962 AD) were linked to the Byzantine Empire and adopted their fashion ... moreresulting in the northern European Romanesque jewelry style. In the Byzantine Empire jewelry played an important role. It acted as a way to express ones status and as a diplomatic tool. In 529 AD. Emperor Justinian took up laws regulating the wearing and usage of jewelry in a new set of laws, later to be called the Justinian Code. He explicitly writes that sapphires, emeralds and pearls are reserved for the emperor's use but every free man is entitled to wear a gold ring. This may tell us something about the widespread use and great popularity of jewelry. One could easily argue that there hadn't been a need for such a law if jewelry had been a purely aristocratic phenomenon. The Byzantine Empire was wealthy. It had gold mines within its borders and its geographical position was perfect for trade between the East and West. Successful traders. Military officers and high officials in the empire's administration would all have been in the position to afford luxurious jewelry. In an attempt to keep jewelry exclusive Justinian ruled that only he got to decide who wore the finest jewels by presenting his favorite'servants' with presents from the imperial workshops.
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