![]() This is your chance to own a ring from the personal collection of the late Richard Doty, senior numismatic curator of the Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of American History. I welcome comments from anyone who has insights as to its age. The approximate age of the coin is unknown to me. Constantines medallions are exactly the weight and size of ancient Greek silver tetradrachms coins. Please note that the photos with the black background best reflect the colors of the ring. aegis or ægis A small leather cloak, or sometimes a shield, with the head or mask of Medusa (a gorgoneion) mounted on it. The ring, with its rounded edges, is a very comfortable and appropriate for a man or woman. The image is indistinct on the front and less so on the reverse side. The shoulders begins at 1/2" and tapers to a scant 1/4". The obverse shows a dome-shaped object topped by a star and flanked by palm. The contrast between the copper coin and silver setting works well, thereby creating a little work of art to wear and to cherish. The weight of these token coins was irregular well-preserved examples range from less than six grams to over 10 3. The front, or obverse, side of each features a different image, normally a variety of. They meld together forming the back of the band. Japan has six coins in circulation with values ranging from 1 to 500. ![]() Three wires comprise the shoulders on the back of the ring. A more uniform, rounded border then surrounds that shape. The collar setting that holds the coin conforms to its irregular shape. The ‘Imperial Egg’ Coin is based on the work of Faberg and proved to be very popular with collectors last year, especially during the Easter period. Although worn, the coin possesses an intriguing and tactile patina. This impressive looking coin boasts beautiful enamelled colour and a shimmering gemstone inlay. What a wonderful Ancient Copper Coin in a Modern Silver Setting.
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