Near East, Byzantine Empire, ca. 5th to 14th century CE; Roman, Imperial Period, 1st to 5th century CE; Near East, Islamic, ca. 10th to 13th century CE. A great collection of over 300 copper and bronze coins from some of the world's greatest ancient and medieval civilizations. This collection has dozens of similarly sized coins that could be used for crafting unique pieces of jewelry, or simply enjoying the fascinating history of these currency pieces. Earthen and mineral deposits are scattered across the coins, adding layers of patina. Size of larger coin: 1" Diameter (2.5 cm); average coin size: 0.65" W (1.7 cm); total weight: 1753.9 grams
Provenance: East Coast collection, New York Gallery, New York City, New York, USA, acquired before 2010
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Condition
Coins range from F to G. Edge splitting and clipping to peripheries on some. Faces are rubbed and indiscernible on some, and others have clearer faces. Great variety of sizes and types. Nice patina on many with rich earthen deposits.