thecapuletconspiracy

Can't believe I didn't just come out and say exactly what you did! I'm just plain dang yeller! I thought, hmmm, bloody-'ell, I couldn't possibly, arghh... And decided not to vote at all! Don't do it capulet! Thanks for the honesty guys, I honestly do appreciate it. It also makes me see things for what they are, and not rush into rash decisions. I think as you have I should hold out for a better example

Here is the second example

I have always wanted a Mary and Phillip Irish groat for my collection, and sadly cannot afford the better examples, but I have managed to find two 'fair' coins both priced at £66. I am having difficulty choosing an example and was hoping for some feedback on the two examples I have managed to locate. Firstly, do you think the price is fair for the grade of coin? and secondly, which example would you personally prefer? I know everyone is different when it comes to personal choices for their own collection, but I am torn on these two. I am currently leaning towards the 1556 groat even though it doesn't have a full flan. Any replies would be much appreciated

Thank you all for the replies and the welcome. I'll make sure to check out the books mentioned. I love hammered coins, but I feel that I might concentrate on Irish hammered coins, the only problem as a student is saving enough money to buy the best examples I can! Actually I'm sure this is a problem faced by many who enjoy coin collecting. Thanks again

Hey everyone, Just a newbie here who has rediscovered my passion for coin collecting which had taken a side road when other distractions came along when I was around 14 (I'm now 20). I was hoping that some on the forum may be able to help with the classification of this Henry III penny? I've attached the photographs below, and just to clarify they are from the site I bought the coin from, I would never handle a coin without gloves! Many thanks in advance and I hope it doesn't come across as rude asking for help in my first post