Experts in Coins & Medals

GREECE. Georgios I, 1863-1913. Pattern 5 Lepta 1877 (Copper, 25 mm, 4.08 g, 6 h), Paris, struck from dies prepared by the engraver Albert-Désiré Barre, plain edge. ΓΕΩΡΓΙΟΣ Α! ΒΑΣΙΛΕΥΣ ΤΩΝ ΕΛΛΗΝΩΝ E(ESSAI) 1877 Mature head of George I to left; below truncation, in tiny letters, BAPPE. Rev. Laurel wreath tied below, containing ΟΒΟΛΟΣ / 5 / ΛΕΠΤΑ in three lines; below denomination, ESSAI flanked by two anchors (privy mark of the Engraver General, A. D. Barre, 1855-1878). Divo P92. Karamitsos T.67. KM E20. This coin exhibits an aesthetically pleasing patina coloring, enhancing its overall visual appeal. Graded by NGC "PF 65 RB". Top pop in NGC and PCGS. Cert number: 2909005-009.

The Triumvirs. Mark Antony, Autumn 32 - Spring 31. Denarius (Silver, 17.5 mm, 3.92 g, 5 h), Patrae (?) for the 3rd legion. ANT•AVG / III•VIR•R•P•C• Praetorian galley moving to right. Rev. LEG III Legionary eagle between two standards. Babelon (Antonia) 106. Crawford 544/15. CRI 350. RBW 1839. Sydenham 1217. Good very fine.