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Persian Empire | Ancient Coins
The Persian Empire was a series of imperial dynasties centered in modern-day Iran. It spanned from 559 B.C. to 330…
Electrum | Ancient Coins | Austin Coins
The first coins ever made were of a substance called electrum. Ancient Electrum Coinage of Cyzicus could be found occurring naturally…
Heritage Twelve Caesars Ancient Coin Showcase Auction March 15
Heritage Auctions’ March 15, 2025 Twelve Caesars Roman coin highlights. This Saturday, March 15, marks the closing of Heritage Auctions’…
NGC-Certified Ancient Coins Are Prizes in New Mobile Game
Players of the EIGHTH ERA mobile video game have a chance to win NGC-certified ancient coins. (Photo courtesy of NGC). To…
Coins of Ancient Calabria | CoinWeek
By Dr. Steve Benner for CoinWeek ….. In ancient times, Calabria was located on the southeast peninsula of the Italian…
Sacred Stones on Ancient Coins
By Michael T. Shutterly for CoinWeek ….. “Sacred stones” have been venerated, even worshipped, for thousands of years. Sometimes known…
Athenian owl coin | Ancient Greece
The ancient city of Athens holds a unique place in our hearts and minds. It was the foundation of western…
Marcus Aurelius | Ancient Coins
When people ask "Was Marcus Aurelius on a coin?" The answer is a simple - yes. In fact, most Roman…
Philip II Gold Stater | Ancient Macedonian Coins
In the early 4th century BC Philip II's standardized coinage system of Macedon was established throughout his kingdom. His coins…
Gela| Ancient Greece | Ancient Commerce
Located on the southern coast of Sicily, Gela was once one of the most important and powerful Greek colonies. Gela,…