Another rare Caracalla denarius

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      I hope  these pictures clarify some doubts... or not !! 


Regards

[Robert_Brenchley]

Whoever did it was careless there.

[Aarmale]

So it is a forgery?

[Joe Sermarini]

I am convinced it is a fake but not so sure how it was made. 

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Dear Joe;

Do you think that these coin may be made with a die? I don´t see  anyone evidence of that but however seems cast.

But the fact is ...I don´t undestand why the edge is formed by two parts. Is necesary this in a cast coin?

Thanks and regards.

[Robert_Brenchley]

Not if it's a lost wax cast. Many casts are made using two half-moulds though, and the seam is always there in that case.

[Joe Sermarini]

It may be an electrotype copy. 

[Greyshadow]

Thaks for your kind responses. Today I have returned the coin to the seller.



Regards.

[silvernut]

A pity... But this case shows the importance of buying from reputable dealers who will honour the return policy!

Regards,
Ignasi

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Of course, Ignasi, of course. But not only that, collectors also have a right to expect an apology from the seller.

In fact, to return the money if they have sold a fake coin is only a legal obligation.Offer an apology is a moral obligation.

Regards.