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ed3719

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I.D. help needed
« on: May 27, 2011, 04:54:12 pm »
Greetings All,

The final coin of this three part series that I need help identifying is an AE 12 with a bust of Tyche facing right on the obverse and a crayfish/lobster facing left.  Above the creature appears to be a figure standing facing right (partially worn).  Any help you can provide is greatly appreciated.

Best regards,
Edward

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Re: I.D. help needed
« Reply #1 on: May 27, 2011, 10:47:13 pm »

Especially with such a worn coin it's important to post a clear picture, well-cropped; even when I expand yours, it lacks detail on the reverse.  A light olive-oil rub along with enhanced contrast might help; for the time being, I'm stumped, and I'll bet that most others are too. 
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DirtyBronze

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Re: I.D. help needed
« Reply #2 on: May 28, 2011, 02:58:40 pm »
my guess:

Phoenicia Arados

Turreted Tyche ~ Prow w/Poseidon Seated

Circa 176 -123 B.C.

 

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