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Wouldn’t you think there was a clever lad (or lass) out there who would know how to create, record, store coin varieties (information on) ? We all use the normal books as reference but the objective of these books isn’t specifically to document die types or varieties. Comments like “different busts exist†or “different shape 0’s exist†or “harp strings†or “billets†etc etc.. (Yes, I love early milled silver) ! In these forums, I enjoy reading where new varieties are either identified or explained and then to look for them myself. I guess it’s a mammoth job but collectors would surely be the most willing to offer their knowledge. These areas must have been studied individually by different students of the subject in the past and some of it is surely published in journals but wouldn’t it be nice to pull it all together? I’d love to volunteer but I’ve made a prior arrangement for tonight…… anyone else?

Hi Am I allowed to discuss a specific item currently being offered in an auction ? It's a Rostrum auction (NOT eBay) but the attribution looks a bit dodgy to me. I'd love to hear whether anyone else would agree or disagree. If we're not allowed to discuss such things, I'll stop right here. Rose

I'll be watching with interest to see how much it makes. I bet some unsuspecting but expectant buyer will pay way over the odds for what is a fairly ordinary coin. I must add though, I've used this auction company before and will use it again. They get some fantastic items - can be pricey but occasionally good value too !! I do think they have a responsibility for accurate attribution tho.

Hi everyone, What a palava !! I must have done something silly because it's taken ages for me to get this far. I'm exhausted. Now then.... what was that question I wanted to ask ? It was so long ago I've forgotten ! Back Soon, Rose

Found it. Yup, that one is clear. No doubt about it. It's a bit naughty though for serious auctioneers don't you think? On eBay it woyld be a different matter... almost the norm !!

If anyone has an example of a genuinely clear "inverted A for V" - I'd love to see a picture (any denomination coin), pleeaaase !

I've attached the picture from London Coins (1175) .... Apparently it is E / A in both DEI and GVLIELMVS plus an inverted A. Has anyone seen a clear inverted A? They always look like a clogged up V to me. If this attribution is accurate, it has to be hugely desirable doesn't it ? I remain unconvinced