Fake gold or real? How to test your gold. Here a few tools, techniques and tricks on recognizing real gold. Sadly, gold hallmarks are not 100% reliable, with unscrupulous people adding false ones especially...
Well, again it is time to dispell the rumours of what is real and what is fake in the collecting game. Time and time again, militaria and coin sellers purporting to offer real (made when they were supposed to...
Australa has long been amoung the largest gold-producing nations in the world. This fact is reflected in the level of international demand for our gold coins, many numismatists regard gold sovereigns as the...
Numismatics is one of the oldest hobbies in the world and one which is gaining new converts each year. There is also evidence to suggest that ancient Roman rulers collected coins of the classic Greek period,...
Royal Australian Mint 2003 Six Coin Proof Set, Australia's Volunteers "MAKING A DIFFERENCE"This outstanding proof set will ensure the drive and dedication of these tireless individuals is given lasting...
Australa has long been amoung the largest gold-producing nations in the world. This fact is reflected in the level of international demand for our gold coins, many numismatists regard gold sovereigns as the...
If you have a scanner try scanning coins.I find this is easier to get nice clear images than with a camera. Try different backgrounds -normal white backsheet of scanner or dark grey or black. I prefer the...
Introduction This is a very interesting and unfortunately, a very difficult question to answer. Unlike other numismatic areas, ancient numismatics has a diverse range of coins from a diverse range of cultures...