Understood. I was worried then you are correct I had forgot that I posted about that. It was not looted, that we know of. My Dad never left the...
it would not be "illegally". Time lost treasure, no one would own it. But nice "expert" opinion... sheesh man. Just ban me from here cause good lord.
I am sorry. I'm not trying to insult anyone.. Truly. I cant stop attempting to get to the bottom of this. I would be irresponsible, especially...
That golden sword is so unbelievably fake it's not even funny. Who tf besides the most selfish of persians, or decoration, would have a solid gold...
experts CANNOT authenticate online. Period. I appriciate all inputs but you just don't quite understand how stubborn I am. I have many, many...
Truly you're beautiful. I could not find who the artist was. Maybe he has some insight. Thanks!!!
It's a lead, its a uncanny likeness, which is a lead. And leads are things, motivation, to keep seeking :dead:
NC, USA. Found in Afghanistan, shipped from bangcock
Acetone has no effect. There are 3 clear layers of patina, including red.... that plus the pitting.... this is either real or S tier antiqued
ive done a lot of research since reddit, purchased a microscope. After that.... well the patina is not fake. The pitting in the metal.. hard for...
The met and Christie's have turned me away a few times. Christie's because it's not authenticated and doesn't "fit in a category", met unless I'm...
@komokwa Not that I'm trying to open this bag a worms again... but finding that painting kind of does in my opinion.
It has been a while since I posted on here about my swords. Life has been challenging, but so has research on my items. I'm just going to drop 3...
It took me 5 years after he passed to finally focus on it. Was too painful before. I agree, the stuff is beautiful and shows my dad's attention to...
Purple is my favorite color. Amethyst are magical, I love them too!
I just want to add I agree. I have hundreds of loose gems. Which are way more clear and finely cut. I also belive they are of more value. However,...
Ya if my dad was correct, his friend went all over, from what I understand, purchasing stuff from people. I assume some of those people would of...
Yea almost all the rings are scuffed. I have literally totes ox ein I can't overstate how much stuff I have. These rings I have totes full of...
I know.. I've never thought twice about gems and jewlry.. sheesh I love em now
Yea, definitely amethyst. Deep purple too!
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