Never know whats in with the potaoes in the Netherlands

[BioProfessor]

Never know what's in with the potaoes in the Netherlands

Been detecting a newly harvested potato field here in the Netherlands. Most of the stuff has been from the 16th and 17th century. And then this pops out. Anybody recognize anything on the coin/token. I think the "E" looking symbol is the key. I'm guessing somewhere about 11th century and somewhere in central/southern Europe.

Thanks,

Daryl

 

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[sniffer]

Re: Never know what's in with the potaoes in the Netherlands

looks vaguely celtic

 

[BioProfessor]

Re: Never know what's in with the potaoes in the Netherlands

I checked all the Celtic and Saxon symbols and letters. Nothing even close. Just a weird coin/token. Nothing on it looks familiar.

Daryl

 

[curbdiggercarl57]

Re: Never know what's in with the potaoes in the Netherlands

Someone across the Pond should be able to identify that piece, give it time, they know their stuff.
Carl

 

[CRUSADER]

Re: Never know what's in with the potaoes in the Netherlands

Wow, that is special

Not like anything I have seen, it has a Saxon feel (late Saxon 10-11th C), however, it not English (I believe). I will do some book research & update.

Its a great find, I can feel it. lol WELL DONE

 

[shaun7]

Re: Never know what's in with the potaoes in the Netherlands

Nice one Daryl

 

[CRUSADER]

Re: Never know what's in with the potaoes in the Netherlands

Sorry, I can only narrow the search for those with time to research.

Its not English, Scottish, Irish.

I guess it will be circa 11th C.

I look forward to it being IDed.

 

[BioProfessor]

Re: Never know what's in with the potaoes in the Netherlands

I'm starting to lean towards French Deniers.

Daryl

 

[Woodland Detectors]

Re: Never know what's in with the potaoes in the Netherlands

Nice find! Looks like you've found a good spot out there. wtg!

 

[whynot]

Re: Never know what's in with the potaoes in the Netherlands

Looks similar to this:

Crusaders. Bohemond III of Antioch. 1162 – 1201 AD Nice silver denier

Crusaders. Bohemond III of Antioch. 1162 – 1201 AD. Silver denier. Obv: + BOAIIVNDVD, helmeted head of king in armor. Crescent and star. Rev: + ANTIOCNIA, Cross patee, crescent in quadrant. 17 mm; 0.7 g. Metcalf Crusades 382.

http://www.vcoins.com/ancient/ancientresource/store/viewItem.asp?idProduct=563

 

[CRUSADER]

Re: Never know what's in with the potaoes in the Netherlands

Looks similar to this:

Crusaders. Bohemond III of Antioch. 1162 – 1201 AD Nice silver denier

Crusaders. Bohemond III of Antioch. 1162 – 1201 AD. Silver denier. Obv: + BOAIIVNDVD, helmeted head of king in armor. Crescent and star. Rev: + ANTIOCNIA, Cross patee, crescent in quadrant. 17 mm; 0.7 g. Metcalf Crusades 382.

http://www.vcoins.com/ancient/ancientresource/store/viewItem.asp?idProduct=563

Thats a nice coin, I have one very similar in my collection, I used it as my Avatar at one time.

It did cross my mind as well that it looked a bit Crusade (ish) but I don't think it quite fits. Problem is, I'm clueless with most Foriegn coins.

Can't wait for an ID

 

[Silver Searcher]

Re: Never know what's in with the potaoes in the Netherlands

Very nice find Daryl

could only find one a bit similar

SS

 

[CRUSADER]

Re: Never know what's in with the potaoes in the Netherlands

Very nice find Daryl

could only find one a bit similar

SS

Thats pretty good, I hope it is Crusader, that would be very nice. I just haven't seen any coins without a Legend, normally the relms of Tokens etc.. (I know its not a token but it is a real odd one)

 

[BioProfessor]

Re: Never know what's in with the potaoes in the Netherlands

I still can't find any coin/token that has the funny "E" on them. I think that is the key. And I'm not sure if there is a bust there or not. Just a strange coin with "unfindable" symbols.

Thanks for all the help.

Daryl

 

[CRUSADER]

Re: Never know what's in with the potaoes in the Netherlands

I still can't find any coin/token that has the funny "E" on them. I think that is the key. And I'm not sure if there is a bust there or not. Just a strange coin with "unfindable" symbols.

Thanks for all the help.

Daryl

The 'bust right' is clearly in the photo (when you get your eye in)

 

[BioProfessor]

Re: Never know what's in with the potaoes in the Netherlands

I thought so but couldn't tell if I was looking at clouds or not.

Daryl

 

[Silver Searcher]

Re: Never know what's in with the potaoes in the Netherlands

I thought so but couldn't tell if I was looking at clouds or not.

Daryl

Yes defenetly right facing bust and I think that's the key to finding the correct ID

SS,

 

[spartacus53]

Re: Never know what's in with the potaoes in the Netherlands

Sorry I can't ID it, but I can appreciate that nice find

 

[Jadish]

Re: Never know what's in with the potaoes in the Netherlands

Just thinking.......Given that The Netherlands used to be conquered by the Spanish for quite some time, could it have some Spanish origins?

 

[Woodland Detectors]

Re: Never know what's in with the potaoes in the Netherlands

Bump