Favorite Finds - International

November 2019 has 3 WINNERS!!!

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WINNER #1
My first international favorite find for November 2019 is the Silver Hoard of 177 Coins, found by Co B. from Europe with his AT Max.

Co’s story: Finding a silver hoard. It all started when I got a call from a carpenter I sometimes work with. He told me he found a big silver coin in his garden. And he knew I was into metal detecting so he asked if I knew how to clean the coin. And if I wanted, I could go over the ground with my metal detector to see if I could find one for myself. The coin he found was a silver Dukaat from 1794.

So I started metal detecting in the garden and after 1 minute I found another big silver coin. It was a 3 Gulden from late 1700’s. I was already over the moon by this find and started detecting a bit more. One after another came out of the ground. It took me 4 evenings and one day in total to get all the coins out of the ground. And ended up with a load of silver coins. 177 coins in total. All 1600's and 1700's silver. I dug them all up with my Garrett AT MAX. Still can't believe it. It's something you always dream of finding. I feel very lucky to have found this silver hoard.

With kind regards, Co.
Co B. WINS a Pro-Pointer AT Z-Lynk™ and Garrett® MS-3 Wireless Kit!
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WINNER #2
My second international favorite find for November 2019 is the Bronze Cross with Diamonds, found by Patryk S. from Europe with his AT Pro.

Patryk’s story: Hey Garrett. Exactly one year ago I bought my first detector, Garrett AT Pro. Yesterday I make such a fantastic discovery, bronze cross with Diamonds. Happy Hunting friends from Cold and rainy Poland.

Patryk:)
Patryk S. WINS a Pro-Pointer AT Z-Lynk™ and Garrett® MS-3 Wireless Kit!
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WINNER #3
My third international favorite find for November 2019 is the Teobaldos Gold Coin, found by Mario S. from Europe with his Ace 300i.

Mario’s story: I am writing again to tell you my new great find. It is a gold coin, belonging to the dynasty of the "Teobaldos" (Kings of French origin, who ruled the Kingdom of Navarre during the fourteenth century). The discovery was made a few kilometers from the Monjardin Castle, in a forest. I was very excited because I had been exploring the area for several days, and I had not found more than scrap metal. I used a GARRETT 300i detector.

Mario
Mario S. WINS a Pro-Pointer AT Z-Lynk™ and Garrett® MS-3 Wireless Kit!
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October 2019

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WINNER #1
My international favorite find for October 2019 is the Centenary of Colonisation Medallion 1888, found by Jacob B. from Australia with his AT Pro International.

Jacob's story: I found this medallion deep in the Australian bush at the homesite of an 1880's coal miner.

I only recently acquired the AT Pro International which means I am still getting used to all the tones and target ID's. However, I got a solid 80 signal only at 5cm. I brushed away the leaf litter to reveal the medallion sitting on the top of the dirt. The medallion was issued in 1888 and commemorates the centenary of the colonisation of Australia. The front features Captain Cook, who originally settled Australia in 1788, and the back shows an old map of Australia and its colonies, before federation. Nowadays places such as 'North Australia' no longer exist.

This is definitely one of my best finds to date!
Jacob B. WINS a Pro-Pointer AT Z-Lynk™ and Garrett® MS-3 Wireless Kit!
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WINNER #2
My second international favorite find for October 2019 is the Ancient Roman Republic Aes Grave coin 217 bc, found by Mario K. from Europe with his AT Max.

Mario's story: Obverse: Bronze cast laureate bust of bearded Roman God Janus. Reverse: Bronze cast prow of ship galley to the left, mark of value above. Great terrain, great detector and great finds…there's more…
Mario K WINS a Pro-Pointer AT Z-Lynk™ and Garrett® MS-3 Wireless Kit!
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September 2019

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WINNER #1
My international favorite find for September 2019 is the Viking Sword Pommel from 875-950ad, found by Andy G. from the U.K. with his Ace 300i.

Andy's story: On my 6th dig in the UK, having previously only found a few minor relics (leather mounts or 17th century furniture mounts), I found a Viking sword pommel type Petersen O made in silver with gold inlaid panels! With some research I found this design was only made between 875 and 950ad!

Over a thousand years old and in stunning condition!!! Not at all bad for a complete newbie!
Andy G. WINS a Pro-Pointer AT Z-Lynk™ and Garrett® MS-3 Wireless Kit!
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WINNER #2
My second international favorite find for September 2019 is the Celtic Gold Quarter Stater around 100bc, found by Leon B. from Europe with his ACE 250.

Leon's story: Let me start by telling you my story of how I got into detecting. I was walking with my father on his land when he stopped and noticed a coin on top of a mole hill. It was Napoleon 3rd. So I had to buy myself a metal detector and see what other treasures might be lurking. I looked online and bought myself a Garrett ACE 250.

Immediately i started finding many cool finds. After three years of detecting on my father's land and many cool finds later (ww1, ww2 medals, 13th century coins and templar jetons/tokens), I found this stunning Celtic gold quarter stater around 100bc. The best find so far! My heart stopped and couldn't believe what I had just found.
Leon B. WINS a Pro-Pointer AT Z-Lynk™ and Garrett® MS-3 Wireless Kit!
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WINNER #3
My third international favorite find for September 2019 is the Carlos y Juana Series 1536 Coin, found by Miguel B. from Mexico with his ACE 250.

Miguel's story: Today was cloudy and very comfortable for hunting so I said "here I go again" and headed to a cornfield that has not been used for a long time. Starting with some current coins and tons of aluminum beer cans and some more trash, then suddenly I heard a clear and strong signal of my old and loyal buddy Ace 250 that every metal detectorist recognizes. So I started to dig and there It was… A 1535 to 1536 silver 1 Real, known as Carlos y Juana series. The history says that Its family were the first coins made by "La casa de moneda de Mexico", that means "The house of the coin of Mexico", the oldest in the whole America. And I said wow!!! I'm very happy to be with my partner 250 again and very excited for participating in The Find of the Month and belong to this big Garrett Metal Detectors family.
Miguel B. WINS a Pro-Pointer AT Z-Lynk™ and Garrett® MS-3 Wireless Kit!
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WINNER #4
My fourth international favorite find for September 2019 is the Medal for Wives & Mothers of Soldiers who served in WW1, found by Sam Z. from Australia with his AT Pro.

I was out detecting a 5 km beach track not far from my house with my AT Pro when I dug up this little beauty. It was only a couple of inches deep in sandy soil. It's a medal issued in 1917 to wives & mothers of soldiers who served in WW1. Made by Stokes & Sons, who produced many of Australia's medals & medallions. Sterling silver & such a stunning piece.

One of my favorite finds to date.
Sam Z. WINS a Pro-Pointer AT Z-Lynk™ and Garrett® MS-3 Wireless Kit!
Next month Vaughan will give away a Pro-Pointer AT Z-Lynk™ and Garrett® MS-3 Wireless Kit! You could be the next winner!

AUGUST 2019 HAS THREE WINNERS!!!

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WINNER #1
My international favorite find for August 2019 is the Wax-Seal Matrix, found by Bjorn D. from Norway, with his Ace 400i.

Bjorn's story: I did not know what a wax-seal matrix was before I saw The Hoover Boys on one of their digs in The UK. Then my jaw just dropped!!

Editor's note: Wax seals date back to the middle ages.

Bjorn D. WINS a Pro-Pointer AT Z-Lynk™ and Garrett® MS-3 Wireless Kit!
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WINNER #2
My second international favorite find for August 2019 is the Late Medieval/Tudor Seal Matrix, circa 13th-16th century, found by Gareth J. from the U.K. with his Ace 400i.

Gareth's story: Garrett brought me back from depression, from the brink of suicide! When I lost my dad I went down hill hadn't touched a detector since. When my mum fell ill I hit the bottom! But once you hit the bottom there's only one other way to go and that's up!

My best friend that owns some land bought me a detector and told me to get out there! I didn't want to hurt his feelings so after visiting and hugging mum I grabbed the Garrett and went for a swing with positive thoughts on my mind. Clear day, sun was shining, not a cloud in the sky. And what a day it was, signals everywhere, and good signals! Coins, thimbles, buttons. But then the best signal was walking back to the car…Boom! A medieval seal matrix...wow what a find...so that's it! No more bad thoughts, no more illnesses I hope, but the Garrett has brought me home! I'm back in the field and best of all we got some good news! My mum will be along next time too.....thanks Garrett. I'll be true to you for ever!

This seal matrix is engraved with a Royal Crown, and was used for sealing important documents from the local castle.

Gareth J. WINS a Pro-Pointer AT Z-Lynk™ and Garrett® MS-3 Wireless Kit!
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WINNER #3
My third international favorite find for August 2019 is the Gold Fortuna Pendant, found by Wayne H. from Alberta, Canada, with his AT Gold.

Wayne's story: As there are not a lot of historical areas where I live, I was out in a school soccer field one afternoon with my AT Gold Detector. I usually find coins, some rings, various other items. I suddenly picked up a strong but jumpy signal. Dropping down on my knees and using my pin-pointer, I started narrowing down the area. Something shiny was emerging. I thought oh another Loonie (Canadian $1.00 coin) but when I pulled it out it was a gold colored pendant with a female image on it. As I flipped it over I read, Suisse 5g Fine Gold 999.9. I was completely amazed, I had found a pure gold pendant. Upon researching the image I found out it was of the Roman goddess Fortuna (goddess of fortune). Fortunate for me, and by far my greatest find ever. Thanks Garrett for an incredible machine!

Wayne H. WINS a Pro-Pointer AT Z-Lynk™ and Garrett® MS-3 Wireless Kit!
Next month Vaughan will give away a Pro-Pointer AT Z-Lynk™ and Garrett® MS-3 Wireless Kit! You could be the next winner!

JULY 2019 HAS TWO WINNERs!!!

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WINNER #1
My international favorite finds for July 2019 are the Two Gold Coins in the Same Hole, found by Warren H. from the UK with his AT Max.

Warren's story: I was out in well-coiled fields on Friday the 19th of July, It had just started raining and I was making my way back to the gate and home for the day. I picked up a strong but jumpy signal on my trusty AT Max and decide to give it one more before the heavens opened.

I nearly fell over with shock when I saw a yellow gleam and shakily retrieved an amazing 1877 Half Sovereign with Victoria's head staring at me. Resisting the urge to clean it I carefully put it away and did what every good detectorist should 'check the hole'.

Imagine the look of shock on my face when I had another strong signal. A few seconds later I had in my hand an 1872 Full Sovereign! 2 golds, one hole. When does that EVER happen?

Here's hoping it happens again soon. Thanks Garrett! Amazing machine and crossed 2 items off my wish list in less than 12 months of detecting!

Warren H. WINS a Pro-Pointer AT Z-Lynk™ and Garrett® MS-3 Wireless Kit!
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WINNER #2
My second international favorite find for July 2019 is the New Zealand Ring, found by Leigh H. from New Zealand with his Ace 400i.

Leigh's story: My best find so far! I found it on a beach in New Zealand this month. I was using my Garrett Ace 400i. I was amazed how deep this was on the beach and when my wife and I dug it out it was unrecognisable as it was encrusted in a black type of rock like material. We took it home and carefully removed the crusty material to reveal this ring. It looks very old and hand made from some type of bronze or copper.

I intend to research its history if possible. It was so exiting to find something so unusual. We are relatively new to metal detecting and it has spurred us on to do more. I have just purchased a Garrett Sea Hunter as the beach is our favourite place to search and it works great.

Leigh H. WINS a Pro-Pointer AT Z-Lynk™ and Garrett® MS-3 Wireless Kit!
Next month Vaughan will give away a Pro-Pointer AT Z-Lynk™ and Garrett® MS-3 Wireless Kit! You could be the next winner!

JUNE 2019 HAS THREE WINNERS!!!

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WINNER #1
My International Favorite Find for June 2019 is the set of Three Roman Coin Pendants, found by Dmitry A. from Europe with his Ace 350.

Dmitry's story: One weeks ago, I found an amazing treasure. It was three gold coins converted into pendants. It dates from the Roman Empire era. It was one of the best day of my life!

Dmitry A. WINS a Pro-Pointer AT Z-Lynk™ and Garrett® MS-3 Wireless Kit!
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WINNER #2
My second International Favorite Find for June 2019 is the Antique Golden Ring with Stones Inlay, found by Frank K. from Europe with the AT Max.

Frank's story: Last night we went searching near an old mansion. Not much luck there so we moved on to the woods nearby to search the trails. When I was just about to give up and go home there it was...a loud beep with a 50 ID on the AT Max. Dug the hole and there it was!!

I found myself this amazing antique golden ring with stone inlays!!! We think it is shaped as edelweiss but that is still open for some discussion. This was one of those rare days that hopes, dreams and promises all came true in a blink of an eye!!!

Frank K. WINS a Pro-Pointer AT Z-Lynk™ and Garrett® MS-3 Wireless Kit!
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WINNER #3
My third International Favorite Find for June 2019 is the 1885 Gold Sovereign, found by John M. from Australia with his AT Pro.

John's story: This has been a real bucket list item for me. I was out in a small town site in the wheatbelt of Western Australia, relic hunting with my AT PRO. Not having much luck throughout the beginning of the day, finding lots of lead and modern bottle caps. My first promising signals producing one penny and a modern Australia $1 coin.

Then there it was not long after, my first Gold coin, an 1885 sovereign laying only 1" beneath the surface right next to an old foundation of what used to be the rural bank. Im definitely getting addicted to this hobby and loving my Garrett Detector!

John M. WINS a Pro-Pointer AT Z-Lynk™ and Garrett® MS-3 Wireless Kit!
Next month Vaughan will give away a Pro-Pointer AT Z-Lynk™ and Garrett® MS-3 Wireless Kit! You could be the next winner!

MAY 2019 HAS TWO WINNER!!!

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WINNER #1
My international favorite find for May 2019 is the silver Roman coin (27 BC to 14 AD period), found by Marcel S. from Europe with his AT Max.

Marcel's story: I had received permission from a farmer to search his field on May 1 before sowing it in the evening. After a few coins, it came up as a tight 77, a beautiful sound on the Garrett AT Max. It was a Silver Roman coin, August Denarius, date 27 BC to 14 AD. After years of metal detecting with the Garrett, my first silver Roman coin who is now shining in the display cabinet. I am happy, happy, happy and I am proud to represent Garrett with the Garrett AT Max.

Now I can wait half a year until in October when it is plowed to walk again in that field with max hope to find even more.

Marcel S. WINS a Pro-Pointer AT Z-Lynk™ and Garrett® MS-3 Wireless Kit!
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WINNER #2
My second international favorite find is the lot of seven silver coins from 1856, found by Yoann S. from Europe with his ACE 250.

Yoann's story: Today, 6am Sunday, 19 May 2019. I did not know where to go, so I went back to the great meadow and big forest one hour from the home that I adore. At the spot, I decided to go down to the forest's backyard, to go where no one is going. In a small place of grass, I picked up a beep, beep, beep, a signal and another signal, and again and again, so I think that it is the waste of hikers.

I searched the grass zone and found nothing else, so I went back closer to the area I called "polluted" and decided to make a hole. And a big piece came out of the ground! I started rubbing it, and said, "It's silver!" Right away, I made another hole and the sound of a big silver coin sounded everywhere; the detector howled. Seven pieces came from the ground altogether, all beautiful.

There was nobody to make my pictures, so I made them alone! Thanks to the Garrett team.

Yoann S. WINS a Pro-Pointer AT Z-Lynk™ and Garrett® MS-3 Wireless Kit!
Next month Vaughan will give away a Pro-Pointer AT Z-Lynk™ and Garrett® MS-3 Wireless Kit! You could be the next winner!

APRIL 2019 HAS THREE WINNERS!!!

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WINNER #1
My international favorite find for April 2019 is the B.C. Coin Matrix, found by Paul S. from the U.K. with his AT Pro.

Paul's story: Hi all at Garrett. Day started like normal. About 2 hrs into a dig with a group of friends I got a really strong signal on my Garrett AT Pro about 5 inches down found a peace of bronze with strange markings on one end. As this is my first year of detecting I was unsure of what it was I put it into my bag and carried on searching. A bit later on I showed it to my friends that's when the day went a bit crazy.

It was explained to me as very rare object used to make casting molds for bronze coins dating from 20 to 60 years bc.The rest of the day was a bit of a daze. It has now been recorded by a Finds Liaison officer as a find of national importance and the only one ever found in the England. The next stage is to the British museum for further research. Thank you all at Garrett for making this very special day possible.

Kind regards Paul

Paul S. WINS a Pro-Pointer AT Z-Lynk™ and Garrett® MS-3 Wireless Kit!
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WINNER #2
My second international favorite find is the 1st-2nd Century B.C. Roman Gold Ring with Gem, found by Andrew F. from Europe.

Andrew's story: Hello Garrett Company! My success story is related to my favorite metal detector, Garrett AT PRO. He brought me many good finds and unforgettable emotions. In March 2019, on a plowed field, Garrett AT PRO brought me a unique find. After three hours of searching, the numeric identifier on the display showed 63 - 65. A rather interesting target, I thought. The signal was clear in both directions, despite the fact that the goal lay quite deep. Finally, I turned the third lump of earth with a spade and rang the cottage over it. The goal was localized.

As it turned out later, it was a gold Roman ring with a gem, which could serve as an imprint of the seal. Perhaps he was worn by a Roman legionary or a wealthy merchant, around the 2nd - 1st century BC. And the depicted pictures on it have a clearly mythological interpretation. I cannot convey in words the feelings during the discovery. I was just happy.

With best regards, Andrew F. from Europe

Andrew F. WINS a Pro-Pointer AT Z-Lynk™ and Garrett® MS-3 Wireless Kit!
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WINNER #3
My third international favorite find is the pair of German WW2 binoculars made by Carl Zeiss, found by Bostjan V. from Europe with his AT Pro.

Bostjan's story: Hi. This is my best find of this month. German WW2 binoculars by Carl Zeiss. i find it near the road where Germans surrendered here. I hope you will like it.

Bostjan

Bostjan V. WINS a Pro-Pointer AT Z-Lynk™ and Garrett® MS-3 Wireless Kit!
Next month Vaughan will give away a Pro-Pointer AT Z-Lynk™ and Garrett® MS-3 Wireless Kit! You could be the next winner!

MARCH 2019 HAS TWO WINNERS!!!

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WINNER #1
My international favorite find for March 2019 is the Silver Prague Cache, found by Daniel P. from Europe with his Ace 400i.

Daniel's story: Hello dear Garrett company! In February 2019, Garrett 400i found for me a treasure of silver coins of the end of the XlV - the beginning of the 15th century. It consisted of 970 Prague groszy Charles l and Vaclav lV. As well as 10 silver hryvnia.

Even the pot in which they lay, perfectly preserved! This is a real miracle! It was one of the best days of my life! Thanks!

Daniel P.

Daniel P. WINS a Pro-Pointer AT Z-Lynk™ and Garrett® MS-3 Wireless Kit!
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WINNER #2
My second international favorite find for March 2019 is the Golden Aureus of the Roman Emperor Carus Coin, found by Sergey M. from Europe with his Ace 150.

Sergey's story: I remember the beginning of spring 2017 especially. It was a warm sunny day. The snow has already melted. The forest smelled of freshness and first flowers. I smoothly waved the garrett Ace 150 metal detector from side to side and enjoyed the awakening of nature. Suddenly I heard an acquaintance, such a pleasant ear signal - ding! Once again ding - ding! I started digging. Carefully turned out a lump of earth with a shovel. Pinpoint pinpointed the target under the coil. It was a gold coin! The Golden Aureus of the Roman Emperor Carus (AD 282- 283).

I was a bit shocked! Joy filled the soul! Even the simplest metal detector is capable of a miracle! Thanks to the company Garrett!

Sergey M.

Sergey M. WINS a Pro-Pointer AT Z-Lynk™ and Garrett® MS-3 Wireless Kit!
Next month Vaughan will give away a Pro-Pointer AT Z-Lynk™ and Garrett® MS-3 Wireless Kit! You could be the next winner!

FEBRUARY 2019 HAS THREE WINNERS!!!

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WINNER #1
My international favorite find for February 2019 is the 15.92 gram Golden Ring, discovered by Velentine B. from Europe with his Ace 250.

Hello, I want to tell my success story, as I found a valuable find using a detector. I went to an abandoned beach in the countryside, so to speak, to hunt for artifacts. I did not expect that I would find something like this! My detector detected a signal and I began to diligently drip. When I dug a hole, I couldn't believe my eyes, I saw a golden ring!!! I was filled with emotions! I danced from happiness!!! The weight of this ring is 15.92 grams.

Presumably by one version the ring belonged to a group of Thracian tribes and dates back to 1-3 centuries AD. According to another version, the golden ring of Rome, 9th century. In any case, the find is super!!!

Velentine B. WINS a Pro-Pointer AT Z-Lynk™ and Garrett® MS-3 Wireless Kit!
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WINNER #2
My second international favorite find for February 2019 is the Gold Roman Aureus Gordian III Coin, discovered by Leonid L. from Europe with his AT Pro.

Hello, Garrett! I want to thank you and tell about my emotions which I experienced when I found my first gold coin thanks to Garrett AT Pro. This Roman Aureus Gordian III Coin. I found it in spacious field. This field has given a lot of joy and impressions. This day will never forget, the whole world froze before my eyes and stopped for a minute when the detector discovered this wonderful find. I could not sleep at night after that, admired my own treasure all night. Thank you for the wonderful invention.

Leonid L. WINS a Pro-Pointer AT Z-Lynk™ and Garrett® MS-3 Wireless Kit!
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WINNER #3
My third international favorite find for February 2019 is the King Vladislav IV (1595-1648) Polish Coin, discovered by Nicolay K. from Europe with his Ace 350.

Hello dear Garrett! Here is my incredible find story. I feel without Garrett Ace 350 as without hands, so I often take him with me to nature. And once I was lucky one fine day to go on a outing that was the most memorable one in my life! In a spruce forest after several hours of searching, I found a path that led to a big old oak tree. There I found my treasure thanks to my detector Garrett Ace 350. Catching a signal by determining the exact location of the target, I started digging, looking forward to getting to the goal, I saw the shine of metal.

It was a silver Thaler. On the obverse depicts King Vladislav IV (1595-1648). Polish coin of 1635, diameter: 46mm., weight: 28.52 grams. Rare and beautiful artifact of the currency of the Cossack era in Ukraine. I was happy that beautiful day when I found a rare coin!!! My pupils of the eyes extended from euphoria!!! I am happy that I have a friend like Garrett, which doesn't let me down!

Nicolay K. WINS a Pro-Pointer AT Z-Lynk™ and Garrett® MS-3 Wireless Kit!
Next month Vaughan will give away a Pro-Pointer AT Z-Lynk™ and Garrett® MS-3 Wireless Kit! You could be the next winner!