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  1. Dec 29, 2007, 06:14 PM
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    MINERVA - Roman Goddess of War - ****UPDATE 4/24/09****

    Today I dug up this oval piece at the 1830's property. It is some sort of silver plated metal, and is about 2" tall. The back is hollow (follows the contour of the front). Looks like a lady wearing armor and a winged helmet. Lady Mercury?
    Any idea age, what this was, or who that is supposed to be on the front?
    Should make a nice display piece.
    Thank you,
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  2. Dec 29, 2007, 06:30 PM #2
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    Re: Lady Mercury?

    sweet detail could i see a picture of the back ,very nice what ever it is
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  3. Dec 29, 2007, 06:36 PM #3
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    Re: Lady Mercury?

    Any place for a pin on the back? That design was very popular in the 1800's. I have seen a brooch very similar to that.
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  4. Dec 29, 2007, 09:36 PM #4
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    Re: Lady Mercury?

    GOSH THAT IS THE BEST FIND I HAVE SEEN ON TNET SO FAR DEFENATLY A BANNER ITEM.
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    Quote Originally Posted by imafishingnutt
    GOSH THAT IS THE BEST FIND I HAVE SEEN ON TNET SO FAR DEFENATLY A BANNER ITEM.
    Thanks. I wish.
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  6. Dec 29, 2007, 10:16 PM #6
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    Re: Lady Mercury?

    I cannot remember her name Doug... Lemme do some looking...

    She is a common theme... Very kewl find...

    PBK would tell ya in a heartbeat...
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    Quote Originally Posted by Montana Jim
    I cannot remember her name Doug... Lemme do some looking...

    She is a common theme... Very kewl find...

    PBK would tell ya in a heartbeat...
    Thanks Jim.
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    Hey Doug... Google the "Roman Godess of War, Minerva"

    Common late 19th century theme...
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  9. Dec 29, 2007, 10:28 PM
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    Quote Originally Posted by Montana Jim
    Hey Doug... Google the "Roman Godess of War, Minerva"

    Late 19th centry theme...
    Jim,
    You da Man!!!
    Thank you for that ID.
    Here's a few pictures I found on other sites.
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  10. Dec 29, 2007, 10:33 PM #10
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    Quote Originally Posted by Tin Nugget
    Any place for a pin on the back? That design was very popular in the 1800's. I have seen a brooch very similar to that.
    Tin! You might have seen it right here on T-Net!

    http://forum.treasurenet.com/index.p...c,79662.0.html

    http://forum.treasurenet.com/index.p...c,92858.0.html

    Quote Originally Posted by ModernMiner
    Jim,
    You da Man!!!
    Thank you for that ID.
    Here's a few pictures I found on other sites.
    -MM-
    Doug - No problem... check ut this site that PBK has shared many times here before... http://www.iwantbuttons.com/trays/WRBA/2003/image40.htm

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    Re: Lady Mercury?

    Are you sure it isn't a dude - Perseus ? (The guy that cut Medusa's head off)

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    Re: Lady Mercury?

    Awesome BANNER find Doug!!!
    Congrats and keep that good Mojo going buddy!! Wooowhooo!

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    WTG MM on the banner and that sure is a beautie ! YOU DA MAN
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  14. Dec 30, 2007, 07:58 AM #14
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    Re: Lady Mercury?

    I dont think its Minerva......Minerva didnt have wings on her helmet

    I go a great distance,while some are considering whether they will start today or tomorrow
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  15. Dec 30, 2007, 08:35 AM #15
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    Re: Lady Mercury?

    Right on man im glad to see it on the banner . well deserved.
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