Dec 29, 2007, 06:14 PM
#1
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,
MM
*Oldest coin-1775 Spanish 1 real *Oldest U.S. silver-1833 Capped Bust Half Dime *Best coin - 1945 GOLD 2 1/2 peso *Best Civil War finds:*NC officers belt buckle *CSN Confederate Navy Officer button
Dec 29, 2007, 06:30 PM
#2
Re: Lady Mercury?
sweet detail could i see a picture of the back ,very nice what ever it is
Dec 29, 2007, 06:36 PM
#3
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.
Dec 29, 2007, 09:36 PM
#4
Re: Lady Mercury?
GOSH THAT IS THE BEST FIND I HAVE SEEN ON TNET SO FAR DEFENATLY A BANNER ITEM.
Dec 29, 2007, 09:54 PM
#5
Re: Lady Mercury?
Originally Posted by
imafishingnutt
GOSH THAT IS THE BEST FIND I HAVE SEEN ON TNET SO FAR DEFENATLY A BANNER ITEM.
Thanks. I wish.
-MM-
*Oldest coin-1775 Spanish 1 real *Oldest U.S. silver-1833 Capped Bust Half Dime *Best coin - 1945 GOLD 2 1/2 peso *Best Civil War finds:*NC officers belt buckle *CSN Confederate Navy Officer button
Dec 29, 2007, 10:16 PM
#6
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...
Dec 29, 2007, 10:17 PM
#7
Re: Lady Mercury?
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.
*Oldest coin-1775 Spanish 1 real *Oldest U.S. silver-1833 Capped Bust Half Dime *Best coin - 1945 GOLD 2 1/2 peso *Best Civil War finds:*NC officers belt buckle *CSN Confederate Navy Officer button
Dec 29, 2007, 10:18 PM
#8
Re: Lady Mercury?
Hey Doug... Google the "Roman Godess of War, Minerva"
Common late 19th century theme...
Dec 29, 2007, 10:28 PM
#9
Re: Lady Mercury?
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.
-MM-
*Oldest coin-1775 Spanish 1 real *Oldest U.S. silver-1833 Capped Bust Half Dime *Best coin - 1945 GOLD 2 1/2 peso *Best Civil War finds:*NC officers belt buckle *CSN Confederate Navy Officer button
Dec 29, 2007, 10:33 PM
#10
Re: Lady Mercury?
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
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
Dec 29, 2007, 10:44 PM
#11
Re: Lady Mercury?
Are you sure it isn't a dude - Perseus ? (The guy that cut Medusa's head off)
http://images.google.com/imgres?imgu...LD:en%26sa%3DN
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Dec 30, 2007, 07:30 AM
#12
Re: Lady Mercury?
Awesome BANNER find Doug!!!
Congrats and keep that good Mojo going buddy!! Wooowhooo!
BDoo
"I'm a finder, not a loser!"
Dec 30, 2007, 07:45 AM
#13
The King of Trash
Re: Lady Mercury?
WTG MM on the banner and that sure is a beautie ! YOU DA MAN
Dec 30, 2007, 07:58 AM
#14
Gypsyheart~ Queen of Rust
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
Dec 30, 2007, 08:35 AM
#15
Re: Lady Mercury?
Right on man im glad to see it on the banner . well deserved.
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