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Thank you so much for your informative and insightful reply to my query about the gold coin. I am very grateful for your expertise and knowledge. I am fascinated by the possibility that the coin is a magic or astrological talisman. The scorpion is a symbol of power and protection in many cultures, and the Star of David is also sometimes associated with magic and the occult. I am still learning about the coin and its possible meanings. I am grateful for your help in this process. I am open to all suggestions about any way to reach the origin of the coin, and I appreciate any help that you can provide.

Thank you for your inquiry. I already checked with a jewelry specialist to assess the purity of the 21 carat gold or above. The specialist used a combination of methods to test the gold, including: Visual inspection: The specialist examined the gold for any signs of discoloration or impurities. Hallmark test: The specialist looked for a hallmark on the gold, which is a stamp that indicates the purity of the metal. Acid test: The specialist applied a small amount of acid to the gold to see how it reacted. Pure gold is resistant to acid, so if the gold dissolved, it indicated that it was not pure. Based on these tests, the jewelry specialist confirmed that the gold is above 21 carat pure.

Thank you for your suggestion! I never considered that before, but it makes a lot of sense. The Star of Solomon is a powerful symbol, and it's possible that this coin was used for magical purposes. I'm still trying to age the coin, but it's difficult to do without XRF analysis. However, based on the style of the engraving and the fact that it was found in Egypt, I believe that it is likely to be from the Middle Ages or even earlier. I'm really excited to learn more about this coin. It's such a unique and fascinating object.

Thanks for your response. Actually I don't have access to XRF analysis, but my colleague who is still in Egypt took the picture, so I'm assuming it was found there. I'm still learning about ancient coins, but I'm fascinated by this one. It's so unique and different from anything I've seen before. I'm curious to know more about its meaning and purpose. So, if you have any suggestions I will be thankful

You're right, it's not a coin in the traditional sense. It doesn't have any writing or ruler image or national attributes. However, it is a gold coin, and it was likely used as an amulet or symbol for something.

I want to identify the exact age of the attached coin. I think it may be of Jewish heritage, and it is possible that it dates back to the Middle Ages or even earlier. The coin is a very unique and valuable object, and it is important to learn as much as we can about it