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I'd be surprised if this one is genuine: "1795 Draped Bust silver dollar"
braddick
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It is silver and weighs what it should. A local dealer owns this coin and he's had it for awhile. My opinion upon seeing these raw is the same opinion I have when I see a raw 1916-D Mercury dime (probably a counterfeit. Whether of current fashion of a contemporary.). Genuine or not (and I lean toward 'not') it does appear damaged probably a fire or at least environmental.
Here it is. If anyone could point out characteristics I could then show the dealer as to your conclusion.
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Possibly a few extra better photos:
First it is an off-center (only one). Here is the coin facts image.
But here is @burfle23 article on the counterfeits.
https://coinweek.com/counterfeit-small-eagle-off-center-draped-bust-dollars-fun-with-fakes/
Note: he has the obverse vampire mark on the neck and then the shoulder cut as 'markers' for it. I see both on the OP.
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RLJ 1958 - 2023
Actually that counterfeit is the centered 1795 Draped Bust variety.
"Vampire Counterfeit"
Love it!
Certainly the above shows that- even better in hand.
Thanks for the info. guys. My gut said fake and now I can approach with evidence.
wait for pup. i think that will be better proof