Counterfeit Seated Liberty Half Help
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I found a counterfeit 1876 Seated Liberty Half in a roll this month. I don't know much about counterfeits so I was wondering if it's possible to tell if it is a newer of vintage fake and if it's foreign or domestic. Here are some pictures
The coin weighs about 8.3 grams. Size and thickness look about right. Any information would be appreciated.
The coin weighs about 8.3 grams. Size and thickness look about right. Any information would be appreciated.
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I'm guessing it's a contemporary counterfeit, meant to circulate at FV, crudely struck in pot metal (whatever that is) - but this is strictly a guess based on appearance on my part. Lots of other sharper knives in this forum drawer should comment.
I firmly believe in numismatics as the world's greatest hobby, but recognize that this is a luxury and without collectors, we can all spend/melt our collections/inventories.
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