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Re: (EDIT) Fake 1804 1c (Draped Bust Half Cent)
The best way to arm yourself against counterfeits is to look at lots of coins, real and fake. You'll start to pick up on the differences. Also, basic references on counterfeit detection can cove… (View Post)2 -
Re: Biggest US coinage "Flop?"
Much as I try not to hate on the SBA, I think it is the biggest flop issued for circulation. When you compare the government's stated objectives for the coin, and its actual performance in comme… (View Post)1 -
Re: British Kings "Bullet Book", Edward III, 1327 - 1377
6 Shillings, 8 pence, is 80 pence. Since large denomination coins were still new, it made sense to initially value them in multiples of the more familiar penny. As others have mentioned, coins were r… (View Post)1 -
Re: Good listening music to collect coins by.
Pink Floyd's "Money" of course! (View Post)4 -
Re: I bought five tickets at my coin club raffle tonight...
Wow! It's been years since our club has been able to do a tenth ounce gold eagle in our raffle. Congrats on the big win! (View Post)1