What kind of coin is this?

Discussion in 'US Coins Forum' started by AdamfromSweden, Aug 12, 2016.

  1. AdamfromSweden

    AdamfromSweden New Member

    Hello everybody!​
    So i got this coin and i can't find any information about it. So i hope that anyone that knows more about US coins can explain a little bit more.
    It's a fine dollar and it's really small.
    Thanks for you time.
    Adam.
     

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  3. Treashunt

    Treashunt The Other Frank

    a fake - not a coin.

    Hint: If they can't spell FIVE (it says FINE) it can't be US issue

    and welcome to the forum
     
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  4. Insider

    Insider Talent on loan from...

    Your coin looks like a crude counterfeit...the design is "off." Take a photo out of the holder and show the other side too.
     
  5. rickmp

    rickmp Frequently flatulent.

    "FINE DOLLARS" just screams FAKE.
     
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  6. AdamfromSweden

    AdamfromSweden New Member

    Thanks!
    I guess someone in Sweden had a boring time haha.
     
  7. chrisild

    chrisild Coin Collector

    The inscription "FINE DOLLAR" suggests that the creator of this piece wanted it to look like a coin without actually being mistaken for one. Maybe somebody made it as play money?

    Christian
     
  8. BooksB4Coins

    BooksB4Coins Newbieus Sempiterna

    I do not know the where's and why's, but these things are out there, and I've long assumed as some sort of novelty. The idea that it's a fake or counterfeit though is a bit much. If anything, it fits well with what is, and is infinitely more obvious, an acceptable "fantasy" piece is these days.
     
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  9. cpm9ball

    cpm9ball CANNOT RE-MEMBER

    First, welcome to the neighborhood, Adam!

    Second, you must also be careful where "fantasy" pieces are concerned because some of them are perfectly made to mimic the real thing, but in reality, are nothing more than good fakes. This is where a good working knowledge of the coins you are collecting is imperative and asking questions can keep you from making big mistakes.

    You must always bear in mind that if something looks too good to be true, it probably is.

    Chris
     
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  10. AdamfromSweden

    AdamfromSweden New Member

    Yeah! I'm new into coin collecting and all the coins i have i've gotten from a good friend of mine
     
  11. Omegaraptor

    Omegaraptor Gobrecht/Longacre Enthusiast

    Ever heard the name "Nixon Pennies"? That's what they are called.
     
  12. BooksB4Coins

    BooksB4Coins Newbieus Sempiterna

    Yes, I have, but only regarding tiny "cents". My post was only about those using Pratt's general Indian design. Perhaps they're considered the same; I don't know. Have you any evidence suggesting as much?
     
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