Hi,I have seen American trade dollar 1793,not sure if its real as its mintage started in 1873.I am posting its pictures,could anyone of you verify if its real or fake.Also,if its real then what is its worth.(My mobile cam resolution is not so good so please bear with me Thank you all.Happy new year Again.
As you already stated, the coins weren’t signed into law and production started until 1873. So, it’s a fake. I’m curious if it’s ferrous or nonferrous metal? Is it attracted to a magnet?
That is why i preferred taking your suggestion and guidance before making a purchase! The problem for me was that it did not attracted to magnet which made me curious and wanted to confirm it from you gentlemen.Man,these markets are full of fakes,one has to be very careful in purchasing dollars.
I’ve come across a bunch of stuff from Flea Market vendors that are decent looking fakes. What I normal see are the Mexican Reales of Eight and Morgans that are some kind of alloy but not silver. They usually have a weird overall appearance (almost appear as dull over cleaned) and usually something is off for the particular coin from hair to date placement or spacing to a bunch of other things. I usually purchase with intent. I go to dealers looking for specific items that I already have done my homework on. I have no issue with breaking out reference material to assure that a coin is authentic. I usually have Walter Breen's Complete Encyclopedia of US and Colonial Coins in my car when I’m on the prowl for new coins. http://www.amazon.com/Walter-Breens-Complete-Encyclopedia-Colonial/dp/0385142072
