Fake trade dollars

Best thing is to stick with slabbed trade dollars, IMHO.

 

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That said, I think that for lower grade pieces (think AG/G), it's probably a bit less likely to encounter a counterfeit piece. I've heard stories, of course, but wouldn't it take effort to wear down a fake to look heavily worn?

 

Could fool a novice or at a glance. Here’s a couple real ones of mine to compare

 

They are older fakes, easily spotted. Unfortunately they do a much better job on them now.