Liu Ciyun (formerly eBay's infamous “Jinghuashei”) often used the incorrect reverse dies on his coins.
True, Jim... unless the photo presents such overwhelming evidence that the coin is fake. IMO this photo meets that criteria.
Come on Hobo, you known the correct terminology is "replica" and are sold "only to make your collection more perfect" lol.
Unless you're making "fantasy" pieces.
lol
Let's hope so. This coin is 100% fake.
Correct, there are only 3 rays. However, I'm more concerned that the coin is not genuine, altered "s" or not.
There ya go! Gotta love the treehugger.
I'm not sure how to interpret this; whether or not the sale from the manufacturer is the first step in the distribution cycle. The HPA does state...
I thought the language was pretty clear, but apparently you're seeing something I'm not. I understand that mere possession of unmarked replicas is...
Personally, I think even at $30 it's overpriced by $29.99, DD or not.
Here's another... I like this one too: the coin is dark, like a car's windshield that someone writes "help me" on.
I wouldn't; people just walk by my desk and help themselves. [IMG]
Excellent book by the way and highly recommended reading: [IMG]
Well, the HPA states "original numistmatic item", which they define as: ..anything which has been a part of a coinage or issue which has been...
Well, before they had a "replica" category, the fakes were just thrown in with the regular listings. That's where the umarked copies will end up....
Googled your CT name and clicked "images"... a page full of coins. Nice....
Well, you could staple it into a 2x2 and list it on eBay for a ridiculous amount:...
Better check your mintage figures before making a comment like that. However, if you live on the east coast, "D" coins are somewhat less common.
Try to photograph your coin prior to accidentally scratching your slab.
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