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<p>[QUOTE="sf340flier, post: 144782, member: 5806"]Jim,</p><p><br /></p><p>I am no expert on cents, but I did consult the PCGS Counterfeit Detetcion Guide (pages 307-308). Here is what I gather from it: </p><p><br /></p><p>The mint mark here is questionable. If you have access to the PCGS book, consult with it to see pictures of genuine mint marks. The "S" appears too thick on the top and too pointed in the bottom, IMO.</p><p><br /></p><p>Also, it is very hard to tell from the photo, but can you see a die gouge from the rim just above the RU and a die chip in the B in LIBERTY? I can't see these from your photos, but if they are there, that would be indicative of a genuine coin.</p><p><br /></p><p>There also should be a die gouge extending from the left wheat stalk, which I think I might be able to see. This would also be normal for a genuine issue. </p><p><br /></p><p>I don't know if this is possible, but sending it in for slabbing would be a great test...you would find out for sure. Again, I am no expert, and I'd hate to tell you this wasn't genuine when it really was...it certainly seems questionable though.</p><p><br /></p><p>Hope this helps.</p><p><br /></p><p>Jim[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>
[QUOTE="sf340flier, post: 144782, member: 5806"]Jim, I am no expert on cents, but I did consult the PCGS Counterfeit Detetcion Guide (pages 307-308). Here is what I gather from it: The mint mark here is questionable. If you have access to the PCGS book, consult with it to see pictures of genuine mint marks. The "S" appears too thick on the top and too pointed in the bottom, IMO. Also, it is very hard to tell from the photo, but can you see a die gouge from the rim just above the RU and a die chip in the B in LIBERTY? I can't see these from your photos, but if they are there, that would be indicative of a genuine coin. There also should be a die gouge extending from the left wheat stalk, which I think I might be able to see. This would also be normal for a genuine issue. I don't know if this is possible, but sending it in for slabbing would be a great test...you would find out for sure. Again, I am no expert, and I'd hate to tell you this wasn't genuine when it really was...it certainly seems questionable though. Hope this helps. Jim[/QUOTE]
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