Log in or Sign up
Coin Talk
Home
Forums
>
Coin Forums
>
Ancient Coins
>
2 new coins for my Roman republic collection
>
Reply to Thread
Message:
<p>[QUOTE="Marsyas Mike, post: 4170121, member: 85693"]I'm glad Doug posted that - it is a very common fake of this type. In addition to the centering and edge fault, what scares me most about it is the bankers mark! A<i> bankers mark</i> is diabolical! Most fakes don't go to such lengths, at least the ones I see on eBay all the time. This is a definite trap for the budget/bottom feeder collector.</p><p><br /></p><p>I had this one in mind when I bid on my pitiful example. Just because something is low grade or damaged doesn't mean it isn't a fake.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>
[QUOTE="Marsyas Mike, post: 4170121, member: 85693"]I'm glad Doug posted that - it is a very common fake of this type. In addition to the centering and edge fault, what scares me most about it is the bankers mark! A[I] bankers mark[/I] is diabolical! Most fakes don't go to such lengths, at least the ones I see on eBay all the time. This is a definite trap for the budget/bottom feeder collector. I had this one in mind when I bid on my pitiful example. Just because something is low grade or damaged doesn't mean it isn't a fake.[/QUOTE]
Your name or email address:
Do you already have an account?
No, create an account now.
Yes, my password is:
Forgot your password?
Stay logged in
Coin Talk
Home
Forums
>
Coin Forums
>
Ancient Coins
>
2 new coins for my Roman republic collection
>
Home
Home
Quick Links
Search Forums
Recent Activity
Recent Posts
Forums
Forums
Quick Links
Search Forums
Recent Posts
Competitions
Competitions
Quick Links
Competition Index
Rules, Terms & Conditions
Gallery
Gallery
Quick Links
Search Media
New Media
Showcase
Showcase
Quick Links
Search Items
Most Active Members
New Items
Directory
Directory
Quick Links
Directory Home
New Listings
Members
Members
Quick Links
Notable Members
Current Visitors
Recent Activity
New Profile Posts
Sponsors
Menu
Search
Search titles only
Posted by Member:
Separate names with a comma.
Newer Than:
Search this thread only
Search this forum only
Display results as threads
Useful Searches
Recent Posts
More...