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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;TIF, post: 2115875, member: 56859&quot;]I want it to be genuine but have doubts.&nbsp; Like chrsmat and ancientnut, to me the junction of the devices and fields look soft on the obverse.&nbsp; The reverse&#039;s remaining features look soft as well.&nbsp; Plus, rather than the appearance being from a weak strike + wear/corrosion, the reverse looks weakly and unevenly impressed, as if there was a problem when the casting mold was made.</p><p><br /></p><p>While it will be impossible to definitely determine from pictures alone, I&#039;m leaning towards cast fake.&nbsp; This may be one that requires microscopic exam for definitive diagnosis.&nbsp; Are there any ancient coin specialists in your ares who might take a look with a high powered microscope?</p><p><br /></p><p>It is an interesting coin and interesting question.&nbsp; If you didn&#039;t pay much for it, I&#039;d keep it regardless of the dubious authenticity.&nbsp; Take it to a coin show, get expert in-hand opinions.&nbsp; Even if proven to be modern, it may be worth keeping as a study coin.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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