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Message:: [QUOTE="Jaelus, post: 3285975, member: 46237"]That's interesting if it's true. I have a bunch of these, but they are all slabbed. Hungarian coins from this period and Artex restrikes are both areas I specialize in, and this coin is probably the one I find the most difficult to distinguish between originals and restrikes. I have never weighed them raw to see if there was a difference. On one side there are examples that are unquestionably original, and on the other side, examples that are unquestionably restrikes. The problem is identifying between a gem+ original versus an impaired restrike. Some of the restrikes are semi-PL and even may have a cameo appearance, but the vast majority of restrikes have a matte finish like an original example would. There are many Artex restrikes that are unmarked, so the general appearance of the coin can point you one way or another in determining originality, as with the other restrikes. Something that would point to a late die stage like a clash, crack, etc. would indicate an original. Sometimes the rims of the larger silver restrikes have planchet preparation marks that only occur on restrikes. Toning can also be an indicator. Since these were restruck in the late 60s, most are still bright white, or if toned, have a particular look to them.[/QUOTE]