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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;Swervo513, post: 1724517, member: 42720&quot;]Well. I purchased the coin for $45 along with an 1853P american half dime in G condition for $15 bucks making the total purchase $60. I would like to know how to determine whether or not this is a fake. I will try to provide a better photo but my camera phone is not exactly the best resolution available. </p><p><br /></p><p>Is it common for obverse and reverse to be off clockwise? The do not match each other perfectly. </p><p><br /></p><p>The mint seems to indeed be WYHC. I can tell by the marking under the ear. But I am not sure which one it is from that particular mint. I should probably get it weighed. I need to invest in a small scale. </p><p><br /></p><p>Although it is not the best struck coin my main concern is however, are the blotches of unknown material that seem strongly attached to the coin. Its Luster is also a concern to its authenticity considering it should be over 1600 years old.</p><p><br /></p><p>That being said and with my limited ancient coin experience, everything about the strike seems authentic. However, this is my first asian ancient. All other ancient coins in my modest collection are roman or english. </p><p><br /></p><p>I hope this doesn&#039;t seem like I am blabbing a bunch of nonsense. I am a bit excited about having possibly gotten such a good deal on a rare ancient coin. I just feel a bit helpless when it comes to determining its authenticity. My gut tells me its real but I have doubts. At the very least I know it is solid silver. The pawn shop owner tested it right in front of me with a chemical. Anyway, I would appreciate any comments or questions concerning its authenticity. </p><p><br /></p><p>Thanks!</p><p>Larry[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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