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Message:: [QUOTE="Brett_in_Sacto, post: 2418491, member: 71510"]I came across an opportunity to buy one of those in Nevada last year.  He insisted it was real, and wanted $300 (what a bargain!).  When it all seemed too good to be true for an uncirculated 1895-S - I called bunko on the deal.  It was in a non-TPG holder and it looked strikingly similar to the fake that was seen on Pawn Stars a year or so ago.  In hindsight I probably should have just called the police.  The guy was upfront about it being a fake, but still wanted a premium and it seemed like he was looking for a patsy. If you know it's fake, and you aren't out too much - I say destroy it.  Or at least mark it as "copy" or something clear and identifiable. I wanted a copy/fake for my set - but when I saw it was a true unmarked attempt at fraud - I backed out and told him I'd pay him melt value for it and we could destroy it.  He wasn't too keen on the idea. I'd almost say send it to the secret service or FBI - but I think you would embroil yourself in endless hassles, questions and paperwork - with no end game. Just do what you feel comfortable with - and be ethical.  That's all we can ask.  No crime in owning it.[/QUOTE]