124Spider Posted November 14, 2021 Share Posted November 14, 2021 I thought perhaps that a bit of levity in this subforum might be in order. Unquestionably, fakes are a huge scourge on this hobby, especially since China allows it. But sometimes, the counterfeiters are too smart by half. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greenstang Posted November 17, 2021 Share Posted November 17, 2021 Seeing that there were no Morgan’s in 1905, I would agree that is an easy one to spot. I guess that counterfeiter didn’t do his research. RonnieR131 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quintus Arrius Posted December 20, 2021 Share Posted December 20, 2021 I know some of our members object to the use of my term, "legitimate counterfeit," but private minters get by the coin stamped "COPY" by simply issuing it in double the thickness and weight and rendering representations true to historical detail in alternate metals, such as in silver for gold and copper for silver. Others enlarge their "coins." For example, my 1856 Flying Eagle Cent is a faithful reproduction -- but measures 3" in diameter. Likewise in the world of bars and ingots, uniqueness rules. There is only one "Eureka" bar and it's precise provenance and prevalence (none) are known as are its specifications. RonnieR131 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Posted March 3, 2022 Share Posted March 3, 2022 funny -- they should buy a Red Book Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillJones Posted March 3, 2022 Share Posted March 3, 2022 Here's another one. Who knew that the American Silver Eagle was issued in 1906? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackson LeCount Posted June 13, 2022 Share Posted June 13, 2022 Those are hilarious 🤣 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Bob Posted June 13, 2022 Share Posted June 13, 2022 My grandson found this in abandoned car. It must have been one of the earlier ones. The counterfeiters sort of forgot something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Conder101 Posted June 13, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted June 13, 2022 LIBERTY isn't allowed in China. Just Bob, Quintus Arrius and Jackson LeCount 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
