1795 Flowing Hair 50c 1 1

[Stagecoach_Rider]

Hi from the Newbie again. Does anyone know what the acceptable weight variance would be for the 1795 Flowing Hair 50c piece in VF25 (Guess) condition, as compared to a pristine coin (13.48g) ? I'm trying to decide if it is real or not. The diameter is correct, but my scale is inadequate (can only give whole grams)  and I'm waiting on a new one to arrive.

Thanks

 

[powermad5000]

Without going to a scale or weights, I think your half dollar is counterfeit. I see many things happening on the coin you have, but some that stand out to me are the incorrect shape of the date numerals as well as incorrect details on the reverse that are not consistent with a genuine specimen. Also, there is a problem with the denticles on both sides.

In VF this coin would be worth around $4,000. Where did you obtain the piece you have and how much did you pay for it?

[Stagecoach_Rider]

Hi Powermad5000,

I obtained this coin in a very large quantity of old copper and other coins with an overall investment of less than $200. I'm in the process of going through them to see what might be suitable for submission to NGC without breaking the bank only to have them body bagged.

thanks,

[Greenstang]

No need to weigh it, it is 100% counterfeit.

[Sandon]

    This coin is likely counterfeit, though apparently modeled from a genuine O-102. The odd surface texture and uneven wear are suspicious.

    What does the edge of the coin look like?  A 1795 half dollar should have "FIFTY CENTS OR HALF A DOLLAR" with decorations between the words as shown on this image from NGC VarietyPlus:

    

[Mike Meenderink]

Almost ALL of these genuine coins have planchet reduction as well as die polishing marks on them. If you have one that does not show these genuine indicators it is a FAKE. Like the one you posted its way way off. 

[Stagecoach_Rider]

Thank you all for your input ! I too am leaning towards it being fake. Sandon, yes it does have the edge markings. If the weight is too much off, then that would be the final nail in the coffin.

 

Again, Thank You to everyone for your opinions !

[J P M]

What Does the edge lettering look like.

[Stagecoach_Rider]

Hi JPM,

This is the best I can do as I have tremors from parkiinsons and it is difficult to hold the coin still ... Sorry.

[J P M]

On 5/20/2024 at 4:56 PM, Stagecoach_Rider said:

Hi JPM,

This is the best I can do as I have tremors from parkiinsons and it is difficult to hold the coin still ... Sorry.

Do not be sorry, those are fine shots

[Sandon]

   The edge lettering doesn't appear to match that of a genuine piece.