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Question
The coin appears to be pewter (dark grey) with minor wear. Spelling is
"CURENCY." How can I tell if the coin is real or copy?
Stephen,
A picture of a genuine one can be found here :
http://www.coinfacts.com/colonial_coins/continental_dollars/1776_continental_dol...
Other than the die cracks and cuds, if yours does not exactly match the design of the pictured one, then it is not genuine.
Also, if your coin has a seam along the middle of the edge, this is a clear indicator that you have a modern cast copy.
Other than this, you can take it to be examined by a dealer, or submit it to a certification company.
Local coin show listings :
www.coinshows.com
www.coinworld.com
Submission companies :
www.pcgs.com
www.ngccoin.com
www.anacs.com
I hope this helps,
Dan
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Answers by Expert:
Dan Moore
Expertise
My strong familiarity with all U.S. Mint coins, extensive reference library, and close relationships with many other dealers allows me to identify just about any coin made in the USA. I receive regular updates to all the current price guides -- both wholesale & retail -- to provide accurate values. So, with a good description or pictures, I should be able to identify and value any U.S. coin you have.
Experience
I've been a coin dealer since the 1980's and a coin collector since the 1960's. I specialize in U.S. Silver Coins and have an active online website -- The Working Man's Rare Coins -- http://www.workingmancoins.com -- offering information and inventory in U.S. coins.
Organizations I belong to :
American Numismatic Association Member #187770
Michigan State Numismatic Society Member #8255
Florida United Numismatics Member #19710
Monroe Coin Club Treasurer
Lincoln Coin Club Board Member
WINS Member #14
CoinMasters Member #1814
Frequently Asked Questions :
I have created a Frequently Asked Questions page on my website, where you may be able to get an immediate answer to your question. You can find the page here :
http://www.workingmancoins.com/FAQ/index.htm
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