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Ok, I have been doing some research and I feel that I have an authentic 1776 continental currency coin!! Please, other than the obvious, can you tell me how I would not have the authentic coin? Every single thing i have read only leads me to believe even more that my coin is authentic (I HOPE). I have called dealers here in my state and NONE specialize in coins before 1800's. PLEASE HELP
Shannon,
Check the info here :
http://www.coinfacts.com/colonial_coins/continental_dollars/1776_continental_dol...
Compare your coin to the pictures there -- try to find an exact match.
Also, check the edge of your coin for a seam that would indicate a cast coin (fake) rather than a stamped coin.
Dan
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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.
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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.
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