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About ten years ago I found a metal ingot in my back yard. I was young then and thought nothing of it and somehow got lost in my house over the years. I found it, and wanted to get more information on this.
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The ingot(covered in a black layer)is most likely silver. On the front side is J. Parsons & CO. COL. Assayers 1860, and is surrounded by a single wreath. On the reverse is a single Eagle. The condition is lacking.
Phillip,
As we discussed on the phone, you will need to have this examined first-hand by an expert to determine its authenticity.
Check the following websites for listings of shows that the major authentification services will be attending :
http://www.pcgs.com
http://www.ngccoin.com
Good luck,
Dan
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Dan Moore
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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.
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.
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