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How do you tell if a coin is a replica?
Counterfeit coins typically have casting seams, which can be very apparent to the naked eye. Fake coins often times will contain hole markings. Additionally, many coins have intricate designs or textures that are associated with that particular coin and its series.
Are replica coins worth money?
No, replicas are not legal tender. Under the U.S. Constitution, only the federal government can mint legal tender coins. Replicas of U.S. coins cannot be exchanged as legal tender or used as money.
How much does a Liberty dollar weigh?
26.73 g
Peace dollar
| Value | 1.00 United States dollar |
| Mass | 26.73 g (412.5 gr) |
| Diameter | 38.1 mm (1.5 in) |
| Edge | reeded |
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Is it legal to make replica coins?
No, replicas are not legal tender. Under the U.S. Constitution, only the federal government can mint legal tender coins. Replicas of U.S. coins cannot be exchanged as legal tender or used as money. Does a business need permission from the U.S. Government to produce replicas of U.S. coins?
How much is a 1797 silver dollar worth?
Except the just mentioned 1797 ‘Small Letters,’ the 1798 with fifteen stars on the reverse, and particularly rare die varieties, ballpark retail values for P CGS or NGC certified Draped Bust, Small Eagle Silver Dollars are: Good-04 $1500, Good-06 $1800; Fine-12 $3500; Fine-15 $3900; Very Fine-20 $5300, VF-30 $6250, Extremely Fine-40 $8750.
How much is a 1797 Draped Bust worth?
The 1797 Draped Bust US silver dollar comes in 3 varieties and is worth $850 for the most common variety in About Good(AG-3) condition to $110000 for the rarest variety in Mint State(MS-60). If you have one with any mint luster and you wish to sell it, please contact an auction house that specializes in coins so…
Is the 1804 Draped Bust a counterfeit silver dollar?
If you have an 1804 dated, Draped Bust Silver Dollar, in your possession, and it doesn’t have the word COPY stamped on it’s surface than it’s a counterfeit. An 1804 Draped Bust is the most desired silver dollar and has been studied extensively.
When was the first silver dollar bust made?
Both dies have identical Heraldic Eagle motifs from a hub punch that still existed after its earlier use for the silver dollars made in 1801, 1802, and 1803. The engraver added additional details from individual punches, including all of the letters, stars, berries, and berry stems.