Coin Alterations

Counterfeit Coin Detection – Altered Date 1856 Flying Eagle Cent

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Counterfeit Coin Detection – Altered Date 1856 Flying Eagle Cent

The world of coin collecting is exciting and filled with rare treasures, but it also comes with its fair share of counterfeit coins designed to deceive collectors. One such coin that has become a target for alteration is the 1856 Flying Eagle Cent. This highly sought-after coin is known for its historical significance as the … Read more

Counterfeit Detection: Altered 1926-D Buffalo Nickel

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Counterfeit Detection Altered 1926-D Buffalo Nickel

The 1926-D Buffalo Nickel is a popular coin among collectors due to its historic significance and its place in the broader series of Buffalo Nickels. While this coin holds value in both its unaltered and higher-grade conditions, it also attracts the attention of counterfeiters who attempt to deceive collectors by altering existing coins.One of the … Read more