1857

Counterfeit 101

 Obverse 1: Cast from Genuine Obverse

Reverse A: Cast from Genuine Reverse

        

Obverse 1                                                           Reverse A

      

Comments: Cast counterfeit most likely made of lead with poor device details. Light weight at 8.5 g. Coarse and distinguishable reeding with mold inlet probably around 2:00. Normal coin turn. Rarity is unknown.

Plate Coin: Ray Cornell Collection, F-VF Grade Estimate

1857 Counterfeits: 101, 102

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