1861

Counterfeit 101

 Obverse 1: Cast from Genuine Obverse

Reverse A: Cast from Genuine Reverse

        

Obverse 1                                                           Reverse A

      

Comments: Featureless devices which are typical of cast counterfeit. Light weight at 9.9 g and probably made of antimony or lead. Coarse and distinguishable reeding with mold inlet at Liberty's head. Normal coin turn. Rarity is unknown.

Plate Coin: King's Coin and Currency Collection, F-VF Grade Estimate

1861 Counterfeits: 101

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