1872-S Half Dollar

Counterfeit Coins – A Mystery 1872-S “Half Dollar” and 1-Page Attribution Guide

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Counterfeit Coins – A Mystery 1872-S “Half Dollar” and 1-Page Attribution Guide

Counterfeit coins have been a persistent issue in numismatics, with forgers constantly seeking to deceive collectors and investors. One particularly intriguing case involves a mysterious 1872-S Half Dollar that has puzzled experts. This counterfeit has surfaced in the market, raising concerns about authentication and detection methods. Understanding how to identify such fakes is essential for … Read more

From the Dark Corner: An “Authenticated” Counterfeit 1872-S Half Dollar

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From the Dark Corner An “Authenticated” Counterfeit 1872-S Half Dollar

The discovery of counterfeit coins slipping past professional authentication services is always a chilling reminder of how sophisticated the forgery trade has become. One notable case involves a counterfeit 1872-S Liberty Seated Half Dollar—a coin of great historical and numismatic significance. Despite being encapsulated and authenticated by a major grading service, the coin was ultimately … Read more