Coin Grading and Counterfeit Detection
The “Official Guide to Coin Grading and Counterfeit Detection” by PCGS is in its second edition and is considered to be at the foremost expert on identifying and exposing counterfeit coins.
Not only are the fundamentals of detecting a counterfeit coin discussed but also how to spot altered and cast counterfeit coins. One of the easiest ways to detect a counterfeit coin is either by a size difference or weight. The weight is how many of the newly minted counterfeit Morgan Silver dollars are being exposed. The metal used is from a different source that the Nevada load. This does make a difference. Small imperfections like this are described in detail to help not only the novice but experienced coin collector with spotting a fake.
The grading sections of this book are considered second to none when it comes to a third party grading system. The terms of wear on circulated coins and of Mint uncirculated proofs are explained. Categories covered are familiar marks, luster, the strike, die cast marks are all covered. Knowing that eye appeal is important but so are the little details that can make the difference in value of any particular coin.
This book covers coins that were minted in America from the ½ cent denomination, all the way up to and including the America Double Eagles. This includes the newly finished state quarter series.
The descriptions set out in their guild cover 416 pages with accompanying pictures to help any coin collector improve their knowledge of this art. No coin collecting library would be complete with it.
Consider The “Official Guide to Coin Grading and Counterfeit Detection” by PCGS as an investment in your collection.
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