jiaqing tongbao authenticity [solved]

just bought a jiaqing tongbao, when it arrived it was kind of shiny, is that normal? does this look real?

I see no reason to think it isn't real.

Those coins were made by the millions (in many variations) and are commonly available. It was probably found in a large batch in rough condition and harshly cleaned.

There are modern copies of some Chinese coins for tourists, but they they commonly have a bumpy background and your coin doesn't seem to be like that. There are also better forgeries of uncommon coins but that doesn't apply here.

I believe this is your coin: N#13110 

I'm not entirely sure but it might be a replica. The coin looks unusually shiny for something from the Jiaqing era. Most authentic ones have a natural patina and show signs of aging. If it looks too new or polished, there's a chance it's a modern reproduction. Weighing it and comparing it to known specs could help confirm its authenticity.

considering how shiny it is, is it best to buy another one to ensure that I have no fakes in my collection? that one I bought costed me a dollar so buying another wouldn't be too bad

But at the same time it doesn't really have a bumpy background or anything like that, might be real

I agree, it most likely is real, there was no real reason to counterfeit it. Your coin looks good for a jiaqing, considering I have one that looks similar.

can you show yours?