I have a difference of opinions on a coin in the verification forum if you care to weigh in....

I have a questionable 1932 China "Birds over Junk" coin in the verification/valuation section. There seems to be a difference of opinion and I would like to ask for a few more opinions. It should be interesting at the very least as it is a very questionable coin.

Thanks for any input.

-Eric

My opinion with Chinese solver dollars is that unless you can be 100% sure of the provenance of the coin, assume it's fake. It's too dangerous for non experts to buy Chinese silver dollars with the massive amount of fakes about

Quote: "jimpop"​My opinion with Chinese solver dollars is that unless you can be 100% sure of the provenance of the coin, assume it's fake. It's too dangerous for non experts to buy Chinese silver dollars with the massive amount of fakes about

​Thanks, that is some good advice. I can't believe how good of a fake it is though.

Normally I would cede to the knowledge of Petrus, he does a lot of identification on the forums. But if it's got all the right specs, then I can't see anything outstanding as to why it "definitely" a replica. Perhaps send a PM to him and ask for an explanation as to what brought him to that conclusion.

Also, is the slab of a reputable company?

Quote: "jimpop"​Also, is the slab of a reputable company?

​No, it's a low quality self sealing slab. Definitely a bad sign. I broke it out to weigh it. I guess a good question would be, "can they replicate the semi random toning spots found on it"?