This page serves as a critical resource for collectors, focusing on the fundamental topic of coin authentication. It acts as a central hub for articles and guides that explain how to determine if a coin is genuine, how to spot counterfeits, and the role that professional grading services play in verifying authenticity.
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PCGS: Professional Coin Grading ServicePCGS (Professional Coin Grading Service) is one of the most renowned and widely recognized rare coin grading services in the industry. Established in 1986, PCGS has…
Iconic 1955 Double Die Lincoln Cent
Have you found a coin with doubled letters, numbers, or images? Many people refer to these as "double stamped" coins, and they can be one of the most exciting and…
Obverse side of a fake St Gaudens in a fake PCGS holder.
A Case Study in Counterfeit Detection: A Fake $20 Gold Coin Here is a good case study. Guy emailed us pictures of a coin that he inherited from his grandfather.…