This page serves as a critical security resource for collectors, focusing on the serious threat of counterfeit coins. It acts as a central hub for articles, case studies, and guides that explain how to identify fakes, understand the methods counterfeiters use, and the importance of professional authentication.
By providing detailed educational content on this crucial topic, American Rarities positions itself as a trustworthy and knowledgeable authority dedicated to protecting the collecting community. This strategy builds a powerful foundation of trust, encouraging collectors to work with a dealer who is an expert at spotting fakes and ensuring the authenticity of every coin they handle.
A real case study of a counterfeit coin in a fake PCGS holder, and how to check a certified coin before you trust the slab.
A case study of a fake $20 Saint-Gaudens gold coin in a fake PCGS holder, and how to spot counterfeit gold coins.