This page serves as a critical security resource for collectors, focusing on the essential skill of how to spot fakes. It acts as a central hub for articles, case studies, and guides that explain how to identify counterfeit and altered items across all collecting categories, from rare coins and comic books to trading cards and memorabilia.
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 item they handle.
A case study of a fake $20 Saint-Gaudens gold coin in a fake PCGS holder, and how to spot counterfeit gold coins.