1876

Counterfeit 101

 Obverse 1: Crude Obverse Die

Reverse A: Excessively Crude Reverse Die

        

Obverse 1                                                 Reverse A

      

Comments: Located by Jason Feldman at the June 2008 Baltimore show. Both obverse and reverse have crude devices, especially the reverse with a simple outline of the wreath. The ribbon bow was formed with two circular engravings, the left image similar to a New Orleans mintmark. The obverse legend and date are poorly engraved. Weight is 2.3 grams.

Plate Coin: Jason Feldman Collection, VF-EF Grade Estimate

1876 Counterfeits: 101

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