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1878
Counterfeit 101
Obverse 1: Cast from Genuine Obverse
Reverse A: Cast from Genuine Type I Reverse
Obverse 1 Reverse A
Comments: Both obverse and reverse cast molds appear to be from a genuine 1878 Type I Reverse dime. Cast metal is probably antimony with weight of 1.9 grams. Counterfeit has a reeded edge and normal coin turn die alignment. First seen on eBay during December 2013.
Plate Coin: Chris Majtyka Collection, EF-AU Grade Estimate