There are counterfeit coins known from very rare and expensive coins, like the 1804 dollar and there are very good copies seen as well. In general, most fake coins are not worth anything, maybe a couple of dollars but the class “A” copies of a very rare coin might be worth between $25 to $100.
What is a 1893 Morgan Silver Dollar worth?
1893 Morgan Silver Dollar Value
| 1893 Morgan Silver Dollar Values | ||
|---|---|---|
| Condition of Coin | ||
| 1893 | $114 | $127 |
| 1893 CC | $154 | $262 |
| 1893 O | $121 | $168 |
Are Morgan Dollars magnetic?
In addition to the weight, the diameter and thickness of the Morgan silver dollar can be measured to ensure it’s authenticity. Precious metals, such as gold, silver, platinum and palladium aren’t magnetic, so if your coin is attracted to a strong magnet, such as an earth magnet, then you can be sure that it’s fake.
How can you tell if a Morgan silver dollar is fake?
Another factor to consider is that the metal content of most fake Morgan silver dollars differs from the 90/10 silver/copper composition of authentic Morgan silver dollars. An easy way to detect if your coins is fake is to check to see if it’s magnetic.
How much does a counterfeit Morgan silver dollar weigh?
To begin with, the weight of counterfeit Morgan silver dollars differs from the standard specifications. The weight of an uncirculated Morgan silver dollar is 26.73 grams. Most replica coins weigh substantially less. Authentic Morgan silver dollars may also weigh less than the standard specs if they have been in circulation and have some wear.
What do the letters mean on a Morgan silver dollar?
Each U.S. Mint, other than the Philadelphia mint, struck a corresponding letter on any Morgan silver dollars that were coined there. An “O” represents New Orleans, “CC” is for Carson City, “D” is for Denver and “S” is for San Francisco. Search for error coins.
Are there any Morgan silver dollar forgeries out there?
The NGC and others maintain a list of known Morgan Silver Dollar forgeries that have come along. New Orleans Mint Morgan Silver Dollar coins from the 1890s are semi-key date pieces, meaning they are relatively hard to come by in the greater series of Morgan Silver Dollars.
