Rare coins: How to tell if they’re authentic or not

 

In any endeavor in life that involves money, there will always be people trying to take advantage of others. Coin collecting is no different. Over the years, countless fakes have made their way to circulation, and so many coin collectors have been victimized. Fortunately, according to Sadigh Gallery, there are sure-fire ways to prove whether rare coins are authentic or not.

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Sadigh Gallery gives a quick refresher on how to spot fake rare coins.

Choose personal over online transactions, as much as possible.

Personal transactions will give you a glimpse of the actual coins. Legit sellers won’t have a problem with meet-ups. Online transactions sometimes yield results. However, if the seller is a reputable and established company like Sadigh Gallery, a simple check at their website will tell buyers all they need to know.

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Bring an authentication kit when meeting up with a seller.

Of course, this is assuming that the buyer knows how to use the tools for the authentication process. According to Sadigh Gallery, the easiest way to tell whether the coin is real or not is through its weight since coin collection websites share vital information about the coin, including its exact weight. Another tool that can determine authenticity is a magnet. There are variations of magnets primarily used to spot fake silver coins, Sadigh Gallery adds.

Sadigh Gallery focuses on providing affordable ancient antiquities and friendly, down-to-earth service. All of its antiquities are guaranteed authentic. All items are sent with a Lifetime Certificate of Authenticity. To know more about coin collecting, visit this blog.

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