Corrosion Or Sand-Cast Fake?

I agree with Spp the photos do need to be a bit better for sure. Sometimes a simple unedited scan is the best way. Myself I am still trying to make sense of Goodman/s excellent book on coin photography. Personally I know people who have dealt with this seller and would not again. As to Centsles I purchased about five lots years ago and 4 were acceptable as to final price but the grading was shall we say a touch optomistic.

I met him at McDonalds in Vancouver. Legit guy. He's just too lazy to use actual pictures of coins for some of his stuff. Just uses a placeholder.

Coin is real, but looks pitted, and the harsh lighting gives the impression of being cleaned. As I said in other threads, photos of coins and different lighting can be very deceptive.