ANA - This next episode in the Introduction to Counterfeit Detection & Alteration forum is focused on the diagnostics related to classic commemorative coins, a category that has a surprisingly high number of counterfeits.
Brian emphasizes a few key points about classic commemoratives: It is important to be very familiar with the diagnostics related to the series you are examining Many 1-1 transfer counterfeits have been produced Commemoratives are the second most counterfeited category behind U.S. gold coins Tool marks and depressions are well documented A reference set of diagnostics is useful
Instructors Brian Silliman began as an intern at the American Numismatic Association, he worked 11 years at NGC and 5 years at Panda America. He's also a consultant for federal law enforcement. Jim Robinson works at APMEX, 19 years and counting. His knowledge focus is in bullion and numismatics, and he is a 9th-year co-instructor for the Summer Seminar Counterfeit Course
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It is important to be very familiar with the diagnostics related to the series you are examining
