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fyimo's 1898 dollar is also minted in Bombay:  |
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And that is another thing I learned today. Thanks svslav
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Thanks svslav for all of your help as I'm learning a lot about British coins and it's re sparked my interest in them. I was really hot on British Penny coins in the late 90's because I loved the design and they seemed like they were under valued compared to what I was paying for US Large Cents from the 1800's. |
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I have one of these things here somewhere but can't find it right now. I really like the design of these British Trade dollars but I also want to add that I think these things were counterfeited pretty heavily also. I am not 100% positive on this but if I am not mistaken I have read somewhere that this is another series to look out for just like the Trade dollars the US made |
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I am very glad that you mentioned this Bryan, I am thinking of buying a 1921 Bombay dollar, and never considered the authenticity aspect of it until your post. Thanks.
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as I said I am not 100% on what I said but I do think I remember it being discussed about these being copied pretty badly. You may want to do some research before you do buy one of these to be sure. I think I read this when I acquired mine a few years ago
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Yeah, I read you right the first time Bryan. No disclaimer necessary.
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I love these Trade dollars. But, yes, they have been heavily counterfeited in China as of late. I really suggest that you weigh these two. I'm really sorry to say this, but the first one, the 1898, looks a bit suspect. It may just be the combination of the picture and the wear, but the details look a bit fuzzy and uneven and the color looks odd. Would it also be possible for you to post some pics of the edges of the coins? Thanks! |
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Nice coins! they always appear in auctions here, and get sold quickly. Asia was where those dollars were actually circulated, very nice solid large silver, minted in multi language format, really nice coins to collect  Edited by Nic
01/21/2010 7:44 pm
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Yes, I hate to say it but when I first saw the top coin I thought it was a fake - due to the colour (which might be a false colour) but mostly due to the small holes which seem to pepper the surface (casting holes?) It really does need to be weighed - I hope it's fine.
The second one looks OK
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I checked them with a magnet and neither are magnetic so I weighed them both on my beam scale I use for reloading. The one in the top picture the 1898 weighed 408.5 grains = 26.4703 grams and the 1911 in the bottom picture weighed 410 grains = 26.5675 grams.
real or fake ?
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It's a beautiful coin.  I love my recently purchased 1999 Britannia coin. I think it would be great if I get a British Trade dollar and place it next to the Britannia coin. Question: Does anyone know a reputable online coin store selling British Trade dollar? |
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Dollarcoins I really don't know of any dealer that sells the British Trade dollar where you would be sure they were real. I really like the coin and I've been wanting to pick up a few more but haven't because of the fear of getting a counterfeit copy. I also really like to buy a nice 8 reel coin but they have the same problem with lots of them being counterfeited so I'm waiting for a coin show and getting one from a reputable dealer. |
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Thank you for the info, fyimo. |
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You will pay more but there are PCGS and NGC certified British Trade dollars that come up on ebay from time to time. I think it would be worth the peace of mind to buy a certified coin in this case. |
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