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New Member
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*** Edited by Staff to Add Year / Mintmark to Title. It's very important to have in the title. ***Hey arybody. I need help with a penny I bought. I'm pretty sure it's fake because 1. Nothing that good would happen to me AND b.it was too dag on cheap. I am a novice but eager to learn more about pennies specifically. I'm talking about a 1914 d Wheat penny. It's wayyyy too beautiful and I only paid $30 for it. I appreciate any advice on how to tell if it's fake. Thank you all in advance and have a hap happy new years and be safe  
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Bedrock of the Community
United States
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To me, the MM looks too large, and the 4 looks a tad small. I'll say fake, just a hunch.
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Bedrock of the Community
 United States
24992 Posts |
Here's the date and mint mark on my 1914-D:   Inordinately fascinated by bits of metal with strange markings and figures
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Pillar of the Community
 United States
1998 Posts |
Appears to be an added mint mark. just doesn't look like MMS-001, the only style on the 1914 D.
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Bedrock of the Community
United States
73760 Posts |
Looks fake to me.
Errers and Varietys.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
6108 Posts |
Just look at the word GOD. Whoa!
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Pillar of the Community
United States
5770 Posts |
The "smearing" of GOD is what got my attention also.
Return it quick while you still can.
Words of encouragement are one of the major food groups.
We need to consume them regularly to thrive and grow.
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Bedrock of the Community
United States
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Unfortunately, doesn't appear to be legit.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
5662 Posts |
There are 6 known mintmark locations for the 1914-D, and this isn't one of them. Definitely counterfeit.
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Moderator
United States
15395 Posts |
 to the CCF I suggest you get your $30 back if you can. |
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Pillar of the Community
Canada
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 duzzitmatterhuh |
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Moderator
United States
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this is a fake, looks like it was cast in a sand mold. |
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New Member
 United States
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I really appreciate the comments but most of the replies just say fake or get money back etc. Other than the word "God" was explained. I'm trying to LEARN ok? Is there anyone who can be more specific in what to look for in a genuine 1914 d or any others.
Thanks again
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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I think Zurie gave you a great example of what you can learn about 1914-D cents: Quote:
There are 6 known mintmark locations for the 1914-D, and this isn't one of them. |
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United States
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Notice none of the genuine mint mark positions are very near the 9 of the date.  Show your financial support of the Coin Community Family (click here)See my topic on Mexican Numismatic Medals (click here) |
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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duzz, you've received many good reasons for why this coin is a fake.
Zurie gives a great piece of evidence and you should research his advice.
Mint Mark position is a sure way to tell if it's authentic. Dats what I tink.
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