Fake Slab Listing From Hong Kong

like I said, the slab still may be counterfeit but I think the coin inside is the same one. They would have to remove the coin from the slab to copy it so that may be what happened here. they removed the coin from the original slab, copied the coin and label and then reslabbed the original coin in a fake slab to recoup their investment and then they will start selling the copies

While it may not be politically correct, it's safe. I am for it.
BTW - I sent a note to this seller indicating its fake. He never responded.
I tried reporting to ebay and it does not let me as I was not the buyer. If it is fake, he is a real pro as I have not seen such quality reproduction.

Hi all,

I must admit this has been a learning experience. I reached out to NGC with the thread - received a response as follows:

"Please tell Zohar the coin has turned in the holder and the darker color is due to photography differences. There are identifying characteristics on both coins. There is a small coloration dot between the D and E on the obverse close to the rim. Also two coloration dots between the words in the legend. These are on both images so it indicates it is the same coin that left here. "

Kudos to wcg and Bryan1315 for reaching the same conclusion. This is encouraging as slabs need to retain their credibility to ensure the hobby has a future.

Good discussion.

I doubt the coin would be rotated in a stolen image in this case, but you are right in general. Nothing to stop these fake slabbers from using a stolen image and then sending a fake slab. What are you going to do from the other side of the world when the wrong item turns up?