Thank you all for your answers. I really appreciate your time and knowledge, both of you being from the countries represented. :) I looked long and hard at both stamps before purchasing, and decided that I was sure enough to pay the prices asked. Looks like I got a pretty good deal on the Philippines one, if it's worth over $300!
Gah! I know the Bolivian coin is valued in Soles, I'm just so used to dealing with Reales that it slipped. Thank you for the correction.
I am waiting for Swamperbob to chime in, definitely. Not only is he so educated on counterfeits, he is also very kind to post a lot of information to go with it. I always enjoy reading his posts, even when it isn't my coin on the chopping block. ;D
Edited by ElleKitty
02/27/2011 6:22 pm