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Counterfeit Coins

Henning nickels are collectible counterfeit nickels! See all Henning nickel dates, how to identify one, and how much these fake nickels are worth today.

Canadian coins provide a refreshing alternative to collecting U.S. coins. The wonderful images found on the reverse of most Canadian coins make collecting them a satisfying pastime.

See how much your 1877 penny is worth! Plus, rare 1877 Indian Head penny facts, info about 1877 replica pennies, and tips to avoid fakes.

Some little-known facts about the no-cents Liberty V nickel. This 1883 nickel has quite a story to tell! See why it's often called the Racketeer nickel, and one possible explanation for how the phrase 'joshing you' came to be!

While most counterfeit coins are easy to spot -- due to improper weight, color, even design details -- the truth is there are many good copies that have fooled some of the most seasoned coin collectors! Here's what to look for in order to avoid buying fake coins.

Have you ever heard of a Godless dollar. It is a United States Mint error which left the motto IN GOD WE TRUST off the dollar coin. The problem is that some people are grinding the motto off regular coins and passing them off as real -- and it may be at YOUR expense!

The 1804 Bust silver dollar is one of the top 3 most popular U.S. rare coins ever made. Only 15 are known to exist.

Silver Seated Liberty dollars were struck from 1840 through 1873. They were the first major silver dollar minted for circulation since the Liberty Bust dollar.