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How to Spot Counterfeit 2007 Chinese Coins

In 2007, the Chinese government issued silver coins with the image of a Chinese panda and a baby panda surrounded by bamboo leaves. These coins are considered to be of collector and monetary value, particularly when enclosed in an original hard plastic case. There are many replica coins available in the marketplace, but there are a few tricks to determining whether the 2007 Chinese coin is authentic or fake.

Instructions

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  Look for the denomination of the coin. Almost all counterfeit Chinese coins do not list the denomination of the coin, which should be located above the small panda on the coin face. If the denomination is not listed, be wary that the coin is possibly a replica.
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  Look for the face value of the coin. This also should be located above the small panda on the coin face, next to the denomination. If the face value is not listed, the coin is probably a fake.
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  Check the detailing on the coin. The picture of the pandas should be sharp, with clearly defined edges and lines. Sloppy or uneven lines or edges on the design indicate that the coin is probably not authentic. In addition, if you look closely at the pandas, they appear to have fur. Their coat should not appear smooth. All aspects of the coin should be sharply detailed.
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  Look for the weight and fineness of the gold or silver on the coin. "Ag" is the symbol for silver and "Au" is the symbol for gold. For example, a gold coin should read "1 oz. Au .999". If this information is missing, the coin is likely fraudulent. In addition, check to make sure that the People's Republic of China (written in Chinese) is written on the coin.
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  Beware when purchasing 2007 Chinese coins online. Ask for several pictures of the coins at close range and from several angles. In addition, if the price seems too good to be true, it probably is. If the shipping cost is very high, be aware that some sellers of counterfeit items use high shipping costs to cover the cost of the counterfeiting. Always check the references of the seller to verify that they have not had problems in the past.

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