Andrewlincs

I have just had a reply on the US forum, It seems all US coins share the same orientation. I have checked with the other Us coins I have and they are the same. Just me panicking that I had bought a fake! regards Andrew

Thanks for the reply, I had spent quite sometime on the web searching for the information, but like you I found nothing. I have posted the same question on a US coin site so hope someone there will know the answer. Regards Andrew

I've just bought a 2011 American Silver Eagle. Is it normal for the head and tail side not to be the same way up? Regards Andrew

Interesting, I did wonder if the different alloy after 1920 would have different electrical properties that might be measured. If I could find my multi meter I'd give it a try... Regarding the scrap value, I assumed that at 1.4 grams per coin it would be 20 3d's to an ounce, making each pre 1920 coin worth about £1 and post 1920 50% coins half that. Any comments appreciated. Regards Andrew

Thanks for the reply, that certainly clarifies the situation and answers my question. Regards Andrew

Ok, so I'm new to coins and this may well be a silly question. I understand the silver content of our coins was reduced during 1920. Is there a way to tell the different silver content coins issued during 1920? Thanks Andrew