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That one has been ended by the seller last night. I wonder if in reaction to a tip off that it is a fake or because some mug bought it?

 

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https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/278153866658?_trksid=p4375194.c102727.m162921

Opinions on this one? I've always been interested in these pieces and have often thought about buying one, but I'd never buy one without provenance, and certainly not from eBay. It seems odd to me that one should turn up out of the blue in the hands of a seller of general odds and ends. I'm pretty sure there are lots of 19th century fakes out there and probably modern ones too.

The description includes "this coin features intricate craftsmanship typical of the period" (hmm) and "Although uncertified"...

 

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16 minutes ago, Coys55 said:

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/278153866658?_trksid=p4375194.c102727.m162921

Opinions on this one? I've always been interested in these pieces and have often thought about buying one, but I'd never buy one without provenance, and certainly not from eBay. It seems odd to me that one should turn up out of the blue in the hands of a seller of general odds and ends. I'm pretty sure there are lots of 19th century fakes out there and probably modern ones too.

The description includes "this coin features intricate craftsmanship typical of the period" (hmm) and "Although uncertified"...

 

I’d be very dubious. This is a coin that you should only buy with a good provenance or through a professional dealer or auction house authenticity guaranteed. There are many more fakes than genuine out there I suspect.

Jerry

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3 hours ago, jelida said:

I’d be very dubious. This is a coin that you should only buy with a good provenance or through a professional dealer or auction house authenticity guaranteed. There are many more fakes than genuine out there I suspect.

Jerry

I agree, I wouldn't touch it with a bargepole, but a number of bidders obviously disagree. I wouldn't even know where to start getting one of those things authenticated, apart from checking the size and weight. If those are OK then I'd be stumped.

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On 7/8/2026 at 9:25 AM, Coys55 said:

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/278153866658?_trksid=p4375194.c102727.m162921

Opinions on this one? I've always been interested in these pieces and have often thought about buying one, but I'd never buy one without provenance, and certainly not from eBay. It seems odd to me that one should turn up out of the blue in the hands of a seller of general odds and ends. I'm pretty sure there are lots of 19th century fakes out there and probably modern ones too.

The description includes "this coin features intricate craftsmanship typical of the period" (hmm) and "Although uncertified"...

 

It went for £640. 

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I messaged them too and have just had a reply - thanking me and saying they have taken the item down.

 

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Posted
1 hour ago, Coinery said:

I absolutely LOVE this one, and you only get to see the reverse, too…maybe they’re just being kind! Kind of Knight-like in shape, quite the piece of art :) 

https://ebay.io/m/Mck7Te

 

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Buttttt, it does have a 20% off coupon!

Please don't blame the postie if this turns up on your door mat this week, Stuart... 😬

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29 minutes ago, HistoricCoinage said:

Buttttt, it does have a 20% off coupon!

Please don't blame the postie if this turns up on your door mat this week, Stuart... 😬

I’m hoping your packaging will deliver something slightly more round, Clive :D  🙏

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