Metals that have a core of zinc, copper, lead or other non-magnetic metal will not be detected by this test.
Fakes that are produced with any iron or steel content in them will give off some magnetic attraction and identify itself as a fake. If a bullion coin or bar sticks to a magnet you can easily throw this one out. While many fakes can easily pass this test, silver as well as gold bullion for that matter are both non-magnetic. (Most of these tests can also be applied to gold as well). We’ve ranked them from the least to the most effective methods in detecting counterfeits. If you have purchased some silver and can’t get rid of that little voice in your head that keeps saying what if they are fake silver coins …īelow are 14 ways on how to spot fake silver eagles, bars, and bullion. It is unfortunate that articles like this have to be written,īut where there is money trading hands, there will always be fakes, frauds, and counterfeits.
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