It means it's not real! A copy is exactly that, a replica of the real thing.
However, it's not considered a counterfeit because the maker followed the law and marked the coin with COPY to indicate that there is no intent to deceive anyone about its origin. It's a bit like a print of a famous painting.
Any reproduction of a US coin that is the same size and has the appearance of the real coin is required to have the word "copy" on it someplace where it can be easily seen. This is done to prevent the coin being represented as authentic
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In the civil war between North and South, the Southern States in the US was confederate
Assuming when you say "double stamped" you mean "double die" [2 images of some of the details of the coin can be seen], there were no double die cents in 1975. However, that does not mean there are not coins on which 2 images of some of the details, like letters or numbers, can be seen. There is what is known as "machine doubling". This happens when the coin presses and dies do not fit together very well, usually because of wear, and when a coin is struck by the die the looseness of the machinery causes the die to bounce just a little and , in effect, strike the coin for a second time. The "bounce" strike would not exactly match the image on the coin from the intended strike and thus parts of the coin appeared doubled. Machine doubling was more common in the early 1980s but it was also seen in the 1970s. This sort of doubling has little if any numismatic value.
The word COPY means your coin is a replica, not the real thing. That word has been required on all replica coins and bills made since 1973, so they aren't confused with genuine coins and so that the manufacturers aren't accused of being counterfeiters.Replica coins and bills are interesting but generally don't have a lot of collector value. They're a good way for a person who isn't a professional collector to accumulate items that represent the real goods, but without spending a huge amount of money. Think of it in terms of artwork: anyone can buy a good reproduction of the Mona Lisa and hang it in their living room if they wish. The fact that it's a copy doesn't diminish Leonardo's genius in any way; in fact, reproductions mean that far more people can appreciate its artistry than if they had to go to the Louvre and stand in line to see it for all of 2 minutes.
It means the coin was not issued by the U.S. Mint and is just a copy having no monetary value.
Any reproduction of a US coin that is the same size and has the appearance of the real coin is required to have the word "copy" on it someplace where it can be easily seen. This is done to prevent the coin being represented as authentic
Face value The value stamped on it
The 395 means how much pure silver is in the coin. It was stamped on by the manufacturer when the coin was made and it was possible to measure the amount.
Numbers on a coin usually signify the year it was minted.
That number indicates the fineness or purity of the metal content. 900 means the coin is 90% of that metal.
It means that somebody defaced the coin, and will reduce the coin's collector value. Dan
A stamped copy of a coin means that it is a replica or reproduction of the original coin. These copies are often made for collectors or for educational purposes, but they do not hold any monetary value and are not considered legal tender.
Do you mean a quarter DOLLAR? Quarter eagles were not issued in 1968. And could you describe "double 'stamped"" ? (note the term is actually "struck" in coin jargon).
For a coin it is just worth the value stamped on it i.e. the value on it's face So a common coin is worth face value, but a rare coin is worth more than face value.
what does LXG stamped on gold mean
Yes, if a coin is a copy, it likely means that it is not made of silver or any other precious metal. Copies are usually made from cheaper materials to mimic the appearance of the original coin without the intrinsic value. It is important to be cautious when dealing with copies, especially if you are looking for genuine silver coins.