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Oct 10, 2025 - 05:26 AM
A coin marked “COPY” indicates it’s a reproduction, not an official mint strike. This label complies with U.S. law to help distinguish replicas from authentic coins.
While “COPY” coins have no numismatic or legal tender value, they can still hold bullion or collectible value. For instance, a silver or gold replica can be worth its metal weight, and some finely made examples are appreciated by collectors. In general, though, most carry only modest value unless made from precious metals or part of a limited edition.For more details, check out the Bullion Exchanges Learning Center article: Understanding COPY Marks on Coins
