I have a $2 coin and I'm not sure if it's genuine. I want to know how I can verify its authenticity. Is there a way to check if the coin is real or fake?
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Riccardo
Sun Feb 23 2025
It is claimed that one can differentiate counterfeit $2 coins, known as toonies, from genuine ones circulating in Canada by examining the size of the Queen's portrait.
GinsengBoost
Sun Feb 23 2025
An example of this claim was collected via email in April 2010, warning individuals about the existence of fake toonies in circulation.
Carlo
Sat Feb 22 2025
The email urged people to dispose of any suspected fake toonies promptly to avoid being stuck with them.
Valentino
Sat Feb 22 2025
The authenticity of a toonie can be suspected by comparing it to a known geneine coin.
Chiara
Sat Feb 22 2025
Specifically, the email mentioned that the coin in the middle, which features a crown, is a real toonie.