2006 Panda's Was there different mints used

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  1. PradoEagle

    PradoEagle Member Silver Stacker

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    HI All

    I have a few 2006 Panda's. One of these is different than the rest. Maybe fake? I looked at all the fake information I could find on the web and it does not appear to be any of them. The odd one out (left) appears to have a matt finish. See photos.

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    Any ideas?

    PE
     
    PradoEagle, Apr 7, 2012
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    shibaji New Member

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    It just looks toned to me :) Probably before the re-sealing, the seller had the coin exposed for some time. The toning is quite uniform though. However, there are experts in the forum who would solve the mystery. I am just a newbie :)
     
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    Hi PradoEagle, one appears to have a sharper strike than the other (but that could be due to the angle the photo was taken).

    Usually the best way to check for a fake is to look at the fur. If the fur is identical to the other Pandas then you should be safe. If the fur is off, then I would contact the person you got that particular bear from.
     
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