Hey there! That's a great question, as spotting fakes is a key skill for any coin enthusiast. The provided links didn't contain specific information on this topic, so I'll answer based on general numismatic knowledge.
Spotting a fake Morgan silver dollar often starts with a close look at the coin's details. Genuine Morgans have sharp, well-defined features. On a fake, the details can appear mushy, soft, or flat. Pay close attention to Lady Liberty's hair strands and the feathers on the eagle's chest; on counterfeits, these areas often lack fine detail and look blended together. The lettering and date can also be a giveaway. They might have the wrong font, be unevenly spaced, or look unnaturally thick or thin compared to a real one. The surface of a fake might also look off, sometimes appearing greasy, unnaturally shiny, or having small pits or bubbles from a poor casting process.
Beyond just looking, there are a few simple physical tests you can perform. Real Morgan dollars are made of 90% silver and are not magnetic, so if a magnet sticks to the coin, it's a definite fake. You can also check the weight and dimensions. A genuine Morgan should weigh 26.73 grams and be 38.1 mm in diameter. Counterfeits made from other metals will almost always be off in weight.
Another classic method is the sound test, often called the "ping test." If you balance a real silver coin on your fingertip and gently tap it with another coin, it will produce a clear, high-pitched ringing sound that lasts for a second or two. A fake made of a base metal like copper or zinc will produce a dull thud with no ring. When in doubt, comparing a suspicious coin side-by-side with a known genuine Morgan is one of the best ways to spot inconsistencies.
I hope this helps you identify the real deal
