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Expert: - 4/7/2008


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How do I find out how much my coins are worth that my grandfather specifically left for me? Every time I put in a type of coin it takes me to E-Bay and bidiing site... I would love to be able to find the true value of these hundreds of coins...

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Hi Misty,

If they are US coins, the easiest way is to buy a copy of The Guidebook to US Coins by Yeoman.

It lists the retail value of every US coin ever made.

If They are foreign coins, check your library for the Catalog of World Coins by Krause.

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Joe Hylas

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Numismatic professional with over 30 years experience can answer your questions about US coins, their values, how best to sell them and where to buy them. Interested in starting a collection? Find out which areas are undervalued and how to acquire those coins at the best price.

Experience

Ex-Head Precious Metals trader for Deak-Perera International with 42 offices worldwide. Industry experience since 1978. Has worked co-operatively with US Mint, Royal Canadian Mint, Austrian Mint, Chamber of Mines of South Africa, World Gold Council and Platinum Guild International. Professioanl numismatist specializing in US Coins. Always buying collections, will travel if size of collection warrants. Website: www.AllCoins.US

Organizations
PCGS, NGC, Rotary

Publications
Physician's Money Digest

Education/Credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Awards and Honors
Paul Harris Fellow

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