Coin and Paper Money Collecting/Leopold II Koning Coin

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Expert: - 11/19/2009


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In follow up to the 11/4 posting, I have a similar 50CN coin dated 1898 in very good condition. Would the values be the same. Thank you.


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Hi Linda,
This date would be worth a little more in lower grades (a difference from $2 to maybe $4) than the 1867 coin of this denomination. This is because there were only around 500,000 minted in 1898 as opposed to over 1 million in 1867. However, since the 1867 coins saw an extra 30 years of circulation, they are worth significantly more in high grades.
You 1898 coins with sharp details still visible in the beard and hair, is worth in the $25 range. Mint condition coins are $50 or more.
Thanks again for the question! =)

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