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My husband and I came across some coins in his parents' estate.  The one dollar coins are as follows:  (2) 1971, (4) 1972, (1) 1974, and (4) 1776-1976.  I also have one dollar coins dated 1921, 1890, 1887, 1922, 1923, 1924, 1927 and 1879.  The 1879 coin has a "S" below the wreath on the back.  The 1890 coin has an "O" below the wreath on the back.  All have been in circulation.  I am not a collector and would want to sell these.  Can you give me their estimated value?  Many thanks!

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Hi Kim,
The dollars dated in the 1970's are only worth $1 each.

The older coins are all common dates and not worth a whole lot of moiney in circulated condition.
They would range from $11 to $14 each.
My company does buy them, Our website is AllCoins.US
If you would like to send them to us, I will send you a check upon receipt.

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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.

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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

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PCGS, NGC, Rotary

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Physician's Money Digest

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Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

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Paul Harris Fellow

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