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I have recently inherited a small collection of coins consisting of large cents (1825 to 1849), flying eagles (1857-1858), one cent Indian Heads (1863-1908), early 1900 five cent liberty heads and buffalo nickels. The older coins (1825 to 1840) are fairly worn; however, from the mid 1850's and onward the coins are in better shape. I can only attach one photo to this e-mail so I have included a scan of the front of a 1858 one cent flying eagle. I am curious as to the value and should the coin be graded also, are these coins of any interest to collectors as I am interested in selling.
Thanks for your time and assistance - it is greatly appreciated!! Have a good day!
Hello Lorraine,
Having a coin certified does not always pay. It cost anywhere up to $35 to certifiy a coin so one must look at the value of the coin and if certifying it is economically wise. This is usually only done for higher price pieces where the authenticity and grade may be in question.
Your 1858 FE Cents, from what I can see, grades FINE. It is worth about $30 so it doesn't pay to spend any money to make it more marketable. If the coins are common dates, and worn, save the money and just sell them as they are.
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Joe Hylas
www.AllCoins.US
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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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Paul Harris Fellow
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