Expert: Ronald Fern - 2/1/2011

Question
I have 3 framed Norman Rockwell coin set/frames.Copyright 1974 The Kennedy Mint. One is a larger frame with the Freedom of Speech picture and type coins minted by the united stats from 1900-1973,Wartime COinage Freedom from Fear, and The SIlver Standard Freedom from Want. All are intact and I remember my Grandfather having them on his wall #0 years ago. I cant find anything on the worth and am wondering if you have any info on them. Thanks!

Answer
Hi Jennifer:

Thanks for your question.

I was not familiar with these sets, but found more than one site selling them. My guess is that they are worth about $20 each. Many coins put in these sets are well circulated, and worth only the metal melt value (if silver). See: http://www.coinflation.com/silver_coin_values.html

For "Freedom" set information see: http://www.kennedymint.net/wall_displays/coin_sets.asp?cat2=Mixed+Coins&cat3=Spi...

You may want to check US coins and currency listings under sets or collections on eBay from time to time to see if your coins are listed what these type of items may bring.

If you live close to a local shop, they should offer an opinion as to the value at no charge. Always try and get at least two opinions and try and deal with PNG dealers if possible. If you should decide to sell your items to a dealer, remember they will offer about 50% to 60% of the retail value. Here's a link to find one in your area: http://www.pngdealers.com/dealersearch.php You'd likely get more for this coin in a major coin auction, or by selling it to a dealer specializing in errors.

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Thank You and Good Luck in your collecting.