Coin and Paper Money Collecting/Old Coins

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Expert: - 5/21/2004


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I have in my posession quite a few old coins buffalo head and Indian head nickels, old dimes in the 1800's old quarters, english coins, canadian coins, and what looks like silver pennies.  What is the best way to find out if they have any value.  Thank you  

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Hello,
Certainly, something is only worth what someone else will pay for it.  But to get a good idea of the RETAIL value, pick up a copy of The Guidebook to US Coins.
As for the foreign coins, most are not worth anything unless they are silver or gold.

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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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