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| Subject | Date Asked |
| maria theresia 1780 | 2/7/2012 |
| Q: Maria Theresia Thalers were originally struck by Austria and portray the empress who reigned ... A: Your coin appears to have two tail feathers in the center row of the tail. It is difficult to see ... | |
| Two Interesting Medals | 1/26/2012 |
| Q: I have this medal, Austria 1836, Bronze 45mm, the year is complete MDCCCXXXVI. I see some of this in ... A: This is a modern piece. I have one that was made into a bottle opener. They sell entire sets of cups ... | |
| Solid Gold, S GEORGIVS EQVITVM PATRONVS - $1 Million Dollar Coin/Token? | 1/25/2012 |
| Q: From Researching, I know that this design is well known to be a good luck token as I read one of ... A: There were gold coins in denominations of 1/2, 1 and 5 ducats issued by Hungary in the 1600's that ... | |
| 1938 gold magna mater coin | 1/24/2012 |
| Q: I recently checked to find the value of this coin. While the 1938 magna mater is very rare, this one ... A: This is a modern facsimile coin, made for someone that wanted the look but could not afford the ... | |
| Unknown Medals | 1/20/2012 |
| Q: I'm back, with tow more medals that I'm not have much information about those. The first one, I ... A: The first one is the large variety, listed as Eglit 100. There is also a smaller 27mm version which ... | |
| 5 centimes coin | 1/18/2012 |
| Q: I have in my possession a coin that has Premier Roi Des Belges - a large 5 - centimes under the 5 & ... A: This is a Belgian 5 centimes, with French legends "Des Belges". They were also made with Dutch ... | |
| Spanish-American War Medals | 1/18/2012 |
| Q: Dmitry I have some medals from spanish-american war. I see it on some places but not much ... A: The first, second and fourth are veteran's medals, awarded after the war to those who fought. These ... | |
| 1708 coin | 1/17/2012 |
| Q: Please answer the following: Origin, denomination, and current worth? Not sure if both sides of ... A: There is only one picture of the date side. The other side should have the denomination. The coin is ... | |
| worth | 1/17/2012 |
| Q: I will make it simple when I was in the military back in the 66 to 70 was stationed in Germany. I ... A: These are 2 1/2 guilder coins, made of .720 purity silver. There were 10 million+ of each year made, ... | |
| 1876 Worlds fair coin/token | 1/16/2012 |
| Q: So I have a question regarding coins/tokens that were made for the 1876 Worlds Fair in Philadelphia, ... A: In good condition they are typically being retailed from $300 to $400 (about 600 to 800 Brazilian ... | |
| 1883 kalakaua coin | 1/16/2012 |
| Q: How can I tell if the coin that I have is authentic? And not a replica? It is in what I would ... A: Which denomination is your coin? Coins of this date were made of different materials depending on ... | |
| Value of LOUIS XVI ROI DES FRANCOIS 1791 | 1/11/2012 |
| Q: LOUIS XVI ROI DES FRANCOIS 1791 coin mint mark A. Coin in excellent shape. Possible value? I found ... A: That price would be 65 euros. For some reason they use a comma instead of a period and that causes ... | |
| German 2 Pfenning | 1/9/2012 |
| Q: Mr. Livshits, I sentyou a question Sunday morning regarding the value of two 2Pfennings one 1874 ... A: I should have looked at this question before the other one. =) These are from the Berlin mint, ... | |
| AUSTRALIAN 1954 COMMEMORATIVE FLORIN | 1/8/2012 |
| Q: I have a 1954 Commemorative Florin in uncirculated condition with the letters LORIN in FLORIN ... A: Sorry for the delay in answering your question. This is mechanical doubling (also called machine ... | |
| German coin | 1/8/2012 |
| Q: Mr Livshits, This is another question I have for you regarding a 2 Pfenning coin. It's date is 1875 ... A: In circulated condition they are worth a couple of dollars. There are different mint marks which ... | |
| AUSTRALIAN 1954 COMMEMORATIVE FLORIN | 1/8/2012 |
| Q: I have a 1954 Commemorative Florin in uncirculated condition with the letters LORIN in FLORIN ... A: Value will depend on what type of doubling this is. If it's mechanical doubling, which happens as a ... | |
| 1943 D Reichspfennig | 1/7/2012 |
| Q: .. I have this 1943 D reichspfennig that looks like it has doubling on it.The doubling looks flat ... A: Nazi German coins from the Munich (D) mint are commonly found with real die doubling. On your coin ... | |
| Foreign coins | 1/7/2012 |
| Q: Mr.Livshits, I have one very sm. 1/4 real 1888 Guatemala I believe. This coin is in very fine ... A: These little "pill" coins are quite popular. world coin catalogs list it at just a couple of dollars ... | |
| morocco coin | 1/6/2012 |
| Q: My son has what you described to another as a morocco coin. His coin is in very good shape if it is ... A: Judging by the weight it would be a 4 falus denomination, which is the largest for coins of this ... | |
| Greek Coin | 1/4/2012 |
| Q: I have an 1876 5 dracma greek coin. Does it have any particular value and is it silver? Jim A: These coins are .900 purity silver, as long as it's genuine. Non-silver fakes also exist. It's not ... | |
| 1947 5 francs coin | 12/26/2011 |
| Q: the coin I have says REPVBLIQVE FRANCAISE on one side with a womans head and the other side has RF 5 ... A: Sorry for the delay in answering your question. The difference between these two varieties is the ... | |
| American made Ang Bagong Lipunan Philippine coins | 12/23/2011 |
| Q: For 1975, Krause lists (along with three different Franklin mint versions) both an “Lt” (or “VDM”) ... A: The Franklin Mint pieces are not considered as being for regular circulation, as is often the case ... | |
| Republique franchaise coins/ silver | 12/22/2011 |
| Q: I have several of these coins, Republique francaise 5 francs,Louis philippic Roi DES Francaise,most ... A: A good starting point would be to take note of the exact year and the mint mark on each coin. The ... | |
| trying to find out if coin is worth something and how much | 12/19/2011 |
| Q: I Have a Carol IV D.C. This is what it says on the front of the coin- His Pet IND R 1792 coin and ... A: Coins of this type were made in several denominations and in several countries with the same design. ... | |
| foreign coin | 12/17/2011 |
| Q: I have this coin I know its silver not sure of the content but on the front it has a man wit a hat ... A: This coin is from Iran, of the 1927 to 1929 type and made of .900 silver. I can't tell the size ... | |
| Two new medals | 12/13/2011 |
| Q: friend, I have two more medals for you; the first one, I think is a competition medal from Belgie, ... A: The first is from Belgium, it is a blank award medal for the gymnastics competition that was held ... | |
| Two Medals to value | 12/10/2011 |
| Q: I have two medals to value, first one from England 1902, bronze, 36mm. Obverse; Two bust of Edward ... A: The first medal is worth $25 to $35 in excellent condition. I have also seen them in silver, these ... | |
| Double mm 1939D 2 mark | 12/4/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1939D 2 mark nazi coin. The mint mark is clearly doubled. This is not a case of machine ... A: Double dies are also fairly common on these coins, especially the D/Munich mint and A/Berlin mint ... | |
| china silver dollar coin | 12/3/2011 |
| Q: i have 2 china silver dollar coins. there is alot of information about these coins on the ... A: The ones with 6 characters are Republic of China general issues. The one in the picture with two ... | |
| egyptian coins | 12/3/2011 |
| Q: I just read an answer from Brad Swain on 9/20/08 that comes close to my coins. I have a 20 piaster ... A: I would put the 20 piastres at $100 to $125. At $300 it would need to be NGC or PCGS slabbed mint ... | |
| egyptian coins | 12/1/2011 |
| Q: I just read an answer from Brad Swain on 9/20/08 that comes close to my coins. I have a 20 piaster ... A: The tiny H mint mark is between the two ribbons that are between the English and Hijri dates. At 6 ... | |
| Two Medals to value | 12/1/2011 |
| Q: I'm back again, I have two more medals for your consideration. First one; France 1867 Universal ... A: The first medal is a more common, souvenir version of a larger medal. The French government issued ... | |
| coin of Louis 16th | 11/30/2011 |
| Q: Dmitry! I found allexperts website while searching for images of a coin which I possess. After ... A: This is a jeton, which is a type of token or medallion. It is not an official coin, but many of ... | |
| Foreign coins | 11/28/2011 |
| Q: I have 3 Chilean peso's from the 1970's... I am not sure if they are of any value. Most of the ... A: Unfortunately these coins do not have a significant collector value. They are just too modern and ... | |
| Medallion | 11/28/2011 |
| Q: I have this medallion my grandfather gave me before he passed, he said he got it in Europe during ... A: Sorry for the delay in getting to your question. This is an Austrian medal to commemorate the life ... | |
| Belg. Congo coin | 11/26/2011 |
| Q: Dmitry: Hope you're well. I have a 1891 1 frank (Leopold II) from the Belg. Congo in very nice ... A: Not a bad first attempt, the picture is only slightly blurry. I see enough to tell it's genuine and ... | |
| chinese coins | 11/19/2011 |
| Q: my wife bought some silver coins at a chinese restraunt .. was wondering if they are worth anything ... A: The coins described are rare types, but also some of the most often counterfeited. I see literally ... | |
| gold coin | 11/18/2011 |
| Q: I have a gold coin minted 1792 on the front has a bust of a man facing to the right. on front it ... A: Sorry about the delay in answering your question. This coin has the Madrid mintmark, so it's from ... | |
| German coin or medal | 11/16/2011 |
| Q: Mr. Livshits, you responded to another about this coin/medal, but the difference I have for you is ... A: These medals are fairly rare in either bronze or silver, but of course the silver ones are worth a ... | |
| gold coin | 11/13/2011 |
| Q: I have a gold coin minted 1792 on the front has a bust of a man facing to the right. on front it ... A: This would be a Spanish colonial 1 escudo, made of .903 (22 karat) gold. They were minted at various ... | |
| Two new medals | 11/12/2011 |
| Q: Dmitry The first one obverse; Max Neuda bust, leyend; Jurris Doctor Max Neuda Aetatis Svae LXX, ... A: Sorry for the delay in getting to your question. The first medal is from Germany, made in 1901 for ... | |
| wilhelmina koningin der nederlanden dime bracelets | 11/9/2011 |
| Q: I have found 2 wilhelmina koningin der nederlanden dime bracelets in a jewelery box and was ... A: They may be worth something extra to a specialist that collects coin jewelry, if they are well ... | |
| Prize Medals | 11/8/2011 |
| Q: I have two more medals, I think are prize or award medals for participation or wining competition. ... A: I actually saw one of the 50 real medals that you asked me about earlier. The value you got on it ... | |
| Thaler exchange rate? | 11/4/2011 |
| Q: Is there any way to know what a thaler would have been worth in the mid-1800's as compared to ... A: At that time the coins were exchanged based on metal content. Thalers from various German states did ... | |
| Monedas Desconocidas | 11/4/2011 |
| Q: It's me again, I hope don't disturb you. But I have some medals long time without information to ... A: The first medal is from Belgium, dated 1825. This celebrates the marriage between Prince Frederic of ... | |
| coin condition | 10/29/2011 |
| Q: A follow up question from a few days ago about my belgium silver 1 franc coin. You said the coin ... A: Unfortunately the coin is well worn and also has hairlines from being cleaned by rubbing with a ... | |
| Two Medals; Italy? - Germany | 10/28/2011 |
| Q: You are my favorite Expert. These are tow more medals that I can't identify and get the value. The ... A: The medal on the left is indeed from Italy, it is a memorial for the death of Venetian artist and ... | |
| coin worth | 10/25/2011 |
| Q: I also have a coin with the name Leopold 11(roman numeral) Koning on the left front side near the ... A: This is a Belgian silver 1 franc coin, with Dutch legends. They were also made with French legends ... | |
| coin origin and value | 10/25/2011 |
| Q: respected sir, I have a coin named on one side of it is DEI.GRATIA..FERDIN.VII.1814 and the other ... A: The wording basically means Ferdinand VII, king of Spain and territories. The 8R stands for "8 ... | |
| Medals from Germany | 10/24/2011 |
| Q: I put two medals at the same time, I don't know if I can do this. But to save time I do it, tell me ... A: The one on the left is a medal of the German Laundry Association, commemorating "25 years of ... | |
| Silver German Coins 1906-1913 | 10/23/2011 |
| Q: I have 3 old silver coins. 1- 1913 5 Mark Deutsches Reich, Wilhelm II Deutscher KaiserKonig Von ... A: The first 5 mark coin is a Prussian commemorative, made in 1913 and 1914. This coin is worth a ... | |
| Identification and value of a medal | 10/22/2011 |
| Q: I own a medal, I think from Germany, because on the reverse have the inscription Patrona Bavariae, ... A: The medal you have is a novelty version designed after a commemorative German gold ducat, like this ... | |
| mussolini coin | 10/19/2011 |
| Q: I brought a Italy 20 lira silver coin. obv. head of mussolini wearing combat helmet and rev. is lion ... A: This is a fantasy version. It is listed in the Krause book "Unusual World Coins" with a value of ... | |
| Gold Russian Coin | 10/17/2011 |
| Q: We had this coin in the family for years and I was just wondering what it is worth and how many of ... A: Beautiful coin, these are rare in any condition, but especially in very nice condition like this ... | |
| german coin | 10/17/2011 |
| Q: I have a silver coloured german coin - wilhelm koenig von preussen 'A' with the head facing to the ... A: Unfortunately the hole will reduce the value to that of it's weight in silver. This coin is not ... | |
| Info on Haiti coins | 10/15/2011 |
| Q: I have some gold and silver proof coin sets from Haiti that I would like some more information on. ... A: Modern commemoratives like these are pretty much worth gold/silver bullion value at auction. Plus, ... | |
| WWI - La Semeuse Walking Liberty | 10/10/2011 |
| Q: I have a coin that my grandfather brought home from serving in WWI. I believe is a 'The Sower (La ... A: Such one sided coins are patterns or trial strikes, meant for presentation of what the coin would ... | |
| Identifying a coin | 10/9/2011 |
| Q: I am trying to identify this coin. It has what appears to be the Star of David on one side but the ... A: The coin you have is a bronze 4 falus from Morocco. The picture is upside down, but the date looks ... | |
| British West Africa Coins | 10/8/2011 |
| Q: Amongst a box of old coins ( mainly UK) I have found 2-3 coins from British West Africa and wondered ... A: These are common issues, with many millions of each one made. There are also different mint marks ... | |
| German Medal - 1888 Value and Identification | 10/6/2011 |
| Q: Good day Mr. Livshits, In my search for information about the medal, I have found a similar item on ... A: This is a commemorative medal from the German State of Prussia, commemorating the interesting year ... | |
| possible 7 mace and 2 candareens | 10/3/2011 |
| Q: ok the coin weighs 18.36 grams and here are the pics again ... A: That is much too low of a weight, it should be a good 9 grams higher. This is definitely not a ... | |
| 1914 L-5 Italia coin | 9/30/2011 |
| Q: I have a L-5 1914 in near perfect condition and really looks real but the weight is only 23 grams. ... A: Unfortunately yes. This is a commonly faked coin, because there are very few of them known to exist. ... | |
| 1st year of the Republic of China Silver Coin | 9/30/2011 |
| Q: I've got 2 coins from my grandpa The first one is 20 cents from Year 1912 KWANG-TUNG PROVINCE ... A: The good news is that the coins appear to be genuine. The bad news is that these particular coins ... | |
| possible 7 mace and 2 candareens | 9/30/2011 |
| Q: Well I'm hopping it is anyway lol, Okay I have here a coin I've got a few links below of obverse and ... A: Honestly the details of the coin are acceptable. The surface is off, but it may be due to a ... | |
| East Africa 10 cents 1950- NO centre hole | 9/29/2011 |
| Q: I have an uncirculated East Africa 10 cents 1950- WITHOUT a centre hole. How much is it worth, and ... A: Nice find. These coins are occasionally found without a punched center hole or with a hole that is ... | |
| Canadian 1867-1967 medallion | 9/29/2011 |
| Q: You previously answered a question about the value of the Canadian confederation medallion. Does the ... A: In an auction setting with low starting bid, it's not likely to sell for any more. However, the ... | |
| 1966 Kenyan Gold Coins | 9/29/2011 |
| Q: I have a set of three Kenyan Gold Coins bearing an inscription of Mzee Jomo Kenyatta. They are in ... A: This set contains 1.9 ounces of pure gold. The melt value of the gold is over $3,100 at today's gold ... | |
| british india coin grade | 9/26/2011 |
| Q: i currently purchased a British India half rupee (1945) coin from ebay india. coin is certified with ... A: What you have is a "self-slab". This is not really from any reputable company, it is just one or a ... | |
| 2 kroner coin 1905/1907 | 9/24/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2 kroner coin that I was wondering how much it is worth. On one side the side that I have ... A: Good find! This is indeed a rare coin. There are two varieties, one just like this without the ... | |
| georgivs III Dei Gratia 1790 | 9/23/2011 |
| Q: i have a georgivs III Dei Gratia 1790 coin but pretty sure its a token cause the initialling is ... A: I have both bad news and good news regarding this item. The bad news is that it's an imitation of a ... | |
| Mexico-Filipinas Gold Commemorative | 9/23/2011 |
| Q: Greetings. I am in possession of a gold commemorative "coin" weighing approximately 1 troy oz. (like ... A: Based on the weight and measurements, the coin is likely .900 gold, which is spot on with their 22 ... | |
| New Zealand sixpence | 9/22/2011 |
| Q: I recently found several WWII era foreign coins inside my grandmother's cedar chest. The coins were ... A: A local coin dealer would likely be interested, though many of them try to buy coins for silver ... | |
| 1920 mexican pesos | 9/21/2011 |
| Q: I have eight Mexican pesos from 1919 to 1923. All are concave in shape bending out from the heads ... A: These coins were crafted into what are known as "conchos". This is a traditional Mexican adornment ... | |
| New Zealand sixpence | 9/20/2011 |
| Q: I recently found several WWII era foreign coins inside my grandmother's cedar chest. The coins were ... A: Nice find! Not only does the coin appear to be near mint condition, it's also one of the key dates ... | |
| Copper? coin | 9/20/2011 |
| Q: On one side there are two crossed arrows with 2OR SM on the sides where the arrows cross. There is a ... A: This is indeed a copper coin, a large 2 ore from Sweden. They are fairly common coin, but have ... | |
| coin | 9/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a OTTO KOENIG VON BAYERN with a head and d under the head on one side of the coin and on the ... A: This is a 5 mark coin from the German State of Bavaria, struck in .900 purity silver. They were ... | |
| Vittorio Emanuele coins and others | 9/20/2011 |
| Q: Can you, please, give me some information on some coins I have and hope to sell. - Umberto I 1887., ... A: For teh silver coins, if they are all in the same condition as the two shown, they would be worth ... | |
| Chinese coin silver sample | 9/20/2011 |
| Q: I have an unusual piece. Essentially, it's a familiar coin: the 1933 one yaun Chinese coin depicting ... A: Don't worry about it, I volunteer because I appreciate the "nuisance". These pieces are modern ... | |
| Chinese coin silver sample | 9/17/2011 |
| Q: I have an unusual piece. Essentially, it's a familiar coin: the 1933 one yaun Chinese coin depicting ... A: The "Coin silver sanvple / circulation no" pieces are a modern concoction and listed in the Krause ... | |
| Foreign coin | 9/16/2011 |
| Q: A: This is a 10 ore from Sweden, made of 40% silver. In circulated condition it's only worth a couple ... | |
| Bavarian Thaler | 9/15/2011 |
| Q: I'm by no means an expert so I'd like to ask you about a Bavarian/Madonna Thaler that I acquired. ... A: Everything you describe about the coin is normal. This version with the star to the right of the ... | |
| Mexico-Filipinas Gold Commemorative | 9/14/2011 |
| Q: Greetings. I am in possession of a gold commemorative "coin" weighing approximately 1 troy oz. (like ... A: All the examples I've seen were silver and there is nothing out there to suggest a solid gold ... | |
| Chinese coins | 9/12/2011 |
| Q: This seems to be a pretty common subject, but I also have some chinese coins that I suspect are ... A: The bottom three are indeed fake. I can tell that from the pictures. The top one is likely also ... | |
| Coin | 9/11/2011 |
| Q: I have attached pictures for the 1876 Funf Mark - thank you again for your response. A: If the other side is dated 1876, then you have a novelty medal rather than an actual coin. The coins ... | |
| 1889 Chinese Kwang Tung 7 mace 2 candareens | 9/10/2011 |
| Q: hey, Somewhere around 8 years ago my grandfather gave me an old silver Chinese coin he said he ... A: Generally a coin would have to be weighed on an accurate digital scale, since the difference between ... | |
| follow up 18 coin bracelet | 9/10/2011 |
| Q: H:follow up to 18 coin bracelet\DCIM\100VIVIT\New Folder\PICT0028.JPG A: Indeed these are novelty medallions. By their style and appearance I would estimate age anywhere ... | |
| french crown coins | 9/8/2011 |
| Q: if a coin from the 1640's or 1840's (the date is difficult to make out) is plated with what looks ... A: This is a Netherlands daaler coin, likely a half daaler judging by the size. These are often known ... | |
| Mexico-Filipinas Gold Commemorative | 9/8/2011 |
| Q: Greetings. I am in possession of a gold commemorative "coin" weighing approximately 1 troy oz. (like ... A: This is a commemorative medal, made of .999 pure silver. This is an official government medal, made ... | |
| FRIDERICUS BORUSSORUM REX - 3-coin set | 9/8/2011 |
| Q: I got a coin from a guy at work, 1 of a 3-coin set, that I believe is a gold commemorative set. Coin ... A: I am familiar with this set. They were issued in gold and in silver. The two smaller coins are ... | |
| 1889 Chinese Kwang Tung 7 mace 2 candareens | 9/8/2011 |
| Q: hey, Somewhere around 8 years ago my grandfather gave me an old silver Chinese coin he said he ... A: The quickest way to get an idea is to weight it. If the coin is not heavily worn and weighs in ... | |
| Identifying 18 coin bracelet | 9/7/2011 |
| Q: I was given a bracelet that has 18 coins on it and was hoping you could give me any info you had ... A: These are actually novelty pieces rather than actual coins. One side has the Austro-Hungarian coin ... | |
| Mexican Token | 9/7/2011 |
| Q: Hey Dmitry, I have another Mexican token that I can't find any record of (see picture). It's undated ... A: This is actually a button that someone turned into pendant or other hanging jewelry piece. It's not ... | |
| 1797 Britannia Coin | 9/5/2011 |
| Q: Dmitry Livshits: I possess a 1797 Georgius III D: G R E X Britannia coin and have been told it is ... A: When dealing with world coins age is relative. For example, coins from ancient China that are ... | |
| Chinese coins from Vietnam War era? | 9/4/2011 |
| Q: I have a few coins from my late husband's collection that I am unable to identify. I have spent ... A: There are so many different types of Chinese coins, replicas and fantasy novelty pieces that it ... | |
| Greek Coin | 9/4/2011 |
| Q: Earlier this year I had bought this coin from Athens, Greece and was wondering what you could tell ... A: Your coin is a lepton from the Ionian Islands, while under British administration. They are not ... | |
| 1894 Negociacion del Doctor | 9/3/2011 |
| Q: I have what I believe to be another Queretaro mining token (see your previous answer, ... A: This one is certainly rare. I have not even been able to reference another 5 centavo token like ... | |
| 1927 Holyland Coin | 9/2/2011 |
| Q: I was looking through my collection and came across this coin. At first I didn't think it was worth ... A: I saw this question in our "question pool", where questions that were passed up on go. This is ... | |
| foriegn coins | 9/1/2011 |
| Q: i have a 1954 coin on one side it has 10 NORGE ORE on the other side it has a crown on top of what ... A: The first coin is a 10 ore from Norway and the second is a 50 centimes from Congo under Belgian ... | |
| far east coin | 9/1/2011 |
| Q: can you indentify this coin app.27.5mmxapp2.0mm thickness,front contain a picture of a man in uiform ... A: I am very surprised that this tested as silver. Did you make a cut or test the surface? These types ... | |
| 1951 franklin 1/2 dollar "ghost image" ? | 9/1/2011 |
| Q: I was told that this is a ghost image and doesn't effect the price of the coin (the flairs on both ... A: It may have a slight increase in value if you get someone particularly interested, but it would ... | |
| Prussian 10 Mark Coin | 9/1/2011 |
| Q: Livshits, I was given several 10 mark Prussian gold coins several years ago by my late mother. ... A: Everything sounds just fine to me. The weight is right on and there is actually no problem with the ... | |
| 1974 Philippine proofs/PCGS | 8/30/2011 |
| Q: I have been collecting Philippine coins for about 12 years now, ranging from old Spanish through ... A: By the sounds of it the cased sets were compromised by humidity, which is the only thing that will ... | |
| Anglo Dutch Medal ? | 8/28/2011 |
| Q: Any help on what this is, meaning of, text translates to or any other information is appreciated. ... A: I saw this one on coincomunity just now as well. I must say this is a bit older than what I have ... | |
| Spanish American War Medallion | 8/27/2011 |
| Q: Dmitry thank you for getting back with me. Your email had gone to spam and was deleted before I got ... A: One thing I will not be able to tell you is an accurate value. This is a privately made or souvenir ... | |
| Italian Coin | 8/26/2011 |
| Q: I have an 1882 gold Umberto I Re D'Italia coin. It is in pristine condition with no scratches or ... A: Gold bullion value means literally "its weight in gold". In this case the coin has a little over .23 ... | |
| European Currency | 8/26/2011 |
| Q: I recently went to a yard sale and found a large German Beer mug full of European currency and ... A: The Danish and Swiss currency is still spendable in those countries and exchange at a rate of 1 ... | |
| Coin from period Pope John Paul II was alive | 8/26/2011 |
| Q: I have a coin that I received as a gift showing Pope John Paul II on one side,(which reads Joannes ... A: This is one of a series of souvenir medals that were made for sale to tourists in the 1960's and ... | |
| french crown coins | 8/25/2011 |
| Q: if a coin from the 1640's or 1840's (the date is difficult to make out) is plated with what looks ... A: This does not sound like a French coin, though it may also be a medal. It sounds more like a coin ... | |
| far east coin | 8/25/2011 |
| Q: can you indentify this coin app.27.5mmxapp2.0mm thickness,front contain a picture of a man in uiform ... A: This sounds like a Chinese coin. I would need to see a clear picture of the portrait side to ... | |
| Question re: Silver American Eagle coin weight | 8/24/2011 |
| Q: Silver American Eagles are supposed to be 1oz of pure silver. According to the dimensions of the ... A: My apologies for the delay in answering your question. The discrepancy is due to the physical ... | |
| German 5 Mark Coin 1876 Prussia | 8/24/2011 |
| Q: Another neat coin I acquired in my journeys. I'm attaching photos of the front and back. What I've ... A: You are correct about the attribution, it is indeed a silver 5 mark from the German state of ... | |
| Italian Coin | 8/23/2011 |
| Q: I have an 1882 gold Umberto I Re D'Italia coin. It is in pristine condition with no scratches or ... A: I would need to know the denomination of the coin. The smaller 10 and 20 lire coins are fairly ... | |
| coin value | 8/22/2011 |
| Q: My friend has a 3 mark with a left-facing profile on the front of Friedrich II Grossherzog Von Baden ... A: This silver coin from the German State of Baden is a fairly common one. Auction value is generally ... | |
| re: Caciques de Venzuela | 8/21/2011 |
| Q: Dmitry, what is the composition of the metal in the 18 piece set of Caciques de Venzuela ? Is it ... A: Coins from this series were amde in silver and in gold. The silver pieces are .999 fine and the gold ... | |
| Norway or Denmark 1730 8 skilling | 8/15/2011 |
| Q: I had listed this coin on ebay as a coin from Denmark I was then informed by a bidder it was from ... A: This one is indeed from Denmark, so you were right the first time around. Norwegian coins had a ... | |
| S.Georgivs Coin | 8/14/2011 |
| Q: Dmitry. I have a coin that I have been studying for a while now and while studying I found that you ... A: The 42mm example was actually a bit unusual, as most them them are in the 20mm range such as yours. ... | |
| 1914 5 lire coin | 8/10/2011 |
| Q: I have this coin that was brought from Italy it measures 37cm, the coin is in fine to excellent ... A: This coin is very commonly counterfeited, as only a few dozen of this coin are known to exist that ... | |
| German 20 mark gold coins | 8/9/2011 |
| Q: I just came across 2 German gold coins which my parents had in their possession. One is a 20 mark ... A: These coins are scarce in pristine condition and do carry a collectible premium above just gold ... | |
| Strait Settlement Coin | 8/9/2011 |
| Q: i'm an asian and i have a coin but fail to gather any information of it. Please help me to figure ... A: This one is a fantasy issue, dating from sometime in the past 50 years. There were several of these ... | |
| 1851 Helvetia Coin | 8/9/2011 |
| Q: Would you be able to tell me the value of an 1851 Helvetia coin in very good condition. On the back ... A: This is a 2 rappen coin from Switzerland. The 1851 is a actually one of the more common dates in ... | |
| Saudi Arabia Gold Guinea - Replica? | 8/7/2011 |
| Q: I have in my possession several gold coins that are IDENTICAL to the Saudi Arabia Gold Guinea except ... A: You are lucky these turned out to be solid gold, as the vast majority of such novelty copies are not ... | |
| LUITPOLD PRINZ-REGENT VON BAYERN’ | 8/5/2011 |
| Q: LUITPOLD PRINZ-REGENT VON BAYERN’ A SPRIG OF LAUREL AT THE BASE; THE REVERSE WITH THE CROWNED ARMS ... A: This is indeed an official medal from Bavaria. This should be oval in shape and can be bronze or ... | |
| Pont Coin | 8/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a coin that I would like to know a little more about (its history, value, etc.) Front reads ... A: This is indeed a novelty/souvenir piece from the Vatican. There are various designs for these ... | |
| 1695 German State Coin | 8/5/2011 |
| Q: I acquired a german state coin (that is all I have found out so far). It says 1695 for a date. ... A: Sorry for the delay in answering your question. This 24 mariengroschen is from the state of ... | |
| British Guinea's | 8/3/2011 |
| Q: How are you? Hope all is good. I contacted you last year about the value of some coins I have. You ... A: The colelctible value portion has been steady from last year to the present. However, rising gold ... | |
| 1695 German State Coin | 8/3/2011 |
| Q: I acquired a german state coin (that is all I have found out so far). It says 1695 for a date. ... A: Can you possibly attach an image of the other side? There are a few German states that had coins ... | |
| 2 australian pennies | 8/2/2011 |
| Q: i have 2 australian pennies: 1 dated 1912 with georgivs v d g britt omn rex fd ind imp on the front, ... A: The first (1912) penny is indeed Australian. They are common coins overall, but rare in excellent ... | |
| nazi brot token | 7/31/2011 |
| Q: I picked up this nazi bread token at a flea market and was wondering if it had any value. It's 1 ... A: Nice token. Is it uniface, or is there something pictured on the other side as well? If it's uniface ... | |
| value of Mexican coin | 7/26/2011 |
| Q: What is the value of a silver 1840 Republica Mexicana coin with the following markings: 8 ... A: This Mexican 8 reales coin is from the Zacatecas mint. It's one of the more common dates mints for ... | |
| 1901 Gold Russian Coin | 7/25/2011 |
| Q: I recently found a coin given to me by my relatives in Latvia, I didn't have much interest in it ... A: The edge looks normal for these coins, though the surface looks like it has been cleaned. This coin ... | |
| mexican coin | 7/25/2011 |
| Q: My brother recently found a mexican coin, gold colored dated 1935. It is labeled 100 estapdos and ... A: This would be a Mexican 100 pesos from 1985. The 8 can sometimes have parts of the loops missing, ... | |
| copper coin | 7/25/2011 |
| Q: i have found this coin [? ] it has asian writing on it's one side and maybe the chinese zodiac on ... A: This is indeed a Chinese amulet, showing the Zodiac characters, animals and trigrams that stand for ... | |
| 1915 Serbian coin | 7/25/2011 |
| Q: i have a 1915, 1 Dinar, with designer name, coin alignment coin. I am trying to get an idea of ... A: I had answered this question a couple days ago, I apologize if you did not receive it. Coin ... | |
| 10 Cent French coin from 1814 with a N in a wreath | 7/21/2011 |
| Q: So, I work for a numistics sales site. I've been working here for the last year and have recently ... A: Sorry about the delay in getting to your question. I'm a big fan of Littleton coin company. This ... | |
| Mystery coin | 7/21/2011 |
| Q: Mr. Livshits, I recently remembered the combination to one of my old safes, and I was going through ... A: This is a silver 50 ore coin from Norway. They are pretty low mintage coins and are also very ... | |
| 1920 Australian penny | 7/20/2011 |
| Q: I have found a whole album collection of Australian penny,of grandfathers. George V 1911-1936. the ... A: It could either be a toy coin, or a penny that was struck on a half-penny planchet. The latter would ... | |
| 1867 hong kong queen victoria silver dollar | 7/20/2011 |
| Q: i would like to find out how to tell the difference between a reproduction and a orginal. i would ... A: Sorry for the delay in getting to your question. Typically weighing the coin is a quick way to get ... | |
| coin evaluation | 7/18/2011 |
| Q: Dmitry: I have 3 mark German 1000th anniv. founding of Dinkelsbuhl. AU condition with slight dings ... A: Sorry for the late reply. This coin is quite rare, with only 40,000 coins ever made and a pretty ... | |
| Spanish Coin? | 7/15/2011 |
| Q: I know you said you knew about 18th century coins. I was hoping you might know something about ... A: This is a German silver thaler, from Lower Saxonx and depicting Chritian the Older, prince of ... | |
| GEORGIUS IIII D:G: BRITANNIAR: REX F:D: | 7/15/2011 |
| Q: I have a coin that I think might be of value. It is inscribed with "GEORGIUS IIII D:G: BRITANNIAR: ... A: This is a British crown, their version of a silver dollar. It's made of .925 sterling silver. ... | |
| 1776 foreign coin | 7/14/2011 |
| Q: I have a coin in my collection that I can't find any information on. On the front side of the coin ... A: This is a silver 20 kreuzer coin from the German state of Bavaria. They are not particularly scarce, ... | |
| Photos--Phil IV 1648--Photos | 7/14/2011 |
| Q: *** I apologize for the second email--I forgot to attach the photo. Here it is: Dmitry, I'm ... A: This appears to be a joton, which is a privately issued token. There is a long tradition of such ... | |
| 1894 coin negociacion del doctor | 7/13/2011 |
| Q: i found a coin about the diamature, 1/2 the thickness, of a 20 centavo mexico coin . . . front side ... A: This is actually quite a rare token you have. It's a mining token from the Mexican state of ... | |
| coin | 7/13/2011 |
| Q: i have a coin which reads Victoria Del Gratia Britt Regina.f:d and has the head of queen ... A: This would be a British shilling, made of .925 sterling silver. The coins themselves are common in ... | |
| Case | 7/6/2011 |
| Q: Dmitry, I'm not sure if this is the right place to ask my question but I'm trying to find a case ... A: The most painless and cost effective way to achieve this would be to shrink-wrap the whole thing in ... | |
| CAROL 1111 DC | 7/6/2011 |
| Q: I HAVE A -CAROL 1111 DC HISP.ET IND R 1792 (FRONT) -IN UTRO FELIX AUSPICE DEO WITYH 8 S ... A: Normally these coins are solid high purity gold. A good jeweler should be able to tell you if your ... | |
| Identifying A Coin | 7/4/2011 |
| Q: After my father passed away last year, I've been going through the foreign coins he left me and the ... A: There is no picture attached to the question, but the coin you describe sounds like an Israeli 1 new ... | |
| Bulgarian 4 Ducats | 7/3/2011 |
| Q: the other day I came across a gold 4 Ducats of Bulgaria dated 1912 which was offered in an internet ... A: This is not any sort of a 4 ducat coin, nor is even a coin at all. This is a medallion, which the ... | |
| Reference Book for 20th century US coins | 7/1/2011 |
| Q: I have accumulated silver coinage (pre-1965) quarters, dimes, half-dollars over the years. I would ... A: Go for the Redbook, this one here is the most recent edition: ... | |
| 1936 one penny | 6/29/2011 |
| Q: I don't know if you can help or not. I purchased a 1936 one penny awhile ago. I think it might be a ... A: Unfortunately this coin is shiny due to being cleaned. A proof coin would not be all shiny. The ... | |
| Knights of Malta, La Vallette Medal by gregori | 6/27/2011 |
| Q: a person named Gregori contacted you 2 years ago regards a La Vallette medal of Malta. Would it be ... A: I have no way of contacting that person directly, their e-mail address is not visible to me on this ... | |
| Coins | 6/26/2011 |
| Q: I have a coin that has an eagle on one side and on the other side it has big 5 in the middle this ... A: Sorry for the delay in answering your question. The coin you mention is a 5 reichspfennig from the ... | |
| Please Help!!!! | 6/24/2011 |
| Q: i have spent a couple hours now trying to fnid this coin and what exectly it is. On the front of ... A: This is a silver 2 thaler from the German State of Hamburg. Depending on condition, it can be worth ... | |
| Coin | 6/24/2011 |
| Q: I have a coin that has a big five in the middle on one side under the five is two branches in the ... A: This is a 5 pfennig from Nazi Germany. The coins are made of zinc and usually have white spots where ... | |
| What Kind of Coin Is This ? | 6/22/2011 |
| Q: Dmitry, I have this coin that has no year on it, and I can't seem to find an image or any info on ... A: This is a piece of antique play money or "spielgeld / spielmunze" as it is called in German. This ... | |
| 1944 ecuadoe coin | 6/16/2011 |
| Q: Sorry for repeating this question about 1944 Ecuador 5 Sucres coin. Actually my coin is 38.86 mm in ... A: Considering the diameter this coin would indeed be a counterfeit. Since the weight is correct, it ... | |
| silver Italian coin | 6/6/2011 |
| Q: I was given a silver Italian coin years ago and I'm curious to know what it's worth. I would really ... A: This is a "tallero" or 5 lire from the Eritrea under Italian rule. They are fairly scarce coins, but ... | |
| I have some coins | 6/6/2011 |
| Q: I have some coins that I want your opinion about value , they are all 22 ct gold, first one is 1913 ... A: Sorry about the delay in getting to your question. This is a novelty medallion from modern times. ... | |
| ????? any idea what this coin is????? | 6/5/2011 |
| Q: I am wondering what this coin is , not for sure if it is a king george coin or post colonial have no ... A: This is a British farthing or halfpenny, depending on size. Both have teh same designs, but the ... | |
| 1928 wilhelmina koningin der nederlanden 10 cents | 6/4/2011 |
| Q: Just wondering if this is worth anything, slightly worn on back side. has wreath and ribbon under ... A: The P, D, S mint marks are only found on Netherlands coins from the early 1940's. Coins before that ... | |
| russian imperial coins. | 6/2/2011 |
| Q: Another question about value. Earlier you had stated that a 1909 5 rouble coin was more valuable ... A: Sorry for the delay in getting to your question. The 1897 15 roubles are fairly common, regardless ... | |
| russian imperial coins. | 5/30/2011 |
| Q: Another question about value. Earlier you had stated that a 1909 5 rouble coin was more valuable ... A: For a mint state example graded by NGC/PCGS/ANACS, you are looking at around $600 to $700 for an ... | |
| IDENTIFING MY COIN | 5/25/2011 |
| Q: CAN U HELP ME IDENTIFY MY COIN? A: This is a copper "duit" from the Netherlands East Indies colonies. This is the modern day area ... | |
| coin evaluation | 5/25/2011 |
| Q: could you evaluate a german coin, Anniv. of the death of Von Der Volgelwelde 3M 1930 D.Looks AU. ... A: Sorry for the delay in answering your question, it's been a very busy week here. The 1930-D in AU ... | |
| storing coins in paper wrappers | 5/24/2011 |
| Q: storing coins in paper wrapped rolls ie. mint/bank paper wrapped coin rolls. A: Using any kind of paper is not suggested if the coins have a collectible value. This method will not ... | |
| Russian error coin | 5/23/2011 |
| Q: I recently repossed a coin that was in my family for almost 200 years. It is a Russian coin that was ... A: Sorry for the delay in answering your question, it's been a very busy week here. Double striking ... | |
| british coins | 5/22/2011 |
| Q: Any idea of values A: Sorry about the delay, you caught me at a very busy week. From the back they appear to be in pretty ... | |
| 1914 5 lira coin Vittorio Emanvele III Re D'Itallia | 5/22/2011 |
| Q: I have this coin that was brought from Italy with my son on school trip to Italy, the coin measures ... A: My apologies for the delay in answering your question, it was a very busy week. This is a very rare ... | |
| Coin value | 5/21/2011 |
| Q: I found this coin yesterday in Cairns Qld Australia,we live on a beach and it was buried in our ... A: Sorry for the delay in getting to your question, it's been a very busy week. Typically tehse are ... | |
| World Coin | 5/21/2011 |
| Q: it is a copper colored coin the size of a nickel, thin as a penny. It is 1976, i think. It has the ... A: This is a 1 drachma from Greece. It is a common coin with many millions that were made. They are ... | |
| Coin value | 5/19/2011 |
| Q: I found this coin yesterday in Cairns Qld Australia,we live on a beach and it was buried in our ... A: This is a medalet, and one with a common design. It appears to read "Securitas Tempestate" or ... | |
| suid africa coins | 5/18/2011 |
| Q: This Isle of Man looks quite good - would it be of interest in the US? Thanks again Myles ... A: It's unfortunate that these coins are well used. Early South African coins like these are all low ... | |
| 1855 Willem 111 koning coin | 5/18/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1855 munt van het koningryk der nederlanden 21/2 g coin. I was wondering if you could give ... A: This is a large Netherlands 2 1/2 gulden, made of high purity silver (.945 purity). The 1855 is one ... | |
| Konig commemorative coin? | 5/18/2011 |
| Q: I have coin/medallion that I cannot id from my research so I am hoping you can help. The topside of ... A: This is a commemorative medal from Brandenburg-Prussia, for victory in the Franco-German wars. This ... | |
| 1707 c-s- svvm cviqve coin | 5/17/2011 |
| Q: how can you tell if it is a replica or the real thing? i have a coin that is in excellent condition? A: The quickest way to get an idea is to weigh it. However, since this design was used on coins of ... | |
| Shah of Persia 5rial(?) coin | 5/16/2011 |
| Q: This Isle of Man looks quite good - would it be of interest in the US? Thanks again Myles ... A: Would have loved to have a nice few days, but the weather here has been pretty depressing. Hopefully ... | |
| re: chinese coin | 5/15/2011 |
| Q: Here are the pictures of the coin I asked you about. A: This is unfortunately not a genuine coin. It's not a fake either - since this is not a copy of an ... | |
| value of commemorative polish coin | 5/14/2011 |
| Q: I would like to know the current value of this coin. It's face value is 200,000 zlotych or 20,000 ... A: This coin is certainly worth more than silver value considering that only 20,000 coins were minted. ... | |
| Ein Thaler 1857 | 5/12/2011 |
| Q: could you identify for me the this coin: from one side - "FRIEDR. WILHELM IV KOENIG V PREUSSEN" and ... A: This is a mining thaler from Prussia. The message refers to silver mines, which is where the metal ... | |
| bi-centenary coin | 5/11/2011 |
| Q: This Isle of Man looks quite good - would it be of interest in the US? Thanks again Myles A: Sorry for the delay, I was away for a few days. hat is hard to say. There is certainly interest in ... | |
| 5 Centavos Copper-Nickel 1960 | 5/9/2011 |
| Q: ..I have a 1960 "5 Centavos Copper-Nickel". I was told it is worth over $100.00. Is this true? It is ... A: The Mexican 5 centavos from the 1960's made of copper-nickel are indeed rare. Certainly worth over ... | |
| morgan dollar | 5/8/2011 |
| Q: 1762 4 Kopek Coin Item condition: -- Ended: Mar 21, 201113:01:54 PDT Winning bid: GBP 820.00 [ 34 ... A: The coin looks just fine. They were made at 4 different mints in 1880 - Philadelphia, Denver, San ... | |
| Identify Coin / Medal | 5/5/2011 |
| Q: Hope you won't mind if I pick your brain for information. I have been trying to identify this coin ... A: This is a 25 cents coin from Ethiopia. It is dated Ethiopian Era 1936 (C.E. 1943), but they were ... | |
| Pahlavi | 4/25/2011 |
| Q: I asked you a question a few days ago regarding a gold pahlavi I have that the Shah of Iran gave me. ... A: In short order, no. The reason that US error coins are valuable is because US minting standards are ... | |
| 1723 coin | 4/24/2011 |
| Q: would you be able to identify this coin for us. It's from 1723 but we're not sure if it's vatican, ... A: This is a coin from the Italian State of Geneva, so you were on the right track. Which ... | |
| Pahlavi | 4/23/2011 |
| Q: I asked you a question a few days ago regarding a gold pahlavi I have that the Shah of Iran gave me. ... A: I see your question in my list of rejected question, but I'm not sure how it got there as I don't ... | |
| vietnamese coins | 4/23/2011 |
| Q: I recently got some coins at swapmeet that are Vietnamese. All are in plastic, but some have labels ... A: The names and dates on the labels are those of the ruler when the coin was minted, as well as their ... | |
| 1875 british penny value | 4/23/2011 |
| Q: I have an 1875 british penny and was wondering how much it was worth. It doesn't seem to be in good ... A: Unfortunately a normal 1875 is a common coin worth just a dollar or two in well used condition. ... | |
| Hungarian coins | 4/21/2011 |
| Q: I recently aquired 5 Hungarian coins that I cant seem to find in my world coin book. They are as ... A: All in all there are 4 designs for the silver coins, but really 8 different coins in the set. There ... | |
| Hungarian coins | 4/21/2011 |
| Q: I recently aquired 5 Hungarian coins that I cant seem to find in my world coin book. They are as ... A: I have a couple of these myself, but you have most of the set. That's quite a find. These coins were ... | |
| Equador 5 sucres coin | 4/20/2011 |
| Q: I got 1944 Ecuador 5 sucres coin it seems become yellow color like brass or copper. Both obverse and ... A: Based on the weight it sounds like a genuine piece with some wear (though not a lot of wear). The ... | |
| my penny | 4/20/2011 |
| Q: i have a 1901 penny with the date stamped twice how can i find out the value of my penny A: I can tell you a value for the coin if you upload a clear picture of the side of the coin with the ... | |
| rare coin | 4/18/2011 |
| Q: i have a 1966 2 kronur coin in great condition i know there are said to be less than 300 left in the ... A: There are two varieties for this Iceland 2 kronur. The normal variety is quite common and worth a ... | |
| What kind of coin is this? | 4/17/2011 |
| Q: I found a coin and am trying to identify it. One side appears to have 2 flags crossing each other ... A: It was not easy to tell because of the heavy wear on the coin, but it is a 10 cash coin from the ... | |
| What kind of coin is this? | 4/17/2011 |
| Q: I found a coin and am trying to identify it. One side appears to have 2 flags crossing each other ... A: This is a coin from China, in the ealry 1900's. The other side would tell me the denomination, ... | |
| coin identification | 4/13/2011 |
| Q: Dmitry: I have a tough one for you. The coin is smaller than a dime (approx. 15mm. in diam). The ... A: This is a coin from Morocco, a 1/2 dirham struck in .835 purity silver. This is the most common date ... | |
| Peruvian coins | 4/13/2011 |
| Q: My Peruna wife inherited some almost uncirculateed gold and I may put them on ebay if my crowded ... A: I would not recommend selling them on eBay. In fact, the future outlook for gold would make it a ... | |
| 1855 Spanish Coin | 4/12/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1855 Spanish coin. The front says "ISABEL 2 POR LA G DE DIOS Y LA CONST." There is a ... A: This is a copper coin from Spain. 1855 is actually one of the last years that such coins were made. ... | |
| unidentified coin | 4/8/2011 |
| Q: I have a dime sized coin. Side 1 has a female head left surrounded by: Anna De Gratia. Side 2 has a ... A: This is a 1710 (the 1's look like J's) British 4 pence. The catalog values in US books is a bit low. ... | |
| 1917 five milliemes | 4/8/2011 |
| Q: I was going through my collection of foreign coins and came across this one. On one side it is ... A: This is an Egyptian 5 milliemes. The O across from the 5 is also a five, but in Arabic numerals. ... | |
| 1787 one penny | 4/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1787 one penny token,with 'we promise to pay the bearer one penny'written on one side and I ... A: This is British conder token, from the Anglesey mines in Wales. They are not particularly rare in ... | |
| 1886 French coin | 4/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a coin with Republique Francaise on one side, dated 1886 with an image of a figure (looks ... A: This is a coin from the French Indo-China colony, which is the area of modern day Vietnam, Cambodia ... | |
| hespan 8 reale | 4/3/2011 |
| Q: i have an 1817 Ferdin VII 8 reale on the back it has written HISPAN ET IND REX D 8R M Z my grand ... A: This is a coin from the Mexican state of Durango, during the Mexican war of independence. 37 dollars ... | |
| where & how to purchase silver | 4/2/2011 |
| Q: My daughter gave me a small little silver bar on it & I have no idea what it is. It is silver ... A: That is a bit of a tricky question. Silver is very high right now, so investing in it really comes ... | |
| Carolus III coin | 3/30/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1789 Carolus III coin with the following: The front includes the date of 1789, the name of ... A: This is a Spanish colonial "1 real" coin from the Mexico City mint. Such coins are .903 purity ... | |
| 925 or 999 silver? | 3/30/2011 |
| Q: My daughter gave me a small little silver bar on it & I have no idea what it is. It is silver ... A: This is an "art bar". Such art bars and rounds are made by private companies as a way to promote ... | |
| English coin | 3/28/2011 |
| Q: I have a quarter sized coin with very distinct images on both sides. One appears to be Q. Victoria ... A: eBay is your best bet, as far as getting the most exposure to collectors and paying a fee that is ... | |
| English coin | 3/28/2011 |
| Q: I have a quarter sized coin with very distinct images on both sides. One appears to be Q. Victoria ... A: This is one of many types of commemorative medallions done for the queen's diamond jubilee (1837 to ... | |
| Coin value | 3/27/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1975 South Africa Proof Set with 10 coins. How much is this worth if I sell it to a ... A: The 10 coin set, when complete, includes two small gold coins. As such, it is currently worth $550. ... | |
| 1948 1 pfennig coin | 3/27/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1948 dated 1 pfennig coin with no mint mark between the wheat sheaves and an obviously ... A: Missing letters due to a weak strike are fairly common on older coins. It will usually not increase ... | |
| bavarian coinage | 3/26/2011 |
| Q: I am curious as to the value and metal content of a Bavarian coin with LVDOVICVS II BAVARIAE REX who ... A: My apologies for the delay in answering your question. This is indeed a silver coin, with 0.625 ... | |
| Russian(?) coin | 3/26/2011 |
| Q: I have a nickel sized silver coin. One has a two headed eagle with a crown above. One leg hols a ... A: Sorry for the delay in answering your question. This is indeed a Russian coin. It's an early date, ... | |
| Italian 1983 Lira set uncirculated | 3/26/2011 |
| Q: Good Day Dmitry, I'm trying to find the value of a 1983 uncirculated set of Italian Lira. There is ... A: That price is a fair retail price, though the last 183 set that sold at auction (from a seller in ... | |
| bavarian coinage | 3/25/2011 |
| Q: I am curious as to the value and metal content of a Bavarian coin with LVDOVICVS II BAVARIAE REX who ... A: This is a Bavarian thaler, which is the rough equivalent of a US half dollar at the time. The coin ... | |
| Advice on similar coin on eBay | 3/23/2011 |
| Q: 1762 4 Kopek Coin Item condition: -- Ended: Mar 21, 201113:01:54 PDT Winning bid: GBP 820.00 [ 34 ... A: A couple of nice British Guiana 1/4 guilders. These coins are not particularly rare, but they are ... | |
| new info | 3/21/2011 |
| Q: My Question was Please look at this Kiang Nan Dollar Coin. I believe it to be a previously unknown ... A: Colin, Any time that you see several coins (especially from different origins) that visually have ... | |
| Advice on similar coin on eBay | 3/21/2011 |
| Q: 1762 4 Kopek Coin Item condition: -- Ended: Mar 21, 201113:01:54 PDT Winning bid: GBP 820.00 [ 34 ... A: The price certainly reflects how the Russian market has increased since the last one of these I have ... | |
| 1927 Palestine Holy Land token, 6.79 grams.Type 1, top right berry higher. AU | 3/21/2011 |
| Q: What is a fair market value for this coin.I have owned it for 65 years and hope it is authentic. A ... A: The picture makes everything very clear. This is a souvenir 1 mil. While there is some difference of ... | |
| russian 1762 4 kopek coin | 3/21/2011 |
| Q: Am unable to read what is on the outer rim of this coin - can you help? many thanks ... A: Yes this was common practice for many countries and for several centuries. This was typically done ... | |
| russian 1762 4 kopek coin | 3/20/2011 |
| Q: Am unable to read what is on the outer rim of this coin - can you help? many thanks A: I can see the Russian word for "two". This coin was struck over a 1758 2 kopek coin, just like the ... | |
| I.D.ing a european looking coin | 3/19/2011 |
| Q: I have a coin that I would like to know about. It is a very thick coin that appears to be copper. It ... A: This is definitely a French coin, by the size you mention it is most likely a 1/2 sol. They have ... | |
| Please Tell me a little more | 3/18/2011 |
| Q: My Question was Please look at this Kiang Nan Dollar Coin. I believe it to be a previously unknown ... A: What tipped me off right away was the weight. These are typically 26.7 to 26.9 grams in mint ... | |
| british and venezuelan coins | 3/15/2011 |
| Q: I have a question regarding the value of two coins my father received as payment from jewelry some ... A: The Victoria coin is either a sovereign or half sovereign. Both denominations have the same design, ... | |
| German gold coins value | 3/14/2011 |
| Q: I have 5 German gold coins and wonder whether they have a collecter's value or just gold value. They ... A: They really need to be in pristine condition to command retail prices. These are modern medallions, ... | |
| German gold coins value | 3/10/2011 |
| Q: I have 5 German gold coins and wonder whether they have a collecter's value or just gold value. They ... A: Sorry for the delay in answering your question. The answer depends on how it's being sold. When they ... | |
| Republique Francaise | 3/10/2011 |
| Q: I found a 1907 Republique Francaise coin and i am wondering how much it is worth and where to sell ... A: Sorry for the delay in answering your question. These silver coins come from the Indo-China ... | |
| 1858 V k.k. oesterreichische scheidemunze | 3/8/2011 |
| Q: "Hello. I purchased several 1 k.k. oesterreichische scheidemunze coins a while back and found ... A: The 1858 V is indeed a key date for this series. Most of the Venice mint coins for this series are ... | |
| Vatican coin | 3/6/2011 |
| Q: I have a Vatican coin that was given to me sometime in the late 1960s or early 1970s. I sold my ... A: This one is actually a souvenir, typically made from base metal alloys and silver plated. They do ... | |
| Helvetica coin | 3/5/2011 |
| Q: What is the value of a 1902 confoederatio helvetica 5 coin in very fine condition? A: There are two varieties for this year. The normal one would be just a couple of dollars in very fine ... | |
| Cacique Coins from Venezuela | 3/4/2011 |
| Q: I'm looking for a Cacique coin from Venezuela. My mom grew up in Venezuela. Her mom gave her a ... A: There are several available on eBay currently. These were amde in a set of different caciques, or ... | |
| Non-Money coin | 3/4/2011 |
| Q: I have a coin German I think. It is about the size of a US silver dollar but buldges on both sides. ... A: This is a commemorative medal for 100 years since the famous battle of Liepzig. In excellent ... | |
| older German coins | 3/3/2011 |
| Q: I saw your response to a post about older German coins - specifically a 1770 Patrona Bavarie and a ... A: Unfortunately this would take away any collectible value as a coin. For a particularly rare coin the ... | |
| value of old coin | 3/3/2011 |
| Q: i have a 1911 wilhelm II deutscher kaiser konig v. preussen drei mark it says deutsches reich 1911 ... A: The Prussian three marks are fairly common, so value will mostly depend on the condition of your ... | |
| 1854 Napoleon III coin | 3/2/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1854 Napoleon III on front and an eagle looking over it's left shoulder and below a " K " ( ... A: This is unfortunately one of the common dates/mints, with several million made. In good shape, with ... | |
| 1851 Mexican Silver Peso | 2/28/2011 |
| Q: I found an 1851 Mexican Silver one Peso coin in a drawer of my father's chess table. It was in ... A: It's good that you are already informed of that. Some questions I receive involve coins that were ... | |
| 1927 georgvis v dei gra:britt:omn:rex fid: | 2/27/2011 |
| Q: It has some wear on the back, I can not tell if it is just worn smooth, or if it was minted this ... A: Kathleen, This is common, because these coin are often shaped concave or convex. This causes some ... | |
| dont know what coin i have | 2/27/2011 |
| Q: the coin i have has a shield looking object on the front with six blocks stacked 3 on the bottom 2 ... A: This is a coin from Vatican City, made in 1976 wihen the pope was Paul VI. They made these for ... | |
| German 1924 Drei Mark | 2/27/2011 |
| Q: My grandmother recently gave me a coin she had found along with her dead husband's WWII collection. ... A: Your translation is correct. This coin is from the Weimar Republic period of German history, where ... | |
| 1851 Mexican Silver Peso | 2/27/2011 |
| Q: I found an 1851 Mexican Silver one Peso coin in a drawer of my father's chess table. It was in ... A: Unfortunately I would need to see a clear picture to be able to help with this one. The Mexican peso ... | |
| Wilhelm II 1908 Funf-mark coin | 2/25/2011 |
| Q: I have been researching my 1908 funf-mark coin, and have not been able to find one online. On the ... A: The 5 marks are about as common as the 3 marks. Both are plentiful in circulated condition, but very ... | |
| Silver Coin FERDND V11 | 2/24/2011 |
| Q: I have a silver coin weighs approx 6.2 grms, diam approx 25 mm. Obverse; Bust of Monarch ,worn but ... A: This is a 2 reales coin from the Bogota mint in Colombia. The unfortunate thing is that the coin is ... | |
| Bolivian 8 Soles - is this genuine? | 2/23/2011 |
| Q: I have recently purchased a Bolivian 1848 8 Sol coin but I am not convinced of it's authenticity. I ... A: Sam, I believe this is not a genuine coin, though there is such a genuine "mule". The 1848 with this ... | |
| question about coin | 2/22/2011 |
| Q: my husband found this coin in a river when he was a child, we have ask around yet noone can tell us ... A: This is one of those esoteric items. I can safely say it's not a coin, but a privately made ... | |
| 1944-D Netherlands 10 cent coin? | 2/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a coin and it looks like D mint over P mint mark. I can not find a comparision photo Of D ... A: It's a little difficult to tell from the angle of the photo, but it appears to be a normal P that ... | |
| 1909 coin | 2/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1909 coin with NEDERLANDSCE INDIE 2 1/2 CENT could you give me any information on it? It ... A: This is a coin from the Dutch East Indies, or present day area of Indonesia. They are not ... | |
| Mexican coin? | 2/19/2011 |
| Q: i have a 1992 mexican silver coin, on one side it has the eagle eating the serpent, with estados ... A: This is a silver bullion coin so the value is in the silver, which is well over $30 per ounce at ... | |
| Large silver ottoman coins | 2/19/2011 |
| Q: I am currently living in Kosovo and have visited several silver shops here. Some of these shops ... A: That is a fair retail price for the largest Ottoman silver coins. However, it really depends on the ... | |
| gold medallion | 2/19/2011 |
| Q: I have a medallion that is large 3 cm diameter, gold colour and from the one side says:IOHANNES ... A: Oh ok, I was referring to the one with the same picture that was on eBay, which was described as 5 ... | |
| 1774 Carolus III DeI,G | 2/19/2011 |
| Q: Is there a collector of these coins? Have others from countries and currencies that don't exist ... A: This one is from Spain itself, the Seville mint, rather than one of the colonial mints in Latin ... | |
| Fantasy | 2/19/2011 |
| Q: and thank you for your time. I have a coin ,it look like 20 Pesetas in Spain in 1892 / 92 (1886-31 ... A: This appears to be an official re-strike, having the mark of the Madrid mint. I have seen these ... | |
| 1774 Carolus III DeI,G | 2/18/2011 |
| Q: Is there a collector of these coins? Have others from countries and currencies that don't exist ... A: There are collectors for all coins. Spanish colonial pieces in particular are pretty hot right now. ... | |
| gold medallion | 2/18/2011 |
| Q: I have a medallion that is large 3 cm diameter, gold colour and from the one side says:IOHANNES ... A: This appears to be a privately made gold medallion. There was an official gold medallion made that ... | |
| Chinese silver Panda Coin | 2/18/2011 |
| Q: I am interested in buying a "Key Date" Chinese Panda Coin. I know how extensive the Fakes are of ... A: This is something entirely different from typical fakes. The quest to make metal alloys with similar ... | |
| Chinese silver Panda Coin | 2/17/2011 |
| Q: I am interested in buying a "Key Date" Chinese Panda Coin. I know how extensive the Fakes are of ... A: I think it's most likely that the specific gravity meter is off, especially considering the ... | |
| 1911 German Marks worth | 2/16/2011 |
| Q: My uncle has a set of 1911 German Marks: 2,3 & 5 marks They appear to be un-circulated, in the ... A: I can certainly tell you what the coins are worth, but there is one small problem. The side of the ... | |
| Spain 100 Pesetas 1988 | 2/16/2011 |
| Q: and thank you for your time. I have a Spain 100 Pesetas 1988 ,but it's differ from KM 826 . how ... A: This is actually a regular coin that has an added border. This would have been made by a private ... | |
| polish coin | 2/16/2011 |
| Q: this is moore of a thank you than a question ifound my coin you were spot on the x is a concelled ... A: That is exciting news. I would highly suggest sending the piece to NGC to be properly authenticated ... | |
| 1874 German mark | 2/15/2011 |
| Q: I understand that there are mint marks below the eagle on this coin the marks on this one look like ... A: Unless you have a particularly rare date and mint mark, the mint mark will only have a difference in ... | |
| more on a german coin | 2/14/2011 |
| Q: I have found some coins and other items like buttons in germany. i have one I would like more ... A: The side pictured with a bishop is the crest of Aschaffenburg. This is a medal that actually ... | |
| East Africa 5 cents | 2/12/2011 |
| Q: I have recently received a coin and wondered about its value and rarity. Its an East Africa 5 cents ... A: Great find. The normal 1942, with hole punched is worth $5 to $10 in mint condition. This coin lists ... | |
| Karolus Primus Coin | 2/11/2011 |
| Q: Nobody can seem to tell me anything about this coin. i have people all over the pacific northwest ... A: This is unfortunately a modern reproduction of an otherwise pretty scarce Bohemian (Prague) silver ... | |
| French 2 Sous 1732 | 2/11/2011 |
| Q: What is the value of a French Colony of Cayenne 1732 2 Sous coin? I was surprised to see how thin ... A: This is a actually a 1782 coin from the French Guiana colony at the northern part of South America. ... | |
| info request | 2/10/2011 |
| Q: I am wondering if you could give me information about a coin I currently have in my possession. It ... A: This is a Roman Catholic item commemorating the "Madonna di Polsi", which originates from an ... | |
| KIng George 2nd half penny | 2/9/2011 |
| Q: hope you can help i have been searching with no success .. I have a 1773 King George half penny.. ... A: What an interesting story, and a rare opportunity to open a long sealed "crypt" of history. The ... | |
| KIng George 2nd half penny | 2/7/2011 |
| Q: hope you can help i have been searching with no success .. I have a 1773 King George half penny.. ... A: The "beard" is actually just excess material that bonded to the coin. This is common on these ... | |
| Old coin either German or Austrian | 2/5/2011 |
| Q: Can you give me approximate value of a 1860 coin that says 1, then below 1860.then below that, an ... A: This is an Austrian 1 kreuzer coin. Although they are pretty common from this year and with an A ... | |
| Queen Victoria Half Sovereign | 2/4/2011 |
| Q: I have a Queen Victoria Half Soverign 1884 but without the M. It appears to be real gold. Is it ... A: Half sovereign for this year were made in Australia, with an M for Melbourne mint, and also in ... | |
| 1855 French Coin | 2/2/2011 |
| Q: I have a A Napolian III 1855 Dix Centimes Coin and I was wondering if it had any significant value ... A: The coin is in decent condition, but still has significant wear. As such it's worth around $5. There ... | |
| thai 10 baht coin. | 2/1/2011 |
| Q: im just wondering if you can tell me if i have a 10 baht coin if it would be worth something if both ... A: This is normal. Coins are made with two different alignments. When both sides are in the same ... | |
| Re: 1943 French Franc | 2/1/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1943 French Franc, Morlon, Face Republique Francaise, Reverse Liberte Egalite Fraternite. ... A: This is very likely a doctored coin, either an 1946-B or 1948-B that someone carefully tried to turn ... | |
| polish coin | 1/31/2011 |
| Q: i received your answer on my polish coin im sure it is not damage on the coin it apears to have been ... A: It's no bother at all, otherwise I would not be volunteering. =) I certainly will update the answer ... | |
| german coin | 1/31/2011 |
| Q: May I have some info with respect to the following coin: wilh. II deutsch.kaiser konig v. preuss. ... A: It sounds like an old commemorative medal. There were many different types made with very similar ... | |
| Turkish Para Coins Regnal Years | 1/30/2011 |
| Q: I have 2 coins, one 5 Para and the other 20 para, from Turkey dated 1327, but I have no idea where ... A: The regnal date is on the other side, right below the Ottoman toughra. For example, the one in the ... | |
| polish coin | 1/29/2011 |
| Q: i received your answer on my polish coin im sure it is not damage on the coin it apears to have been ... A: Well this looks like something interesting. It is ahrd to tell from the hpto, but is the X cut into ... | |
| Prussian coins? or jewelry ? | 1/29/2011 |
| Q: I got this item from my great aunt and I'm not sure what it is. It looks like it is 3 coins chained ... A: Well, this piece is made from the exact coins you mentioned, but someone carefully personalized the ... | |
| Gold Coin Question | 1/25/2011 |
| Q: I came across a coin and have had no luck finding any information about it online...well I have ... A: Many of these are brass copies, but the solid gold ones are official re-strikes done after the reign ... | |
| 1886 estados unidos mexicanos 50 c coin | 1/23/2011 |
| Q: hello sir- I have a 1886 estados unidos mexicanos 50 c con- what do you deem value as? Thank you ... A: The value would depend on which mint and assayer amrks or on the coin. Coins with this date were ... | |
| Mis-Sruck Central Bank of the Philippines coin | 1/22/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1966 Central Bank of the Philippines Ten Centavos coin that has been mis-struck. Its about ... A: It's a nice error, though not a particularly rare one. On eBay I would expect is to sell somewhere ... | |
| 1897 50 centavos mexicanos | 1/22/2011 |
| Q: What is this coin made of? It is gold in color but, all I see or find is silver. Does this coin have ... A: Ok, this is actually a genuine modern coin with an error. I though you had the 19th century 50 ... | |
| Panama Coin | 1/22/2011 |
| Q: I have his 1933 .90gm silver coin from Panama. On one side it says "Medio Balboa" over a person. The ... A: This would have been Panama's equivalent to a US half dollar. The 1933 is a better date, with only ... | |
| 1827 Charles X H 5 franc | 1/22/2011 |
| Q: Just received as hesitance how much should I insure for. Do not plan on selling A: C., If you would like an exact value, I would need to see a clear picture of the coin. You can ... | |
| deutsches reich 1905 10 pfennig coin . | 1/21/2011 |
| Q: IS this coin worth anything? It has a f mint mark. A: It really depends on the condition of your coin. Circulated coins are only worth a dollar or two, ... | |
| labuancoin | 1/21/2011 |
| Q: this is a photo of my coin @@@@@IMAGE:71110:Coin-Collecting-2297/2011/01/labuan-coin.jpg##### ... A: I appreciate the follow-up questions. This is a piece that interests me as well, since it is not ... | |
| 1897 50 centavos mexicanos | 1/21/2011 |
| Q: What is this coin made of? It is gold in color but, all I see or find is silver. Does this coin have ... A: I can tell you right away that this is not a genuine coin. There were no such coins made past 1892. ... | |
| 1911 King George V Australian One Penny | 1/20/2011 |
| Q: I think this is a coronation penny. King George V is wearing a crown. Inscription around his head ... A: This is a normal penny that was counter-stamped. This was a fairly common practice in many ... | |
| 1939 swiss 5FR confoederatic helvetica coin | 1/19/2011 |
| Q: can you tell me about this coin and what it is worth? It is stamped with a 'B' A: This 5 francs is made of .835 purity silver and should weigh right around 15 grams for a genuine ... | |
| 1788 Mass cent | 1/18/2011 |
| Q: Sir--I have inherited this coin but it is so dark I can`t really read it to see what type of Mass ... A: I would not try to clean this coin in any way. Most of these have been dug up from the ground, and ... | |
| What is it & what might it be worth | 1/18/2011 |
| Q: I have a 29mm coin with the picture of Victor Emanuel on the obverse. It has the color of brass. It ... A: This is a medallic coin - a medal that could also have been spent as a 2 lire coin if the owner ... | |
| information about a 1905 edward v11 coin | 1/17/2011 |
| Q: I found a 1905 silver coin on the front it says edward v11 king and emporer on the back hong kong ... A: This is indeed a bronze large cent from Hong Kong, while under British rule. The coins were struck ... | |
| King George III coin | 1/16/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1773 Georgius III REX coin and on opposite side is a crest and it says Nia on left and ... A: Phil, Unfortunately the coin pictured appears to be a modern cast copy. The design is of an American ... | |
| 1744 P. Corneille Fontenelle N. Pousin Defaulis. F Coin | 1/16/2011 |
| Q: We inherited some coins from my father. One coin is dated 1744. On the side that it is dated it has ... A: This is a French jetton or medallion (non-monetary) commemorating the Royal Academy of Sciences, ... | |
| unknown 1775 silver coin | 1/14/2011 |
| Q: the coin I am trying to find out about is silver, on one side has some type of shield with wings and ... A: I'm not the person you originally posted this question to, but I saw it in our "question pool" and ... | |
| Kiangnan silver dollar | 1/13/2011 |
| Q: I have a friend who has a coin that she believes to be an 1897 Kiangnan dragon silver dollar. We ... A: The pictures are of the same coin, but thank you for attaching larger pictures with make it clear ... | |
| unknown coin | 1/13/2011 |
| Q: I have two LABUAN COLONY I/V L coins dated 1817. The obverse of one is horizontal, the other is a ... A: I am not the person you originally asked teh question to, but saw it in our "question pool". The ... | |
| Swedish coins | 1/12/2011 |
| Q: I have 4 old Swedish silver coins that I would love to know the value of them. 1St. 1435 SVERIGES ... A: The value would depend on their condition. In excellent shape without any wear and original luster ... | |
| Kiangnan silver dollar | 1/12/2011 |
| Q: I have a friend who has a coin that she believes to be an 1897 Kiangnan dragon silver dollar. We ... A: The design is that of an 1898 Kiangnan silver dolalr, but the surface and details do not look ... | |
| Mexican 8 reales 1841 possible overstrike | 1/11/2011 |
| Q: this is Kevin responding to your feedback about the possible overstrike and value of the Mexican 8 ... A: This site unfortunately only lets you attach one picture per question. Only the side with the eagle ... | |
| Identification of old coin | 1/11/2011 |
| Q: I have several old coins that I am trying to identify. I would like to know anything about ... A: This is a Japanese 100 mon (also called a Tempo Tsuho). These were made between 1835 and 1870. They ... | |
| schwaren | 1/9/2011 |
| Q: trying to identify a coin i found, 3schwaren 1864 small b underneath date and scheidemunze. on the ... A: It is a coin from the German state of Oldenburg. Now, these coins are quite scarce and there were ... | |
| old coin with star of David | 1/8/2011 |
| Q: I bought this coin in the streets of Morocco while on shore leave in the Navy. Can you tell me what ... A: This coin is local to where you purchased it. It's an early Moroccan "falus" coin, made from bronze ... | |
| 1900 Deutsches Reich Funf Mark | 1/7/2011 |
| Q: Morning, I have recently come into the possession of a "1900 Deutsches Reich Funf Mark" in mint coin ... A: These Prussian 5 marks are not particularly rare and there were over 1 million coins made in 1900, ... | |
| spanish coin | 1/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a Spanish coin from 1798 and i would appreciate if you could provide me with any information ... A: This one is from the Potosi mint, in Bolivia. It is a better type than the more common Spain and ... | |
| 1997 5 ounce Mexican Silver Libertad | 1/5/2011 |
| Q: Dmitry, I have a 5 ounce silver libertad that I am concerned might be fake and was wondering if ... A: Try weighing in grams, it should be 155.5. I think the issue is the type of ounces. The coin is 5 ... | |
| two gold coins | 1/2/2011 |
| Q: Sir: Grandma said they are gold? These two coins look like new. They are app. 1 inch in diameter. ... A: These are medallic issue 40 franc coins, which are .900 pure gold (22 karat). These were amde only ... | |
| value of Deutsches Reich 1900 Funf Mark? | 1/2/2011 |
| Q: On the other side, on top, reads "Freie Und Hansestadt Hamburg" with a picture of 2 lions holding a ... A: Yea the economic reality of putting a $500 coin into a paperweight makes it very impractical, since ... | |
| 50 peso gold coin | 1/2/2011 |
| Q: I was wondering if you can help me out. I have a 50 peso coin that i need to verify if its real, ... A: I see a reddish color from where the coin has some wear and the gold has worn off. It's not to say ... | |
| ascertain fake coins | 1/2/2011 |
| Q: For me it is very exciting to ascertain if coin is fake or not. I want to know if the coin has ... A: The 1836 halfcrown also looks perfectly normal, just heavily worn on some areas. The A may have also ... | |
| 1877 Hamburg 5 mark gold coin | 1/2/2011 |
| Q: I recently acquired a 1877 Hamburg 5 mark gold coin that is in very beautiful condition. I've looked ... A: When the coins start to be worn, the gilding comes off and shows the different colored metal ... | |
| token coin | 1/1/2011 |
| Q: First let me wish you and yours and Happy and prosperous New Year.Now for my question. I have what ... A: It is indeed a toy coin, one of many types made by the L. Christ. Lauer company of Nurenberg. Some ... | |
| 1876 CNP 50 Centavos Mexico | 12/31/2010 |
| Q: This coin has been in my family for at least 50 years and maybe much longer. We came from Michigan, ... A: This 50 centavos is from the Culiacan mint (Cn), the P is the mint official's initial who was in ... | |
| 1877 Hamburg 5 mark gold coin | 12/31/2010 |
| Q: I recently acquired a 1877 Hamburg 5 mark gold coin that is in very beautiful condition. I've looked ... A: The W mint mark denotes you have a later copy, most of which are the same gold content as the real ... | |
| Coin Identification | 12/31/2010 |
| Q: Can you identify this coin. I cannot make out the words but I believe they are Latin. I can see "hoc ... A: This is a Brazilian coin. It's one of the counter-marked coins that were stamped in 1835 on ... | |
| Possible British coin? | 12/30/2010 |
| Q: I have recently cleaned up a rather muddled coin from my collection. I cannot recall where I ... A: The William in question is William III. You have a "William and Mary" halfpenny, dated 1694 (the ... | |
| 50 peso gold coin | 12/30/2010 |
| Q: I was wondering if you can help me out. I have a 50 peso coin that i need to verify if its real, ... A: This is a novelty token, made as a souvenir or facsimile. Unfortunately it's not solid gold, but ... | |
| ascertain fake coins | 12/30/2010 |
| Q: For me it is very exciting to ascertain if coin is fake or not. I want to know if the coin has ... A: Everything about your coin looks correct. What you see on Chinese fakes are little spikes that are ... | |
| value of Deutsches Reich 1900 Funf Mark? | 12/29/2010 |
| Q: On the other side, on top, reads "Freie Und Hansestadt Hamburg" with a picture of 2 lions holding a ... A: Condition will be extremely important for the value of this coin. There were only about 172k minted ... | |
| 1748 Dutch Duit | 12/27/2010 |
| Q: I inherited from my father an uncirculated 1748 Duit. According to the verbiage on the package, the ... A: This is indeed a coin from Holland. The Netherlands were not yet a unified nation at that time, just ... | |
| HENRI IV LOUIS XVIII | 12/27/2010 |
| Q: !! This medal is 32mm copper OB: Bust facing right with 2 portraits " HENRI IV LOUIS XVIII " ... A: it's been a while. Hope you're having a good holiday season and not having to deal with the crazy ... | |
| old medal or coin | 12/27/2010 |
| Q: i found this medal or coin and ive been reserching but cant find what it is or made of or even the ... A: This is a novelty/souvenir piece, made privately rather than by any government mint. These are made ... | |
| netherlands penning | 12/27/2010 |
| Q: sir, i got a little question about this coin i have looked kinda like this. and in the face side ... A: This is a commemorative medallion from Wilhelmina's ascension to the throne in 1898. There were ... | |
| Swedish coin? | 12/26/2010 |
| Q: Please help me identify this coin. Its slightly larger than a quarter, gold in color. The obverse is ... A: Well, the SUNDBYBERGS KYRKA is a Swedish bank. What you have appears to be a bank token, good for ... | |
| Straits Settlements Coin | 12/26/2010 |
| Q: I bought a Straits Settlements 1916 Square Quarter coin recently. But when I Google it, results only ... A: You have certainly peaked my curiousity. Well, I can confirm that there were no such square coins ... | |
| an 1876 german coin | 12/26/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1876 German Mark with Ludwig II Koenig V. Bayern on front with a D under his bust and on ... A: This Bavarian 2 (zwei = two) mark coin is indeed silver and .900 purity. They were also made in 3 ... | |
| coin or temple token? | 12/25/2010 |
| Q: Greetings, I have what appears to be a silver coin or temple token, ca. 1740? One face of the ... A: I am quite familiar with these Nepalese and Indian temple tokens. The date on them would be a Solar ... | |
| old coin prices | 12/19/2010 |
| Q: 1) I have a collection of old coins. A "one penny South Africa 1900 it has the Queens head on one ... A: Coin number 2 can be quite valuable if the condition is excellent, with significant wear they are ... | |
| Inherited coins | 12/11/2010 |
| Q: About year ago you were so very helpful with the 2 lists of coins I inherited from my Grandfather. ... A: I'll start with the French coins, which are these: 1942 50 TRAV AIL FAMILLE PATRIE CENTIMES/ETAT ... | |
| coin value | 12/10/2010 |
| Q: I have 84 pennies from ww2 and pre world war 2 from New Zealand and Australia, they were from when ... A: In the picture I see mostly British pennies and a couple from New Zealand. The Aussie and British ... | |
| Mis stamped dime | 12/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1999 dime that the front is not centered. The edge is flat around about halfway and raised ... A: Us coins are not my main area of expertise, but it sounds like a pretty good off-center error. The ... | |
| PAVLVS VI PONT. MAX. Medal | 12/6/2010 |
| Q: It appears to be a Pope Medal. I believe it is Paul VI. He is sitting facing West with the Pope ... A: You know what, after seeing the picture, this is actually an official piece, rather than one of the ... | |
| coin | 12/5/2010 |
| Q: site, was just interested in value, it has a ram on one side with 100 underneath, on the other is ... A: These coins were made in the tens of millions, so they are pretty common even in mint condition. I ... | |
| PAVLVS VI PONT. MAX. Medal | 12/5/2010 |
| Q: It appears to be a Pope Medal. I believe it is Paul VI. He is sitting facing West with the Pope ... A: The coin is .900 silver, not gold. In old LAtin AR = silver and AV = gold, so AR 900 = .900 purity ... | |
| Gold coin | 12/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a gold Sovereign that weighs 7.9 g. George V on the front but MOM 21 stamped behind neck. It ... A: Sorry for the delay, I've been swamped with questons latetly. Ok, it looked like it was stamped into ... | |
| history of this coin | 12/2/2010 |
| Q: Found this coin in an old desk. can you help identify it? or point me in the right direction to get ... A: This is a modern copy of a Bohemian "grossus" coin from medieval Prague. The dating would be right ... | |
| Gold coin | 12/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a gold Sovereign that weighs 7.9 g. George V on the front but MOM 21 stamped behind neck. It ... A: The 1918 Sovereigns are listed under Australia, you would not find this by looking at identical ... | |
| Dutch VOC Coin | 11/26/2010 |
| Q: you asked me to send you a picture of both sides of this coin so that you could properly identify ... A: My apologies for the delay in getting to your question. I was away for the holiday weekend here. ... | |
| St Barts token | 11/24/2010 |
| Q: I have a token that reads W Beal on the front and Bon Pour Un Baril De Sel on the back. I believe is ... A: This is indeed a salt token from St. Barts. Although it is fairly rare, the market for them does not ... | |
| 2 spanish gold coins | 11/23/2010 |
| Q: 1. 1864 Isabel 2por LAG. De Dios Y La Consy.100 Reina DeLas Espanias 100 bust of the queen on one ... A: I am familiar with both of these. The first, a 100 reales from Spain is .900 (about 22kt) gold and ... | |
| 20 reales 1837 | 11/23/2010 |
| Q: I found this coin at home and was wondering if it is an original or a replica? I've seen photos of ... A: Your coin is unfortunately a modern counterfeit, made to look old. I can see that the surface of the ... | |
| Coin value | 11/23/2010 |
| Q: I see you answered a question relating to a similar coin, I have a Spanish coin minted in 1825 ... A: Your coin is from the Potosi, Bolivia mint. In nice condition it's worth in the $60-$80 range. Your ... | |
| .. | 11/18/2010 |
| Q: on the one side if has the letters ER with two small I in between, crown above and canada beneath. ... A: This is one of several types of medallions made by the Royal Canadian Mint in honor of the 1953 ... | |
| coins found while moving mother in law | 11/17/2010 |
| Q: I have found some coins, and would like to know if i can give/sell these to someone who collect ... A: The 1923 franc is one of the most common dates. Even in lustrous mint condition it would not be ... | |
| Louis XV 1742 coin | 11/17/2010 |
| Q: I was wondering if you could tell me the value of the coin I have. on the front it says LUD XV D G ... A: I really would need to see pictures of the coin. The weight or at least relative size of the coin ... | |
| HRH PRINCE ALBERT-47mm copper medal | 11/16/2010 |
| Q: This is a 47mm copper medal OB: Bust of Prince Albert facing left " HRH PRINCE ALBERT PRESIDENT ... A: My sincere apologies for the delay in getting to your question. This is a British medal for the 1851 ... | |
| peruvian cinquenta soles oro 1961 | 11/15/2010 |
| Q: I have the above mentioned coin and I would like to know its value. It is quite heavy and perhaps it ... A: Is this an official box from the Peruvian mint? If so that will add a cool $50 or so to the value. ... | |
| Coins from asia and africa | 11/15/2010 |
| Q: I have been trying to find if any of the following coins is worth more than a couple of dollars: ... A: I apologize for the delay in answering your question, I was away for the past couple of days. All of ... | |
| Netherlands 1962 2 1/2 Guilder | 11/14/2010 |
| Q: I would like to know what the percentage of silver is in a Netherlands 1962 2 1/2 Guilder and what ... A: I apologize for the delay in answering your question, I was away for the past couple of days. Your ... | |
| coins found while moving mother in law | 11/14/2010 |
| Q: I have found some coins, and would like to know if i can give/sell these to someone who collect ... A: I apologize for the delay in answering your question, I was away for the past couple of days. The ... | |
| peruvian cinquenta soles oro 1961 | 11/14/2010 |
| Q: I have the above mentioned coin and I would like to know its value. It is quite heavy and perhaps it ... A: If the coin is in perfect condition, without any wear or damage, then I would not melt it since the ... | |
| 1917 french 25 cmes coin value? | 11/13/2010 |
| Q: i have a 1917 25 cmes coin in very good condition and was wondering if you could give me any info ... A: There are two varieties for this coin. A common variety will not have a dash under the word "mes" on ... | |
| kurfuerst ioachimII 1539 & friedrich wilhelm III 1839 medal | 11/10/2010 |
| Q: 2 men facing 2 my left_their names are around the outside edge of rim. Which is the subject. Heavy, ... A: I actually had a question about this same medal just recently. This is a Berlin medal commemorating ... | |
| Coin | 11/9/2010 |
| Q: I was wondering If you could tell me the buyer you sent me. I dontbget the emails front the site A: I do not know of any collectors off the top of my head. I know dealers that would love to buy that ... | |
| 1853 Leopold - duke of brabant | 11/7/2010 |
| Q: I saw a previous question and answer from 10/31/2009 about this coin and you said there were ... A: You have a very nice and genuine piece. This is a copper 10 centimes from Belgium, but it's a ... | |
| Wilhelmina Koningin Der Nederlanden | 11/7/2010 |
| Q: We have a coin that says Wilhelmina Koningin Der Nederlanden on the front, with woman facing left, ... A: This is a silver 25 cent coin from the Netherlands. Although it is a fairly common coin, it's still ... | |
| Mexican 8reales | 11/6/2010 |
| Q: I was asking you about a Mexican 8reales awhile ago. I will send a picture in a few days, but for ... A: Looking forward to seeing pictures. An illegal make, but by official mint authorities, is still a ... | |
| Friedrich D'Or | 11/6/2010 |
| Q: How Manu were made of the 2's. Also what does D'Or mean A: Sorry about the delay in answering your question, I was not near a computer this past weekend. There ... | |
| friedrich wilhelm III | 11/5/2010 |
| Q: i asked you about this coin earlier. It weighs around 13 grams. which i think would be a 2 size. I ... A: It is indeed a 2 Frederick D'Or, which should weigh around 13.3 grams in this condition. It is in ... | |
| John Paul II coin | 11/5/2010 |
| Q: i was reading an answer you posted to another question about a John Paul II coin someone had found. ... A: This is one of several unofficial souvenir medallions. They are made of silver gilded nickel-alloy. ... | |
| VIVRE LIBRES - 39mm COPPER MEDAL | 11/5/2010 |
| Q: - This is a 39mm copper medal OB: Scene of solders facing sitting figure Inscribed aroung ... A: This one is a coin. After the French Revolution, there were no official coins being minted. Instead, ... | |
| modern vs. era counterfiet Chinese silver dragon dollars | 11/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a Chinese silver dragon dollar (Hu Nan - see image) that appears to be fake (details missing ... A: May I ask where you got this information? It is actually not correct, because both old and new ... | |
| GEORGIVS II - 39mm COPPER MEDAL | 10/30/2010 |
| Q: Dmitry - Another one for you. Take your time, I know you are now overloaded. So sorry to hear about ... A: This is one of a set of 18th century medals made by Jean Dassier. Usually called the "Kings and ... | |
| 1914 Five Lire Italian Coin | 10/30/2010 |
| Q: I have what I believe is a fake (copy) of the 1914 5 Lire coin (which I have been told is often a ... A: The weight of 23 grams is certainly too light, and it's highly unlikely that a digital scale would ... | |
| CITTA DEL VATICANO - COINS | 10/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a set of four large coins, silver is color. Each has a side with a picture and name of ... A: I have come across these medals before, they are souvenir pieces meant to be sold in tourist shops. ... | |
| 1914 Five Lire Italian Coin | 10/28/2010 |
| Q: I have what I believe is a fake (copy) of the 1914 5 Lire coin (which I have been told is often a ... A: Counterfeits are tricky. The big difference is whether or not it's a modern copy. A high quality ... | |
| IOACHIM II -45 mm BRONZE | 10/28/2010 |
| Q: This is a 45mm bronze medal OB: Bust facing left of two figures " RURFUERST IOACHIM II ... A: My apologies that I've been taking so long to answer your questions. I have been flooded ever since ... | |
| unknow world coin | 10/25/2010 |
| Q: This is the other side of the coin. I do not know how to scan so that both sides are in one file. ... A: This is a coin from Thailand, dated BE2500 in the Thai calendar (equivalent to 1957 by our ... | |
| unknow world coin | 10/25/2010 |
| Q: Could you help me with this coin. I need the NAME - DATE -- A VALUE ON IT I have searched and ... A: This is a coin from Thailand, dated BE2500 in the Thai calendar (equivalent to 1957 by our ... | |
| 1886 Colombian 5 centavos | 10/25/2010 |
| Q: I recently inherited a few coins and have no knowledge about them at all. The oldest one is a 5 ... A: This coin is actually made of copper-nickel, which looks similar to silver when the coin is in ... | |
| GEORGIUS IV - 49mm COPPER MEDAL | 10/24/2010 |
| Q: Dmitry, 49mm copper medal OB: Bust facing left "GEORGIUS IV D:G BRITT REX F:D: Inscribed ... A: This is one of several types of medals made for the coronation of British king George IV in 1821. ... | |
| COSMVS MEDICES P.P. | 10/24/2010 |
| Q: Dmitry - 41mm bronze covered w/gold color plate. Severely scratched. OB: "COSMVS MEDICES P.P." ... A: In that case, taking it all together, you may actually have an authentic medal, just in rough shape. ... | |
| coin value | 10/23/2010 |
| Q: Have a 1919 Vitt. Emanuele III 20 cent R. Like to Know the value if in fair to good condition and ... A: There were over 33 million of these made, and a coin with significant wear is only worth a dollar or ... | |
| COSMVS MEDICES P.P. | 10/22/2010 |
| Q: Dmitry - 41mm bronze covered w/gold color plate. Severely scratched. OB: "COSMVS MEDICES P.P." ... A: They are not the same medal, although the historical background of the portrait is the same. I am ... | |
| J.BAPTISTE COLBERT 42mm COPPER MEDAL | 10/21/2010 |
| Q: This is a 42mm copper medal. OB: "J. BAPTISTE COLBERT" Inscribed below the bust is "DEPAULIS ... A: This medal is part of a group of "exhibition" medals, which were made by various professional ... | |
| ceramic coin/token 1923 | 10/21/2010 |
| Q: I have recently inherited from a german ex bank worker a coin collection which contains some ceramic ... A: I am familiar with these. The coins are "notgeld", meaning "not money" coins which were made by ... | |
| mandela 2000 coin | 10/21/2010 |
| Q: hallo again Dmitry,i will send you two pictures i took off the coin,i had a look at again,and the ... A: This is definitely a mint error, looks like a major misalignment of 90 degrees. I thought you meant ... | |
| 1771 viraque vnum coin | 10/21/2010 |
| Q: i have a 1771 viraque vnum coin and it's in almost mint condition and was wondering what it might be ... A: This is a very nice Spanish colonial 8 reales coin from the Mexico City mint. These were used all ... | |
| old german coin | 10/21/2010 |
| Q: i have come across a copper coloured heavy coin with the busts of two men on the front Koenig ... A: This is a medal commemorating Joaqim II Hector, the elector of Brandenburg. He was a major figure ... | |
| world coin tokens | 10/20/2010 |
| Q: What can you tell me about Raven & Co. St. Thomas good for 1 lb. ice and 2 lb ice. They are brass ... A: You have something quite spectacular here. The 1lb token is scarce and worth between $50 and $100 in ... | |
| DO NOT KNOW WHAT THIS COIN IS | 10/19/2010 |
| Q: I HAVE TWO COINS THAT LOOK LIKE THEY MAY BE GERMAN? I'LL TRY AND SEND PIC. OF ONE AND IF YOU CAN ... A: Your are correct, this is a German coin. Specifically, from the German state of Westphalia. This ... | |
| Netherlands Coin | 10/19/2010 |
| Q: I was wondering how much this coin is worth? It says it is 1 Gulden and the year on it is 1930. It ... A: This is a fairly common silver coin, with over 13 million made. Condition is going to be very ... | |
| mandela 2000 coin | 10/16/2010 |
| Q: hallo again Dmitry,i guessed i took the wrong root by adding to your answer,sorry but i had to,the ... A: No worries about adding to it, when people sign up for this site we have the option of allowing ... | |
| 2000 Mandela R 5 coin,error or not? | 10/14/2010 |
| Q: i have resenly came across a Mandela year 2000 R5 coin,which is not horizontally aligned on the ... A: If I recall correctly, this is a bi-metallic coin. It is possible for the center part to me ... | |
| Colombian Coin | 10/14/2010 |
| Q: Years ago, I received a bag of foreign coins, mostly from Eurpoean countries, as a gift because of ... A: This is one of the last years that Colombia made these 10 centavos coins in silver. This is also one ... | |
| WILHELM I FRIEDRICH III WILHELM II 60mm COPPER MEDAL | 10/13/2010 |
| Q: Dmitry, Thank You again for you help. I have this 60mm copper medal.If you could history, date and ... A: Sorry for the delay, I had been out of town for a couple of days. This is a commemorative medal for ... | |
| world coins | 10/13/2010 |
| Q: Here is a description of some of the world coins. 1. Front - REPUBLICA PORTUGUESA-1927 it has a ... A: The first and third coins are from Portugal and the second is from Chile. Number 2 and 3 are common ... | |
| IOAN STURM 50mm COPPER MEDAL | 10/12/2010 |
| Q: Dmitry, Copper medal - 50mm OB: "IOAN STURM PRIMUS GYMN ARGENTORAT RECTOR" Inscribed below bust ... A: The medal dates from 1838 and is a French medal, specifically for the city of Strasbourg. It is made ... | |
| old German coin | 10/12/2010 |
| Q: front of coin reads Wilhelm Koenig Von Preussen, with bust of man. Under bust is a tiny letter A. ... A: This is a silver thaler from the German State of Prussia. Since the weight of your coin is exactly ... | |
| Coin Identification | 10/12/2010 |
| Q: Found a coin dated 1868 or 1888, rough condition. On the face of the coin is inscribed the ... A: This is definitely a Spanish coin. Without more info or a clear picture I cannot tell you whether ... | |
| Confederation coin's... | 10/12/2010 |
| Q: hey there, i would like to know the value of two un-opened 1867-1967 gold looking Canadian ... A: There are several designs for these tokens, but most look like the one in the picture I've attached. ... | |
| SOCIRT IES | 10/9/2010 |
| Q: Dmitry, Bronze oval medal 38mm x 43mm OB: "IES MARIO ?AN S IOAC" - "ROMA" ON BOTTOM REV:"SOCIRT IES" ... A: Bob, I believe you are right about the translation. I could not find anything on this one, or an ... | |
| 1850 copper coin (Prussian, i believe) | 10/9/2010 |
| Q: Found this coin in a roll of quarters. On one side are the words; KURHESSISCHE 3 HELLER 1850 SCHEIDE ... A: Good guess. You are not far off. This 3 heller coin is from the German state of Hesse-Cassel, which ... | |
| ELIZ CAROLA 58mm medal | 10/9/2010 |
| Q: Dmitry, Another challenge (for me anyway!!) OB: "ELIZ CAROLA AVRELLA ???? DVCISSA et REGENSIOIBAR" ... A: If the color in the picture is accurate, the piece is made of pewter. Although pewter does not just ... | |
| coin bracelet | 10/8/2010 |
| Q: While cleaning after the resent earthquake here we have came gross a bracelet which must have ... A: This bracelet is made up of Netherlands colonial 1/10th gulden coins, from the Netherlands East ... | |
| ELIZ CAROLA 58mm medal | 10/8/2010 |
| Q: Dmitry, Another challenge (for me anyway!!) OB: "ELIZ CAROLA AVRELLA ???? DVCISSA et REGENSIOIBAR" ... A: Although I am not familiar with this particular piece, I was able to find an extremely detailed ... | |
| S. GEORGIVS 42mm silver medal | 10/7/2010 |
| Q: Dmitry, Don't have much info on this one. I would like to know history, age and approx value if ... A: This is one version of a famous design that was used by sailors as a sort of lucky token. I have ... | |
| 32mm Silver Medal | 10/7/2010 |
| Q: Dmitry Thank You so much for you last answer, Boy, I was off base, I thought it was a bust of CHRIST ... A: You are absolutely right about what it is. The reverse legends actually read "È LA PIETÀ CHE L'VOM ... | |
| 1968 Columbian Commemorative coins | 10/6/2010 |
| Q: My family has just aquired a set of 4 gold coins with pope Paul VI depicted on them. Denominations ... A: The complete proof set also includes a very large 1500 pesos coin, which is over 1.8 ounces of gold ... | |
| friedrich wilhelm III | 10/6/2010 |
| Q: I have a gold 1811 friedrich wilhelm III coin with a face on the front and a bird with stuff under ... A: This is a pretty rare gold trade coin from the German state of Prussia. These were meant to be used ... | |
| Uniface Bronze Medal 50mm | 10/5/2010 |
| Q: Dmitry, OB: "EYRI PIDES" This is a bronze 50mm uniface medal, no other inscriptions that I can find. ... A: This is another privately made piece, which I would not be able to find in any references of ... | |
| 1858 -2 1/2 silver gulding | 10/4/2010 |
| Q: just wondering if this coin would be of any value. In good condition. A: This is a Netherlands 2 1/2 gulden made of .945 purity silver. It's not possible to give you an ... | |
| ALMERITO 38mm Medal | 10/2/2010 |
| Q: Dmitry, Thank you for your quick response, I have spent weeks trying to find any info on these ... A: This medallion is of Spanish or South American origin, where you often see medals with the term "Al ... | |
| vatican coin set | 10/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a set in a paper holder. On the front is a shield and the words CONCILIVM OECVMENICVM ... A: This is a 1962 mint set. There are two varieties. If you look at the back of the smaller coins, like ... | |
| Lead Medal - 60mm | 10/2/2010 |
| Q: Dmitry - You did so well with my last lead coin I thought I would send you this also. 60mm lead ... A: This is also an old copy. The original would be made of silver and weigh a little over 90 grams. ... | |
| Lead medal 45mm | 10/2/2010 |
| Q: Dmitry - This is a lead medal in poor condition, and I have two of them. I don't think you can help ... A: Believe it or not I can tell you plenty about this one. It is, unfortunately, a crude copy of a ... | |
| pfennig marburg | 10/2/2010 |
| Q: The Marburg pfennig is dated ..von 1140 A: This indeed a very rare coin. They were the first made by the city, which was not officially even a ... | |
| Nederl Indie 1825 | 10/1/2010 |
| Q: Back: Nederl Indie 1825 S Front: 1/4 Crest S Could not find any information on a Nederl with the ... A: This is a 1/4 stuiver from the Netherlands East Indies colonies, which is the present day area of ... | |
| Info on old British Coin | 10/1/2010 |
| Q: I have had this old british coin since I was very young and wanted to know about and its history & ... A: One thing I can tell you for sure is that it's not a coin. This is actually an English coin weight, ... | |
| CAROLUS SPENCER 55mm BRONZE | 10/1/2010 |
| Q: Dmitry - I do so appreciate any help you can give me on my medals, thank you so much !! Here is ... A: Finally, one I have seen before! This is a commemorative medal of (and done during the life of) ... | |
| pfennig | 10/1/2010 |
| Q: my mum has a Marburg Pfennig.not sure what the date is ,will find out this week.is there such a ... A: Yes there are pfennig coins made by the German city of Marburg. These will be either from the 15th ... | |
| 1952 Switzerland Coin | 9/30/2010 |
| Q: Livshits. I am contacting you about a coin I found. On one side is the side profile of a head with ... A: This is a 20 rappen coin from Switzerland. They have some collectible value, but mostly in mint ... | |
| 1920 Coin | 9/30/2010 |
| Q: One one side is a naked man pushing a spade into the ground. On the other side is Nolgeld Unna, 10 ... A: This is a German notgeld coin (literally meaning "not money"). It was popular right after WWI and ... | |
| 1912 coin | 9/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a coin that has a hole in the middle. I believe some of the letters are greek. There is a ... A: You are absolutely right, it's a Greek coin. This is a 10 lepta, made of nickel. They are common in ... | |
| 1909 deutschland reich 1 coin | 9/29/2010 |
| Q: Its a copper color with a eagle crest on one side and a 1 with the words deutschland reich on the ... A: This is a 1 pfennig from the German Empire. There are different mint marks for these coins, though ... | |
| 2 silver coins - different sizes | 9/28/2010 |
| Q: front profile facing left Friedrich II Grossherzog Von Baden with G at bottom. Back is a crowned ... A: Are there also two different sized coins like this? Or is the title left over from the last ... | |
| 2 silver coins - different sizes | 9/28/2010 |
| Q: front bearded side profile of a man Lvitpold Prinz Regent V. Bayern 1821-12 Maerz 1911. Back is a ... A: These are also German States coins, from Bavaria and also made of silver. These are the 2 and 3 mark ... | |
| Silver 3 Marks 1911 | 9/28/2010 |
| Q: front of drei mark has two profile heads 1886-1911 Wilhelm II ind Charlotte Von Wurttemberg. On the ... A: These are, as the coins say, from Wurttemberg, a large German state. They are made of silver and are ... | |
| Very shiny ornate silver coin | 9/28/2010 |
| Q: on the front one man's profile is facing two greek looking profiles. Under their profiles is MDCCCX ... A: This is a commemorative German medal, celebrating 100 years of Oktoberfest (the big beer festival) ... | |
| 1670 (I think) or 1870 dark metal coin worn | 9/28/2010 |
| Q: man's profile on front with Alponso VII por la gracia de dios around the coin. On the back is a ... A: This is a Spanish 10 centimos dating either 1877, 1878 or 1879 (the only three years they were ... | |
| 1875 coin | 9/28/2010 |
| Q: one side has Romania at the top, 50 Bani in the middle and laurel wreath at bottom and along the ... A: This would actually be an 1873 Romanian 50 bani, made of silver. There is no 1875 date, but the 3 in ... | |
| 1928 silver coin - 2 schilling | 9/28/2010 |
| Q: profile of man with glasses on front and under his collar is (I think) crienaufs in very small ... A: This is an Austrian 2 schilling, made of silver, and commemorating 100 years of the death of famous ... | |
| coin identity | 9/28/2010 |
| Q: silver round the outside and gold colour in the middle. it has the bust of a young man with glasses ... A: This sounds like a 10 baht coin from Thailand, made from 1988 to 1996. I have attached a picture for ... | |
| royal black knights of ireland token | 9/27/2010 |
| Q: Hi i have this token and know nothing about it the back says rbp 342 which i think stands for royal ... A: This society is actually from Toronto, and is somewhat similar to the Freemasons. They were founded ... | |
| singapore coin | 9/27/2010 |
| Q: I was at an auction and a set of foreign coins was up. I bought the whole set for $5. Anyway, i am ... A: Was the attribution that you got written on a holder or something like that? This is sometimes not ... | |
| caciques de venezuela gold coins. | 9/26/2010 |
| Q: I have five (5) caciques de venezuela gold coins in very good conditions. Mint 1955 by the ... A: If the coins are in mint condition, with no signs of wear and original luster, you can safely add ... | |
| Coin ID | 9/26/2010 |
| Q: I have a silver coin with a camel on both sides. The camel is surrounded by nine stars and on one ... A: It is certainly a token or medallion, rather than a coin. However, it could still be valuable and ... | |
| Coin? Egypt? | 9/26/2010 |
| Q: I received this in a bulk trade. I can identify most items, but I can not find anything on this one. ... A: I have seen this one a few times. It's actually a novelty medallion of American origin. It was used ... | |
| 1878 BRASS COIN/MEDALION | 9/26/2010 |
| Q: On box it says ERSTER PREIS. Coin is large (silver dollar size but thicker) On one side it has a mis ... A: The medal commemorates an industrial exposition, which was held annually in different German cities ... | |
| 1767 coin | 9/24/2010 |
| Q: I inherited a mystery coin dated 1767 about 25 years ago. I've never found anyone who can identify ... A: You have a 1 grosz from Poland. The mintage for these coins was in the tens of millions, but they ... | |
| coin origin and value | 9/24/2010 |
| Q: Good day,im from a town called Luderitz which is in Namibia in africa,the town was discovered by the ... A: This is one piece from a set of South African commemorative medallions made in 1987-88 for the 500th ... | |
| carolus IIII coin | 9/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a Carolus IIII coin dtd 1798 dei gratia hispan.et.ind.rex.m.8R.f.m. but ... A: This is an 8 reales or "pillar dollar" from the Mexico City mint. It's one of the more common mints, ... | |
| 2 german mark 1937 | 9/23/2010 |
| Q: I recently purchased a 2 German Mark 1937 "G" WWII NAZI coin with a Swastika on it.I cant find ... A: In mint condition, as the coin in the picture appears to be, they list for $30 to $40 for this date ... | |
| luxemburg coin | 9/21/2010 |
| Q: i have a 25 centimes luxemburg coin dated 1960. when held and reversed from left to right the ... A: The alignment you describe is normal for this coin. This is called "medallic alignment", where both ... | |
| Russian money | 9/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a golden 5 rubli from 1899 -can you tell me how rare is it and how much is it worth? Thanks, ... A: The value on these coins depends very much on condition. If the coin has signs of wear, it will be ... | |
| Arabic coin? | 9/21/2010 |
| Q: Any idea what this coin is? Really appreciate any response, thanks! A: This is a Thailand 1 baht coin. It is a modern coin that is still spendable in Thailand and the ... | |
| coin | 9/20/2010 |
| Q: respected sir "Hello! The expert can't answer your question. Your Question was: respected sir ... A: This is a 1 yuan, made from 1981 to present. The value for any date is less than $1 on the current ... | |
| error coin | 9/20/2010 |
| Q: respected sir I am a novice. please guide me 1.whether following defination of 'DIE CRACK ERROR' as ... A: The best site I know of is http://www.worlderrors.com/ A couple of other useful sites are: ... | |
| error coin | 9/20/2010 |
| Q: respected sir I am a novice. please guide me 1.whether following defination of 'DIE CRACK ERROR' as ... A: The definition given is not exactly correct. A die crack is specific to a crack in the die, which ... | |
| Leopold i 1860 coin | 9/19/2010 |
| Q: I found this coin in my button box that an elderly aunty gave me years ago! On one side it says ... A: This Belgian 20 centimes coin was only made for two years, 1860 and 1861. They are not particularly ... | |
| 1900 Otto Koenig Von Bayern value? | 9/18/2010 |
| Q: I have a coin with a date of 1900 on it. On the front it reads Otto Koenig Von Bayern and has a man ... A: You have a silver 5 mark from the German state of Bavaria. There were only 295,000 coins minted that ... | |
| bronz colored rough coin | 9/15/2010 |
| Q: We have a bronze colored coin with the star of david in the middle. The back side is flat and also ... A: This is a 1 falus, the smallest of all the denominations. Without a visible date the value would ... | |
| bronz colored rough coin | 9/15/2010 |
| Q: We have a bronze colored coin with the star of david in the middle. The back side is flat and also ... A: This would be one of several types of 18th to 19th century "falus" coins from Morocco. Usually the ... | |
| British Indian rupees | 9/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a collection of coins from the British Empire, particularly British India. I have recently ... A: It is perfectly normal to find a bit of variation in these early and fairly crudely made coins. The ... | |
| EAAHNIKH AHMOKPATI coin | 9/11/2010 |
| Q: a follow up question from your answer to Katie about the 5 drachmai from Greece. Is it normal for ... A: This is normal for this coin. Some coins have "medallic" alignment, where both sides are in the same ... | |
| chineese coins | 9/9/2010 |
| Q: My uncle recently gave me several coins and two of them are very old Chinese coins, they are copper ... A: I can certainly help you identify the coins, though I would need clear pictures of both sides. You ... | |
| Fridericus Borussorum Rex | 9/7/2010 |
| Q: I have a German coin dated 1771. One side is head with Fridericus Borussorum Rex, other side number ... A: This is a silver one-third of a thaler (which is the European equivalent of a silver dollar) from ... | |
| rare coin? | 9/7/2010 |
| Q: found a coin that says on one side union for ever on flip side has a lady with a weird looking wrap ... A: This is a US Civil War token. These were used as a morale booster for the public and were also ... | |
| brasil 400 reis 1940 coin | 9/6/2010 |
| Q: I have a coin about the size of a dime. One side says gentulio vargas and the other side says ... A: This type that you have was made in 1938, 1940 and 1942. There were over 7 million coins made in ... | |
| 1916 15 rupien - Tabora Pound | 9/6/2010 |
| Q: Recently a very good friend of mine was killed in a motor cycle accident. Part of his estate was a ... A: This German East Africa 15 rupien is made of .750 gold (18 karat). This is a type I coin, with just ... | |
| Ludwig III Grosherzog Von Hessen Funf Mark | 9/5/2010 |
| Q: Kind Regards John A: This is a 5 mark coin from the German state of Hesse-Darmstadt. This is one of the scarcer types. ... | |
| Japanese gold 20 yen coin | 9/4/2010 |
| Q: I have a 20 yen gold coin which I believe is dated 1918. By U.S. Gold coin standards, it is near a ... A: This is indeed a 1918 coin (Taisho emperor, 7th year of rule), which is one of the more common dates ... | |
| charles x roi coin | 9/3/2010 |
| Q: cant find alot on this trying to find the worth of it, its a charles the tenth roi on the front on ... A: Sounds like a 5 centimes coin from the French Colonies (the French possessions in the Caribbean ... | |
| 1953 Canadian Nickel | 9/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1953 Canadian Nickel where the queen has no shoulder strap and the leaves are near the ... A: This is an accurate value for this variety and condition that you mention. The problem with the ... | |
| Panama 1966, 1/10 balboa | 9/1/2010 |
| Q: I'm having trouble with this Panama coin. Located it, but there's apparently four different ... A: There are actually only two varieties for this date. The other two are for a proof coin, which is a ... | |
| chinese coin | 8/31/2010 |
| Q: I have this Chinese coin I'm trying to get some info on. It's about 2" wide, with 2 dragons on one ... A: Unfortunately this is a modern "fantasy" coin. The design is based on what some of the real coins ... | |
| Coin ID | 8/29/2010 |
| Q: I've been metal detecting for many years; and have found many many coins. A recent find seems to be ... A: Swedish coppers were used as currency in the early colonies, especially in the Delaware fur trade of ... | |
| VITTORIO EMANUELE III COIN | 8/28/2010 |
| Q: I HAVE A VITTORIO EMANUELE III COIN AND IM WONDERING IF IT IS WORTH ANYTHING ? THE YEAR IS 1919 ON ... A: Most of the dates from this series, the Italian 10 centisimi, are not worth very much. The 1919 date ... | |
| Coin ID | 8/28/2010 |
| Q: I've been metal detecting for many years; and have found many many coins. A recent find seems to be ... A: This is indeed a copper 2 ore coin from Sweden. The crossed arrows are a Swedish symbol, along with ... | |
| 1823 FERDIN VII DEI GRACIA COIN | 8/28/2010 |
| Q: I have an 1823 Ferdin vii Dei Gracia Coin and have been looking on the internet. There are a lot ... A: Gary, Try doing a search on "love tokens", and you will come across items like this. A love token is ... | |
| 1911 Canadian coin | 8/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1911 Canadian 5 cent coin. On the front it has a picture of a king. And it says 'GEORGIVS ... A: Your Canadian 5 cent coins is made of .925 sterling silver and is the first year of the 1911 to 1936 ... | |
| 1967 coins gold plated? | 8/27/2010 |
| Q: I recently bought a set of 1967 coins in a Whitman case (therefore not as originally issued by the ... A: Yes, I have seen many gold plated coins. Not something I see as often with Canadian coins as with US ... | |
| Gold Coins | 8/27/2010 |
| Q: I have 3 gold coins that I inherited from my grandparents. I would like to ask if it is valuable. ... A: All three of these are fairly common coins. As such, they are worth gold bullion value if they show ... | |
| Swiss Coin 1932 5 FR | 8/26/2010 |
| Q: Dmitry - Can you please help me get an idea of the value on a 5 FR 1932 (B) Confoedratio Helvetica ... A: This is indeed a Swiss 5 francs, made of .835 purity silver. Anytime you see the word "HELVETICA" or ... | |
| 10 cent wilhelmina coin | 8/25/2010 |
| Q: found some of the 10 cent coins in my father roll top desk most are dated 38 39 41 but have one ... A: All of these are fairly common dates, so unless they are in mint condition with shiny luster, they ... | |
| Canadian coin | 8/22/2010 |
| Q: I have recently come across a coin that I cannot identify. It is a Canadian Confederation coin, on ... A: This is actually an 1867 to 1927 commemorative medallion, picturing King George V of Great Britain ... | |
| King Edward VII Ruppe coin anomally (1 of 2) | 8/17/2010 |
| Q: I have recently come into possession of a coin which depicts King Edward VII without his crown and ... A: I must say, this looks like a fully authentic piece. The error side actually has some areas with ... | |
| King Edward VII Ruppe coin anomally (1 of 2) | 8/15/2010 |
| Q: I have recently come into possession of a coin which depicts King Edward VII without his crown and ... A: It appears to be a half rupee, though it's hard to tell the exact proportion from the pictures. This ... | |
| 1814 coin | 8/15/2010 |
| Q: Can you please take a look at these pictures and tell me what you think of this coin? Thank you, ... A: I have seen this one before, it is a German "jeton" (non-monetary token). It would have originally ... | |
| 1933 Gold Republika Ceskoslovenska coin | 8/15/2010 |
| Q: I have three 1933 coins from the Republika Ceskoslovenska. I have tested them with nitric acid and ... A: These are gold trade ducats from Czechoslovakia. These coins have a standard content of .1107 ounces ... | |
| coin | 8/13/2010 |
| Q: I have a ten cent piece that on the the front says Republique francaise with what looks like the ... A: This little silver 10 cent coin is from the French Indo-China colonies, as you mention is written on ... | |
| coin or medal?? | 8/13/2010 |
| Q: I have an Elizabeth II Dei Gratia Regina Coin. The back is marked with a horseman trampling a ... A: This would be a novelty medallion. It is meant to be a 1953 gold sovereign, but no such coins were ... | |
| doubt | 8/12/2010 |
| Q: Good afternoon, in a previous question i ask "I own an 1784 Carolus III Hispan coin, one face of the ... A: This site unfortunately only allows one picture to be uploaded to a question. You can add a picture ... | |
| Variety of coins... | 8/11/2010 |
| Q: I was hoping you may be able to help me. Firstly, I know nothing about coins other than the ... A: The coins you have are fairly common in circulated condition, so the value is unfortunately not too ... | |
| German coin | 8/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1876 Funf Mark front side has Ludwig III Groasherzog Von Hessen with H stamp under head. ... A: This is a fairly scarce 5 mark coin from the German state of Hesse-Darmstadt. I have sold a couple ... | |
| British East African Florin 1920 | 8/10/2010 |
| Q: I wonder if you could help with the value of a British East African 1 Florin coin. I know that they ... A: It's true that these coins were made only in 1920 and 1921, but there were over 10 million 1921 ... | |
| Swedish? Coin | 8/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a coin and cannot find any information on it at all. A coin dealer said it was a currency, ... A: This is actually a commemorative medallion, rather than a coin or currency. This is to mark the ... | |
| Hong Kong Coins | 8/8/2010 |
| Q: The two coins i have are 1988-5dollar with Queen Elizabeth the second on front.Second is a 1979 20 ... A: When I first started collecting coins, I would have. I have become quite an advanced collector over ... | |
| Identify My Coin | 8/8/2010 |
| Q: I have this coin.....The front says "VIRIBVS VNITIS" with a profile of a king with long hair and a ... A: Your guess was right on! It's actually not a coin, but a lucky medallion that is believed to have ... | |
| found in bank roll of quarters | 8/8/2010 |
| Q: I found this packed in a rool of quarters I got from the bank it reads Enderlandsch idnie has a 1 ... A: This is a 1 cent coin from the Dutch East Indies, which is the Netherlands colonies in the ... | |
| Hong Kong Coins | 8/8/2010 |
| Q: The two coins i have are 1988-5dollar with Queen Elizabeth the second on front.Second is a 1979 20 ... A: These are fairly common coins, unfortunately. They are considered modern coins, which are still ... | |
| value of an German East Africa coin | 8/7/2010 |
| Q: In an old box of my mothers, I came across a plastic box with this coin in it. I am sure my parents ... A: The 1900 is a bit of a more valuable date for this series. The same condition in which a 1900 would ... | |
| FRIDERICUS BORUSSORUM REX | 8/7/2010 |
| Q: I HAD ASKED YOU PREVIOUSLY FOR THE VALUE OF COIN AND YOU REQUESTED A PHOTO. FRIDERICUS BORUSSORUM ... A: This is a thaler, the largest denomination made with this design. It's too bad that there is a loop ... | |
| Coin | 8/5/2010 |
| Q: Could just be a fake also. I believe its Napoleon III Emperor. At least thats what i can make out. ... A: This is a French commemorative medal. I cannot make out if there is any date form the picture, but ... | |
| 1748 coin | 8/5/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1748 coin with the following on one side reading clockwise from 1748 center bottom "M ... A: The design is a Spanish colonial 8 reales, also known as a "piece of eight" or a "pillar dollar". ... | |
| 1863 token | 8/5/2010 |
| Q: i dug up a 1863 indian head 24mm token in my backyard, on the otherside it read,city of new ... A: This is a token, commonly known as a Civil War "store-card", an early means of advertising one's ... | |
| coin | 8/4/2010 |
| Q: I came across a coin dated 1965 with Churchill on one side and Elizabeth 111 Dei Gratia Regina F D ... A: This is a British coin, a 1 crown. There were tens of millions of them made, s the value is fairly ... | |
| 1883kalakaua I coin | 8/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a quarter with Kalakaua I king of hawaii on it from the year 1883. It seems in good condition ... A: This is indeed an early Hawaii silver quarter dollar. In good shape with little wear it's worth $75 ... | |
| coins | 8/1/2010 |
| Q: I found a 1939 nederlanden 1-G coin and 1946 1/2 Fr coin. Are they of any value? Thank you. A: These coins are both fairly common, but do have some value since they are made of silver. The ... | |
| Victorian coin & George III coin. | 7/31/2010 |
| Q: I have 2 coins that I am interested in finding out more about and possibly how much they are worth. ... A: The Victoria coin does indeed appear to be a double florin, and in excellent shape as well. There ... | |
| chinese coins | 7/31/2010 |
| Q: I got two chinese coins from my father. I really don´t much about coins, but I am very interested in ... A: Unfortunately they are novelty or tourist coins. These are known as "fantasy" coins. Unlike a ... | |
| identity of coin/token? | 7/31/2010 |
| Q: "silver" coin--heart with wheat wreath above it and ?arabic words beneath. on reverse is lion ... A: The date area is worn almost smooth. It would be directly below the 5 and wreath at the center of ... | |
| COIN FROM GERMANY/ PRUSSIA | 7/31/2010 |
| Q: I HAVE A COIN THAT MY GREAT GRANDPARENTS WERE GIVEN WHEN THEY ATTENED THE 100TH BIRTHDAY PARTY OF ... A: This is a medal for what would have been the 100th birthday of Kaiser Wilhelm I, though he actually ... | |
| identity of coin/token? | 7/30/2010 |
| Q: "silver" coin--heart with wheat wreath above it and ?arabic words beneath. on reverse is lion ... A: This is a 5 rials from Iran, made of copper-nickel alloy. The date would be written below the ... | |
| Coin date mis-struck | 7/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a coin (silver in colour but very light) which has 50 Reichesfennig on one face and Deustches ... A: This is a German/Nazi 50 reichspfennig, made of aluminum. The numerals on these and other Nazi coins ... | |
| 1781 Patrona Bavariae | 7/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a coin that was made into a pin (silver, silver dollar size) that is from 1781, Patrona ... A: This is a 1 thaler coin from the German State of Bavaria, made from 0.833 purity silver. Has the pin ... | |
| Peruvian gold coin | 7/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a Peruvian "Cincuenta soles oro" gold coin from 1955. It was never circulated as it was ... A: There were a bit more than 50 made that year. The actual number is 1,898 coins for 1955 and this is ... | |
| Nazi Coin | 7/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1943 Nazi 1-cent coin with a small letter A at the bottom of it. It also seems to be in ... A: This is a 1 reichspfennig, made at the Berlin mint. It's a common year with tens of millions made. ... | |
| Spanish coin - Fake? | 7/27/2010 |
| Q: My name is Rene, I came by a Spanish coin (actually ten spanish coins, inheritence from my mother). ... A: This is also unfortunately a counterfeit. If you take a close look at the picture I have attached ... | |
| Spanish coin - Fake? | 7/26/2010 |
| Q: My name is Rene, I came by a Spanish coin (actually ten spanish coins, inheritence from my mother). ... A: Yes this is unfortunately a counterfeit. The most reliable way to tell if a coin is genuine is to ... | |
| Misunderstanding | 7/24/2010 |
| Q: I did not yet have the answer from CoinQuest when I wrote to you. (And two different dealers never ... A: I apologize for assuming you had all the information already. Please understand that as a volunteer ... | |
| German Coin 1774 | 7/21/2010 |
| Q: I have what seems to be a silver coin - I believe from Germany or Bavaria dated 1774 and I would ... A: This indeed is a coin from Bavaria, with the design of a silver dollar sized thaler. The reverse ... | |
| Canada Coin | 7/21/2010 |
| Q: My question is regarding a Canadian coin i recently found metal detecting on a beach in New ... A: This is one from a set of commemorative medallions made shortly after the 1867-1967 centennial of ... | |
| 1930 munt van het koningrijk der nederlanden | 7/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2.5 G coin in mint condition. Could you please tell me anything about it and it's value if ... A: This is a 2 1/2 gulden coin from the Netherlands, which was their version of the silver dollar. It ... | |
| Vatican city coin? | 7/19/2010 |
| Q: Can you help me with some information about this coin, presumably from the Vatican City, Pope Pius ... A: From what I can tell this is a medallion from around 1910, which would not be in any books on coins ... | |
| old louis and maria coin reply | 7/18/2010 |
| Q: we have an old 1725? silver medallion. looks like king louis and maria wedding. like to find out ... A: Yes you got the date right. I actuall'y gave you a mis-attribution... this medal is for the marriage ... | |
| old louis and maria coin 1725? | 7/18/2010 |
| Q: we have an old 1725? silver medallion. looks like king louis and maria wedding. like to find out ... A: This is indeed a marriage medals for Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette. It appears to be in good shape ... | |
| 1873 Alfonso xii deiz centimes | 7/15/2010 |
| Q: I wanted to know if this year of the coin is rare and what if any is the value due to it's ... A: This Spanish 10 centimos coin would actually be an 1878. The coin itself is not rare, with nearly 70 ... | |
| Mexican 8reales | 7/14/2010 |
| Q: I have I Mexican 8reales from 1835 which I think is an illegal make. The numbers and letters on the ... A: This would be an 8 reales from the Guadalajara mint. it's an early date, but not a particularly rare ... | |
| old hitler coin | 7/14/2010 |
| Q: i have an old coin with hitler's face on it. printing around front edge reads adolf hitler der ... A: This would be an aluminum badge from the 1930 Reichstag election. There are a variety of these ... | |
| coin | 7/13/2010 |
| Q: Dmitry, I have a 5 Baiocchi 1850 R small penny size coin looks silver, I am wondering about it's ... A: It is difficult to give an accurate value without seeing the coins or knowing their condition. I can ... | |
| estimated value of Netherlands coin | 7/13/2010 |
| Q: I have a gold 5G 1827 William Koning coin set in a necklace with bezel. would like to get estimate ... A: There are two varieties for this date. If your coins has a letter B below the G on the back of the ... | |
| Gold plated silver medalion | 7/8/2010 |
| Q: God day Dmytri A freind asked me to help identify a large medalion/coin he was given by a relitive ... A: This medal is now known in silver. It appears to be the gilded white metal variety, which were ... | |
| identify orgin of coin | 7/7/2010 |
| Q: Can you help me identify the source of a coin? its a 1906, NAPA denomination is 10. The country or ... A: The other side is sharper than I had assumed. This would be right around a $15 at auction, up to $25 ... | |
| identify orgin of coin | 7/7/2010 |
| Q: Can you help me identify the source of a coin? its a 1906, NAPA denomination is 10. The country or ... A: Your guess was pretty close. This coin is a 10 para from Montenegro, which later became an ... | |
| Off Struck Indian Head penny | 7/4/2010 |
| Q: Would you have any thoughts about the value of a 1901 Indian head penny struck about 10% off center? ... A: These errors are quite collectible on Indian head cents. A Lincoln cent may be worth $5 to $25 ... | |
| Unknown coin | 7/3/2010 |
| Q: Please could you identify this coin for me? A: This is a silver coin from Egypt, dated with ruler's ascension date 1327 (Hijra calendar) and year 6 ... | |
| 1812 Half dollar | 7/3/2010 |
| Q: I know I am not the first person to ask this, but is this a small or large 8, and what is the value ... A: This is the large 8, as is found on all regular date 1812's. The small 8 is only found on the 1812 ... | |
| republique fancaise coin | 7/2/2010 |
| Q: my name is chelsea and i have stumbled accross an authentic indian coin drop bracelet that has at ... A: I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but the coins on this bracelet are not actual genuine coins. ... | |
| unknown coin possibly Greek | 7/2/2010 |
| Q: fine condition small silver coin,face side lettering confoederatio helvetica 1942.Reverse side is ... A: This is actually a coin from Switzerland. It is a 10 rappen which is basically equivalent to 10 ... | |
| Peso | 7/2/2010 |
| Q: it says s "UN PESO.Z.1900.F.Z.902,7" along the bottom and theres a ... A: It's no trouble at all. Ask as many questions as you need, that's what I'm here for. The weight for ... | |
| 1800's world coin | 7/1/2010 |
| Q: I'm having trouble identifying a coin. It says 10 Napa. I tried looking it up but all I get is info ... A: You have a copper-nickel alloy 10 para from Serbia. This is a fairly common coin with over 6 million ... | |
| 1968 FR 5 | 7/1/2010 |
| Q: I found a coin in my backyard -- there's a picture of a man w/a hood and curly hair - CONFEDEDRATIO ... A: This is indeed a Swiss coin (5 francs), as you suspected the cross to be. This series began all the ... | |
| 1802 Hispanic real 8 | 7/1/2010 |
| Q: I own an 1802 (Carolus 1111) Hispanic (Mexican perhaps) 8 Real, dated 1802. It is in fair ... A: You are absolutely correct about the origin... this is a Mexico City issue "pillar dollar". This is ... | |
| Peruvian gold coins | 7/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a Peruvian gold coin, spec as follows: República del Perú, Cincuenta soles oro, gramos ... A: This coin is made of 22 karat gold and contains just a little less than one ounce of pure gold. I do ... | |
| Peso | 7/1/2010 |
| Q: it says s "UN PESO.Z.1900.F.Z.902,7" along the bottom and theres a ... A: Your coin looks to be in excellent shape. One thing that concerns me is the dull color of the ... | |
| 1888 Prussian 20 Mark | 6/29/2010 |
| Q: I recently found a 1888 20 mark coin from Prussia (which I have been told are gold coins), however, ... A: There are many counterfeits and also novelty replicas (including antique and vintage ones) of old ... | |
| gold coins value | 6/29/2010 |
| Q: I Have Five Gold coins - edwardvs vii d:g: britt:omn: rex f: d: ind: imp: - (years 1904-06-07-08 %26 ... A: These are British 22 karat gold coins of king Edward VII. They are either full or half sovereigns. ... | |
| Peso | 6/27/2010 |
| Q: it says s "UN PESO.Z.1900.F.Z.902,7" along the bottom and theres a ... A: This is the Mexican equivalent of a US silver dollar. This one is actually slightly higher purity ... | |
| 1885 Newfoundland dime | 6/26/2010 |
| Q: My grandmother left me a collection of foreign world coins. I have been going through them and ... A: You certainly do have a rare coin. This is the top key date for the Victorian Newfoundland 10 cent ... | |
| 1800 Thaler Coin | 6/26/2010 |
| Q: My brother has a coin, friedr wilhelm iii koenig von preussen, other side DRE1 FINEN R THALER ... A: You have a 1/3rd thaler (their equivalent of 1/3rd of a silver dollar) from the German State of ... | |
| 1808 Carollus IIII 8 reale | 6/25/2010 |
| Q: I have an 1808 Carolus IIII 8 Reale coin, with a Mexico mint mark on the reverse. The obverse has ... A: The weight of 26.6 grams is correct for this coin. Considering the amount of wear, I would be very ... | |
| 1808 Carollus IIII 8 reale | 6/25/2010 |
| Q: I have an 1808 Carolus IIII 8 Reale coin, with a Mexico mint mark on the reverse. The obverse has ... A: That is the result of either a die-chip or lamination error. The former is just a small piece of ... | |
| cant find coin in std. cat | 6/25/2010 |
| Q: I've been trying to identify a particular silver (I think) coin that is in a friends World ... A: This is a commemorative medal, rather than a coin. You could have driven yourself mad looking ... | |
| unusual half dollar | 6/25/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1990 "D" kennedy half dollar, but the reverse side is copper and has ... A: Forgot to mention that the other half is the obverse of a British penny of the 1953 to 1967 type. ... | |
| please help with understanding of coin | 6/25/2010 |
| Q: i am hoping you could help , my grandad had a collection of weird and wonderful coins and i noticed ... A: The Q is indeed a mint mark, which stands for the Perpignan mint. This is a revolutionary issue, and ... | |
| German Coin Value | 6/24/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1876 German coin and I am looking to find an approximate value. One side 1 it reads ... A: This coin appears to have moderate wear on roughly 50% of the surface area, which would put it at ... | |
| what type of coin is this and worth | 6/24/2010 |
| Q: i have this my friend would like to know the worth and what kind of coin this is..its in a wood ... A: The design of this medal is based on a rare coin from Denmark. If you look at the picture I have ... | |
| Market value of a 5 Kopeck Copper Coin of Catherine II from Russia dated of 1781 and EM Mintmark | 6/23/2010 |
| Q: Can you please tell me the market (fair) value of a 5 Kopeck Copper Coin of Catherine II from Russia ... A: Unfortunately this coin has some corrosion on the surfaces, most likely from being in the ground for ... | |
| Market value of a 5 Kopeck Copper Coin of Catherine II from Russia dated of 1781 and EM Mintmark | 6/22/2010 |
| Q: Can you please tell me the market (fair) value of a 5 Kopeck Copper Coin of Catherine II from Russia ... A: The market for early Russian coins is excellent right now. In fact, the price guides are stiull ... | |
| German Coin Value | 6/22/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1876 German coin and I am looking to find an approximate value. One side 1 it reads ... A: Great coin! You have a rare one indeed, especially if it's in great shape. I would suggest checking ... | |
| Italian Lire | 6/21/2010 |
| Q: I found 2 Italian coins. One is 100 Lire dated 1957 with a standing soldier and tree on the back, ... A: The 1979 coin would be worth just a dollar or two even in perfect condition. The 1957 coin is very ... | |
| swiss coin | 6/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1936 10 ore sverige coin, circulated, in a cardboard holder. There is a crown above a ... A: This little silver coin is actually from Sweden. Anytime you see the word "ore" on a coin, it will ... | |
| Coin ID | 6/18/2010 |
| Q: I have a coin dated 1911 but am unsure what its origin is. Sliverish in color about .625" in ... A: You have a Russian imperial 15 kopeks, made at the St. Petersburg mint. The coin is indeed made of ... | |
| Krause catalogue miss information | 6/17/2010 |
| Q: I cannot find the Joseph II kronentaler 1784 B (Kremnitz issue)in the Krause. Please, help me and ... A: Ok, I see what you mean. The 1784 with a B is not listed in any of the editions that I have. ... | |
| Krause catalogue miss information | 6/17/2010 |
| Q: I cannot find the Joseph II kronentaler 1784 B (Kremnitz issue)in the Krause. Please, help me and ... A: The Krause book is full of typographical errors and omissions, which vary from one edition to ... | |
| 10 Baiocchi? | 6/17/2010 |
| Q: Dmitry, I've recently inherited a number of older coins, all pierced and placed on a bracelet. Most ... A: The 10 baiocchi is certainly one of the harder denominations to find, along with the 5 baiocchi. The ... | |
| 1798 coin or token | 6/15/2010 |
| Q: I have 3 of these coins, or are they tokens,1790,1791 and 1798, I have added a picture of the 1798, ... A: These are indeed tokens, commonly known as "game counters". Basically, they were used as poker chips ... | |
| peso | 6/15/2010 |
| Q: I have a coin with Republica mexico Un peso. Mo 1905.a.m. 902,7 Libertad and am interested to know ... A: You have a silver Mexican peso from the Mexico City mint, which is one of several mints that ... | |
| Gold Coin | 6/14/2010 |
| Q: I came across this gold coin recently. It looks like a doubloon that somebody made into a pendant. ... A: If the piece tests as higher than 18k I would want to know the exact weight, rough diameter and ... | |
| canadian 1857 1 cent token | 6/14/2010 |
| Q: i have what looks to be at least a ms 65 1857 bank of upper canada 1 penny token cant find a value ... A: An MS-65 Red would be a rare find indeed! Of course, the coin would have to be officially graded and ... | |
| 1862 10 Centimesbeigium coin | 6/14/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1862 10 centimes, Belgium coin, wondering what it may be worth. It is a bit worn on both ... A: For being such an old coin it is unfortunately not particularly valuable. There were tens of ... | |
| spanish coins | 6/14/2010 |
| Q: My father has about 7 coins that he came across and I was trying to find some info on There are 3 ... A: All of these coins except the 1769 are from the Mexico City mint, which is actually one of the more ... | |
| Gold Coin | 6/14/2010 |
| Q: I came across this gold coin recently. It looks like a doubloon that somebody made into a pendant. ... A: The edges are totally correct for these coins, which are often referred to as "cob coins" due to ... | |
| 1832 dutch 10 G gold coin | 6/13/2010 |
| Q: I have a King Willem 1832 10 G gold coin and can't find any info about it. The King is facing to the ... A: You have a gold 10 gulden coin from The Netherlands. It is made of 22 karat purity gold and contains ... | |
| Italian Coin | 6/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a coin that says Vittorio Emanuele III Re D'Italia D.Trentacoste L.Giorgi Inc. on the face ... A: This Italian 10 centesimi coin commemorates the 50th anniversary of the unification of the Italian ... | |
| silver indo chine 10 cents??? | 6/12/2010 |
| Q: I'm sorry to bother you again. I've received an update w/ pic's,(that I have attached). I was ... A: These coins appear to have been used in jewelry, most likely a coin "charm" bracelet. The ... | |
| Canadian Pennies | 6/11/2010 |
| Q: I am the same person who sent the "Two Foreign Coins" email. I forgot to tell you how i acquired the ... A: Hey Andrew, Yes, all George VI and earlier coins except the 1937 and later small cents and nickels ... | |
| value of 1888 coin | 6/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a silver coin with the portrait of Kaiser Wilhelm II (1888 – 1918) right. Semicircular ... A: You certainly have a great piece! The coin itself appears to be in very good shape, I would say EF ... | |
| Two Foreign Coins | 6/8/2010 |
| Q: I am trying to find the worth of two foreign coins I bought off of EBAY. The first is a 1921 German ... A: The OM is the only mintmark that appears on the 1870's copper and bronze centimos coins. There are ... | |
| Two Foreign Coins | 6/8/2010 |
| Q: I am trying to find the worth of two foreign coins I bought off of EBAY. The first is a 1921 German ... A: I sell coins on eBay myself. These are two fairly common ones you have, and I hope you did not pay ... | |
| 1972 Bahama Islands Proof Set | 6/6/2010 |
| Q: Would you give me an estimate of a 1972 Proof Set minted by The Franklin Mint for Bahama Island ... A: The 9-coins proof set for 1972 contains roughly 2.5 ounces of silver coins, and that is where most ... | |
| coin value | 6/2/2010 |
| Q: I have just found a small coin and in one side it reads:- IM:OF. SOVGN.L.CHR:LAUER:NURNBERG MADE IN ... A: You have found a piece of German "Spielmunze", which translates as "play money". These types of ... | |
| nederlandsch indie 1 cent 1942 | 6/1/2010 |
| Q: hi i want to know the value of my 1 cent nederlandsch indie 1942 thanks A: This is actually one of the last and most common dates for the Netherlands Indies 1 cents. There ... | |
| drachmas coin | 5/31/2010 |
| Q: I'm wanting to know more about the 1968 drachmas coin. Are they worth anything or worth collecting? A: The different 1968 denominations do have book values that range in the $5-$10 range and higher for ... | |
| Counterfeit Chinese Dragon coins | 5/30/2010 |
| Q: I just wanted to offer these images up to you to use for discussions on Counterfeit coins as ... A: You have made a wise discovery. Many collectors are fooled by the smaller denominations, like the 5, ... | |
| Question resubmitted | 5/30/2010 |
| Q: Sorry I forgot to attach picture. OriginalI purchased this medal on ebay. I thought I was buying a ... A: This is actually a modern novelty medal made with a similar design to the actual gold, silver and ... | |
| unsrue coin. | 5/28/2010 |
| Q: ), I recently came across my grandmothers collection of European and Asian coins and found this one, ... A: Hey Rachel, It's all good. Cell phone pics are not great, but when necessity strikes it's a lot ... | |
| unsrue coin. | 5/27/2010 |
| Q: ), I recently came across my grandmothers collection of European and Asian coins and found this one, ... A: Your coin is a 5 "ore" from Sweden. It's in good shape and could have a decent value depending on ... | |
| spanish and mexican coins | 5/27/2010 |
| Q: I found a Mexican coin dated 1844 the inscription on the back reads 8R G 1844 P M 10D 20G also a ... A: Both of these coins are Mexican. The 1844 coin is from the Guanajuato mint. Prices range from $15 ... | |
| 1875 10 ORE | 5/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1875 10 ORE coin, I have found some on line but not this one. This coin reads 10 ORE on ... A: If you searched online you probably found the Sweden 1875 10 ore, which is more common than your ... | |
| Nederl Indie 1/4 G 1941 Mint Mark R | 5/21/2010 |
| Q: I found the above coin in my Dad's WWII memorabila. He was on the USS Lexington when it was sunk in ... A: This was one of the last years that this type of coin was issued. It is made of silver (.640 purity) ... | |
| Encased 1903 Indian Cent | 5/20/2010 |
| Q: I have an encased (round) 1903 left-facing Indian Head in full headdress lucky penny 'pocket piece' ... A: Encased coins are generally a popular item with collectors, especially from an important even such ... | |
| Luxury Tax Token | 5/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a coin/token that has the following on it: One side has "Alabama State Tax Commisssion" with ... A: These tokens are quite common and the collectible market for them is limited. A nice, shiny example ... | |
| seated liberty dime | 5/18/2010 |
| Q: The coin is worn but from everything I've seen on the internet I believe I have a 1836 seated ... A: Is that a trick of the camera, or is the 3 in the date date backwards? This is actually typical of ... | |
| seated liberty dime | 5/18/2010 |
| Q: The coin is worn but from everything I've seen on the internet I believe I have a 1836 seated ... A: The seated liberty dimes start at 1837, the 1836 year would be a "liberty cap" type, with a female ... | |
| coin | 5/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a republique francaise 10 centimes coin dated 1897, any value to it A: Although this is a pretty common date, it can still have a decent value depending on the condition. ... | |
| Identify Gold Coin | 5/15/2010 |
| Q: Could you please help me; I have a gold coin which I would like to sell, however I do not know ... A: You have an Austrian trade "ducat" made of 22 karat gold and containing .1106 ounces of pure gold ... | |
| 1918 filipinas fifty centavos coin | 5/14/2010 |
| Q: Livshits, I have a friend that brought this coin in and we have no idea what it is worth. I was ... A: Are you using strict US grading guidelines? If so, then your coin is likely a solid F or even a ... | |
| 19th Century Mexican 8-Reale Silver Coins | 5/12/2010 |
| Q: What is the best method of determining the value of the 8-Reale coins dated 1818, 1822, and 1890 ... A: I must say, this is a very nice group. The 1822 Empire of Iturbide issue is by far the best one of ... | |
| russian coin, 5 kopeks 1804 Kolyvan Mint | 5/10/2010 |
| Q: Can you please point me in the right direction on how to find a value for it. its in ok condition, ... A: It is difficult to really give an accurate value without seeing the exact coin. These are crudely ... | |
| Gold Dutch coin | 5/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a gold Dutch coin with the words Komgin wilheimina god zijmetons 1925 10 Gilders on it. I am ... A: This 22 karat gold 10 guilders is a fairly common coin, with 2 million made. In perfect condition ... | |
| Sacajawea coin | 5/8/2010 |
| Q: I have collected Sacajawea dollars off and on for several years. I was recently looking at the the ... A: This is one of the newest dollars, the 2009. This is the normal design for this coin, it's ... | |
| 1876 German Mark | 5/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1876 German Mark with Ludwig II Koenig V. Bayern on front with a D under his bust and on ... A: You have a .900 silver 5 mark from the German state of Bavaria. This is the earliest type for the 5 ... | |
| 1956 elizabeth coin | 5/7/2010 |
| Q: have a 1956 fil def one shillin coin how much you thik it is the coin is Qreen elizabet the 2nd A: This is a fairly common coin, with over 40 million minted that year. The value is less than a ... | |
| Margrethe 2 danmatks dronning | 5/3/2010 |
| Q: I found a 1993 danmarks dronning 20 kroner coin .. Is it worth anything ??? If yess .. How much ?? A: This coin is still spendable money in Denmark so it's pretty much worth it's exchange value, which ... | |
| 1944 coin | 5/3/2010 |
| Q: hi my uncle has a 1944 united states made filipinas twenty cent silver coin he was wondering how ... A: This is one of the last and most common years that this coin was made. In mint condition with full ... | |
| Geart Britian coin | 5/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a large Britiannia coin date 1797. Appears to be copper anad has Georgius .... REX on it. ... A: This is a British two-pence, or two penny piece. If you can imagine having to walk around with a ... | |
| yugoslav 10 dinara 1981 | 5/2/2010 |
| Q: sir, hello and good day! i've got a yugoslav 10 dinara 1981 that is a small coin at 23mm (like ... A: This indeed sounds like a very interesting item. I am not aware of any similar examples. Is it ... | |
| Kruger Statue Removal Coins | 5/1/2010 |
| Q: One more question from me, I have goodled to try find info on this set, but can't find any. Please ... A: This set commemorated the removal of the Paul Kruger statues in Pretoria in 1954, as stated on the ... | |
| 1884 Gold Victoria Dei Gratia | 5/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1884 gold victoria dei gratia coin with an "s" above the rose and ww on the bust. Could ... A: The front of this one looks pretty much identical in condition to the back. I can see only a minimal ... | |
| 1884 Gold Victoria Dei Gratia | 5/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1884 gold victoria dei gratia coin with an "s" above the rose and ww on the bust. Could ... A: Based on this side, there is significant wear on the center area of the head. the hairlines have ... | |
| Canadian Coin \1867 | 4/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a coin it has no money value marked on it , on the front it has a crest and at the top and ... A: This item actually dates from the early 1970's, when a whole series of them were made and given out ... | |
| 1884 Gold Victoria Dei Gratia | 4/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1884 gold victoria dei gratia coin with an "s" above the rose and ww on the bust. Could ... A: This one is also in excellent shape with original luster. Again, the grading is usually based more ... | |
| 1884 Gold Victoria Dei Gratia | 4/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1884 gold victoria dei gratia coin with an "s" above the rose and ww on the bust. Could ... A: This 1892 pond is indeed the rare variety, and is in excellent shape with very minor rim damage. It ... | |
| Books on Coins | 4/30/2010 |
| Q: Much appreciated. Should have asked this in with the coins. Can you suggest an excellent reference ... A: The most widely used, thorough and reliable book on all world coins is the "Standard Catalog of ... | |
| 1974 and 1975 200 Zloty coin | 4/29/2010 |
| Q: I have, as stated, a '74 and a '75 Polish 200 Zloty coins. I believe they are silver as the only ... A: In mint condition, the 1974 bring $8 to $10 and the 1975 brings $10 to $15 (plus shipping). Coins ... | |
| 1804 Swedish coin | 4/29/2010 |
| Q: I am in possession of coin minted in Sweden. It is silver and about the size of a U.S. quarter. On ... A: Sounds indeed like a Swedish 1/6th riksdaler. The genuine piece should weigh 6.25 grams in mint ... | |
| Copper coin | 4/29/2010 |
| Q: I found a copper coin in my garden that is identical to the one in the image I am sending. It is a ... A: This Chinese 10 cash coin from the Hupeh province of china does not have a date, but they were made ... | |
| coin value | 4/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a deutsche mark from 1875 in fair to good condition and was wondering if there is any value ... A: There are several different mint marks for this year, but they all have similar values (especially ... | |
| 1884 Gold Victoria Dei Gratia | 4/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1884 gold victoria dei gratia coin with an "s" above the rose and ww on the bust. Could ... A: The 1884 coin is a 22kt gold full sovereign from Australia, made at the Sydney mint. It should ... | |
| Australian Penny | 4/27/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1952 Australia Penny. It has a kangeroo on the front with one star. The back has GLORGGIVS ... A: This date was made simultaneously at the Perth and Melbourne mints. Either one is pretty common and ... | |
| Coin Collecting | 4/26/2010 |
| Q: I've been collecting coins since I was little. I'm not an expert nor I have a great number of coins, ... A: Just saw this question in our "question pool", meaning the person you asked had passed it along. ... | |
| 1929 munt van het koningrijk der nederlanden | 4/25/2010 |
| Q: would you be able to tell me anything about this coin it has 1 g on it .. 1929 munt van het ... A: This is a Dutch 1 gulden coin, which would be roughly equivalent to their half-dollar or half-crown. ... | |
| 1960 mexican cinco centavos coin | 4/23/2010 |
| Q: I am told that the 1960 mexican cinco centavos coin is a unknown mintage amount and that it is a ... A: My apologies for the delay, it's been a really busy weekend and I did not have a chance to answer ... | |
| Misprinted Penny | 4/22/2010 |
| Q: I found a penny that had absolutely no markings on it in a role of pennies I broke last night ... A: This is a blank planchet (also called a flan) - the piece of shiny metal on which the heads and ... | |
| coin value | 4/21/2010 |
| Q: i have a 96 half dollar-- i don't know which president it is but there is the eagle on the back of ... A: These half dollars have John F. Kennedy on them and were made in Denver. These are spendable and are ... | |
| Question about a coin | 4/19/2010 |
| Q: I'm not sure which coin this is; I know nothing about it from its era or origin, any help would be ... A: What you have is a modern copy of an ancient Hebrew sheckel. The real thing is very rare, would be ... | |
| Misprinted nickel | 4/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a nickel which is about 25 years old. Unfortunately the date is not stamped on it. It was ... A: Sounds like a nice off-center coin. This is not a rare mint error, but it is very collectible. One ... | |
| counterfeits | 4/18/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1944 nickel with no mintmark and realize it a counterfeit. I find it neat and don't want to ... A: I've actually seen a couple of these war nickels with very weakly struck mint marks that were almost ... | |
| Palestine coin 1927 | 4/18/2010 |
| Q: Is a two mils coin from Palestine 1927 worth anything? Thank you A: The value for this coin really depends on the condition. They are certainly popular and there are ... | |
| silver coin | 4/18/2010 |
| Q: I found a small silver coin lodged inside my old concert piano. It had Nederl Indie 1/10 and 1928 on ... A: First off I apologize that you had to wait for an answer. The expert you initially asked the ... | |
| Italian Coin | 4/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a 10 Centisimi coin dated 1866. On the front is a bust of a man and written around the ... A: First off I apologize that you had to wait for an answer. The expert you initially asked the ... | |
| Deutsches Drei Mark value | 4/16/2010 |
| Q: Dmitry, you seem to be the expert on these Drei Mark coins. The story on this one? As an 11 year ... A: Yes I would most definitely recommend eBay for something like this. The coin will get plenty of ... | |
| Reverse side of Drei Mark | 4/15/2010 |
| Q: Just a second e-mail with the reverse image of the Drei Mark I sent earlier. By the way, the mint ... A: You will be pleased to know that this coin is indeed scarce and pretty valuable, especially in this ... | |
| Deutsches Drei Mark value | 4/15/2010 |
| Q: Dmitry, you seem to be the expert on these Drei Mark coins. The story on this one? As an 11 year ... A: You will be pleased to know that this coin is indeed scarce and pretty valuable, especially in this ... | |
| 10 baht coin | 4/15/2010 |
| Q: I believe I have been given the above coin but there is nothing in western script on the coin for me ... A: This indeed looks like a Thai 10 baht coin. This is a commemorative type made only in 1981 for the ... | |
| 2 1/2 dollar gold coin | 4/15/2010 |
| Q: How much should a 1906 2 1/2 dollar gold coin weight A: A genuine 2 1/2d gold piece from any year should weigh 4.18 grams in mint condition. If it has some ... | |
| Vatican coin set | 4/13/2010 |
| Q: I had an offer of $40 for one set last week and didn't know whether to take it or not. To answer ... A: The $40 to $50 price is for the whole set. The offer you had was certainly a fair one. Even if you ... | |
| 1 Anna - Copper-Nickel | 4/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1 Anna - Copper-Nickel dated 1910 I'm trying to find out it value could you help me out A: The value of this Indian coin depends very much on condition. If the coin is used, and there is a ... | |
| German coin | 4/11/2010 |
| Q: I have a silver coin with 2 heads with dates 1810 & 1910 next to heads. The top edge of the coin ... A: This is a silver 3 (drei) mark from the German State of Prussia, made to commemorate the 100th ... | |
| Vatican coin set | 4/11/2010 |
| Q: I noticed you recently answered a question about a Vatican coin. My uncle brought back Vatican coin ... A: Are all four of the coins from each year on a single card? For a official mint set all the coins ... | |
| Schukenfest Medal | 4/11/2010 |
| Q: While going through some of my grandfathers belongings we discovered a larger Medal in its original ... A: This piece commemorates the 100th anniveersary of the founding of the Arau marksman Society in 1924. ... | |
| Unknown Coin | 4/11/2010 |
| Q: My uncle gave me a coin a few months back that is at best in horrible condition I know this more ... A: The Deutsche bank holder does make sense, since this sounds like to me a piece of post-WWI German ... | |
| 1887 Guatemalan Coin | 4/10/2010 |
| Q: I recently found a tiny coin, dated 1887. The coin is about the size of a pencil-top eraser. There ... A: This certainly does sound like a tiny Guatemalan 1/4 real or reales coin. These were made for a very ... | |
| 1907 liberty double eagle | 4/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a Liberty double eagle with the motto,it is dated 1907. To the right of the date is a small ... A: The small "r" within a diamond typically means that the coin is a re-strike. Please note that a ... | |
| Pope coin. Did ton of research cannot find. | 4/9/2010 |
| Q: I have had a coin for a few years now that I never really thought anything about. It doesn't appear ... A: I have actually sold one of these in the past. This is a commemorative medal, likely made in Rome ... | |
| 2 coins | 4/9/2010 |
| Q: good evening ... the 1st coin i have was given to me from my poppop it is e.pluribus.unum 1896 womes ... A: The first coins is a Morgan silver dollar, a US coin made from 1878 up to 1921. The 1896 is a pretty ... | |
| 1994 Tiu Kronur Island Coin | 4/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1994 Tiu Kronur Island Coin and I would like to know its worth in CAD. Its in excellent ... A: This is a fairly new coin, a 10 kronur from Iceland. as such, they are still spendable today in ... | |
| Hitler Gold Coin | 4/8/2010 |
| Q: I just obtained a gold coin with Hitler's face with a swastika on one side and "Adolf Hitler" ... A: This certainly appears to be a genuine piece, and should weigh 6.41 grams. These are indeed solid ... | |
| bundes republik coin | 4/8/2010 |
| Q: i found a coin that in was wondering what is was ,On the front of the coin it has a women planting a ... A: I apologize that you had to wait for an answer, the expert you asked the question to passed it along ... | |
| 1 lb .999 fine silver | 4/8/2010 |
| Q: i purchased it from a lady needing money badly. Its a 1995 1lb. .999. fine silver walking ... A: Similar story on the 5oz bar. Silver value is around $90 and collector value is $100. If you brought ... | |
| 1 lb .999 fine silver | 4/8/2010 |
| Q: i purchased it from a lady needing money badly. Its a 1995 1lb. .999. fine silver walking ... A: This sounds to me like a genuine one troy pound pure silver round. The 0125 on the edge is the ... | |
| One cent | 4/7/2010 |
| Q: I am a coin collector residing in Akron Colorado. One of my friends brought me a Brown Bronze ... A: I must regrettably tell you that this is not a mint error. It is impossible for a coin to be minted ... | |
| Koningrijk der nederlanden | 4/6/2010 |
| Q: I've this coin from 1941 (1 cent), and it says: koningrijk der nederlanden. I would want to know ... A: This is a Dutch 1 cent, from The Netherlands. The 1941 is the last year in a long series and is also ... | |
| what is this coin I found? | 4/3/2010 |
| Q: was gardening in my backyard in hobart tasmania and I found a coin that is dated 1909 On one side it ... A: This is an English penny with king Edward VII depicted on it. The value starts at around a dollar ... | |
| Nazi German Coins with Strange White Spots | 4/2/2010 |
| Q: My friend has a ton of these really cool Nazi German coins. Including a ten pfennig zinc peice that ... A: These white spots plague all coins made of zinc, such as the 1940's Nazi coins that you have. This ... | |
| Coin value | 4/2/2010 |
| Q: Dmitri: Hello. I have an 1895 Prussian Kaiser Wilhelm 5 mark coin, probably fair condition with a ... A: These look like pretty minor rim dings. The good thing is that they don't cut into the design on the ... | |
| 1943 German Nazi penny | 4/2/2010 |
| Q: i just found a 1943 German penny with a small d on the bottom font side the condition is pretty good ... A: This Nazi coin is a fairly common date and mint mark. They are worth from around a dollar in well ... | |
| Coin value | 4/1/2010 |
| Q: Dmitri: Hello. I have an 1895 Prussian Kaiser Wilhelm 5 mark coin, probably fair condition with a ... A: An average circulated example of this coin usually sells for around $25. With rim dings that are not ... | |
| gold doubloon | 4/1/2010 |
| Q: i have a 1714 doubloon, what are the odds that it is real? the weight is 5.5 or 6.5 grams. i looked ... A: The good news is, if you rubbed it with toothpaste, which is an abrasive, and it still shines a ... | |
| 1864 Empire Francais | 3/30/2010 |
| Q: My daughter found an 1864 Empire Francis 50 cent coin. It has Emperor Napoleon III on the front and ... A: You have a French silver 50 centimes, which does have some value. Just how valuable it is really ... | |
| Help Me Identify & Grade This Coin | 3/30/2010 |
| Q: Can you help me identify this coin, date, and possible grading. Thank you so much. Is it worth ... A: This is a Spanish colonial 8 reales cob coin from Bolivia, made of high purity silver. This ... | |
| 1881 King Kalakaua five cent piece | 3/29/2010 |
| Q: My great aunt used to live in Hawaii around the 1930s-50s and she collected coins. I ended up ... A: The way that the metal is cut actually sheds much light on this coin. The area where the metal split ... | |
| Value of 1894 Italian Coin? | 3/29/2010 |
| Q: My husband found an 1894 10 Centisimi Italian coin buried deep in our backyard. It has a Mint Mark: ... A: The coin in the condition described would be worth about a dollar. These coins do have value, but ... | |
| 1881 King Kalakaua five cent piece | 3/29/2010 |
| Q: My great aunt used to live in Hawaii around the 1930s-50s and she collected coins. I ended up ... A: This is how the coin was originally made, with the "Sandwich Islands" legends. It indeed sounds like ... | |
| gold coin | 3/29/2010 |
| Q: i have a gold (i think) coin 1760 I'm diameter over the head the lettering is portetalgrex i am ... A: This sounds like a gold escudo coin. The legend "port. et. alg. rex." means "King of Portugal and ... | |
| 1881 King Kalakaua five cent piece | 3/29/2010 |
| Q: My great aunt used to live in Hawaii around the 1930s-50s and she collected coins. I ended up ... A: This is a very interesting question, and the value part of it is something I wonder about myself. As ... | |
| Spainsh coin perhaps? | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: and on the other a crest in the centre with AUSPICE-DEO-(NR-JF UPSIDE DOWN) IN-UTRO Q-FELIX around ... A: This particular gold 8 escudos is from Colombia. The NR on the back stands for Nuevo Reino, Bogotá, ... | |
| german coin or medal? | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: I came across a german coin or medal(not sure which it is) on a dresser left in the house my parents ... A: I actually am familiar with the medal you have. It is a commemorative one, rather than a military ... | |
| bronze medal/coin 1883 | 3/27/2010 |
| Q: I have found a medal/coin when sorting through my nan's bit's and hope you can tell me a bit about ... A: This is indeed a medal from the Netherlands and commemorating the 1883 Amsterdam International ... | |
| coins | 3/27/2010 |
| Q: my aunt has some old coins...i was wondering if you could tell me how much they are worth: she has a ... A: This 5 groschen is from Austria. They are fairly common because they are considered modern coins. ... | |
| Canadian One Cent | 3/26/2010 |
| Q: I have many old coins left by grandparents, etc. My son (12) has taken on an interest. The 1859 ... A: Whatever coin the shop had for comparison would not be reliable, since this type of coin was first ... | |
| 2 headed George Washington Quarter | 3/26/2010 |
| Q: I have what appears to be a 2 headed George Washington quarter. One side is minted 1985 but the ... A: This commonly referred to as a "magic coin". It is a novelty piece made by splitting and joining ... | |
| Prussian medal | 3/25/2010 |
| Q: Could you give me as much information as possible on a medal " Dem Besten Schutzen" with Kaizer ... A: Vladimir, I have managed to find another of these medals from a recent auction. You can see for ... | |
| Reichspfennig coins | 3/23/2010 |
| Q: I recently purchased one 1Reichspfennig coin and one 10Reichspfennig coin and was curious if they ... A: These two coins are in circulated condition. Although there are some more scarce dates and mint ... | |
| commemorative gold coin of Dr. Sun Yat Sen | 3/23/2010 |
| Q: I have two gold medallions of a commemorative gold medalion of 100th birthday of Dr. Sun Yat Sen, on ... A: These sound like the 1965 Taiwan 1000 and 2000 yuan gold coins. These were issued for the 100th ... | |
| 1891 silver dollar | 3/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1970G 50 pfennig coin . Can you tell me anything about this coin. Thank you Barbara ... A: An 1891 Us silver "Morgan" dollar, as they are called, has different values depending on the mint ... | |
| Helvetia coin | 3/22/2010 |
| Q: Please provide some info on this coin. Helvetia,a cross,and 1936 on one side and a 1 encircled by a ... A: This is a 1 rappen coin from Switzerland. They are made of bronze and the 1936 date ranges in value ... | |
| Coin Identification | 3/22/2010 |
| Q: Could you please give me as much information as possible on a coin that has 'GEORGIVS III DEI ... A: , The item you have is made in the style of a British trade "guinea", depicting king George III. The ... | |
| Argentine Republic medal from 1860 | 3/20/2010 |
| Q: I am having a hard time finding any information on this medal and would appreciate any info you can ... A: This is a national medal for the city of Buenos Aires. This one is not commemorating a specific ... | |
| Joannes Pavlvs II Silver coin | 3/20/2010 |
| Q: I'm trying to find out what type of coin it is and how much it is worth. My son found it in my back ... A: This is a medallion commemorating the visit of Pope John Paul II to his homeland (Poland) in 1983. ... | |
| rotated coins | 3/20/2010 |
| Q: I have 2 coins from South Africa a R5 1994 inauguration coin and a R5 2000 mandela coin that has a ... A: These certainly sound like coins with a rotated die mint error. This is not all that uncommon with ... | |
| square coin 1929 | 3/19/2010 |
| Q: One side:konongrijk der nederlanden with a flower in the middle and wave design around centre. Next ... A: The value on these Netherlands 5 cent coins really depends on the condition. They start at just a ... | |
| foreign coins | 3/19/2010 |
| Q: Would you tell me about a cold coin with "republica de chile" on one side with a large vulture ... A: This coin from Chile is actually made from an alloy of aluminum and bronze, which has a gold color. ... | |
| Hibernia 1805 "Wellington" Coin | 3/18/2010 |
| Q: I have a coin mentioned in the subject block...it is in excellent condition...marked on one side: ... A: There are several varieties of these Canadian colonial "Wellington" tokens. Most are only worth a ... | |
| 1939 Belgium 5 franc | 3/17/2010 |
| Q: What is the difference between KM 116.2 and KM 117.2 . I have a coin matching criteria of KM 117.1 ... A: The only difference between these two types is the arrangement of the lettering on the obverse side ... | |
| coin details/value | 3/17/2010 |
| Q: on reverse side has 2 large chineese characters down the centre and 2 large tree branches either ... A: This is a silver dollar (yuan) from the Republic of China. This type was made for several years in ... | |
| 1907 1 Mark German coin | 3/17/2010 |
| Q: I have about 11 rolls of silver quarters, from 1930s-mid 1960s. I found a 1907 1 Mark in excellent ... A: The 1907 German silver mark starts at around $10 in excellent condition and goes into the $50 to ... | |
| odd coin | 3/16/2010 |
| Q: I have a coin with the inscription "tyrean chapter No. 8 R.A.M. Crewe, VA" (along the outer ring of ... A: First of all please accept my apologies that you had to wait so long for an answer. The expert you ... | |
| German medallion identification | 3/16/2010 |
| Q: Here is the other side of the medallion. Here is the original question I have a medallion 2 inches ... A: This medal is from a fair, but not the Chicago World's Fair. The piece commemorates "outstanding ... | |
| German medallion identification | 3/16/2010 |
| Q: Yes--I have pictures. It was a late night mistake not to post them yesterday. See this and the next ... A: This medal is from a fair, but not the Chicago World's Fair. The piece commemorates "outstanding ... | |
| pfennig | 3/16/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1970G 50 pfennig coin . Can you tell me anything about this coin. Thank you Barbara A: This German coin was legal tender up until 2002, when they switched over to the Euro. The Duetsche ... | |
| Coins I have no idea about | 3/15/2010 |
| Q: I collected random coins a long time ago and am wondering if you know anything about the following ... A: The Mexican 50 centavos is from the Zacatecas mint. That particualar date and mint starts at around ... | |
| German medallion | 3/15/2010 |
| Q: I found a medal in the ground on an old air force base. It is bronze with a hole in the top and has ... A: This is a death medal of Friedrich Wilhelm III, ruler/monarch of the German State of Prussia. It is ... | |
| Hawaiian coin of 1883-KALAKAUA KING OF HAWAII | 3/15/2010 |
| Q: maybe half dollar, from Hawaii. The date is 1883 and it is reflected on the king of Hawaii. Now i ... A: This is one of those instances where pictures of the coin would really help. If you can e-mail them ... | |
| 1873 1 drachma | 3/14/2010 |
| Q: First I would like to thank you for volunteering your time to answer this query,all to often people ... A: It's really great that you are passing the hobby down a generation. Coin hobbyists like myself are ... | |
| Austrian-Netherlands 1780 Silver Shilling | 3/14/2010 |
| Q: Dmitry, I am unsure about the denomination being a shilling, but it appears to be a 80+% silver coin ... A: This is one of billions of re-strikes made of the famous Maria Theresa 1780 Austrian thaler. There ... | |
| Value of Bahamas, 1966 Year Set | 3/14/2010 |
| Q: Dmitry, I've had this set since I was a kid. It came in a thick plastic envelop 4" x 7" and a ... A: It's great that you have this set documented so well. The catalog value really does not apply here, ... | |
| President token | 3/14/2010 |
| Q: I recovered this Jefferson Davis token. At fist I thought it was a cracker jack or shell oil token ... A: I recognize this as part of a vintage set of Presidential medallions made from the late 1950's up to ... | |
| Unknown | 3/13/2010 |
| Q: ZWEI Gulden(stamped on the side , 1879 Cannot find anywhere in the catalogs A: This Austrian 2 gulden (equal to two florins) is a medallic issue. Although it was officially issued ... | |
| coin questions | 3/11/2010 |
| Q: I have a few coins that I don't know much about and would like to see if you could give basic info ... A: For the Spanish colonial coins like this, the date is not so much as important as the mint mark. ... | |
| 1780 Thaler | 3/11/2010 |
| Q: I have 2 Maria Theresa Silver Thalers. I got onto a web site that has about 100 variations to this ... A: There are so many slight variations to these coins that finding out the exact variety can be very ... | |
| identify coin | 3/10/2010 |
| Q: I have an old coin dated 1791. The embosing is worn so I can't identify which country it is from. ... A: This is a copper 1/2 or 1 sol from France, depicting king Louis XVI. The legend around the head is ... | |
| Canadian 50 cent piece | 3/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a Canadian 1902 fifty cent piece. The tails side is upside down. I have it stored in a book ... A: This is the normal alignment for the 1902 date. The Canadian 50 cent pieces were made with "coin ... | |
| 1939 confoederatio helvetica 10 | 3/7/2010 |
| Q: good to fine condition we just got a couble of dozens foreign coins from my father in law that he ... A: The best coin book for the job is the Kraus-Mishler "Standard Catalog of world Coins". These are ... | |
| 1965 Crown | 3/7/2010 |
| Q: I came across a 1965 Churchill Crown. It looks to be in proof condition and is in package, also have ... A: It can be very tricky to tell them apart, since there are normal issues that have a proof-like ... | |
| 1783 coin | 3/4/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1783 coin that is kinda silverish in color. the front says carolus lll dei gratia. the ... A: This is a silver Spanish colonial 2 reales from the Mexico City mint. These coins were used for ... | |
| old coin | 3/4/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1879 alfonso xll por la gracia de dios coin, i have guessed that it is from spain. the ... A: You guessed correctly. This is a Spanish bronze 10 centavo coins depicting the young Alfonse XII. ... | |
| coin history | 3/4/2010 |
| Q: I have an 1855 coin that says napoleon 111 empereur on the front and the reversehas an eagle with ... A: This is a bronze coin from France, depicting Napoleon III, who was the nephew of the original ... | |
| 1978 uruguay artigas | 3/4/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1978 uruguay artigas coin it is gold in color and the reverse says nuevo peso. I know that ... A: This Uruguay peso is indeed common, with a practical value of $2-$3 for a perfect coin. It is made ... | |
| 1805 foriegn coin | 3/4/2010 |
| Q: I have an 1805 foreign coin on the front it says republica peruana and the reverse says DOS ... A: This would be an 1895 (the 9 sometimes looks like a 0) 2 centavos from Peru. These were made from ... | |
| 1808 Spanich Ferdin VII coin | 3/3/2010 |
| Q: I love it but I wanted to know more about it, I can't seem to find it anywhere on the internet. The ... A: You have what many people call a "pillar dollar" or "piece of eight". It's a silver 8 reales Spanish ... | |
| British Virgin Island Treasure Coin | 3/3/2010 |
| Q: Regarding your answer to a 11/2009 question. The BVI treasure coins have a $20 face value but sell ... A: Technically yes, but the system they have there makes it extremely difficult to do anything with ... | |
| german coin | 3/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1773 coin, about the size of a US silver dollar. On the face reads Fridericus Borussorum ... A: Your early German coin comes from the state of Prussia, one of the larger and better known of many ... | |
| Mexican coins | 3/2/2010 |
| Q: Queston #1: I have a mexican coin with the writing unpeso 1960 Estados unidos mexicanos. It is the ... A: The first, a Mexican peso, has a low silver content of 10%. In used condition they typically sell ... | |
| 1644 3 schilling coin | 3/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1644 coin with the following markings: Side A: MON:NOV:GLUCKSTAD 1644 III SCHILLING ?G ... A: This is definitely a Norwegian silver 3 schilling coin. Aside from the historical information ... | |
| Unknown coin | 3/2/2010 |
| Q: This next coin i believe to be silver, on one face it has:- GVL?ELMVS.III.DEI.GRA. around the edge ... A: This would be a 1 shilling coin from Great Britain, made of silver and depicting king William III. A ... | |
| old coin? | 3/2/2010 |
| Q: i am writing to inquire about two coins. I found among others in a burried torn cloth,while walking ... A: These are two coins from Great Britain. It would be very interesting to know how they got so far ... | |
| 5 Cent Canada 1913 Coin | 3/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a 5 cent canada coin stamped with 1913 with a dot at the end of 1913. It has a crown and ... A: The value on this coin, as well as others like it, depends very much on condition. They start at ... | |
| coin from 1800's? | 3/1/2010 |
| Q: I have done extensive research on this item to no avail. My mother found it in the 50's gardening in ... A: This is a silver medal from the German State of Bavaria and depicting ruler Ludwig II (1864-1886). ... | |
| Ferdinand vii | 3/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a coin stamped on one side with "FERDIN VII DEI GRATIA 1825"this goes round the edge of the ... A: The characters you describe belong to a Spanish colonial 1/2 real or reales silver coin from ... | |
| Threepence token? Please help identify | 3/1/2010 |
| Q: I have this 'coin' I bought in a batch of old coins on Ebay. Looks like a "3" as found on British ... A: This would have been a small, local merchant's personal "coupon" that they would accept as money ... | |
| vatican coin? | 2/28/2010 |
| Q: I have what seems to be a Vatican coin. On one side there is the coat of arms of Pope 'PIUS IX PONT ... A: The details on this coin are well preserved, but it appears to have spent some time in the ground or ... | |
| canadian dime sized nickel | 2/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a Canadian 2001 nickel that is the size of a dime. It has the edging of a dime, and weighs ... A: I don't personally know of any reputable dealers in your area. Your best bet for selling this coin ... | |
| Coin collecting | 2/28/2010 |
| Q: l have a gold medallion or whatever from Bavaria. One side says PATRONA BAVARIAE, 1868 - 1968 and ... A: This is a medal commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Free state of Bavaria, a title regained ... | |
| Belgium 1/2 Franc 1844 | 2/27/2010 |
| Q: I have a Belgium 1/2 Franc silver coin dated 1844. the coin is in very good condition and I wonder ... A: You certainly have a valuable coin. Just how valuable really depends on what you mean by "very good" ... | |
| canadian dime sized nickel | 2/27/2010 |
| Q: I have a Canadian 2001 nickel that is the size of a dime. It has the edging of a dime, and weighs ... A: This is certainly a desirable mint error. Coins struck on the wrong planchet are usually removed by ... | |
| 1914A 3 Reichmark (Prussia -Wilhelm II) | 2/25/2010 |
| Q: This is a really nice coin. I'm classifying as XF, but I think it's closer to AU. There is one flaw ... A: This certainly appears to be an Au coin, considering the presence of luster. The toning and surface ... | |
| vatican coin? | 2/25/2010 |
| Q: I have what seems to be a Vatican coin. On one side there is the coat of arms of Pope 'PIUS IX PONT ... A: This is indeed a coin from the Vatican. At that time it was part of the Papal States, for which your ... | |
| 1898 half penny | 2/24/2010 |
| Q: i have a 1898 half penny on one side it has the words koninkrijk der nederlanden. it looks like a ... A: Based on the picture, this is a circulated but sharp and high grade example. As such it is worth ... | |
| Coin Value | 2/23/2010 |
| Q: What is the value of a 1938 Wilhelmina Koningin 2 1/2 G coin. A: There are two varieties for this Dutch coin, one that is common and one that is scarce. The normal ... | |
| 1898 half penny | 2/23/2010 |
| Q: i have a 1898 half penny on one side it has the words koninkrijk der nederlanden. it looks like a ... A: As you may have guessed this 1/2 cent coin is from the Netherlands. The 1898 date is actually a key ... | |
| Turkish coins | 2/23/2010 |
| Q: I have 3 spoon coins (small spoons made of coins) on one side of the coin are symbols and lines of ... A: I can say for sure these are not actual coins, but rather specifically made (by a non-Arabic ... | |
| Turkish coins | 2/23/2010 |
| Q: I have 3 spoon coins (small spoons made of coins) on one side of the coin are symbols and lines of ... A: I can say for sure these are not actual coins, but rather specifically made (by a non-Arabic ... | |
| Turkish coins | 2/23/2010 |
| Q: I have 3 spoon coins (small spoons made of coins) on one side of the coin are symbols and lines of ... A: I love a good puzzle. Ottoman coins of this period always had the Hejira date (Islamic year vs. our ... | |
| Ukraine Coins | 2/22/2010 |
| Q: I have a question regarding the prices of a few coins actually. I have come across a 1915 copper 3 ... A: Nice older Russian coins have been really hot in the past few years. so much that the most current ... | |
| 1960 2-1/2 G nederland coin | 2/22/2010 |
| Q: I'm wondering about the value of the referenced coin. The obverse has the bust of a woman and says ... A: As you may have guessed it's a Dutch coin, a 1 1/2 gulden (the largest coin denomination during that ... | |
| 1971 native american coin | 2/21/2010 |
| Q: I would like to know the value and rarity of a coin that I found. On one side, it says TALAVAI ... A: You have a privately made silver bullion round, made not as a coin but as a means to invest in ... | |
| Belgium coins | 2/21/2010 |
| Q: On one side it says LEOPOLD PREMIER ROI DES BELGES ON THE OTHER SIDE L'UNION FAIT LA FORCE 2 cent ... A: The first 2 centimes from Belgium, dated 1862, can have a good value if it is in excellent ... | |
| French coin | 2/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1868 Napoleon III french .50 cent coin. is it worth anything? A: The 1868 50 centimes coins were made in Paris and at Strasbourg. The value really depends on which ... | |
| victoria medallion | 2/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a second question on a coin I have,details as follows: Queen victoria on front - older ... A: The expert you initially asked this question passed on it, and I've picked it up. I have dealt with ... | |
| I was just given a 500 shilling boxed gold coin | 2/21/2010 |
| Q: What is the value of a gold 500 Shilling Republik Osterreich 1996, mint boxed commerative of Weiner ... A: The philharmonic commemorative would be a 1992. There were 43,000 made and the coin contains just ... | |
| 1739 VTRAQUE VNUM Coin | 2/21/2010 |
| Q: I have an old coin from 1739 I have attached a photo of the face. On the back of the coin it says ... A: Typically the most reliable way to tell if you have a genuine coin is to check it against the ... | |
| King Christian IV | 2/20/2010 |
| Q: I have a Denmark commemorative coin that seems to commemorate the rule of King Christian IV. I have ... A: This coin is not just to commemorate Denmark, it is official legal tender from the Danish ... | |
| 1867 coin | 2/20/2010 |
| Q: I have this 1867 white trillium flower coin with the shield in the center of to moose on the ... A: This is part of a set of 13 medallions made in 1967 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the ... | |
| Coin | 2/17/2010 |
| Q: I recently acquired a coin that I am interested in knowing the value. It is silver and in 100 ... A: This is a piece of British bank/token coinage and is quite rare. These are mostly made of silver, ... | |
| Canadian Coins | 2/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a collection of coins that I am trying to get a rough value on and was wondering if you could ... A: The 5 cent piece is worth a couple of dollars in mint condition, otherwise just face value. the ... | |
| Helvetia 1/2 franc | 2/17/2010 |
| Q: I was just wrapping some change from my change bank and found a 1904 Helvetia 1/2 franc, worn ... A: It's too bad the coin is worn. The 1904 is a low mintage year, with only 400k made. They are usually ... | |
| Identity of coin | 2/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a coin I cannot identify. On one side around the edge it has what appears to be a wreath of ... A: This sounds like a 1 pai or 2 paisa from the Baroda state of India and would date from the late ... | |
| 1844 Canadian half penney | 2/17/2010 |
| Q: I have an 1844 Bank of Montreal Half penney token, and am interested in knowing if it has any value. ... A: these Lower Canada tokens show up pretty often at auction. The 1844 half-penny is a fairly common ... | |
| 18th Century Bavarian Coins | 2/17/2010 |
| Q: I have two Bavarian Coins one dated 1778 and the other 1796. one side says PATRONA BAVARIAE, with ... A: These are silver 20 kreuzer coins, depicting ruler Karl Theodor. The value for either date starts at ... | |
| 1996 Republic of Liberia & Panama Silver coins | 2/17/2010 |
| Q: I have 5 plastic encased 1996 Republic of Liberia Silver $50 Dollar Coins and 1 1974 "Republic De ... A: The value on the Liberian coins is pretty much spot value. These coins would have right around an ... | |
| 1899 republic of mexicana jq coin | 2/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a silver Mexican peso from 1899 that heard was used as a badge of some sort it has to ... A: That would be a most unusual use of a Mexican Peso and I imagine the would be "sheriff" being ... | |
| Louis XV coin/token | 2/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a young Louis XV coin minted 1719. Crest is on the back with crown on top. The writing on ... A: You have an early French 1 sol from the Reims mint. The legend actually runs "Navarrae Rex 1719 ... | |
| i have a 1875 coin | 2/17/2010 |
| Q: thank you for your time A: The value on coins like this really depends on condition, since there were tens of millions made. ... | |
| two headed penny | 2/16/2010 |
| Q: what is the value of a 1980 penny with the head of both sides? A: Diane, This is a "magic' coin, made from machining two halves of different pennies. There is no ... | |
| Peruvian Cien Pesos Gold Coin 1965 | 2/16/2010 |
| Q: I am trying to find the value of this speciality mounted coin which has the Peruvian coat of arms ... A: You have a Peruvian 100 soles, made of .900 purity (22 karat) gold. The weight for a genuine coin is ... | |
| Coin | 2/16/2010 |
| Q: I recently acquired a coin that I am interested in knowing the value. It is silver and in 100 ... A: This is a commemorative 1 gulden coin from the German State of Wurttemberg, issued for the 25th ... | |
| VALUE OF SILVER DOLLAR | 2/16/2010 |
| Q: I HAVE A SILVER DOLLAR COIN IN GOOD CONDITION THAT HAS NO DATE STAMPED ON IT. IS THIS UNUSUAL OR A ... A: You have a privately made silver bullion round, intended as a way to invest in silver. There are a ... | |
| GERMAN 1923 COIN | 2/16/2010 |
| Q: I HAVE A 1923 GERMAN COIN. LOOKING IF YOU KNOW WHAT A COIN LIKE THIS WOULD BE WORTH. ON THE FRONT IS ... A: This is a medal, called a "Gedenck-Medaille" in German, from the Weimar Republic period after World ... | |
| token from 1937 | 2/16/2010 |
| Q: I have this brass looking coin/token thing and it has King George VI on the one side with "GEORGE ... A: This is a British medallion commemorating the coronation of King George VI and Elizabeth. These were ... | |
| value of old coin | 2/15/2010 |
| Q: I have a coin that was my grandmothers. On one side it has 50 ORE on the other side it has a crown ... A: This 50 ore coin is from Sweden and is indeed made of silver, .600 purity. This whole series was ... | |
| Wilhelmina Koningin Der Nederlanden | 2/14/2010 |
| Q: I found a silver dime size coin that has a left facing woman with her hair up and the words ... A: This Dutch coin is made of silver, so at the very least you can sell it for scrap value to a local ... | |
| Unknown Military Medal | 2/14/2010 |
| Q: I have had a small cigar box that contained odds and ends from my grandfather and his brothers, ... A: This actually is not a military medal. You have a vintage Knights Templar membership medal, a ... | |
| Unidentified coin or jeton | 2/13/2010 |
| Q: I have a small copper-like coin/jeton 12mm diameter. It bears no date and no value. On the face is ... A: This is actually a piece of "spielmunze" or German play money. The Lauer company made these starting ... | |
| 1949 5-P coin and 1919 50c CAD | 2/12/2010 |
| Q: On the 5 New Pence, there is a lump on the bridge of the nose, and a 'double-chin'. Do you think ... A: No need to apologize. =) On the 5 pence coin it sounds like a combination of two fairly common types ... | |
| 1827 Charles X - Coin Error? | 2/12/2010 |
| Q: I am hoping to get some information on this coin and possibly sell it. As I said above, it's a 1827 ... A: I just recently saw this coin listed on eBay, and was tempted to send the seller a message. This is ... | |
| Marie Theresa Thaler without a dot between date and X | 2/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a thaler attached to a old Yemeni headdress which I can only see the reverse side. It doesn't ... A: Roslyn, My knowledge of Middle Eastern antiques is limited, but I have a feeling your head dress may ... | |
| Marie Theresa Thaler without a dot between date and X | 2/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a thaler attached to a old Yemeni headdress which I can only see the reverse side. It doesn't ... A: Roslyn, With this new information I can definitely look at the coin as something special, rather ... | |
| 1949D 50 Pfennig | 2/11/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1949D Bank Deutscher Lander 50 Pfennig (XF). When turned over, the date is not at the ... A: This is actually normal for these coins. Depending on the country and time period a coin is from, it ... | |
| Republica Portuguesa coins | 2/11/2010 |
| Q: I am attaching some pictures of coins for basic evaluation. I am having trouble finding info on the ... A: The 1928 and 1929 1 escudo coins are both fairly common in circulated conditions. Decent ones, like ... | |
| greek coins | 2/11/2010 |
| Q: Dimitry, I have the same coin as James, 2 of them actually. The commemorative 30 Drachmai depicting ... A: No problem! =) I specialize in all non-US coins from the 1700's to present. You best bet for selling ... | |
| 1721? coin found | 2/10/2010 |
| Q: Its about the size of a us quarter. However is appears to be copper or bronze. a king on the front ... A: This is a modern "fantasy" token. It is referred to as a "fantasy" because there are no such genuine ... | |
| Marie Theresa Thaler without a dot between date and X | 2/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a thaler attached to a old Yemeni headdress which I can only see the reverse side. It doesn't ... A: In 1780, a U on a coin was always written as a V on European coins. What you have is a novelty ... | |
| 1949 French Republic 5 Francs Coin | 2/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1949 French Republic 5 Francs coin that has a mint error on the 'Q' in Republique. Apart ... A: This is an interesting example. I have not seen one, but I would be surprised to find two that are ... | |
| coin value | 2/10/2010 |
| Q: G.H.V.L under the head i.p.scrouberg.f. on the obverse is a shield with an up right lion with a ... A: depending on what condition the coin is in, the value will be anywhere from $15 for a well used coin ... | |
| 1930 republique francaise coin | 2/9/2010 |
| Q: My son found this coin it has a lady sitting with liberty spikes coming out of her head she is ... A: You have a silver 20 centimes from the French Indo-China colony. This was the area of modern day ... | |
| 1944 d 10 cent netherlands | 2/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1944 d 10 cent Netherland. The World coin book I bought says it is worth a fortune. Is that ... A: It is certainly true that an authentic 1944-D Dutch 10 cents is worth a lot of money. Very few of ... | |
| Believe it is a Greek coin | 2/7/2010 |
| Q: The date on the coin is 1863 & 1963. It has 5 profiles of what looks like Greek leaders on smaller ... A: This is indeed a Greek coin, a commemorative 30 drachmai depicting the portraits of the 5 Greek ... | |
| old coin worth | 2/7/2010 |
| Q: its a 1857 40 centesimos, Republica Oriental Del Uruguay , it looks like the edge was hammered.it ... A: Tyically this Uruguayan coin ranges from $5 in decent shape to over $100 in miont condition. The ... | |
| coin value | 2/6/2010 |
| Q: I have a foreign coin year 1918- one side the year and the words one penny ,other side-the words ... A: The value for this British penny depends on a couple of things. If you look to the left of the date, ... | |
| Freidrich Grosherzog coin | 2/6/2010 |
| Q: I have a Friedrich Grosherzog von Baden 1861 1/2 Gulden coin in excellent condition. I can't seem ... A: Based on the front side of the coin, there is roughly 20% wear on the higher points. This would make ... | |
| 1874 switzerland 5 franc | 2/5/2010 |
| Q: PLEASE SEND ME YOUR E-MAIL SO I CAN SEND YOU A PICTURE OF MY COIN THAT THEY SAY IS COUNTERFEIT, ALSO ... A: You can e-mail me the pictures at BetweenEarthnSky@yahoo.com 24.9 grams sounds just right for this ... | |
| Freidrich Grosherzog coin | 2/5/2010 |
| Q: I have a Friedrich Grosherzog von Baden 1861 1/2 Gulden coin in excellent condition. I can't seem ... A: Your Baden 1/2 gulden is a pretty scarce coin, with only 264,000 minted that year. They start at $20 ... | |
| Identification | 2/5/2010 |
| Q: "I have a French Louis XVI 1792 coin that in Obverse and reverse pattern appears to be similar to a ... A: You have a Denier coin, from the Paris mint (A). This sounds like either a 6 or 12 deniers, both of ... | |
| 10 Gulden - 1876 | 2/5/2010 |
| Q: What is the value of a KONGING WILLEM DE DERDE 10 Gulden - 1876 coin? A: Circulated examples are worth gold bullion value, which is around $225 to $250 by the current ... | |
| What is this medallion? | 2/4/2010 |
| Q: I have a medallion that has Wilhelm Koenig Von Preussen on the front and on the back, an eagle with ... A: This is a Prussian military medal known as a Duppel Storm Cross. Less than 35,000 of these were made ... | |
| rare coin | 2/4/2010 |
| Q: i have a coin that has 1821 ferdin V11 dei gratia on one side and on the other side it reads hispan ... A: This is an 8 reales or "pillar dollar" from Mexico, the Zacatecas province, during the War of ... | |
| Dutch 3 Guilder | 2/4/2010 |
| Q: I'm hoping you may be able to help me. During WWII my father received a coin from a dutch family to ... A: This is a very nice example indeed of a Utrecht 3 guilder. I would expect it to sell at auction for ... | |
| ottoman empire coin | 2/4/2010 |
| Q: The coin is 1277 year 10 (i think) and i can fit three dimes on the face, it is two pennies thick, ... A: That sounds like a 20 kurush, which is about the same size as a US silver dollar. This coin should ... | |
| Dutch 3 Guilder | 2/4/2010 |
| Q: I'm hoping you may be able to help me. During WWII my father received a coin from a dutch family to ... A: The coin you describe can be from one of three Dutch provinces. If you look on the reverse side, ... | |
| 1874b switzerland 5 franc | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: CAN YOU HELP ME ON HOW TO TELL IF MY COIN IS COUNTERFEIT, I SENT IT IN TO A GUY THAT WANTED TO BUY ... A: The quickest way to get an idea of whether your coin is genuine is to weigh it on a digital scale ... | |
| 1949 Deutscher Lander 50(d) Pfennig | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: Good morning. I am inquiring about the value of a 1949 Deutscher Lander 50(d) Pfennig. Will you ... A: The listed value for this coin ranges from under $1 for a well used coin and up to $45 for one in ... | |
| foriegn coins | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a box of coins from pre-world war 2. My uncles collected them while serving in the Navy ... A: Some of the larger public libraries will carry a copy of the "Standard Catalog of world Coins ... | |
| viet nam coins | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: An album from my mother with coins states that they are Viet Nam. In several coin pockets she had ... A: I can certainly help you identify the value of the coins in your album. The first one you mentioned ... | |
| egypt coin 1984 | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a coin 1984 10 piastres, on the back it has a picture of mohammad ali mosque in cairo, is it ... A: Unfortunately coins like this one are just too new and common to have collector value. In the future ... | |
| Weird Coin | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a coin with a large 1 and the date 1895 on one side, and a figure of a bird? with a sword in ... A: There are several coins and tokens that fit this description. Perhaps you can tell me a little more ... | |
| value of my coins | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: i have a 1905 and a 1910 king edward v11 half penny i was curious to know how much this could be ... A: These coins were made in fairly large numbers, so value really depends on the condition. Well used ... | |
| French Dex centimes coins | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: I have two coins: 1853 type 'a' in 'good' condition. 1854 type 'w' in 'fair' condition. Are they ... A: The 1853-A (Paris mint) coin is a better date, while the 1854-W (Lille mint) is a common one. Value ... | |
| BELGIUM 1844 1/4 FRANC | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: I found Leopold 1844 silver 1/4 franc , and i want to know more about this coin . I searched the ... A: It is not surprising at all, since many nations have resorted to melting a previous years coin ... | |
| Foreign Coin | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: Quite a few years back my father passed away and I inherited a few foreign coins. I have found out ... A: It would not be possible to give you the exact information without seeing a picture of the coin. ... | |
| 1863 coin | 2/1/2010 |
| Q: I found a coin looks like a penny. year 1863 union above 2 flags has 13 stars on front only big star ... A: Your piece appears to be in very nice condition. This is one of over 7,000 types of tokens made ... | |
| 1863 coin | 2/1/2010 |
| Q: I found a coin looks like a penny. year 1863 union above 2 flags has 13 stars on front only big star ... A: Your piece appears to be in very nice condition. This is one of over 7,000 types of tokens made ... | |
| 1812 Half Dollar | 2/1/2010 |
| Q: I can't really figure out how to tell if coin has big or small 8. Can you tell from picture? Thank ... A: This appears to be the small date. The quickest way to tell the small and large 8's appart is to ... | |
| Arab coin | 1/31/2010 |
| Q: Mr. Livshits, Attached is the photo of a coin that belonged to my grandparents. It is loosely ... A: This is one of the more interesting items I've seen in a while. You have a 2 kharub coin from ... | |
| 1863 coin | 1/31/2010 |
| Q: I found a coin looks like a penny. year 1863 union above 2 flags has 13 stars on front only big star ... A: You have a Civil War token (CWT for short), which was like a novelty version of a penny at the time. ... | |
| Sweed tio ore 10 coin: | 1/31/2010 |
| Q: Dmitry, I have a Swedish 1894 tio ore 10 coin and was wondering if it has any value. Got this ... A: These older Swedish coins were made in fairly low numbers, yet they show up on the market ... | |
| Confoederatio Helvetica 1919 '10' coin | 1/30/2010 |
| Q: I came across this coin that was my father-in-laws...it has a woman's head on the front, dated 1919 ... A: You have a 10 rappen coin from Switzerland. In 1919 they were made from a copper-nickel alloy and a ... | |
| BELGIUM 1844 1/4 FRANC | 1/30/2010 |
| Q: I found Leopold 1844 silver 1/4 franc , and i want to know more about this coin . I searched the ... A: Your Belgian coin is indeed from a scarce series, though this is the most common date. The mintage ... | |
| Iranian 50 dinar coin | 1/29/2010 |
| Q: I have an Iranian 50 dinar coin that appears to match KM 1156 in design but is magnetic. KM 1156a is ... A: The year MS2536 (1977) makes perfect sense, being the second year of this series. The MS dating is ... | |
| Iranian 50 dinar coin | 1/29/2010 |
| Q: I have an Iranian 50 dinar coin that appears to match KM 1156 in design but is magnetic. KM 1156a is ... A: You have come across one of the many typographical and photographic errors in the Krause-Mishler ... | |
| 68 Liberia Silver Dollar | 1/29/2010 |
| Q: Friend in Liberia wants to buy pre- 1968 Liberian silver dollars. Says they may be pure silver or ... A: More info added at the bottom. Liberian silver coins from the 1960's have the same silver content as ... | |
| coin id | 1/29/2010 |
| Q: I have a Victorian one penny coin dated 1890, it has Britannia on reverse as usual but does not have ... A: This sounds like a piece of folk art. These are known here in the US as "Hobo nickels" and I have ... | |
| coin worth | 1/29/2010 |
| Q: what would then approx. worth of a republica oriental del uruguay 1869 centesimos 4 be worth thank ... A: The value is very much dependent on the condition. A well used or beat up coin starts at around $5, ... | |
| Bahamas Quarter | 1/28/2010 |
| Q: In August 2008 someone asked about a 1997 Bahamas twenty-five cent piece. Your reply was that you ... A: Daniel, Thanks for bringing this up, it turns out that the book I had referenced had a mistake and ... | |
| Prussian Coin 1896 | 1/28/2010 |
| Q: I was wondering the value of this coin.(see attached) It was left to my mother by her father and she ... A: That's interesting because I am in Brooklyn, NY myself, though I do not buy these types of coins. ... | |
| Kiang Nan Province Dragon Coin? | 1/28/2010 |
| Q: Livshits, While cleaning out my grandparents' house, I came across this coin. my grandfather said ... A: The lack of an exact reverse design on other coins you've seen does not necessarily mean it's fake. ... | |
| What is this coin and what is it's worth? | 1/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a coin with a man's head and the words "georgivs v. dei gra brittomn flo def ind imp" on one ... A: You have a coin from Great Britain, depicting the king George the fifth. This can be either a ... | |
| Gold Victorian Brittish coin | 1/27/2010 |
| Q: I have inheritated a neckless in which there is a coin that reads: VICTORIA D : G : BRITANNIAR : ... A: You have a 22 karat gold sovereign from Australia. Your coin was minted in Melbourne, although these ... | |
| hungarian coin? | 1/27/2010 |
| Q: I got a coin not to long ago and the lady said it was hungarian but i dont know anything about it. ... A: This is indeed a Hungarian coin, a 15 krajczar depicting Maria Theresia. Value depends on condition, ... | |
| Prussian Coin 1896 | 1/26/2010 |
| Q: I was wondering the value of this coin.(see attached) It was left to my mother by her father and she ... A: This is actually a fairly common date, with over 4 million coins made that year. In the condition ... | |
| penny | 1/26/2010 |
| Q: my husband has a penny on one side it has lincoln and facing him has a head of Kennedy year 1964 the ... A: This is a novelty piece. Such pennies are often stamped with various pieces, such as states, ... | |
| old coin value | 1/26/2010 |
| Q: I was wondering if you can tell me the value if any of a couple of coins I have aquired from my ... A: The first one would be a copper 10 cash coin from Kiang-Nan province. Value ranges from just a ... | |
| 1894 Newfoundland 20 cents error coin | 1/26/2010 |
| Q: My parents are from Newfoundland and I have some interesting coins from this historic era. I have ... A: Extra info added at the bottom. I am not sure exactly what you mean by inverted or upside down ... | |
| half penny 1913 | 1/26/2010 |
| Q: I have this half penny 1913 and he is emboss with the face of Liberty Statute. Have ever heard about ... A: I have seen several examples of US silver coins that have had this done to them, but never an ... | |
| old brazil coin | 1/25/2010 |
| Q: I got this old coin that says Brazil on it among other things. its so old i can only make out three ... A: This Brazilian 200 reis can certainly be an 1867, a year for which there are two varieties (both ... | |
| Lucky Lindy | 1/25/2010 |
| Q: I have a silver coin/token that has a upper half naked woman. Left side says "heads", right side has ... A: You have a risque novelty token, which were popular from the 1920's up to the 1970's. Many varieties ... | |
| Coin Value | 1/25/2010 |
| Q: I have two coins- first a Gen. Washington As Master, dated 1708-09 and on the back The George ... A: The first item is a commemorative medal, originally made of gilded copper. They are occasionally ... | |
| saudi coins | 1/24/2010 |
| Q: I have 1 coin in Mint Condition which was a gift to a relative (pilot) who flew King Faisal in the ... A: It is very difficult to tell from the picture of the back of the cuff links, but these appear ... | |
| 1866 coin | 1/24/2010 |
| Q: I have an 1866 Napoleon III Empereur one franc coin with Napoeon on the front, a coat of arms on ... A: As you guessed, the letter underneath the head denotes the mint where French coins like this were ... | |
| 1805 Hibernia coin variant | 1/24/2010 |
| Q: I found an old coin in my yard awhile ago, and was hoping an expert could help identify it. It has ... A: This is indeed a commemorative token of the Duke of Wellington. Pieces such as this were made for ... | |
| Louis XVI 1792 | 1/23/2010 |
| Q: Can you help - I've just come a cross a tin of coins I've had since I was a small boy and haven't ... A: Your French coin is indeed made of bronze. It is a 2 sols, which at the time would have been roughly ... | |
| Identify an arabic coin | 1/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a coin that looks arabic. On one side is writing, while the other side has a picture of ... A: You have a 1 pysa coin from Zanzibar. The date on the coin is actually 1299, which is a Hijri or ... | |
| Unknown coin | 1/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a silver colored coin that I found but I don't know what it is. It is very light and one side ... A: This sounds like a 25 centimes from Luxembourg. The coins like this from 1954 to 1972 were made of ... | |
| 1976 10 Drachma coin | 1/20/2010 |
| Q: A: This coin from Greece is fairly common, with a value reigning from less than a dollar for a used ... | |
| deutschmes reich 1904 punf mark | 1/20/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1904 five punf mark from germany. I read where it can be worth 10.00 to 75.00 dependind on ... A: The color is somewhat important. The fact that it's dark at least tells me the coin is toned, which ... | |
| DEUTSCHES REICH 1O PFENNIG | 1/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a 10 PFENNIG from 1917 in what I believe is steel because I have a few from 1950 to 1970 and ... A: The 10 pfennig coins of World War I era Germany were made of iron and zinc, your is likely the iron ... | |
| Can you help me figure out what this is? | 1/18/2010 |
| Q: I received this in a box when my grand father died, it was with medals from World war I et II. I ... A: You indeed have a coin, an early copper 2 ore from Sweden. They are fairly common in this condition, ... | |
| 1909 English Shilling | 1/18/2010 |
| Q: Does a 1909 Shilling in good condition have any significant value? Thanks A: The 1909 shilling is one of the better dates. Prices start at $5-$10 for a well used coin, but a ... | |
| EAAHNIKH AHMOKPATI coin | 1/17/2010 |
| Q: my dad gave me this silver coin from 1930 but i don't really know what it is. On the front it says ... A: You have a 5 drachmai from Greece. It's made of nickel, and they do have pretty good value if they ... | |
| 1863 Penny | 1/17/2010 |
| Q: I found this coin on my property while excavating, a penny dated 1863. The writing is worn rather ... A: This is an English penny depicting the young Queen Victoria, as you may have guessed. In the ... | |
| saudi coins | 1/17/2010 |
| Q: I have 1 coin in Mint Condition which was a gift to a relative (pilot) who flew King Faisal in the ... A: Value would really depend on exactly what kind of gold coins you have. Most Saudi gold is the 1950 ... | |
| Old German commemorative coin | 1/17/2010 |
| Q: I think my dad gave me this coin a long time ago and it's been in a bag with foreign change we ... A: This is indeed a commemorative medallion from 1897. Unfortunately it is a fairly common one and the ... | |
| War Token? | 1/16/2010 |
| Q: I have recently acquired what appears to be an war token or coin from one of the World Wars. I ... A: This is a world War II Italian medallion commemorating those who fought and died to preserve the ... | |
| 1968 canadian coin with 6 water lines | 1/15/2010 |
| Q: Dmitry, Where would be a reputable place to get this coin appraised? I believe it is in almost ... A: The best service to have this coin graded and certified as genuine is the Canadian grading company ... | |
| value of coin | 1/15/2010 |
| Q: I have a One shilling GeorgeVS from 1944. I was wondering what the value of it was. Its the one ... A: There are two varieties for your coin, with an English or Scottish crest (on the side with the ... | |
| identifying coin | 1/15/2010 |
| Q: I found an old coin and I want to know where its from and if its worth anything. On the front it ... A: You have a 20 rappen coin from Switzerland. It is basically their equivalent of a quarter dollar. ... | |
| Peruvian gold 20 soles 1965 | 1/15/2010 |
| Q: I have a Peruvian 1965 gold 20 soles coin with Liberty(?) on one side and grs.842528 de oro fino. ... A: The value on these gold bullion coins depends on if they have been in circulation or not. For a coin ... | |
| 1968 canadian dollar coin | 1/14/2010 |
| Q: Sir, I have a 1968 Canadian dollar coin with a canoe. I was wondering about the water lines. The ... A: Sounds like you have one of Canadian numismatics' most popular mint errors. There is indeed a double ... | |
| 1803 8 reales coin carolus 1111 pillars | 1/14/2010 |
| Q: what can you tell me about this coin i have and the value if sold thanks rb 1803 spanish 8 ... A: This is a Spanish colonial "pillar dollar" from the Mexico City mint. These were used as currency ... | |
| russian gold coin from 1766 | 1/14/2010 |
| Q: My sisters and I have a gold coin and are wondering what it might be worth. Can you give a ballpark ... A: Your coin would depict Catherine the II, more commonly known as Catherine the Great. Based on the ... | |
| Von Bayern Medal | 1/14/2010 |
| Q: I have a Luitpold Prinz-Regent Von Bayern medal. At least I think it is a medal. The back states: ... A: The fact that your father-in-law came from Bavaria makes perfect sense, since what you have is ... | |
| Identification | 1/13/2010 |
| Q: I have a coin 18 mm diameter,copper, with 1265 in large print across center of one side and a six ... A: This is a 1 falus from Morocco. The 1265 refers to the Islamic year, which translates to 1848 by our ... | |
| Coin | 1/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1925 REPUBLIQUE FRANCAISE, almost looks like the statue of Liberty seated in the chair with ... A: This 10 cent coin is from the French Indo-China colony, which is the modern day area of Loas, ... | |
| norway coin 8 skilling species 1817 | 1/11/2010 |
| Q: I have a coin from Norway see attached image. It is silver in color though it does not look that ... A: This is a very nice example of the type. I am comfortable increasing my previous auction estimate ... | |
| spanish coin | 1/11/2010 |
| Q: found a spanish coin i think. wanted to know what it was worth and why did i dig it up in idaho. the ... A: You have an early Spanish colonial coin from Mexico and minted in Mexico City. They were made in ... | |
| A strange coin! | 1/11/2010 |
| Q: I've a coin got it from my dad who got it from his dad.... etc. it's a mystery in our family! this ... A: This is one of a series of medallions done in 1882, to commemorate the bi-centennial of the founding ... | |
| Gold coins | 1/11/2010 |
| Q: my friend has 2 gold coins he would like valuing, one is a 1975 Bermuda one hundred dollar and the ... A: The value for both of these coins is mostly in the gold bullion value, plus an additional 10% or so ... | |
| norway coin 8 skilling species 1817 | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a coin from Norway see attached image. It is silver in color though it does not look that ... A: Your coin certainly has collector value, being a scarce and popular type. This 8 skilling (or 1/2 ... | |
| 1922 Belgium 25 centime | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a Belgium coin I found out is from 1922. It is a 25 centime in fair condition. I was ... A: Your coin lists for $6 in mint condition, but they are quite common and difficult to sell for that ... | |
| Republica Mexicana 8R 1869 Silver Coin | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: How much is this Republica Mexicana 8R Z 1869 Y.H 10D 20G silver coin worth? ANSWER: Hi Sakinah, ... A: Considering that these are normally pretty crude and usually weakly struck, your coin appears to be ... | |
| Vietnam Coin Value | 1/9/2010 |
| Q: How much is a Viet-Nam 1964 10 Dong Cong-Hoa coin worth? Very good condition. A: These coins have just recently have begun to come up in value, as more and more Southeast Asian ... | |
| large foreign silver coin | 1/9/2010 |
| Q: i have a pretty big silver coin that is dated 1910 i believe its from france, it barely any wear at ... A: This coin is indeed of French origin, being from the Indo-China colony. This is the modern day area ... | |
| Republica Mexicana 8R 1869 Silver Coin | 1/9/2010 |
| Q: How much is this Republica Mexicana 8R Z 1869 Y.H 10D 20G silver coin worth? A: These Mexican coins are very collectible, but also pretty common. The coin you describe, an 1869 8 ... | |
| old south african coins | 1/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1961 1 cent and 1/2 cent coin from south africa. i was wondering if these coins had any ... A: The book values on these are very low, around $1.50 each in mint condition. However, if auctioned on ... | |
| Please help me to identify this coins | 1/8/2010 |
| Q: Dmitry Livshits I have a few coins, it belongs to my mother and she got from her great grand ... A: These certainly appear to be genuine coins. From the picture I cannot tell if the bracelet of Queen ... | |
| Old British coin | 1/6/2010 |
| Q: I own an old 1789 British coin that shows King George III, I'd like to know a little about it and ... A: This is indeed a British coin, a half-penny that would actually be dated 1799 (the only year this ... | |
| Confederation Coin Canada | 1/5/2010 |
| Q: This coin looks bronze It has a coat of Arms on one side with a Crown of a King and says Canada and ... A: This is a fairly common medallion and is one of a series that were produced for various events, such ... | |
| coin | 1/4/2010 |
| Q: on one side it has the irish harp but without any denomenation. and the other an inscription inside ... A: This medallion is a souvenir of the 1932 Eucharistic Congress, held in Dublin. Such items were made ... | |
| Misprint 2$ Canadian coin | 1/3/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2$ Canadian coin, that was printed on a 50 cent piece. I've heard this is a very uncommon ... A: This is certainly a scarce type of error, one that is widely desired by error collectors. It would ... | |
| U.S. coin | 1/3/2010 |
| Q: I want to ask a question about a coin that i have recently bought. It is an US coin, on one side it ... A: Marius, It's not possible to know exactly what year this piece was made, since most companies did ... | |
| U.S. coin | 1/3/2010 |
| Q: I want to ask a question about a coin that i have recently bought. It is an US coin, on one side it ... A: I am quite familiar with these types of items. Rather than a coin, you have a privately made silver ... | |
| coin value | 1/3/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1794 CAROLUS IIII DEI GRATIA, HISPAN ET IND REX ME 2RIJ with a coat of arms and crown. I ... A: You have a Spanish colonial 2 reales coin from Peru and minted in Lima. These are very popular coins ... | |
| Silver coin | 1/2/2010 |
| Q: I have this silver coin about the size of a nickel that has a rose on the front of it. On the back ... A: First off let me apologize that you had to wait so long for an answer. The expert you originally ... | |
| 1864 Peruvian Sol | 1/2/2010 |
| Q: I was recently given a 1864 Peruvian Sol in good condition. It's made of almost pure silver. Can ... A: These are very nice looking coins, but are fairly common. As such, the values for even a high grade ... | |
| napoleon 1 coin | 1/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a small 6-7/8 of an inch napolean coin of a silver color. We found it in nowhere and we would ... A: This looks very similar to a whole series of French medallions that were done in the mid to late ... | |
| napoleon 1 coin | 1/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a small 6-7/8 of an inch napolean coin of a silver color. We found it in nowhere and we would ... A: Joseph, This sounds like a very interesting looking piece. I am sure it is made of .900 purity ... | |
| 1877 indian head penny | 1/1/2010 |
| Q: hello i have inherited a 1877 indian head penny from my grandpa who is a vietnam war vetern i am not ... A: You have a rare and highly desired coin on your hands. The spots you describe sound like tarnish, ... | |
| napoleon 1 coin | 12/31/2009 |
| Q: I have a small 6-7/8 of an inch napolean coin of a silver color. We found it in nowhere and we would ... A: You have a token/medallion/jetton. These were often made by private merchants and used as currency ... | |
| Leopold II Coin | 12/31/2009 |
| Q: I was given a box containing coins from roughly a dozen countries. Through the Blackbook on World ... A: This sounds like it may possibly be from the Beligian Congo colony, which would make it a fairly ... | |
| COIN | 12/31/2009 |
| Q: IHAVE A 1792 COIN WITH CAROL 1111.D.C. HISP.E.T IND-R ON THE FRONT AND USPICE.DEO IN.UTRO.FELIX ... A: The coin you described is a Spanish colonial gold 8 escudos. These were minted in Madrid, Spain, ... | |
| asian? coins | 12/30/2009 |
| Q: I have two coins with asian markings on them. One has a small hole in the middle with the number 50 ... A: These are legal tender currency from Japan. The first coin is a 50 yen and the second is a 1 yen. ... | |
| 50 pfennig | 12/29/2009 |
| Q: I am wondering how much the 50 pfennig coin from 1950 described below is worth if it has the "G" ... A: There are two varieties for the 50 pfennig from 1950, with a G mint mark. The rare variety would ... | |
| 1813 Gold George III Military Guinea | 12/29/2009 |
| Q: Attached photos show a coin I just inherited. It was made into a charm by attaching a ring. Can you ... A: The design is certainly that of a British half guinea of the 1804 to 1813 type. A full guinea would ... | |
| British queen victoria crowning medal 1858 | 12/29/2009 |
| Q: my name is Andrew and I was given a old medal from my great grandmother. On one side it has a ... A: This sounds to me like one of a series of medals done by a well known English engraver, J. Davis. He ... | |
| mark 5 | 12/29/2009 |
| Q: grandfather hand down that i acquired and am interested its origin and etc.wilhelm II deutscher ... A: This is a 5 marks coins from the German State of Prussia. Value depends largely on condition, but a ... | |
| Unknown coin | 12/28/2009 |
| Q: My grandmother has a collection of coins that she's asked me to look through and I found one that I ... A: This is indeed something you would see in a pirate movie, being a Spanish colonial cob coin. This ... | |
| Inherited coins list # 2 | 12/28/2009 |
| Q: Dmitry, Here is a 2nd list of coins that I inherited from my Grandfather. Thanks again for the ... A: I realize you had recently posted a question. I was away on vacation during that time, but did not ... | |
| Inherited old coins | 12/28/2009 |
| Q: I inherited numerous coins from my Grandfather and I'm having a very difficult time finding ... A: Tom, Most of these coins should fir into US silver dollar holders. For the larger ones you can go to ... | |
| RE: 1896 Republic of Liberia penny | 12/26/2009 |
| Q: I am helping my grandmother go through some old coins and find out there value. We have an 1896 ... A: I am quite familiar with the coin you have. They are fairly uncommon, and value really depends on ... | |
| archives | 12/26/2009 |
| Q: There are so many things to archive. Should one archive all of it or just the best one? ANSWER: ... A: As I mentioned before, CD's have a maximum life span of about 100 years. The same is true for ... | |
| Archives | 12/26/2009 |
| Q: 1. What is the best archiving products? 2. How do I archive money, CDs, comic books, holy texts, ... A: Don't worry about glass, it is too expensive and not really needed unless you have something worth ... | |
| archives | 12/26/2009 |
| Q: There are so many things to archive. Should one archive all of it or just the best one? ANSWER: ... A: Mylar plastic, which is also called archival grade polyester. This material can be bought in sheets ... | |
| Inherited old coins | 12/26/2009 |
| Q: I inherited numerous coins from my Grandfather and I'm having a very difficult time finding ... A: As promised, here is the identification for your coins. I have also included a value range, since I ... | |
| Achirving | 12/25/2009 |
| Q: What is the best methods for archiving everything? Here is what I have in mind: 1. Excellent Glass ... A: 1. The inert plastic cases for coins, bills and comic books are available on-line. For coins, you ... | |
| Preservation | 12/25/2009 |
| Q: 1. What do people preserved any way? A: Most people I have talked to want to preserve only one thing... memories. This is something very ... | |
| Coin collectings | 12/25/2009 |
| Q: 1. May I ask, what is all the things that last forever. In religions, all of them, they say only ... A: I must admit Henry, your questions are the most interesting that I have ever had as a volunteer on ... | |
| Coin collectings | 12/25/2009 |
| Q: 1. May I ask, what is all the things that last forever. In religions, all of them, they say only ... A: Well Henry, I can tell you that CD's, DVD's and video games cannot be eternally preserved. These ... | |
| Coin collectings | 12/25/2009 |
| Q: 1. May I ask, what is all the things that last forever. In religions, all of them, they say only ... A: Henry, May I ask exactly what you are looking to preserve? It would be much easier for me to give ... | |
| Last Forever | 12/25/2009 |
| Q: How do I keep somethings to last forever? Is there something that apply to all? ANSWER: Hi Henry, ... A: In general, there are only a couple of rules that would apply universally. You always want to keep ... | |
| Last Forever | 12/24/2009 |
| Q: How do I keep somethings to last forever? Is there something that apply to all? ANSWER: Hi Henry, ... A: Paper money is a little more tricky. There are special rectangular inert plastic cases made ... | |
| Last Forever | 12/24/2009 |
| Q: How do I keep somethings to last forever? Is there something that apply to all? A: Are you asking about coins? The best way is to put them into air0tight plastic holders. These are ... | |
| 1867 Wilhelm Koenig von Preussen coin | 12/24/2009 |
| Q: I found the coin and I was wondering what it is worth. It has definitely been circulated, but there ... A: This coin looks to have sharp details, but has been rubbed with a cleaning cloth, which lowers the ... | |
| 1936 russian penny | 12/23/2009 |
| Q: My sister got a 1936 Russian penny From subway for change is it worth anything? A: A 1936 Russian 1 kopeck can have decent value, depending on the condition. A typical well used coin ... | |
| coin | 12/23/2009 |
| Q: i want to know where i cna purchase a 1905 penny with the united states on it and how much would it ... A: A 1905 US Indian head cent is a very affordable coin. You can pick up a decent, used coin on a site ... | |
| 1867 Wilhelm Koenig von Preussen coin | 12/23/2009 |
| Q: I found the coin and I was wondering what it is worth. It has definitely been circulated, but there ... A: This sounds like a thaler, it should be silver and slightly larger than a US silver half-dollar. If ... | |
| Interesting coin | 12/22/2009 |
| Q: I have a coin in my collection of World War II foreign coins that I am unsure of its origin. ... A: This is actually a temple token, most likely from the early to middle 1900's and from a ... | |
| 1808 twenty cent coin | 12/22/2009 |
| Q: On the back side it has twenty centavos filipines. can you tell me somthing more about it. thank you ... A: This would be a 1908 coins from the Philippines, while under the US administration. The Philippines ... | |
| Unknown Coin | 12/21/2009 |
| Q: Image of backside of unknown coin A: This is an early 5 kopeks from imperial Russia and from the Kolyvan mint. The example is in pretty ... | |
| Unknown coin | 12/21/2009 |
| Q: I have an unknown coin that I would like to have identified and valued. The attached images show ... A: This is an early 5 kopeks from imperial Russia and from the Kolyvan mint. The example is in pretty ... | |
| netherlands 25 cent coin | 12/21/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1950's 25 cent coin that has 'JULIANA KONINGIN DER NEDERLANDEN' on the front with the ... A: These coins are just beginning to become collectible, so they do have value in top conditions. A ... | |
| 1899 prussian coin | 12/21/2009 |
| Q: I have a prussian coin that says WILHELM II DEUTSCHER KAISER KONIG V. PREUSSEN on the front side and ... A: A picture would have really been helpful. These coins are not common, and condition is extremely ... | |
| what is my coin | 12/20/2009 |
| Q: Hey,whats up?I was at my aunts house setting up the x-mas tree,when a strange coin came out of ... A: This is a 25,000 lira coin from Turkey. The date should be below the "25 Bin Lira" and will read ... | |
| Republica De Guatemala Coin | 12/19/2009 |
| Q: I have a Republica De Guatemala coin dated 1900,value of 0.500, with the front having a lady on a ... A: This is a Guatemalan 1 real, similar coins were made in denominations of 1/2, 1, 2 and 4 reales and ... | |
| coins | 12/19/2009 |
| Q: 1945 dos pesos estados unidos mexicanos,that is what one coin says and it also has the eagle an ... A: You have a valuable gold coin from Mexico. The 1945 is a later and more common date, but the gold ... | |
| SILVER ROUND | 12/18/2009 |
| Q: I have two silver rounds as follows: Side 1: Kangaroo in the middle SOCONFINANCE SA below round ... A: First of all let me apologize that you had to wait so long for an answer. The expert you originally ... | |
| 1964 philippine 25c coin | 12/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1964 philippine twenty five centros coin. I read online this coin was issued during a lead ... A: The coin you have is made of an alloy of copper, nickel and zinc. normally these coins are a light ... | |
| 1974 penny | 12/17/2009 |
| Q: I found a 1974 US penny with the state of West Virginia engraved in the background with the states ... A: This is a novelty piece. Such pennies are often stamped with various pieces, such as states, ... | |
| All world gold coins | 12/14/2009 |
| Q: Sir, is there a coin book that will give descriptions (weights size inscription information ect.) of ... A: You certainly are right about acid testing. It will leave a permanent black spot on the coin, which ... | |
| 1859 coin fein | 12/13/2009 |
| Q: On one side it says "bernhard herzog ze sachsen meiningen" and the other side "XXX ein pfund fein ... A: Sorry that the expert you originally posed the question to did not give you an answer. I am quite ... | |
| Very rare coin. British West Africa One Penny coin | 12/13/2009 |
| Q: We get in contact with you to get your professional advise on the following item. We would like to ... A: Miguel, I am sorry that the first expert gave you such an incorrect figure, especially admitting it ... | |
| Netherlands KM# 172 - 5 Cent 1942 | 12/13/2009 |
| Q: KM# 172 World Coins catalogue reference - 5 Cent 1942 German occupation issue I have a piece which ... A: This is actually an error coin you have, one that would be quite valuable. This coin was struck on ... | |
| south african coin | 12/9/2009 |
| Q: I have coin that I cannot identify, could you please help? It is dated 1979 and on the obverse the ... A: You have a commemorative medallion, designed in the style of a modern South African gold Krugerrand. ... | |
| British Virgin Islands 100 Dollar Coin | 12/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a 400th Anniversary World Circumnavigation 100 Dollar 1980 Elizabeth the Second 900/100 gold ... A: Michelle, The $100 offer is a complete rip-off and the people at that shop should be ashamed of ... | |
| what is it worth | 12/9/2009 |
| Q: i have a near mint condition 1922 one florin coin and i was wondering what a ball park range of its ... A: A typical near mint condition example with some remaining luster is worth between $30 and $50. It's ... | |
| 1950 Saudi Gold Guinea | 12/8/2009 |
| Q: I received a 1950 Guinea as a tip from an Arabic women. I was wondering what the approximate value ... A: Considering that the coin has wear, it would sell for it's gold bullion value. The coin contains .23 ... | |
| British Virgin Islands 100 Dollar Coin | 12/7/2009 |
| Q: I have a 400th Anniversary World Circumnavigation 100 Dollar 1980 Elizabeth the Second 900/100 gold ... A: This coin contains just over 1/5th of an ounce of pure gold, so it is definitely worth selling. ... | |
| Grading subjectivity | 12/5/2009 |
| Q: I began collecting in the early 1970's at age 8. My focus is nickels, although my interest in ... A: The inconsistency you mention is absolutely due to subjective grading. This is true for some types ... | |
| Coin Value | 12/5/2009 |
| Q: I have a Vittorio Emanuele 1862 5 cent centesimi coin with an N mint mark. Condition is fair to ... A: Unfortunately the value for foreign coin in low grade is not anything at all like that of old US ... | |
| I have a 1792 coin, which I believe is French. | 12/4/2009 |
| Q: The coin's condition surely makes it look its age. On the face of the coin, I see a bust facing to ... A: Your coin is indeed French and depicts Louis XVI. The complete legends would read "LOUIS XVI ROI DES ... | |
| 1907 German Zwei Mark | 12/4/2009 |
| Q: Question Similar to another My dad when he passed left me a few coins and I was wondering about ... A: This is the commemorative version for this year, for the death of Friedrich I. It is virtually ... | |
| Old, World Coin | 12/4/2009 |
| Q: Dmitry: Do you know anything about this coin? I must have acquired this coin somewhere down the ... A: You have a Spanish colonial 8 reales coin, also known as a "pillar dollar" or "piece of eight". This ... | |
| medallion | 12/4/2009 |
| Q: Hey Dmitry, I have an unusual medallion and would like to find out some information and value as ... A: I spoke to someone from Heritage, the Fine Art auction has imposed that minimum value limit for ... | |
| coin/medal? | 12/4/2009 |
| Q: First, I apologize if this is not a coin question. I have attached an image with what I think is a ... A: Georgi: I have recently been contacted by someone from Malta that researched this medal and came ... | |
| coin/medal? | 12/4/2009 |
| Q: First, I apologize if this is not a coin question. I have attached an image with what I think is a ... A: You have come to the right place. This is indeed a medal. It is actually a Maltese medal of ... | |
| 1878 morgan 8 tail feathers | 12/3/2009 |
| Q: I am sending you this question even though you deal with mostly world coins. Your answers are always ... A: My answer will be limited, since I really do not deal with these types of coins. The older proofs ... | |
| italian coin | 12/3/2009 |
| Q: in front is written VITTORIO EMANVELE III RE D'ITALIA around a man face back a warrior and a woman ... A: Sabrina, I was honestly expecting that this was a typical counterfeit, but based on the photographs ... | |
| `1806 CAROLUS IIII COIN | 12/2/2009 |
| Q: I have just inherited a few coins, some US and some foreign. I am attempting to learn about this ... A: You have a Spanish colonial 8 reales or "Piece of eight" or "pillar dollar" as they are called. Your ... | |
| italian coin | 12/2/2009 |
| Q: in front is written VITTORIO EMANVELE III RE D'ITALIA around a man face back a warrior and a woman ... A: This is a rare coin, of which there are many counterfeits and only a few genuine examples to be ... | |
| the operation desert storm eyewitness commemorative medal | 12/2/2009 |
| Q: Are you familiar with these types of coins? I only have one.the front has 3 jet airplanes in flight ... A: This medal was actually proposed and passed by the US Congress. A limited number were made at the ... | |
| mexican coins 1949 and 1967 | 12/1/2009 |
| Q: Two mexican silver coins Coin #1 1.- 1949 casa de moneda de mexico (side one) una onza troy=480 ... A: The first coin is a bullion issue, much like the modern 'onza" silver coins, which contain teh same ... | |
| 2005 paraguay coins | 12/1/2009 |
| Q: i have two coins both from paraguay and both are 2005 one is a 100 guaranies the other is a 500 ... A: The 2005 coins for those denominations were made of brass plated steel, as opposed to copper-nickel ... | |
| Chinese Coins | 12/1/2009 |
| Q: My husband and I clean out estates in the USA, and throughout our work we have come across some ... A: First of all, you may want to weight the coins on a digital scale to make sure they are right around ... | |
| arabic coin | 11/30/2009 |
| Q: I received a this coin with some change and have been unable to identify it online. It is between ... A: You've got a 1 paisa brass coin from Nepal. The Nepalese date of VS 2022 is equivalent to 1965 by ... | |
| 90% silver quarters | 11/28/2009 |
| Q: I have 10 dollars of 90% silver quarters ranging from 45-52. How do I go about selling them and how ... A: Most local dealers typically offer 10x face value. There are plenty that will try to low-ball you, ... | |
| Wheat Penny | 11/28/2009 |
| Q: I bought a sack of wheat pennies and I was going over them. I am not a pro collector or anything ... A: This certainly sounds like an oddity, but I am sure this is due to an error of the striking process. ... | |
| RSA - Ultra scarce!!!!1967 rotated die silver R1 | 11/27/2009 |
| Q: I don't understand what is meant by rotated die. Just recently I bought on "Bid or Buy" a South ... A: A picture would not get the point across, since it would be relative to how you hold the coin. ... | |
| Egyptian coin | 11/27/2009 |
| Q: i really need some help. I have a egyptian coin and its about 2.3cm but i seen a kurush with the ... A: This sounds like an Egyptian 1 qirsh. I have attached a picture of one of the same date (1293/25, ... | |
| 1745 Coin or Commemorative Medal? | 11/26/2009 |
| Q: Dmitry: I have received among many items in an Estate what appears to be a 2" diameter silver coin ... A: There is a smaller version of this medal described by Hutten-Czapski in the book "Catalogue de la ... | |
| 1745 Coin or Commemorative Medal? | 11/25/2009 |
| Q: Dmitry: I have received among many items in an Estate what appears to be a 2" diameter silver coin ... A: You have a pretty rare commemorative medal, which is indeed from 1745. This is for the "Second ... | |
| Lincoln Penny | 11/25/2009 |
| Q: I have a Lincoln penny with the state of Texas beside Lincoln head, I was wondering if you could ... A: This is a novelty piece' a normal penny that has been stamped for added collectibility. Most of the ... | |
| Koninkrijk der Nederlanden | 11/24/2009 |
| Q: Good day, I have found amongst my Dutch Grandmother's possessions a coin with a hole in, inscribed ... A: Unfortunately holed coins do not have collectible value unless it is an especially rare date. In ... | |
| On a estamated guess | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: How much would a shiling from 1899 sell for A: A Great Britain shilling from this series, depicting the "old queen", is a popular coin. A well used ... | |
| 1866 franc | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: Does the value of an 1866 gold franc come from its gold value or its collector value? The coin is ... A: The listed values are that of gold bullion in anything below a high grade coin with sharp leaves in ... | |
| michael collins coin | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: In the 70's my dad was given a coin by a policeman called John Collins. The coin was a michael ... A: This is an official Irish coin, 10 shillings to commemorate the Easter Uprising. The man on the coin ... | |
| Coin value and origin? | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a coin that seems to be french dated 1856. It has the head of someone that looks like tsar ... A: This is an unusual crafted item, likely made as a souvenir or keepsake. Is it an actual photograph ... | |
| 1711 Spanish Coin | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a copper coin, dated 1711, that reads to one side 'Hispaniarum Rex 1711', to the reverse ... A: This is indeed a coin from Spain, during the rule of Phillip (Felipe) V. This is a 6 maravedis, more ... | |
| Barbados Gold Coin | 11/22/2009 |
| Q: Can you help me determine the value of a gold coin from Barbados. It is a "On Hundred Dollar" gold ... A: There are three versions of this coin. All are made of .500 purity gold and contain just under ... | |
| value of deutsches reich | 11/21/2009 |
| Q: Can you estimate the value of a 1915 deutsches reich 1/2 mark? A: This is a fairly common date. As such there is some value in mint condition coins with original ... | |
| Value of Friedrich III Deutschkaiser coin | 11/21/2009 |
| Q: I have a Friedrich III Deutschkaiser coin. It is gold in color and I am not sure if it is brass, ... A: This is a commemorative medal of the life of Prussian ruler Friedrich III. The dates are his dates ... | |
| 1999 millennium canada 25 set | 11/21/2009 |
| Q: i have the 1999 canada 25 cent millennium set with the november not stamped on it . would like to ... A: This set usually sells on a retail basis for $10 to $12, but does not reach that high at auction. If ... | |
| 1 pfennig | 11/21/2009 |
| Q: What can you tell me about the 1 pfennig I have. The front has 1 pfennig with 1800 on it and at the ... A: Your 1 pfennig coin is from the German state of Hesse-Darmstadt (prior to the unification of the ... | |
| value for value | 11/21/2009 |
| Q: If a person had about 150 pre-1964 silver dollars, how many would be required to trade for a one ... A: I assume you have Morgan and Peace silver dollars from the 1920's and earlier? Common dates in used ... | |
| 1937 1 Franc | 11/20/2009 |
| Q: I have many foreign coins and am trying to find out the value of coins. Is a coin with this year ... A: Value would depend on the coin's condition and country the country it comes from. A 1937 1 franc is ... | |
| Leopold II Koning Coin | 11/19/2009 |
| Q: In follow up to the 11/4 posting, I have a similar 50CN coin dated 1898 in very good condition. ... A: This date would be worth a little more in lower grades (a difference from $2 to maybe $4) than the ... | |
| silver bar question | 11/19/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering if you knew the age/origin/value of a 1 Troy Oz bar of silver. It is from the RCM, ... A: Your 1 ounce silver bar is from the Royal Canadian mint, likely from Quebec since it has both ... | |
| The Treasure Coins of the Caribbean | 11/19/2009 |
| Q: I have 18 of these coins. They are made of solid sterling silver. and are legal tender coins issued ... A: The complete boxed set sells for the same as if you sold the 25 individual coins for their silver ... | |
| British Spade Guineas | 11/18/2009 |
| Q: I have 1793 gold George III 1/2 guinea, 1793 full guinea and 1771 full guinea. I would like to know ... A: Danny, You can e-mail me the pics directly at BetweenEarthnSky@yahoo.com and I will grade them based ... | |
| russian ruble 1984 | 11/18/2009 |
| Q: I worked in Russia during the run up to the 1984 Olympics and a lot of contractors were collecting ... A: My family actually brought a set of these coins over to the US when we moved from the Ukraine in ... | |
| what is it worth | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: 1979 canadian silver dollar and a 1947 new zealand one florin and a 1963 canadian silver dollar ... A: I'll be glad to help you out with these coins. the 1963 silver dollar is fairly common, and has a ... | |
| British Spade Guineas | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: I have 1793 gold George III 1/2 guinea, 1793 full guinea and 1771 full guinea. I would like to know ... A: Condition is extremely important for these coins. Please note that the auction estimates are a wide ... | |
| Draped-bust silver bullion | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: I picked up a silver bullion round with the draped busted liberty head. The obverse has LIBERTY ... A: Bullion rounds such as this are modern pieces, created not for numismatic value but rather as ... | |
| NAZI COINS - cleaning of... | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: I have recently started to collect WWII Nazi coins and was wondering what the best way to attempt to ... A: Cleaning is never advisable, since it destroys the collectible value. However, there are some weaker ... | |
| 1944 dime size coin | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: Hey again. As soon I can settle down from work I am going to send some info I got on the coin we ... A: Glad to hear you were able to do something with the colonial copper. Whoever's hands it ends up in ... | |
| Old Persian Coin | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: I have sent a couple messages apparently, I have no idea if the attachments were sent with them. My ... A: I actually was not able to find any information on this particular prophet, though I can say for ... | |
| 1888 Prussian 20 Mark gold coins | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: I have 3 1888 gold 20 Mark coins of Kaiser Friedrich, Kaiser Wilhelm and Kaiser Wilhelm II framed ... A: Interesting to have a set of all three types that were available in that year. All other years had ... | |
| Old Persian Coin | 11/16/2009 |
| Q: This is the other side of the coin with the name of the prophet. The coin must be flipped upside ... A: The stylistic features certainly appear to be Persian, but this is not a coin. All Persian and ... | |
| Old Persian Coin | 11/16/2009 |
| Q: I have sent a couple messages apparently, I have no idea if the attachments were sent with them. My ... A: The stylistic features certainly appear to be Persian, but this is not a coin. All Persian and ... | |
| present market value of a coin | 11/16/2009 |
| Q: i want to know the present value of straits settlement malaysian coin. year-1908.one cent, ruler- ... A: The value of this coin would depend on the condition. A well used coin is only worth a couple of ... | |
| 1760 Austria Coin | 11/16/2009 |
| Q: I have one more. My books do not go this far back and I can not find any information online. This ... A: It's certainly an interesting item, but I do not believe it was ever a coin. The design on the left ... | |
| Unknown coin from 1862 | 11/15/2009 |
| Q: I picked this coin up in a lot a month or so ago and I am just getting around to it now and I can ... A: This is a 1000 reis (pronounces heis) from Brazil while it was still a Portuguese colony. It is ... | |
| unknown coin 1865 | 11/15/2009 |
| Q: under the tree it says 5C (also a small s to the right of the 5C the very bottom says DGW and the ... A: This is a fairly scarce coin from the Central American republic, modern day Costa Rica. It's a 5 ... | |
| 1892 ZAR 3 pence | 11/15/2009 |
| Q: A bit of an odd question but I can't seem to find an answer to this question. What is the metal ... A: It's not an odd question at all. These coins often develop a dark patina which makes it difficult to ... | |
| Five troy ounces | 11/15/2009 |
| Q: I was going through some of my late fathers collections and I came upon a liberty five troy ounce ... A: Bullion rounds such as this are modern pieces, created not for numismatic value but rather as ... | |
| Foreign silver coin | 11/15/2009 |
| Q: What country is this coin from and year? silver size of u.s. dime but thin. both sides have small ... A: Your have an early 8 skilling coin from Norway. There were many dates in the 1640's and 1650's. I ... | |
| 1919 Farthing | 11/15/2009 |
| Q: I bet you are like will this guy get through going through all those coins in the box? LOL Anyway, ... A: Todd, I have a feeling this Higley copper may in fact be genuine. Considering the age of the ... | |
| German coin | 11/14/2009 |
| Q: What would be the value of an 1858-1947 Max Planck 2 Deutsche Mark with the letter "G" to the right ... A: The 1966-G date and mint mark is worth in the $10 to $15 range in mint condition with luster. A coin ... | |
| 1919 Farthing | 11/14/2009 |
| Q: I bet you are like will this guy get through going through all those coins in the box? LOL Anyway, ... A: Hey Todd, I certainly do love going through a box of old coins! I'll give you a quick summary of the ... | |
| 1809 ??? | 11/14/2009 |
| Q: I have one more for you. This one is silver. It is the size of a dime. It is in good to fine ... A: Todd, your gamble turned out a treasure box that collectors like myself can only dream about. Truly ... | |
| 4 Old 24 karat German/Prussian Coins, 2 gold misc. coins | 11/14/2009 |
| Q: I recently came into the possession of 6 old European coins. 4 I believe are German/Prussian coins, ... A: I'll be glad to assist you with these coins. They are actually not 24 kt gold, but just under 22kt. ... | |
| 1907 german 5 mark coin | 11/14/2009 |
| Q: I have come across the following coin and was wondering about it and what it could be worth. On the ... A: Based on the excellent strike, perfect weight, and correct edge... you have a mint genuine coin. The ... | |
| 1739 spanish pieces of 8 coin | 11/14/2009 |
| Q: I have come across several old foreign coins. The one in qustion is a 1739 Spanish coin with the ... A: The 21 gram weight is unusual. The contemporary circulating counterfeits would have had to pass ... | |
| Royal Thai Mint | 11/14/2009 |
| Q: I have a set of commenorative coins Dec 5, 1963 celebrating kings 36th birthday. 2 coins of each are ... A: This official mint set had a limited run of 100,000 sets. Currently it would retail for around $50, ... | |
| unidentified coin | 11/13/2009 |
| Q: Found a coin in a field in Illinois on Nov. 6, 2009. coin is smaller than a dime and has a left ... A: Kathryn, My apologies for the initial mis-identification. I can now say for sure that this is a 1/4 ... | |
| 1907 german 5 mark coin | 11/13/2009 |
| Q: I have come across the following coin and was wondering about it and what it could be worth. On the ... A: You would be hard-pressed to find one of these, being a scarce commemorative coin with a mintage of ... | |
| 1935 nazi coin | 11/13/2009 |
| Q: I have come across a coin or medallion that has the writing on one side opperschiessen on the top ... A: This is a "schutzenfest" medal, awarded for doing well in a local shooting competition in the Saar. ... | |
| 1739 spanish pieces of 8 coin | 11/13/2009 |
| Q: I have come across several old foreign coins. The one in qustion is a 1739 Spanish coin with the ... A: This certainly sounds like a Mexico City 8 reales, or "piece of eight" or "pillar dollar". These ... | |
| unidentified coin | 11/12/2009 |
| Q: Found a coin in a field in Illinois on Nov. 6, 2009. coin is smaller than a dime and has a left ... A: Does the coin have the word "franc" below the 1/4 by any chance? There are several different coin it ... | |
| Georgius IV DEI Gratia coin | 11/12/2009 |
| Q: I have a Georgius IV DEI Gratia coin that was made into a piece of jewelry. It has a lion on top of ... A: Does the side with the lion read "FIDIE DEFENSOR" fully written out, or does it just have an ... | |
| Value of commemorate coin | 11/12/2009 |
| Q: What is the value of a Turks and Caicos Islands 1976 20 crown sterling silver coin to commemorate ... A: This is a very nice, large and low mintage coin. There were just over 5,000 of the regular version ... | |
| Unknown coin 1708 | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: I have a coin from Philip 5th era from 1708 from my childhood. Ones I visited a local numismatic but ... A: The coin you have is a Spanish 2 reales. There are two types for this date, minted in Valencia and ... | |
| chinese silver coins | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: I have 2 coins that look very similar. The one on the left weigns 28g and has a reeded edge. The one ... A: Sure thing, some useful sites are: http://www.tibetancoins.com/Chinese%20Fantsy%20Coin%20Photos.htm ... | |
| medallion | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: Hey Dmitry, I have an unusual medallion and would like to find out some information and value as ... A: I live in Brooklyn, and can tell you that there really are no dealers around NYC that will give you ... | |
| Indentification | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: Ive attached the coin that iam trying to identify. It has the face of a middle aged gentlemen with ... A: This is a 5 baht coin from Thailand, y# 219 in the Standard catalog of world coins. These were made ... | |
| chinese silver coins | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: I have 2 coins that look very similar. The one on the left weigns 28g and has a reeded edge. The one ... A: Unfortunately these are "fantasy" coins. Modern counterfeiters often use non-existing designs in ... | |
| Coins | 11/10/2009 |
| Q: Ive got a silver coin minted in a language that i dont understand I have attached a picture of it. ... A: The ZAR (Zuid Afrika - South Africa) 6 pence is a fairly low mintage coin and value largely depends ... | |
| 1955 confoederatio helvetica 10 coin | 11/10/2009 |
| Q: hi Dmitry i found this coin and i can not found any think about it or its value any where could you ... A: You have a 10 rappen coin from Switzerland. This is a fairly common date, the value for which ranges ... | |
| egg timer | 11/10/2009 |
| Q: i have an egg timer about 5inches tall on one end it has VTRAQUE VNUM M 1739 ON THE OTHER END IT HAS ... A: What an interesting piece. There is a long tradition of crafting coins into everyday items. The ... | |
| 1869 Spanish 5 Peseta Coin | 11/10/2009 |
| Q: I have an 1869 Spanish 5 Peseta coin that was given to me 38 years ago in Seville Spain by my ... A: I must say that it's extremely unlikely that this is a genuine coin, especially if it was acquired ... | |
| What coin do i have? | 11/10/2009 |
| Q: i have just recently been doing some landscaping work in the yard and found a coin and am wondering ... A: This sounds like a Spanish colonial 4 or 8 reales. The date would be 1737. There are several ... | |
| coins | 11/10/2009 |
| Q: how much is a coin that says republica peruana lima 9 decimos fino y.j. dated 1875 worth? A: This would be a 1 sol coin, which is the same size and silver content as a US silver dollar. They ... | |
| One troy oz silver coin | 11/10/2009 |
| Q: I have a question of a coin I have found. Its an one troy ounce silver coin similar to the 1882 ... A: Bullion rounds such as this are modern pieces, created not for numismatic value but rather as ... | |
| french 10 francs silver coins | 11/9/2009 |
| Q: i have recently bought six silver french 10 francs coins dated 1929,30,31,32,33 and 38,could you ... A: These coins are each 10 grams of .680 silver, which is .2186 ounces of actual silver weight (right ... | |
| 1919 Mexican Gold Coin | 11/9/2009 |
| Q: I'm wondering if you can provide an estimated value of a 15 Gr pure gold Estados Unidos Mexicanos ... A: I own one of these coins and they are very attractive pieces. This would be a 20 (Veinte) pesos ... | |
| coin value | 11/9/2009 |
| Q: i have a coin from 1912 the front says otto koenig von bayern the back reads deutsches Reich 1912 on ... A: You have a 3 mark coins from the German state of Bavaria. These coins were made in three different ... | |
| medallion | 11/8/2009 |
| Q: Hey Dmitry, I have an unusual medallion and would like to find out some information and value as ... A: I'm actually quite familiar with the item you have. Typically one of the original 1933 pieces (in ... | |
| $50 Canadian gold maple leaf 1.oz or pur | 11/8/2009 |
| Q: what is the dimensions of this coin, because it seems small for 1 .oz? A: The $50 gold should be right around 32.5mm in diameter, the same as equivalent US gold bullion ... | |
| finding out the value of coins | 11/7/2009 |
| Q: starting when I was a teen and working in retail/cashier. It is amazing what you come across. I ... A: Most of the Canadian coins are only worth their face value, unless they are in excellent condition ... | |
| coin valuation | 11/7/2009 |
| Q: I have a Liberian coin of $20.00 denomination. It has Thomas Jefferson, III President of the United ... A: Considering the exchange rate of $1 US to $70.50 Liberian, this coin would be about 28 cents in ... | |
| Coin Question | 11/6/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1791 Monneron Bros Paris coin with the French Constitution on the back. The coin is about ... A: This is actually a token issue, known as "necessity money". Several large merchants in France took ... | |
| Austrian Gold | 11/6/2009 |
| Q: I recently received about 400 coins from a seller in Germany. Included in this lot is a coin that ... A: In my personal experience, the German dealers usually know their stuff quite well. However, this ... | |
| Elizabeth 40 crown .999 coin | 11/6/2009 |
| Q: i have a 1994 Elizabeth II Gibraltar coin. It is .999 silver and weighs 43.88 ounces.It is 40 crowns ... A: This is certainly a whopper of a coin you have! The 40 crown, as well as the 32 crown coins (also ... | |
| Old English coin dated 1723 | 11/5/2009 |
| Q: I have come to inherit a coin collection of mostly very old American coins, from pennies to silver ... A: This sounds like a half-penny. The coin should have a seated figure on one the date side, with the ... | |
| Coin I Found | 11/5/2009 |
| Q: While going through some change I discovered a coin that didn't belong! I'm hoping you might be able ... A: You have a 5 "baht" coin from Thailand. This coin is from 1987 or 1988, the only two years that this ... | |
| Leopold H Koning Coin | 11/4/2009 |
| Q: I have a coin with the name Leopold H Koning on the left front side near the rim with Der Belgen on ... A: Depending on the size of the coin, you have either a 50 centimes (dime size), 1 franc (quarter ... | |
| Commemorative Coins | 11/4/2009 |
| Q: I have a Marilyn Monroe 1995 Commemorative coin set from Republic of Marshall Island. The set ... A: Currently your set has a retail value of around $75. This is a combination of their weight in silver ... | |
| WWI coins | 11/3/2009 |
| Q: I've inherited several WWI era coins. I'd like to have them appraised but can't find anyone in my ... A: It's never a good idea to trust an estimate from someone that is looking to buy. You can find ... | |
| Prussian Coin | 11/3/2009 |
| Q: A friend found a coin on the River Thames. It is probably copper, very thin and around 18mm ... A: You have a 3 groschen coin from East Prussia, in modern-day Poland. In the Standard catalog of world ... | |
| Leopold Premier, Roi des Belges. | 10/31/2009 |
| Q: I found a coin outside my house a few years ago. I've tried to google it, but I cannot find any ... A: This design is in the likeness of a series of official "patterns" minted in Belgium. I have attached ... | |
| FRANC II D G R I S A GER HIE HVN BOH REX | 10/31/2009 |
| Q: I came upon this coin for my collection and am interested in the coin's worth. The coin is worn of ... A: This sounds like a silver Kronenthaler series piece from the Austrian Netherlands. I have attached a ... | |
| 1987 50 Yuan gold coin | 10/31/2009 |
| Q: Sorry forgot to attach the image can you tell me the value and the authencity of this coin thx 1987 ... A: This certainly appears to be an excellent specimen, and based on the weight and appearance I feel ... | |
| Italian Coin (possibly) | 10/29/2009 |
| Q: I have two coins I believe are Italian maybe Spanish?. I am not sure if they are genuine minted ... A: I actually have one of these exact medallions as well. It is to mark the 1836 coronation of Maria ... | |
| Mystery coin | 10/28/2009 |
| Q: I found a coin the other day that may or may not be from the US. It is about the same size as a ... A: I have attached a picture of what I believe is the coin you describe. I apologize for the poor ... | |
| value of coins | 10/27/2009 |
| Q: #1 interested in value of a 1880 VICTORIA D:G:BRITANNIAR:REG:F:D: gold coin. Victoria's bun faces ... A: #1. Is either a British soveregin or half-sovereign, it can also be an Australian sovereign. The ... | |
| 1966 coin | 10/27/2009 |
| Q: I have a two shillings coin with the name elizabeth.11.dei.Gratia.regina as i turn it over it say ... A: This coin is fairly common, so there will only be collectible value for one that is in mint ... | |
| How to sell a gold coin | 10/27/2009 |
| Q: I have two 1987 100 yuan gold panda coins in their original sealed plastic. What is the safest way ... A: The best way of selling them yourself is to either auction them off on ebay, or to sell them to a ... | |
| 1894 Zar | 10/27/2009 |
| Q: Ive got a 1894 zar 6 pence.it has been circulated, also a 1921 sverige 10 ore what are the worth on ... A: For the South African sixpence, condition is extremely important. They are low mintage coins, this ... | |
| Silver Eagle | 10/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1987 Silver Eagle coin in good condition. What do you think it is worth? A: Value depends on who you show the coins to. A dealer will usually pay around silver value or ... | |
| 1765 Scheidemünze | 10/26/2009 |
| Q: This question appeared on "Yahoo Answers" a couple days ago. A lady asking about a 1765 coin bearing ... A: This coin is from the German State of Brunswick-Luneburg-Calenberg-Hannover, which changed to the ... | |
| rare copper coin | 10/26/2009 |
| Q: Dmitry, I have a coin I have been unable to find any information about. On the front is what appears ... A: This coin is from the German State of Brunswick-Luneburg-Calenberg-Hannover, which changed to the ... | |
| Arabian Coin Identification Help | 10/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a coin I'm trying to identify. The coin is silver in color it is 25 millimeters in diameter ... A: This does not sound like any Arabic coin I have ever seen. However, I have seen several non-coin ... | |
| Silver Collection | 10/26/2009 |
| Q: Could you tell me how much the Danbury Mint Benjamin Harrison, Theodore Roosevelt, Chester Arthur, ... A: These are certainly nice looking items. However, bars and ingots are purely bullion items. As such, ... | |
| Coin Values | 10/25/2009 |
| Q: I found ten coins hidden beneath the floor base in a house I lived in about a decade or so ago, & ... A: In the early 1990's you would certainly have enough for a candy bar in either Mexico or France. ... | |
| BERLIN COIN | 10/25/2009 |
| Q: It appears to be gold. It says " BERLIN-EINIGKEIT UND RECHT UND FREIHEIT" with a bear in a shield ... A: This sounds like a privately made "Dukat", which is a denomination often used for trade. As such, it ... | |
| 1884 penny queen victoria | 10/25/2009 |
| Q: does this penny have any value? A: Value depends on the condition. Since there is no picture of the coin in question, I can only give ... | |
| coins | 10/24/2009 |
| Q: I have a few coins I was wondering about. here are the photos. I have some more I will have to scan ... A: Paul, People often list them at unrealistic prices hoping to land a buyer. This tactic very rarely ... | |
| Unidentified Coin | 10/24/2009 |
| Q: I would appreciate any help in identifying a few coins that I have. They appear to be middle east ... A: This is is a Saudi temple token, the box shape is an image of a mosque. There really are not many of ... | |
| coins | 10/24/2009 |
| Q: I have a few coins I was wondering about. here are the photos. I have some more I will have to scan ... A: The two foreign coins are spendable British 20 pence coins. The current exchange rate is around 65 ... | |
| Unidentified Coin | 10/24/2009 |
| Q: I would appreciate any help in identifying a few coins that I have. They appear to be middle east ... A: The coin you describe sounds like a vintage Saudi Arabian coin, though there is no photograph ... | |
| 1982 100 forint coin | 10/23/2009 |
| Q: i have a 1982 100 forint magyar nepkoztarsasag football commemorative coin and i was wonderin how ... A: This is a low mintage coin, with only 150,000 made. For a US coin that would be quite rare, but not ... | |
| british half penny | 10/22/2009 |
| Q: I know these coins aren't worth much but all the pictures I can find show them to be about the same ... A: I've seen coins like this before. It was most likely silver gilded for use in jewelry, such as a ... | |
| Kenya President Gold Coins | 10/22/2009 |
| Q: I have a set of three Gold Coins of values in Shillings - 500. 250, 100. Inscription reads Mzee ... A: At this time, the market value of gold is the highest it's ever been at over $1,000 per ounce. It's ... | |
| Gold Coin | 10/22/2009 |
| Q: I have 3 Gold, 14g coins, I believe to be 4 Ducat coins Dates: 1856-1857-& 1855 how can I find out ... A: These coins certainly have numismatic value beyond that of the gold. These are scarce coins, with ... | |
| Kenya President Gold Coins | 10/21/2009 |
| Q: I have a set of three Gold Coins of values in Shillings - 500. 250, 100. Inscription reads Mzee ... A: This set was issued in two versions... regular and proof. The proof versions will have a mirror-like ... | |
| 40mm "Franz Josef Thaler" 1880's/1890's | 10/21/2009 |
| Q: I am attempting to find a +/- 40mm Silver Franz Josef Thaler issued in the late 1880's or early ... A: This is somewhat confusing information, as the very last Austrian thalers were struck in the 1860's. ... | |
| 1867 Columbian Peso | 10/21/2009 |
| Q: I came across a 5 Pesos piece from Columbia 1867. It's a bit worn but all numbers and letters are ... A: Is this a gold coin? I ask because the 5 pesos was not made in 1867, but there is an 1857 date. The ... | |
| 1948 munt van curacacao 2 1/2 cent piece, and other coins | 10/21/2009 |
| Q: My friend has a series of coins from around the world, most are at least sixty years old (like the ... A: The Curacao coin ranges in sale price from $1 to around $15, depending on condition. You or your ... | |
| Off center penny | 10/20/2009 |
| Q: I have a penny that was struck off-center. Approx. 60-70% off-center. On head side you can see ... A: Sounds like a nice dramatic error. If the coin is in mint condition the auction range will be from ... | |
| old paper money worth | 10/20/2009 |
| Q: I recently received some old coins.. and i was wondering if you had any insight regarding them... it ... A: This is indeed an old Russian banknote, in the 100 ruble denomination. These notes are referred to ... | |
| Error Coins | 10/20/2009 |
| Q: Iam in South Africa, i have collected many S.A circulated coin wich hapen to be error coins, however ... A: Error coins are a very popular area for collectors. I occasionally have them at my auction and they ... | |
| 50 cents Ceylon 1892 Queen Victoria | 10/20/2009 |
| Q: I wonder what this coin is worth and some general information about it. 50 cents Ceylon 1892 (Queen ... A: Your coin is the first date of this series, which ran from 1892 to 1901. It is also one of the ... | |
| I found a coin with a hole at the top. | 10/20/2009 |
| Q: It says Georgivs vi ,its a half penny but not sure from where. Its from 1938 and at the top theres a ... A: There are a couple places your coin may be from. It depends on what is on the back side of the coin. ... | |
| 2003 penny | 10/19/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2003 penny and on the back it has the word imprinted copy on it. Was this done at the mint? A: It's a bit unusual to find a copy of a modern penny. This most certainly was not done at the mint. A ... | |
| Rare sovereign 1876 coin | 10/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1876 Sydney sovereign victoria coin, when i spin the coin round from George on his horse ... A: Yes, you certainly have an unusual example. There are a couple dates for these sovereigns which have ... | |
| Rare sovereign 1876 coin | 10/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1876 Sydney sovereign victoria coin, when i spin the coin round from George on his horse ... A: Are the side upside down when you hold the coin at the top and bottom and flip it vertically, or ... | |
| 1884 gold sovereign misprint | 10/18/2009 |
| Q: please could you give me some information on a full gold sovereign dated 1884 victoria young bun. ... A: Are the side upside down when you hold the coin at the top and bottom and flip it vertically, or ... | |
| a very old foreign coin, 1732 | 10/16/2009 |
| Q: I recently found a an old coin that looks like it is from 1732, it is very worn and most of the ... A: You've got an old half-penny from Great Britain, which depicts king George II on the front and ... | |
| SS Republic coin | 10/16/2009 |
| Q: Good afternoon, I have just acquired an 1848 $10 gold eagle coin (NGC AU53), from the shipwreck SS ... A: The 25k figure is certainly steep, even for an insurance estimate. The coin by itself would be in ... | |
| French 1739-A,K coins | 10/16/2009 |
| Q: Recently some coins have been found in the Caribbean which have been identified as: ... A: The website you referenced is a fairly accurate history of these coins. There is one thing I would ... | |
| Inherited Coin/Medal collection | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: I have 2 questions here: 1. I have tried to find a value for a series 36 total of gold(Plated?) ... A: This is a vintage privately minted set. I would assume Lydon B. Johnson is the last president in the ... | |
| Sun Yat-sen Silver Dollar | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: My son was given a coin recently and we've researched it to be a Sun Yat-sen silver dollar. ... A: The character you describe translates as "first" and is another way of writing year 1. However, the ... | |
| Sun Yat-sen Silver Dollar | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: My son was given a coin recently and we've researched it to be a Sun Yat-sen silver dollar. ... A: There are a few varieties of the Sun Yat-sen dollar. Some have a small bust facing left within a ... | |
| mis-stamped gold dollar | 10/13/2009 |
| Q: i have a u.s gold dollar that has no stamp on the top or bottom and nothing on the edge. is it worth ... A: If the item is completely blank, you likely have an unstamped or pre-struck planchet. Occasionally ... | |
| 1999 double stamped quarter | 10/13/2009 |
| Q: Good morning. Can you please tell me what a double stamped or mis-aligned die 1999 stamp from ... A: This will be a tough question to answer without seeing a picture of the coin. Misalignment and ... | |
| coin value | 10/12/2009 |
| Q: I have two small gold coins. on the front is is what appears to be the bust of an indian woman. The ... A: These are gold trade coins from Peru, which would be used to conduct international transactions. ... | |
| Unknown Coin or Token. | 10/12/2009 |
| Q: "I picked this coin up today because the star stamp in the middle struck my interest and it was only ... A: This appears to be a privately made trade token for a merchant. The name "YOS SCHMID" is likely ... | |
| Italian C20 1922 R coin | 10/12/2009 |
| Q: In a box my Grandfather had, I found an Italian coin about the size of an American nickle. Side one ... A: This is an Italian 20 centisimi coin, made of solid nickel. These are attractive coins that are ... | |
| French Coin | 10/11/2009 |
| Q: Please give me any idea about the worth of a 1895 "REPUBLIQUE FRANCAISE" coin and the other side ... A: There are several denominations that fir this description... the 10 cent, 20 cent, 50 cent and one ... | |
| Identify foreign coin? | 10/11/2009 |
| Q: I wonder if you are able to identify a foreign coin I have obtained over the Internet? It's been ... A: You've got a 1 krona coin from Sweden. It is indeed silver, though only .400 purity. Most of these ... | |
| 1998 D Penny | 10/10/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1998 D Penny that is a little smaller than a regular penny, but is as thick as a nickel. It ... A: This penny sounds like it's been used for some kind of crafts project. It's been machined by rolling ... | |
| JAPANESE COMMENORATIVE COIN | 10/9/2009 |
| Q: I CAN NOT FIND ANY INFORMATIOM ON THESE SILVER? COINS WEIGHT 0.8 OZ AND 1 /1/2 IN. HOPE YOU CAN ... A: The silver stamp may also be on the edge rather than the flat surfaces of the front and back. If ... | |
| JAPANESE COMMENORATIVE COIN | 10/9/2009 |
| Q: I CAN NOT FIND ANY INFORMATIOM ON THESE SILVER? COINS WEIGHT 0.8 OZ AND 1 /1/2 IN. HOPE YOU CAN ... A: rather than coins, these are a group of silver bullion rounds. Such items are often made by banks or ... | |
| old vatican coin | 10/9/2009 |
| Q: i'd like to know the value of one 'seudo' which was made in 1675 under Clement X. this piece ... A: There are actually two variations for this coin, both of which have fairly similar values. Please ... | |
| Commemorative Coin | 10/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a commemorative Twin Towers coin that says GOD BLESS AMERICA on the front. On the back, at ... A: This is what's usually called a "bullion round". It is something a bank or private investing firm ... | |
| Coin of DEUTSCH OSTAFRIKA 1906 - 1 Heller | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: Dmitry I have a Coin writen on one side DEUTSCH OSTAFRIKA 1906 and other side 1-Heller surrounded ... A: This is a German coin from the East Africa colony, also known as the Tanganyika territory. The ... | |
| 1893 or 1993 gold colored mexican 50 cent coin | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: I found this coin in a coin return at the local arcade. The date on it looks like it could be ... A: This is a 1993 modern Mexican coin, which is still legal tender. The exchange rate is 10 cents or ... | |
| Liechtenstein, Krone, 1900 | 10/7/2009 |
| Q: I bought thru Ebay action the Liechtenstein, Krone, 1900, Choice AU-Unc.(220486668479). Here was a ... A: That is a very nice coin, one that I am still looking to add to my own collection. I have no doubt ... | |
| Royal Thai mint commerorative collection | 10/7/2009 |
| Q: I came across a collection of thirty two commemerative coins...ranging from a 20 baht silver coin ... A: This sounds like a set that was privately put together. Official mint sets typically have less than ... | |
| Currency Transitions | 10/7/2009 |
| Q: I am doing research into the values of pre-euro coins vs. euro's. Really it's not that specific. ... A: Collectible currency items will not be negatively affected. They should continue to appreciate in ... | |
| Currency Transitions | 10/7/2009 |
| Q: I am doing research into the values of pre-euro coins vs. euro's. Really it's not that specific. ... A: Typically during such a currency transition the government of a particular nation will allow a ... | |
| Caciques De Venezuela Plata 1000 | 10/5/2009 |
| Q: I have a coin where one side is a man's face with crown and the wordings "CACIQUES DE VENEZUELA" on ... A: This is a "fantasy" issue that was part of a large set of silver and gold coins. These were ... | |
| Trade Dollar Meiji 9_one more question | 10/5/2009 |
| Q: We do have a Trade Dollar coin from the Meiji 9 period (see attached pictures). Is it possible for ... A: Based on that weight I would say you have a brass-alloy cast counterfeit. It still has some value as ... | |
| identifeying a coin | 10/4/2009 |
| Q: i was recently digging through an old box of stuff and found an old coin it appears to be an Asian ... A: This is one of the first types from the unified Republic of China, dating from the 1910's (this one ... | |
| Trade Dollar Meiji 9 | 10/4/2009 |
| Q: We do have a Trade Dollar coin from the Meiji 9 period (see attached pictures). Is it possible for ... A: The detail in the characters, the rim and denticles around the rim look very good. If the coin is a ... | |
| Coin | 10/3/2009 |
| Q: My father and I came across a coin that appears to be from 1863, while the coin is scratched, ... A: This is an 1853 English penny or farthing. The 1863 coins depict the older queen Victoria. Both ... | |
| 1939 two heaed coin | 10/3/2009 |
| Q: My step-father tells me has a two headed 1939 coin. There is a queen and king and a square diamond ... A: This sounds just like an item I recently sold. I have attached a picture. It is a bronze medal to ... | |
| Trade Dollar Meiji 9 | 10/3/2009 |
| Q: We do have a Trade Dollar coin from the Meiji 9 period (see attached pictures). Is it possible for ... A: Genuine pieces like this are very rare, they start at $500 for a coin with significant wear, and go ... | |
| Upper Canada Tokens | 10/2/2009 |
| Q: Dmitry, I have two Bank of Upper Canada 1/2 penny tokens from 1852. They are identical, except for ... A: What happened in 1852 was that the Royal Mint in London had started minting these tokens (in medal ... | |
| gold coin | 10/2/2009 |
| Q: I can email you a picture of this coin. it has the word Hamburg on the front with a shield with a ... A: This is a vintage souvenir medallion, rather than a coin. This is something a traveler might expect ... | |
| 1897 deutsches reich pfennig | 10/2/2009 |
| Q: How many were made & apprx. value? Thanks Gary A: There are several mint marks for this date. You can locate these marks on the side with the eagle, ... | |
| no subject | 9/30/2009 |
| Q: I don't know whether this fits with your bailiwick or not but a friend bought, among others, a tin ... A: You most certainly have a token of the Freemason Society. Most likely made in the US, but may also ... | |
| French copper coin dated 1767 | 9/30/2009 |
| Q: Helly Dmitry, I have a coing with the markings "LUDOV.XV D.GRATIA" on one side, along with a profile ... A: This French copper is either a 1/2 sol or 1 sol denomination, depicting Louis XV. If your coin is ... | |
| 100 fils Jordan Coin | 9/30/2009 |
| Q: I found a coin from the HASHEMITE KINGDOM OF JORDAN. It says it has a value of ONE HUNDRED FILS. It ... A: The coin you described is one of 9 years from 1968 to 1991 that this coin had been minted. They are ... | |
| Chinese Silver coins | 9/29/2009 |
| Q: I recently bought 8 Silver Dollar size Chinese coins, they all have a dragon on the front, one I ... A: Unfortunately you have a group of modern counterfeits. The designs you described are among the most ... | |
| german penny | 9/28/2009 |
| Q: I have what I think is a 1950 German penny. on one side is 1 #1 with PFENNIG AND ON THE OTHER SIDE ... A: You are absolutely correct about this being a German penny. This 1 pfennig is one of the first dates ... | |
| need help identifying a franc | 9/28/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1943 Travail Famille Patrie 2 Franc and was wondering how much it was worth. Could you ... A: This is a Vichy French aluminum coin. These are quite popular with French and US collectors alike. ... | |
| Italian Coin | 9/28/2009 |
| Q: Can you please identify the following coin; The following markings; Ferd. I.D.G. Regni Siciliar ... A: This Italian coin comes from the kingdom of Naples and Sicily, prior to the Italian unification in ... | |
| What kind of coin is this? | 9/27/2009 |
| Q: What kind of coin is in the enclosed picture? Here is a link to the image... ... A: this is a Chinese "cash" coin. One cash was a standard unit, like our one cent. The particular ... | |
| netherland coin | 9/27/2009 |
| Q: I have a Juliana Koningin Der Netherlanden Silver coin. The back of the coin reads, Netherland ... A: This 10 gulden coin is a commemorative of the 25th anniversary of the liberation from Nazi ... | |
| Order of Malta 500 Lire "Pope John Paul II" Gold Coin | 9/26/2009 |
| Q: I'm Jack Heim in Fort Worth, Texas USA. Can you please assist with these (2) coins I have on origin ... A: The coins you have are not an official circulation issue, which is why the Malta bank had no idea. ... | |
| 1760 token? | 9/26/2009 |
| Q: I just acquired what I think is a trading token. It is copper, just over 33mm in diameter, and ... A: Rather than a token, you have an early 2 ore coin from Sweden ("ore" is the Scandinavian equivalent ... | |
| coin value | 9/24/2009 |
| Q: could you give a rough estimate on value of 1889 Deutsches Reich 10 Pefennig mint mark A A: The catalog value for this German Empire 10 pfennig ranges from $0.25 for a well circulated coin to ... | |
| Spanish coin 18th cent. | 9/23/2009 |
| Q: My questions is regarding a coin from 1802. It has a portrait of King( Carolus IIII ) In the other ... A: You've got an early Spanish colonial 2 reales from Peru. The mint mark is actually a monogram for ... | |
| 10 Francs 1857 | 9/23/2009 |
| Q: i have this coin: 10 francs, Emperor napeleon III, Mint A in 1857 its condition is not very good, ... A: This French coin is normally made of gold and should weigh right around 3.2 grams. One that has ... | |
| Coin value enquiry | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: I recently come across a 1892 ZAR 3 pence coin and was wondering if you could tell me how much I ... A: This South African (ZAR = Zuid Afrika) three-pence is the key date for the series, with only 24,000 ... | |
| Dutch gold coin | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: I have a gold Dutch coin, approximately 3.8cm, Wilhelmina Koningin, w/ her profile on front and ... A: What you have is actually a commemorative medal, for the 25th anniversary of Wilhelmina's rule. ... | |
| Mis-stamped Proof | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: I recently bought a proof 70 1/2 ounce gold Krugerrand. The coin looks like it turned when it was ... A: The alignment of one of the coin seems to be off by about 20 degress or so. This is not uncommon for ... | |
| What is the meaning of .7234 ounces of silver? | 9/20/2009 |
| Q: I recently picked up 4 silver coins in a junk silver box, a 1915 Peru 1 Sol, a 1966 France 10 ... A: The unusual amount is something that was specifically done for any real purpose. It's just a ... | |
| miss strikes? | 9/20/2009 |
| Q: I have an australian 5cent coin struck on the wrong metal. I cannot find anything about this. A: Error coins like this, which are struck from wrong planchets (in this case likely a penny), are ... | |
| Dansk Americ coin | 9/16/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1748 Dansk Americ coin which is very readable as I can see all the wording and a faint ... A: You've got a Danish West Indies (Dansk Vestindien) 12 skilling. If you look at the rim to the above ... | |
| Coin Nederland | 9/15/2009 |
| Q: I have a silver coin that has 1G 1897 MUNT VAN HET KONINGRYK DER NEDERLANDEN with what looks like a ... A: Your Netherlands 1 gulden is made of .945 purity silver and should weigh right around 10.0 grams. ... | |
| liberian coin | 9/13/2009 |
| Q: i had bought a 10 Liberian coin but the odd thing about it is that the face belongs to former ... A: This coin is actually not made of silver. Like the other Liberian $5 and $10 coins, it is made of a ... | |
| 1806 Carolus IIII, 4 reales | 9/13/2009 |
| Q: I had found a coin that is marked as follows: front, Carolus.IIII.Dei.Gratia 1806; Back, around rim ... A: This is a vintage replica of an early Spanish colonial silver coin. The 4 reales was the half-dollar ... | |
| Copper content of world coins | 9/13/2009 |
| Q: I have been an off and on coin collector all my life and now my children are coin collecting. I ... A: The Bahamas 1 cent coins were never minted in copper. From 1966 (first year) to 1985 they were ... | |
| expected value and authencity of coins | 9/13/2009 |
| Q: i posess a 1947 indian one rupee coin,george vi king emperor on one side and a tiger on the other ... A: The 1947 coin is made of nickel, and is the only year the rupee was made in a metal other than ... | |
| coin value? | 9/12/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1981 Queen elizabeth 2 coin with prince charles and lady diana on back.Is it worth ... A: The first coin is a British 25 new pence. It's a commemorative coin that was only made in 1981. ... | |
| gold coin | 9/12/2009 |
| Q: I have this coin, but knows nothing about it, can you help? A: This is a reproduction of a medal originally struck in 1561 by Italian sculptor Leone Leoni. It ... | |
| Longines Symphonette | 9/12/2009 |
| Q: Do you know somewhere I could get more information on the Longines medals? I own 76 of them and ... A: From what I can tell these were put out in the early 1970's in sets of 36 and 60 pieces. The ... | |
| mispunched/error on Cdn Loonie | 9/10/2009 |
| Q: I recently posted this question to Expert Dan Moore however, I've not received a resonse and ... A: There is no picture attached to your question, however I believe this is a large die chip or grease ... | |
| A penny & a quarter | 9/10/2009 |
| Q: I found a 1960 D penny in such great condition, I thought it was a 2009. "In God We Trust" is so far ... A: The 1960 quarter sounds like it may be an interesting mis-alignment error or possibly what is known ... | |
| found coin | 9/9/2009 |
| Q: my son found a coin and its hard to read. there I think is a ladys head on 1 side. and the other has ... A: I've attached a picture of the coin that I believe you have. If this is the case, then this is a ... | |
| Charles II and Ferdinand I | 9/9/2009 |
| Q: I have two other coins that I'd like you to identify and give a possible value if possible. The one ... A: The Hungarian coin, in good condition and ungraded, typically sells for $12-$15. These are fairly ... | |
| silver dollars | 9/9/2009 |
| Q: I have 3 silver dollars from 1879, 1882, and 1879. they are uncirculate and have a ladies side face ... A: I would say you got a great deal... just make sure they are genuine and not replicas. The reference ... | |
| British Crown 1822 | 9/8/2009 |
| Q: I have in my possession a coin that seems of very high value. It is inscribed with "GEORGIUS IIII ... A: You were correct about the high value. This is actually the better of two varieties for this date, ... | |
| Cyrilic Coin | 9/8/2009 |
| Q: I have got a coin that i couldn't find any information and value of it. I want from you to tell me ... A: This is an early coin from Poland (Under Russian Imperial rule). The denomination is 15 Russian ... | |
| queen victoria | 9/8/2009 |
| Q: how much would a queen victoria double sovereign 1889 coin be worth? A: Is this a gold coin? There are no "double sovereign" coins... the closest thing is a 2 pounds gold ... | |
| 24 silver coins Republik Osterreich | 9/8/2009 |
| Q: I have a collection of 24 silver coins. It may be a commemorative collection. I would like to sell ... A: As you guessed, these are commemorative (but also circulating, at one time) silver coins from ... | |
| Value of a medal | 9/8/2009 |
| Q: I found one bronze medal in a relatives loft and would be grateful if you can fill me in on some ... A: What a beautiful item! This is actually not originally a medal, rather it is an early silver thaler ... | |
| victoria dg britanniar regina fd coin | 9/7/2009 |
| Q: I have here a small sizes coin, silver in color, and maybe a little bit smaller than a u.s.a. dime. ... A: You've got a British three-pence coin. These are .925 sterling silver and are quite a popular series ... | |
| Pasco 1857 4R 10D 20G | 9/7/2009 |
| Q: I found this money in a filer looking for some papers, but could not found in the net almost any ... A: This 4 reales is an early coin from Peru. A genuine coin is made from .903 silver and should weigh ... | |
| 10 cent coin bracelet | 9/7/2009 |
| Q: I have been handed down a bracelet made of silver coins that have been 'cut out' showing what ... A: You are exactly right about the origin of these coins. They depict Queen Wilhelmina I of the ... | |
| coin identification | 9/7/2009 |
| Q: Have a copper coin, dated 1724, approx. 7/8" diameter, has letters F R S and what appear as 3 crowns ... A: This is an early copper coin from Sweden, a 1 ore (their equivalent of a cent). I have attached a ... | |
| patrona bavariae | 9/6/2009 |
| Q: I have a medallion that I can't find any info on. I am sending you pics. This is a Patrona Bavariae ... A: This is a novelty gold bullion piece, and is not an official coin or "state medal". I have included ... | |
| how to tell one from the other | 9/6/2009 |
| Q: i have a 1889 silver dollar, in trying to find value idont know what they mean when they have ... A: These letters are mint marks. There were four mints - Philadelphia has no mint mark. San Fransisco ... | |
| french 5 frank | 9/6/2009 |
| Q: i have a 1829 Charles x Roi De France mint mark B in my possession. i would like to know the value ... A: Your French coin is from the Rouen mint, which has been active since the end of the 1700's. A well ... | |
| Lincoln penny | 9/6/2009 |
| Q: repeat question, I accidentally hit the send button before i could paste your web's email address ... A: I've copied and pasted the answer to the first question, hopefully it will get through your firewall ... | |
| partially smooth Lincoln penny | 9/6/2009 |
| Q: I'm not a coin collector but recently we drained a huge glass jug of all the coins that we'd been ... A: I must say this is a most unusual and interesting example. I should begin by saying that there are ... | |
| coin | 9/5/2009 |
| Q: coin is the size of a penny. The obverse is almost like a 1806 heraldic eagle,and the lettering on ... A: You have a piece of "exonumia" or non-mint made novelty items which are coin related. This token ... | |
| Chinese coins | 9/5/2009 |
| Q: My friend just picked these up at a flea market in Taijin, China. I don't know anything about ... A: The general rule is... when one item from a dealer is counterfeit, you can be confident that they ... | |
| misprinted lincoln pennie | 9/5/2009 |
| Q: I have a lincoln pennie that is almost paper thin and yet it has a head on one sidethe other has a ... A: I actually have an Indian head penny that is exactly like this, paper thin with the front image ... | |
| peso | 9/5/2009 |
| Q: I have a pyramid shaped coin or token with a date of 1708 on it it has PESO below a cross on one ... A: I believe you have a novelty item. At first I though that you may have an actual coin that had been ... | |
| berli medal or coin 1890 | 9/5/2009 |
| Q: i have a coin that on 1 side its - "5 FR 1947 " with a crawn on it. on the other side it says ... A: Please see the attached photo, I believe this is the medal you have. This is a "Schutzenfest" or ... | |
| 2006 Gibraltar 1£ stick error? | 9/5/2009 |
| Q: i have a 2006 1£ Gibraltar coin tail side showing "ONE POUND" a picture of a skull and the words ... A: Off-center strikes are one of the most common errors. Fifteen percent is not a particularly major ... | |
| 1876 gold coin | 9/5/2009 |
| Q: have a 1876 albert koneig von sachsen ,20 mark gold coin. tested around 18k with gold tester .very ... A: This 20 mark gold comes from the large German state of Saxony (prior to the unification of the ... | |
| Coin Question.... | 9/4/2009 |
| Q: This is Kate again. I wrote to you earlier, but I now have some photos.. These go with my questions ... A: Regrettably this is a crude counterfeit. If you compare it with the photo I attached of a genuine ... | |
| 1792 Gold Coin? | 9/4/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1792... Gold... Charles IIII.... 8 Escudos... coin. On the front it says "Carol IIII D.C." ... A: Sounds to me like a Mexican gold 8 escudos. I've attached a picture of a similar coin (with a ... | |
| 5 fr 1947 coin | 9/4/2009 |
| Q: i have a coin that on 1 side its - "5 FR 1947 " with a crawn on it. on the other side it says ... A: These coins were made of zinc, which usually forms white spots. These white spots are a sure sign ... | |
| coin value | 9/3/2009 |
| Q: I have about 20 to 30 coins my late Aunt has given me. On one side it says (commonwealth of the ... A: This coin was minted while the Philippines were a US colony, roughly from 1903 to 1945. As such it ... | |
| coin value | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: I have about 20 to 30 coins my late Aunt has given me. On one side it says (commonwealth of the ... A: These are still legal tender circulating coins in the Bahamas, so used pieces are worth just ... | |
| Coin Value | 9/1/2009 |
| Q: I have a coin that has the date of 1875on it. It says Republica Peruana Lima 9 Decimos fino Y.J. ... A: You have a machined combination of two coin halves. There should be a thin seam around either the ... | |
| 2 Italian coin values | 9/1/2009 |
| Q: I am evaluating the wholesale value of a small coin collection and have been unable to find a value ... A: The 1894 has two varieties, one with a B/I mint mark on the bottom of the reverse and one with an R ... | |
| Misprinted date on dime | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: Ya, i have a dime with the date saying 200. It a newer dime the 4th digit is missing. Is it worth ... A: These are a fairly common type of error, often called "filled die", weak or incomplete strikes. If ... | |
| 1788 Carolus III | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: I just purchased this coin and it has about 30 symbols stamped into the coin. Some are star shaped, ... A: These are private counter-stamps, used by merchants in the Oriental/Asian trade. These stamps served ... | |
| bahamas quarter | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: I have recently found a quarter from the bahamas and I would like to know if it is worth anything. ... A: Since this coins is still legal tender spendable money in the Bahamas, a used coin is worth just the ... | |
| Frederik IIII 8 pence danish coin dated 1707 | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: Through the internet we have found it to be the subject coin the markings on the portrait side are ... A: Great timing, since I've sold one of these exact coins quite recently (with a 1711 date). This is an ... | |
| Value of Coin | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: Can you please tell me the value of a Lvitpold Prinz Regent V. Bayern Deutsches Reich 1911 Drei ... A: This is a 3 mark commemorative coin from the German State of Bavaria. These is also a ... | |
| 1837 20 reales silver Spain Isabel | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: I recently found this coin and cannot find much about it on the internet, i beleive it to be in very ... A: If this is an authentic example and not a counterfeit, which are known to exist, you've got quite a ... | |
| 1968 penny with freemason symbol on front | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: It is a 1968 penny with a freemason symbol on lincolns chest. It is raised off his chest not ... A: There are various such pennies, which are privately made outside the mint. The more common ones have ... | |
| spanish colonial coin | 8/29/2009 |
| Q: I have an 1768 Mexico- Carlos III d g hisp etind r on the on side. It is a 1/2 real piece in pretty ... A: The Mexican version should have an Mo and M mint marks at either side of the date. This coin in ... | |
| catholic medallions | 8/28/2009 |
| Q: i have a set of five roman catholic medallions,four are silver and one is bronze.they all have pope ... A: I believe your set is similar to the picture I've attached. I've actually sold several such medals ... | |
| berlin coin | 8/27/2009 |
| Q: I have a gold coin with a gorilla on the front and 900 below him. On the reverse it says 1844-1969 ... A: You have a commemorative medallion of the 125th Anniversary of the Berlin Zoo. The 900 stamp is a ... | |
| italian 18th century coin | 8/27/2009 |
| Q: i was just wondering how much a coin this old would be sold for? Also when buying coins should i ... A: In 1790 Italy was a confederation of many states, each with their own coinage. Without additional ... | |
| Frederich Deutscher Kaiser Konig V. Preussen Coin | 8/27/2009 |
| Q: How much would a Deutscher Kaiser Konig V. Preussen A. 1888 coin be worth.It is a 20 mark and in ... A: There are actually three different variations for the Prussian 20 mark gold coin of this year. In ... | |
| medals | 8/26/2009 |
| Q: I know I should be asking you about coins. But you helped me with the medal that I had and now I ... A: 1. This is a medal for the 1901 marriage of Wilhelmina of the Netherlands to Duke Heinrich of teh ... | |
| 1873 20 M coin | 8/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a dutch 1873 20 m coin with Karl von Wuerttemberg mintmark F Deutsches Reich it apperars to ... A: This is a German coin, rather than Dutch. Wurttemberg was one of the large German States, before the ... | |
| French i franc coin | 8/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a french 1829 1 franc coin mintmark A on the front it has Charles X ROI DE FRANCE is it ... A: This is a fairly low mintage coin, with only 290,000 made at the Paris (A) mint. It does have ... | |
| french 1912 5 franc note | 8/26/2009 |
| Q: i have a 1912 5 franc note does it have any value thanks ANSWER: Hi Jed, By any chance do you have ... A: Jed, Now I understand why I was initially confused... since there is no French 5 franc note from ... | |
| Commerative Coin | 8/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a huge coin that says "Deutschlands Kaiser Paar 1829-1879 on the front. On the back it says ... A: Sounds like you have a large medal, rather than a coin. The translation commemorates the Golden ... | |
| ducks unlimited medallions | 8/26/2009 |
| Q: My Grandfather has left me a complete collection of Ducks Unlimited silver medallions. There are 20 ... A: This set must have been a lot more popular in 1980, or a dealer managed to find a great buyer. Today ... | |
| Oriental Coin | 8/26/2009 |
| Q: My coin has oriental letters on the front with a big one on it. One date is 2006 and 2003. on the ... A: You've got a pair of Chinese 1 yuan coins. The Yuan is China's version of the dollar, however the ... | |
| french 1912 5 franc note | 8/25/2009 |
| Q: i have a 1912 5 franc note does it have any value thanks A: By any chance do you have a picture of this note? I believe you may have a note from one of the ... | |
| 1852 & 1871 2 1/2 G coins | 8/25/2009 |
| Q: I have one dutch 2 1/2 G coin from 1852 and 1 from 1871 can you tell me anything about their value ... A: You've got a couple early Dutch coins which are quite popular on the present market. The value for ... | |
| World War 1 German and French coins | 8/25/2009 |
| Q: I have several coins dated before 1919. I have one French coin dated 1875, it is about the size of a ... A: The WWI era is prime collecting territory for European coins. Your 1875 coin, judging by the size, ... | |
| 1792 spanish gold coin value | 8/25/2009 |
| Q: On one side it says hisp-et ind r 1792 carol III d.g. and on the other auspice-deo -mf- -m- in utroq ... A: If authentic, you have a pretty rare and desirable coin from Mexico, during the Spanish colonial ... | |
| 1860 Russian coin | 8/25/2009 |
| Q: I have a coin from 1860,(5 КОПЪЕКЪ) Russia. How much is ... A: There are a couple of different mint marks and varieties for the 1860 copper 5 kopecks. Below the ... | |
| Can you help me grade/value these coins? | 8/24/2009 |
| Q: I have several coins, left to me by an ancestor many years ago, that I am looking to sell. Do you ... A: Your grading appears accurate, though some of the more valuable coins have condition issues beyond ... | |
| Can you help me grade/value these coins? | 8/24/2009 |
| Q: I have several coins, left to me by an ancestor many years ago, that I am looking to sell. Do you ... A: This is a nice little group you have. The following are auction prices. I'm an eBay coin dealer, so ... | |
| Wheat Pennies | 8/24/2009 |
| Q: What are some of the most valuable wheat pennies? Thanks A: A quick rundown of the key and semi-key wheat cents is as follows: Key dates: 1909-S, 1909-S with ... | |
| Bronze 10 Centimes | 8/24/2009 |
| Q: I have a Bronze 1873 10 Centimes from REPUBLIQUE FRANCAISE and was hoping for any information on ... A: Your French 10 centimes comes with two possible mint marks. This is located at the bottom of the ... | |
| gold coin patrona bavariae | 8/24/2009 |
| Q: i have a gold coin and would like some information on it, value history if available. on one side ... A: The design you describe sounds like a silver, not gold, coin from the German State of Bavaria. The ... | |
| South African Coin | 8/24/2009 |
| Q: I have a coin on one side it says Suid Afrika 1958 South Africa 1D with a ship at full mast and on ... A: Your South African penny is a fairly common date, with over 5.3 million made. The reason you have ... | |
| foreign coin | 8/23/2009 |
| Q: We found a foreign coin in our change machine about the size of a quarter with the words:Beatrix ... A: You've got a Netherlands 1 gulden, which would have been the Dutch equivalent to our quarter of the ... | |
| Tiny Indian Head Cent | 8/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1903 Indian head that looks exactly like my 1888 cent, except it is about the size of ... A: You have a mini-coin. These are usually issued in sets of all the denominations from a certain ... | |
| coin inquiry | 8/22/2009 |
| Q: I have acquired a small, thick coin with the words: Deutsches Reich. On one side there is an eagle ... A: You have a machined combination of two coin halves. There is a thin seam around either the edge or ... | |
| incomplete date on lincoln wheat penny | 8/22/2009 |
| Q: i have a lincoln wheat penny with out a complete date. would like information on this and if it has ... A: Sometimes this is due to a weak strike on part of the coin. If the rest of the coin is in good ... | |
| silver dollars | 8/21/2009 |
| Q: I am going thru some old coins given to me by my grandmother I went thru them 16 yrs ago can you ... A: You can always contact a seller near you via the eBay trading assistant web page. This may also be a ... | |
| silver dollars | 8/20/2009 |
| Q: I am going thru some old coins given to me by my grandmother I went thru them 16 yrs ago can you ... A: Hey David, The major grading companies (NGC, PCGS and ANACS) have web sites where you can locate a ... | |
| Swedish 1 ore coin | 8/20/2009 |
| Q: My uncle found a Swedish 1 ore coin while metal detecting on the beach one day. The date of the ... A: You mentioned that this coin was found while metal detecting - typically such coins (especially ... | |
| Coin Value | 8/19/2009 |
| Q: I have 1887 2000 Reis coin circulated. Approximate value? Where to sell? Thank you A: Your Brazilian coins is made of .917 purity silver and should weigh right around 25.5 grams for a ... | |
| 200 guilder gold coin 1976 | 8/18/2009 |
| Q: I am looking for the approx value of the coin. Netherlands Antilles Two Hundred Guilder Gold Coin ... A: Your coin is made of .900 purity gold (22k) and weighs 7.95 grams. The actual gold weigh is 0.23 ... | |
| old french coin | 8/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1793 mint mark BB louis xvi coin. Its made of copper. And hass louis xvi's bust pointing ... A: There are two denominations which exist for this date and mint mark. There is a 12 deniers, which is ... | |
| Freie coin | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: Would like to know some information regarding a coing marked on the front Freie Stadt Frankfurt and ... A: You've got the largest type coin minted by the German state of Frankfurt am Main. An authentic coin ... | |
| Pennies | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: I have (2) 1974 pennies both have a little Kennedy Head stamped on them. One has it above the year ... A: You've got a small collection of privately counter-marked pennies. If you did a Google images search ... | |
| french coin 1850 - 50cent. | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: i have a french silver coin in good condition measuring 20mm across - on the head side it's printed ... A: Your French coin is made of .900 purity silver and should weigh right around 2.5 grams. There are ... | |
| Marshall Islands $50 Silver Proof Milestones of Space Set | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: Dmitry; I posted the following question to Dan recently only to find out he was not available. ... A: These coins are technically equal in legal tender value to the US dollar, however the government of ... | |
| 1902 1oz fine silver one dollar | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: I hope you can help me. thank you. A: You most likely have a privately minted 1 ounce silver bullion round. These were done in many ... | |
| MORE COINS | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: @@@@@IMAGE:31597:Coin-Collecting-2297/2009/08/coins_51.jpg##### ANSWER: The top right coin is a ... A: The first three from the top left aer small Panama coins, I believe 1/2 or medio centesimo. In that ... | |
| more coins | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: @@@@@IMAGE:31597:Coin-Collecting-2297/2009/08/coins_51.jpg##### ANSWER: The top right coin is a ... A: David, I had previously replied on this picture, reply was as follows: The Hungarian 5 korona would ... | |
| Vaticano | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: Dmitry. That is me again :) Could you tell me about this Vatican coin. And thank you again about ... A: =) This is a Stainless stell coin, dating from 1974. It has a fairly low mintage of 830k, however ... | |
| back of 1717 | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: @@@@@IMAGE:31597:Coin-Collecting-2297/2009/08/coins_51.jpg##### ANSWER: The top right coin is a ... A: This is a medal, rather than a coin. I cannot make out the exact inscription to figure out the exact ... | |
| prussia coins pics | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: heres some pic hope they help @@@@@IMAGE:31403:Coin-Collecting-2297/2009/08/coins_50.jpg##### ... A: The Hungarian 5 korona would sell in the $15 to $25 range, probably in the lower end due to the ... | |
| more coins | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: thanks for your previous info and time can you help me with these thanks david A: The top right coin is a modern re-strike of an Austrian thaler, dated 1780-X. These are quite common ... | |
| Need Help Identifying Old Coin | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: I was recently going through my small coin colelction, and found what appears to be an older coin ... A: You've got a British 4 pence or "groat" as they are commonly called. This coin is sterling silver ... | |
| what is it | 8/15/2009 |
| Q: i have a front and back,templet i'll call it. the front has dei gratia 1793 carlus 1111. the back ... A: You appear to have what are commonly referred to as "table medals". These large medals are too big ... | |
| independently minted coin? | 8/15/2009 |
| Q: I have a coin dated 1863 that has a picture of a flag with 14 stars encircling it on the front with ... A: This is a Civil War token, I've attached a photo which I believe is what you have. These were often ... | |
| for sale | 8/14/2009 |
| Q: how much is it worth a1799 silver dollar in mint cond. A: If you are asking about a US silver dollar, there are several varieties for the 1799 date. Either ... | |
| 5 fr 1865 | 8/14/2009 |
| Q: Dmitry. This is Gulnara who asked you about Spanish coin. I bought a few coins. This coin is 5 Fr., ... A: This one may be another upset, since I can tell you just by eye that this is definitely a modern ... | |
| Dutch coins | 8/14/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1903 Netherland half penny in excelland condition It is about 3/8 of an inch in ... A: Your 1903 Dutch half cent is bronze and goes for around $10 if there is no wear at all, $15+ more if ... | |
| coin value | 8/14/2009 |
| Q: I have a coin with FRIEDR WILHELM III KOENIG VON PREUSSEN on the front facing left with EIN THALER ... A: This Thaler is the silver dollar equivalent for the German State of Prussia. The design is indeed a ... | |
| Danske skilling coin dated 1693 | 8/14/2009 |
| Q: I had found this coin in an antique cabinet I bought at an auction. It appears very thin and has a ... A: This coin from Denmark comes in several denominations of skilling, which would usually be around the ... | |
| mexican coin value | 8/14/2009 |
| Q: i have a super small coin that says "republica mexicana" "1842" and then has the numbers "1" and "4" ... A: Your coin comes with several mint marks, which would be found on either side of the small head, near ... | |
| Is this real? | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: can you tell me if this looks real to you? S mint mark, weight is about 26.7 grams, looks really ... A: This is certainly a genuine coin. Anytime you have something that is the correct size and weight you ... | |
| prussia coins pics | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: heres some pic hope they help A: The pictures are helpful. Both appear to be genuine coins, though it's hard to tell if the 1888 coin ... | |
| prussia coins | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: wilhelm III koenig von preussen it also has some lettering on the rim also have 1888 on back with ... A: Your coins are indeed from the German State of Prussia. Both are the German/Prussian equivalents of ... | |
| 1976 proof set | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1976 US proof set that is still in it's original packaging and has never been opened. It ... A: These sets are fairly common, and typically sell for $5 to $8. Your set, in the original postal ... | |
| 1973 redbook | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1973 hardcover redbook with the spine writing starting in the bottem at the center spine ... A: These books are not exactly collectible just yet, however serious dealers and hobbyists still buy ... | |
| 2004-P Texas quarter | 8/12/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2004 Texas quarter with a P mint mark that doesn't appear to have the copper alloy in it. ... A: I've noticed that the clad edge is not always 50/50 copper to copper-nickel. Many appear to be ... | |
| coins | 8/12/2009 |
| Q: i have a sooter silver medallion 1985, also italy 1955 with a whale and a 5 on one side and on the ... A: I know I am not the expert that you had originally asked these questions. They had forwarded this ... | |
| misprinted pennies | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: I have (2) 1974 pennies | |