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| Presidential Commemorative Medallion | 11/19/2009 |
Q: Aloha Joe, I found a coin just like the one listed below, except on the front of mine it has a ...
A: No news on these. I remember as a kid that one of the oil companies did a promotion where they ...
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| 1863 Penny | 11/19/2009 |
Q: I have an 1863 indian head penny (13 stars on the front) and on the back the words Army & Navy wiyth ...
A: This is not a penny. It is a "Hard Times Token". When small change was limited in the 1800's, ...
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| 1863 coin | 11/19/2009 |
Q: It is a 1863 coin. looks like a penny but does not say one cent. It has an indian head on the front ...
A: These are known as "Hard Times Tokens". Small change was in limited supply in the Civil War years. ...
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| $20 1967 monument coin | 11/18/2009 |
Q: I have a gold looking coin with the queen Elizabeth II D G Regina on 1 side and coat of arms with ...
A: My catalog shows a $20 Gold coin minted in 1967 that bears the likeness of Queen Elizabeth II and ...
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| I have a rare coin | 11/17/2009 |
Q: I have a error coin,its called an eleven cent piece i believe,its a penny with a dime struck on it ...
A: I have handled quite a few of these and depending upon the date and condition, if it was already ...
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| coin dealer | 11/16/2009 |
Q: Joe, my father is looking to sell some old coins that he has. do you know of a reliable buyer in ...
A: Do you have an inventory or description of what is involved? I would be able to give you basic ...
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| silver proof sets | 11/16/2009 |
Q: i think they were around 800,000 sets total.i have been watching over 5 years and have seen alot ...
A: An experienced eye can see the difference in the surface of silver and clad coins. Will some people ...
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| Selling and buying coins | 11/14/2009 |
Q: Good evening. I was reading your area of expertise. What is the best US coins to invest in at this ...
A: My opinion is that as the economy tightens up more, hobbies will be put on the back burner. Many ...
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| coins | 11/13/2009 |
Q: My father was a coin collector and had a coin/stamp shop for many years when he retired from the ...
A: My specialty is US coinage and I would be more than happy to work with you on this. Since your ...
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| copper quarter | 11/12/2009 |
Q: I FOUND A 1999 CONNECTICUT COPPER QUARTER, IS THERE A VALUE TO IT AND HOW DID THIS. Thanks Dick
A: I assume your quarter is missing the nickel layer. Yes it does have collector value. I suggest you ...
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| miss strike dime | 11/11/2009 |
Q: My son found a dime that has a rather large bump on the back side with the torch and leaf design ...
A: Was the bump caused by a depression on the flip side of the coin? If not, it's probably just a ...
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| silver ingots | 11/11/2009 |
Q: I inherited a bunch of random silver ingots and I was wondering where to find more information. ...
A: You're in luck. We buy and sell silver. I need to know what the weight of the ingots is, what the ...
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| dime that looks like a quarter | 11/4/2009 |
Q: I also have a dime that has a quarter print on it!!! do you think i could take this to a coin ...
A: Can you see the design of the dime at all or just the quarter? What about the date on the coin, and ...
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| odd 2000 penny size of a nickel | 11/4/2009 |
Q: I recently found an odd 2000 penny the diameter of a nickel and more the color of a nickel than a ...
A: This could be a number of things. #1, a cent struck on a nickel planchet. #2 and cent struck on ...
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| $1 siver certificate | 11/4/2009 |
Q: im hoping you can help me find out the value of a 1935A $1 silver certificate, but it has a gold ...
A: The 1935A Hawaii $1 Note is worth anywhere from $20 to $50 in used condition. and anywhere from $100 ...
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| 2004 aqnd 2005 misprint nickels | 11/2/2009 |
Q: I have 1 2004 with face ok but on back has united states of America and Louisiana purchase and 1803 ...
A: These nickels are part of a 2 year commemorative series. They are not errors or misprints. They ...
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| 1976 Penny | 11/2/2009 |
Q: I have in my possession a 1976 penny with a small engraving of the state of Washington with the ...
A: The outline of the state was done after it left the US Mint. These are pretty common and used as ...
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| 1810 capped bust half dollar | 10/31/2009 |
Q: I was hoping you could answer a question that i have been trying to find out about. I have an 1810 ...
A: I really don't have any specific information on the overlapping inscription. Now have I seen one. ...
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| 2000 liberty gold $5 coin | 10/30/2009 |
Q: How much is a 2000 liberty 5 dollar gold coin worth? I THINK it says 5/10 fine gold. It is ...
A: If you are referring to a $5 American Gold Eagle coin, it contains 1/10 oz pure gold and would be ...
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| gold coin | 10/29/2009 |
Q: 1/2 cent on one side, face with stars around it on the other. Is it worth anything?
A: Does the coin say 1/2 cent? Or simply 1/2? They did not produce 1/2 cent gold coins however they ...
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| new to collecting | 10/28/2009 |
Q: a few questions from a "wannabe" collector: What advice would you give a new coin collector? So far ...
A: Welcome to the hobby! I deal primarily in US coinage and I know of no US coins witha railroad ...
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| Estate Valuation of Coin Collection | 10/26/2009 |
Q: For my family, I need to get an evaluation of my parents coin collection. The collection is mostly ...
A: If you make up an inventory, I will come up with a number for you. It can be pretty simple like, ...
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| 1943 Penny | 10/25/2009 |
Q: while sorting a jar of 1943-D pennies, we noticed the "D" Mint mark on all the coins to be in pretty ...
A: I guess it depends on what is "considerably lower". The engravers of the dies are human and it is ...
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| liberty coin | 10/24/2009 |
Q: i'm currently agonising over selling my late grandfathers 1903 20 dollar liberty gold coin ....it ...
A: If you have bills to pay, sell it. It is found money to you. Depending upon the condition, it can ...
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| planchet nickel | 10/23/2009 |
Q: I have a nickel that is missing the face. You can see just a smooth outline. The back is perfect. ...
A: If the coin hasn't been tampered with, it is probably the result of not enough pressure on the dies ...
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| coin collectability and value | 10/22/2009 |
Q: 1917 king george V 3 pence coin 1937 king george V1 crown 1953 ELIZABETH 11 FIVE SHILLING + 1960 ...
A: The 3 Pence is worth about 50 cents for the silver content, other than that it is pretty common. ...
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| Straits Settlement King Edward VII 1903 $1 silver coin | 10/22/2009 |
Q: May I know what is the value of Straits Settlement King Edward VII 1903 $1 silver coin in VF ...
A: There are 2 varieties of this date. The 1903B cam eith a raised mintmark and an incuse mintmark. ...
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| mint error 2007 Jefferson Nickle P | 10/21/2009 |
Q: I've received as change a 2007 Jefferson Nickle with the tail side blank. The edge has a slight lib ...
A: I would have to inspect the coin to answer your question. Do you want to send it to me? If so, ...
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| 1944 steel penny | 10/20/2009 |
Q: I found obtained several 1944 pennies, I was wondering if they were worth anything. Or do I go ahead ...
A: We can start by you sending me a good picture (closeup, if possible) of both sides. The next step ...
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| 1928 $5000.00 bill | 10/19/2009 |
Q: I have a friend who thinks he has found a $5000.00 dollar bill from 1928. It was from the ...
A: I am pretty sure this should be a FEDERAL RESERVE NOTE not a National Bank Note. It is the same ...
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| 1851 Baldwin S.M.V.California Gold Twenty Dollar Coin | 10/17/2009 |
Q: Greetings Joe. I just found this coin in a drawer in our home. How do I find out if it is ...
A: Baldwin coins, if genuine, are very rare. However many copies were made. The most conclusive way ...
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| 1985 Error Coins | 10/16/2009 |
Q: I have an image attached of two 1985 pennies. One looks like the finish is bubbled or something, ...
A: The plating error is just that. The plachet probably had some grease on it. I have never handled ...
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| 1985 Error Coins | 10/16/2009 |
Q: I have an image attached of two 1985 pennies. One looks like the finish is bubbled or something, ...
A: I never saw any images so it make this tough. 1985 pennies are copper plated zinc so I ma guessing ...
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| Mercury Head Dimes | 10/16/2009 |
Q: I have the complete collection of mercury head dimes. What would the value of this collection be ...
A: Provided you have all of the dates and mintmarks including the 1916-D, 1921, 1921-D, 1942/1 and ...
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| 5 dollar gold coin | 10/15/2009 |
Q: joe - i have a 1910 five dollar indian head gold coin. the initials of BLR or BLP appear over the ...
A: I would have to see it but it is worth at least $250 and can go into the thousands if it's a gem. ...
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| Morgan & Peace Dollars | 10/14/2009 |
Q: I started collecting when I was a kid, 45 years ago. Now a grandfather has passed leaving his ...
A: Where ar you located? I am in NY and I would do a free appraisal for you if you can get to me. I ...
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| Morgan dollars | 10/13/2009 |
Q: I have about 20 Morgan dollars and I would like to know the value of them. They range from 1870 to ...
A: Every date is different. Also the condition plays a role in evaluating them. Let's assume for ...
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| 1959 Penny misstamped | 10/13/2009 |
Q: Joe, I found in my pocket change, a 1959 penny which I didn't find unusual until I took a closer ...
A: Yes I have heard of them and handled them. The condition is paramount in this type of error. I ...
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| i am unable to identify a coin | 10/12/2009 |
Q: i have this coin in a foreign language it sems to be middle eastrn or russian it has a smaller gold ...
A: Unfortunately, from your description, it doesn't ring a bell. I would need pictures to try to cross ...
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| coins | 10/11/2009 |
Q: i have a 1935 silver dollar in very good condition,do you know the worth of it?,,,,,,,,,,also i have ...
A: The 1935 SIlver Dollar, which wa sthe last year of the true silver dollars, is worth $12 in used ...
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| quarter/dime? | 10/10/2009 |
Q: Joe, I have what looks like a dime but has George Washingtons face on it and is basically a quarter ...
A: These are known as "wrong planchet strikes". I have handled a number of these. Currently I pay ...
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| State Quarter mint defect | 10/8/2009 |
Q: I have a Georgia State quarter that has the copper core coming through a face. It appears new and ...
A: if the whole side was missing, I would say yes, but simply that the nickel layer in tin in one spot ...
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| gold | 10/7/2009 |
Q: Where is the best place to invest/purchase a gold coin? We want out of stock market. Thanks, D
A: Our company helps people diversify their portfolios with precious metals (gold, silver and platinum) ...
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| info on coin please | 10/6/2009 |
Q: i have a coin that is grey and the front of it says " CAROL.III.D.G. HISP.ETIND.R 1805 " AND THE ...
A: It sounds like it might be a Spanish 2 Reales but without knowing what it is made of, I can not be ...
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| old pennies | 9/27/2009 |
Q: I have a chance to buy some old pennies. 1793 Large Liberty, 1852 3 cent & 1798 Liberty and is this ...
A: The REDBOOK is retail pricing. Certainly on these do not pay over REDBOOK values. Also, if they are ...
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| Iraqi gold coin | 9/27/2009 |
Q: I have a gold coin from Iraq it is solid gold and from 1981 i think. I have searched the internet ...
A: I checked the Catalog of World Coins and see nothing like this from Iraq. What is on the other side ...
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| Foreign Coins | 9/26/2009 |
Q: How much is elizabeth coins worth and where do I take them to exchange for cash
A: First off, there were a number of countries that had Queen Elizabeth on their coins. So not knowing ...
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| Double Stamped half dollar | 9/25/2009 |
Q: My neighbor just came over with a perfectly double stamped half dollar. The local drug store gave it ...
A: If you are referring to a half dollar that has no "heads", only "tails", it is a magician's coin. ...
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| coin | 9/25/2009 |
Q: I have a gold coin the size of a dime. Liberty face on front and the date is 1904 it also has stars ...
A: What you have is a 1904 $2.50 gold piece, not a dime. Gold coins circulated until 1932 as legal ...
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| 1880 Morgan Silver Dollar | 9/23/2009 |
Q: I will ask this as specifically as I can. WE have an 1880 Morgan Silver Dollar we would like to try ...
A: 1880 is a common date coin, they made 12,600,000 of them. Even in mint condition, which your's may ...
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| 1851 large cent penny | 9/23/2009 |
Q: i have a penney i found and was wondering the value of it. I am sending some pictures along to help ...
A: I have seen these many times. The coin was altered after it left the mint. Had it not been altered, ...
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| halfcent. | 9/22/2009 |
Q: i have a 1834 halfcent veryfine that is counterstamp on back of coin WMC CAN U TELL ME MORE ABOUT ...
A: Anyone can counterstrike a coin. We don't know when it was done. However, back in the early ...
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| Napoleon 1860 20 Cent silver coin | 9/19/2009 |
Q: What is the value of: Napoleon 1860 20 Cent silver coin; 1871 US one cent; 1767 Ludvig XV (AMOUNT?) ...
A: I specialize in US coins and really know very little about foreign pieces. the US Cent, an 1871 ...
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| signed $10 bill | 9/18/2009 |
Q: My father gave to me many years ago a signed $10 bill that was signed by his father back in the ...
A: From my experience, "National Bank Notes" of this type sell for between $50 and $200 if it's a crisp ...
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| double-stamped penny | 9/18/2009 |
Q: I have a 1981 D penny that was double stamped at the top of Lincoln's head. The second stamp added a ...
A: These are quite common. Great conversation piece, but not worth a whole lot of money. They trade ...
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| coin Value | 9/2/2009 |
Q: I have three half dollars and an Indian head penny and would like to know the value of these coins. ...
A: The 1892 Columbian Expo halves trade for about $10 each in ExtraFine condition. In Mint condition, ...
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| the american prospector | 9/1/2009 |
Q: my dad has a American prospector on the front it has USA on the left one the right it has 1984 on ...
A: What you have is a 1 oz. pure silver Prospector medallion produced by the englehard refinery. These ...
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| coin | 8/31/2009 |
Q: I have a USA coin that has 100 cents on it and say in the middle of coin, GOLOID. metric 1-G ...
A: This is a coin that was never minted. It was a pattern for a dollar coin, of which many patterns ...
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| Coin Market Value | 8/30/2009 |
Q: Greetings to you. This is Ramadoss from Tamil Nadu, India. I am having Taj mahal Medallion from ...
A: My only suggestion is to contact Gold Quest directly. Since it it a medallion, it is probably only ...
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| 1700 Vtraque Vnum | 8/29/2009 |
Q: I just found a coin with the following: REX PHILIP A D G HISPAN ET IND with a crown and shield in ...
A: This sounds like a Pillar Dollar, however I an not sure they were made in 1700. The M with a small ...
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| lincoln's cents | 8/29/2009 |
Q: hey what's the difference between a normal Lincoln cent to a sms Lincoln cent and how to identify ...
A: SMS means Special Mint Set. These were produced in 1965, 66 and 67 because in those years, no proof ...
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| Dollar Bills | 8/18/2009 |
Q: I have 34 series B 1963 one dollar bills my mother has saved that have Joseph W. Brown as the ...
A: Are you referring to Joseph Barr? If so, these became known as Barr Notes. I believe he held the ...
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| misprint zinc coin | 8/18/2009 |
Q: I have found a 1938 Lincoln Wheat penny. I have taken it to my local dealer who believes it to be a ...
A: Zinc plated steel cents were struck in 1943 and a few were made in 1944 by accident. Is it possible ...
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| rare coins | 8/18/2009 |
Q: what is the value of a 1923 silver dollar liberty peace coin with a raised line from the dot that ...
A: 1923 is a common date for the Peace Dollar series. Unless your coin is in mint condition, it is ...
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| 2009 $20 double eagle | 8/17/2009 |
Q: I bought a coin "DOUBLE EAGLE" that was shipped to me by the US MINT on 03-11-2009. I have all the ...
A: Contact PCGS and explain the situation to them. Normally, they require submission of the coin ...
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| 1987 Penny with a raised mark | 8/14/2009 |
Q: I have a 1987 penny with a raised mark on the obverse located around the height of Lincoln's ear and ...
A: That was caused by a scratch in the die. Scratches result in raised metal on the coin when the coin ...
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| coin information | 8/13/2009 |
Q: 8 yrs ago at a moving sale, a widowed old woman had a box of coins looking at them i saw a few ...
A: I really would have to see the coins but maybe this will help. The Continental Currency coin, if it ...
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| Indian Head Pennies | 8/11/2009 |
Q: I am trying to help a friend with some Indian Head Pennies, after several hours on line, I am shock ...
A: First off, there are a tremendous amount of counterfeit coins coming out of China and not just ...
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| One sided quarter | 8/10/2009 |
Q: I recently had a quarter handed back to me in change. After i had left the store i noticed that one ...
A: Chances are it was tampered with. When a coin is struck, the die for the obverse (front) and the ...
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| US quarter half copper. | 8/10/2009 |
Q: I found a 1980 quarter that appears to be half copper. The bottom side is regular nickel but the top ...
A: It sounds to me like a delamination error. Since the coins are "sandwich", copper core with nickel ...
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| dime 1995 d | 8/9/2009 |
Q: i have a dime that is bigger around then a regular one and the writing liberty is upside down. it ...
A: You should send the coin to the Numismatic Guarantee Corporation in Sarasota Florida for ...
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| george washington coin | 8/3/2009 |
Q: My aunt found this coin in my grandfather's things when he passed this last fall, and we were just ...
A: It is probably some sort of commemorative medal. Since you didn't mention a denomination (legal ...
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| 1976 stitched closed "P"Mint $50 bag of pennies | 8/3/2009 |
Q: I wanted to find out the best way to go about selling this bag of pennies I inherited from my ...
A: Sorry it took so long to get back to you, I was travelling on business with no internet available. ...
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| 2004 1 oz .999 silver dollar coin | 8/1/2009 |
Q: i have a question i recently received a 1oz .999 2004 dollar coin and its actually pretty thick it ...
A: Sorry it took so long to get back to you, I was travelling on business with no internet available. ...
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| 2006 South Dakota Error? | 8/1/2009 |
Q: I don't know if this is anything special but a found a 2006 P South Dakota quarter at work from a ...
A: Sorry it took so long to get back to you, I was travelling on business with no internet available. ...
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| Foriegn papper currency | 7/31/2009 |
Q: What would a one dollar 1928 shanghai one dollar worth good condition
A: Sorry it took so long to get back to you, I was travelling on business with no internet available. ...
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| Coin Values | 7/30/2009 |
Q: My mother found a bag of coins in her safe deposit box do they have any value or should we sell them ...
A: Sorry it took so long to get back to you, I was travelling on business with no internet available. ...
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| 1919 Lincoln | 7/30/2009 |
Q: I have a 1919 Lincoln cent. On the reverse side it is misprinted. It's missing the first A in ...
A: The missing "A" could be caused simply by wear or more likely is that there was grease in the die ...
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| NETHERLANDS, ten gulden, 1897 of Wilhelmina, jeweller's copy? | 7/29/2009 |
Q: I have a Gold coin from the Netherlands dated 1897 10 Guilders 1897 of Wilhemina. There is a raised ...
A: It is most likely a replica used for identification purposes by banks and bullion dealers. The fact ...
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| thick dime | 7/29/2009 |
Q: I have a 1994 dime (P) with a thick ridge around the perimeter. About double thickness of an ...
A: It is a legitimate mint error. I believe the term used to describe it is a "railroad rim" because ...
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| huge volume of a hoarder's coins | 7/28/2009 |
Q: I have in my possession my father's collection of all sorts of coins, domestic and foreign I ...
A: I know that sorting through that many coins is a dubious task. If you like, I will sort it and ...
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| 1995 copper quarter | 7/27/2009 |
Q: Hylas, I recently came across a 1995 quarter that looks like copper to me. It looks work although ...
A: It sounds to me like the layers (copper core and nickel layers) have delaminated. A sure sign would ...
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| Spanish reals | 7/27/2009 |
Q: Question 1-I recently acquired a 1786 Spanish 2 reals (two bits) coin in fair to good condition. ...
A: First off, never clean a coin, especially with silver polish. This ruins the value. As for the ...
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| 1965 Quarter | 7/26/2009 |
Q: I found a 1965 quarter that is solid copper. I had people say that some one probable just melted the ...
A: First off, these coins in 1965 were a 3 layer sandwich of a copper core and nickel. There have been ...
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| double headed quarter | 7/26/2009 |
Q: is it possible to have a real double heade quarter. It is of the new states quarter P. mint . It ...
A: Technically Jacob, it is impossible to have a genuine 2 headed quarter. The process for striking a ...
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| Gold Double Eagle | 7/26/2009 |
Q: i have tried to find out some information about it but don't seem to have much luck, i have looked ...
A: The blob is probably the letter "S". That would signify that the coin was minted in San Francisco. ...
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| 1854 O Coronet Double Eagle $20 D -copy | 7/25/2009 |
Q: I have been looking for information about the coin I listed and have found little information...it ...
A: Kellogg $20's are extremely rare. Yours is indeed a copy fo a genuine coin. Copies of extremely ...
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| U S penny | 7/25/2009 |
Q: I've found a penny, date uncertain, but fairly new, which is the same size as a regular one, but was ...
A: Off-center coins are not that rare. I have handled quite a few over the years and they are ...
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| 1863 Indian head curiosity | 7/24/2009 |
Q: I recently acquired an 1863 Indian head penny with the back side being an advertising for AM ...
A: Trade tokens were somewhat common in the late 1800's when small coinage was scarce and merchants ...
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| Starting a coin collection | 7/17/2009 |
Q: I am 43 and my son is 14 and we have puttered with a few coins here and there but have no clue what ...
A: The first thing I will say is that in this economy, collectibles are coming down in value. Many ...
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| coins | 7/16/2009 |
Q: I have 300 1985 American prospector 1 troy once coins and they are all in the original package all ...
A: Silver is trading at $13.25 so each is worth that amount. As to what they will be worth in the ...
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| Value of Iranian Pahlavi Gold Coins | 7/15/2009 |
Q: I have about 18 gold coins from Iran - "Pahlavis". In researching the value of these, I noticed ...
A: In all of my 30 years trading gold coins, I have never seen a Pahlavi trade for more than gold ...
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| strange coin | 7/14/2009 |
Q: I found a coin buried in the dirt the other day that is obviously very old. Its fairly faded and is ...
A: It sounds more like a drink token or exchange token. The reason I say that is NCO is probably ...
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| $2 dollar bills | 7/13/2009 |
Q: i have 50 $2 dollar bills in sequence from the 70s how much are they worth.
A: Since they are in sequence, I assume they are in mint condition. These would all be dated 1975 with ...
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| a funny-looking penny | 7/13/2009 |
Q: I have penny that seems to have been imprinted off-center. It has only half of Lincoln's face. The ...
A: That is what is known as an "off-center cent", your description was right on. Not a rare occurence. ...
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| 1952 steel penny | 7/13/2009 |
Q: I have a 1952 steel penny, but I cannot find any websites that give me any evidence that it even ...
A: Steel pennies were made for mass relaease in 1943 however a few were accidently produced in 1944. ...
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| please help to identify us coin | 7/12/2009 |
Q: i have a copper courled us coin. on one side is george washington with his name and the words 1st ...
A: This is a commemmorative medal not a coin since it have no denomination such as 5 cnets, 25 cents, ...
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| Selling U.S. Mint Coins | 7/11/2009 |
Q: What is the best procedure for selling U.S. Mint Coin Sets; Platinum, Gold, and Silver. How does a ...
A: This is a tough market to be selling modern issue US sets in. Due to the fact that people need ...
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| 100 dollar bills from 1930's | 7/10/2009 |
Q: Do you how I can find out if 100 dollar bill is worth anything? Are there specific markings?
A: Paper money really needs to be crisp uncirculated to be worth any premium if it's not from the ...
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| coin IDs | 7/9/2009 |
Q: I have found 2 gold (gold colored coins) in our collection that I am trying to find out if they are ...
A: The 1912 sounds to me to be a Great Britain Gold Sovereign. These are worth about $225 The second ...
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| 1926 lincoln cent struck on one side only | 6/30/2009 |
Q: what is the value of this coin?it has been in circulation but is in really good condition
A: When a coin is struck, both sides are struck simultaneously. Technically, what you have is ...
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| 2002 Louisiana quarter | 6/30/2009 |
Q: Which variation of 2002 Louisiana quarter would have all the characteristics of a silver quarter but ...
A: If you have an accurate gram scale, weigh the coin. Copper-Nickel coins weigh 5.67 grams. The ...
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| 1922 cent | 6/26/2009 |
Q: I found a 1922 penny with no mint mark when I was tearing down a house in the 60's. I have kept it ...
A: Go to www.NGCcoin.com You can send them the coin with you check to cover the fees and they will ...
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| 1783 Nova Constellatio | 6/25/2009 |
Q: I was going through my fathers/grandmothers things and came across a 1783 Nova Constellatio (1000) ...
A: The first step and easiest would be to check if the coin is silver. If not, it is a copy. If you ...
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| penny | 6/24/2009 |
Q: My dad had a wheat penny and it only has 195 as the date the other number was not rub off it was ...
A: Errors such as these are not uncommon. Often it occurs from there being grease in the dies when the ...
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| phoenix bucks | 6/24/2009 |
Q: a token like coin worth a dollar do you have any information on these or know how i could find out ...
A: There are a few small cities and towns producing their own script for commercial purposes. The idea ...
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| value of coin | 6/23/2009 |
Q: don't know much about coins, but ill try to describe the best I can.Image of Spaniard with helmet ...
A: This is a silver "Balboa" from Panama. A balboa is the equivalent of our dollar coin. If the coin ...
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| dime front with half dollar back | 6/23/2009 |
Q: i found a smaller than normal looking coin. it has the front of a dime dated 1976, however, on the ...
A: It sounds to me like a copy or replica, possibley some sort of novelty coin. Since the 2 genuine ...
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| 1874 half dollar, how to figure a value. | 6/22/2009 |
Q: My uncle recently gave me his small coin collection as a gift, and one that caught me eye was an ...
A: If there is a mintmark, it would be under the eagle on the reverse. There may be a "CC" denoting ...
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| quarters | 6/19/2009 |
Q: Mr. Hylas, My father-in-law passed away and he had collected many rolls of uncirculated state ...
A: The series is really too new to have appreciated much. Personally I don't even stock them anymore ...
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| indian head penny | 6/18/2009 |
Q: i looked at a chart and it says they are worth about 6.00. if it is truly uncirculated, is it worth ...
A: Assuming the coin is genuine and not counterfeit, an uncirculated 1862 Indian Cent is worth between ...
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| coin | 6/17/2009 |
Q: I RECENTLY PURCHASED SOME COINS & IN THEM WERE 6 OR 7 PRESIDENT DOUBLE EAGLE , 1984 LINCOLN 175th ...
A: These must be tokens of some sort, not US Mint coins. They simply didn't make anything like that. I ...
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| george washington dollar missing clad layer | 6/17/2009 |
Q: My name is josh, I have a George Washington presidential dollar that has been graded by ANACS in ...
A: The mirror finsih coins are proof coins, however since they have circulated, there value has dropped ...
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| 1909s vdb | 6/11/2009 |
Q: Is there a way to tell if it is a real one or a fake. I have a raw one. Thanks
A: I suggest having the coin certified by either PCGS or NGC. But, take a look at the S mintmark. This ...
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| double stamped coin | 6/11/2009 |
Q: I have a coin , with the back of a dime on onesied and the other side is a penny stamp lincon ...
A: you have a trick or magician's coin. I have one here on my desk. The front is a dime and the back ...
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| old coins | 6/10/2009 |
Q: Can you recommend a reputable dealer in the Kansas City Metro area who would appraise and perhaps ...
A: I don't know any dealers in your area. The only thing I can suggest is to take the collection to ...
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| US Silver Eagles | 6/9/2009 |
Q: From what I understand there are basically two types of Silver Eagles; the proof and the mint. I ...
A: Mint Condition coins are merely uncirculated. Proof coins are made by a differnt process and highly ...
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| 1982-1984 olympic gold token? | 6/9/2009 |
Q: I have recently found a gold commemorative gold token. It does not have a value on it, so not a ...
A: I have never handled one of those. First off, you would need to determine if it is infact gold or ...
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| two headed coin | 6/9/2009 |
Q: Florida. I have recently come across a (what I belive is) fifty cent piece, and on each side is a ...
A: This is a magician's coin, you will always win the flip. They sell in novelty and magic shops for ...
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| ANACS Certified MS-70 Silver Eagle | 6/8/2009 |
Q: I have recently been approached my the Numis Network https://www.numisnetwork.com/silverdollar. ...
A: MLM means Multi Level Marketing. Traditionally that means everyone makes something on the item. ...
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| 1958 Lincoln cent | 6/8/2009 |
Q: I have a 1958 D Lincoln cent that seems normal except that it is thinner then a normal penny and ...
A: I have seen this before. Some enterprising person figured out that pennies are close in size to ...
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| Polished Coin | 6/5/2009 |
Q: Help! How can I remove the polish from a supposedly uncirculated "pristine" coin?
A: If you mean nail polish, you would need acetone. Let the coin soak overnight to soften it up. Any ...
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| Coin grades | 6/4/2009 |
Q: Purchase most coins from mint but know about standings of the 3 top grading companies, PCGS, NGC and ...
A: Grading is definitely subjective. I have been grading coins for 40+ years and even now, I can't see ...
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| New Hampshire Quarter | 6/3/2009 |
Q: I found a quarter today at work its not in terrible condition but not mint by any means. The ...
A: This can happen in a number of ways. Certainly the possibility of a poor strike is one option ...
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| coin value | 6/2/2009 |
Q: i have a coin with one side marked " REPUBLICA PERUANA LIMA POZG 1913" and the other sided " VERDAD ...
A: I believe you are referring to a Peruvian Gold 1 Libra coin. They contain just under 1/4 oz of pure ...
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| coin value | 5/31/2009 |
Q: My wife just found a circulated nickle with the Jefferson head stamped on the front but nothing has ...
A: The coin would have to be weighed and inspected. Due to the process of minting, both sides are ...
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| victoria regina coin | 5/30/2009 |
Q: tiny in size aprox the same size as my nail on my little finger, it has a pic of a woman with her ...
A: That would be St George. It was a common design part of British coinage. This is probably from the ...
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| 1975 Belize proof silver $5 coin worth | 5/29/2009 |
Q: How much is the 1975 Silver proof $5 coin worth, it's in great condition. Thanks Ian
A: There were 2 issues. One was silver and in Proof Condition, and one was copper/nickel in mint ...
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| Kansas Centennial Coin Collection | 5/28/2009 |
Q: My grandmother has the entire set(every county) of Kansas Centennial coins. They are all in good ...
A: These are commemorative medals, not coins. My expertise is in coins produced by the US Mint. You ...
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| old coins | 5/28/2009 |
Q: Can you recommend a reputable dealer in the Kansas City Metro area who would appraise and perhaps ...
A: I can do even better. If you send me a list with date, denomination, and a general idea of the ...
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| 1985 american double eagle | 5/27/2009 |
Q: I found a liberty american double eagle (american mint) coin and I am unable to locate any ...
A: The US Mint did not produce double egales in 1985, this is probably a copy of the original gold ...
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| Californai Gold 1/2 | 5/26/2009 |
Q: I would like to know more about the coin that says'California Gold" with the 1/2 written on it ...
A: What you have is a copy of a genuine California Gold Coin. Genuine ones say 1/2 D., or 1/2 Dollar, ...
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| gold dollar coin | 5/21/2009 |
Q: i just found in my grandfather's stuff (he just passed) a gold dollar coin with an indian woman on ...
A: O would denote New Orleans. Morgans were minted from 1878 to 1921, so those before that 1878 date ...
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| gold dollar coin | 5/21/2009 |
Q: i just found in my grandfather's stuff (he just passed) a gold dollar coin with an indian woman on ...
A: There were a couple of varieties in the 2000-P Sacagawea Dollar Coins. Some of them are quite ...
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| nickel made from slag, I think. | 5/20/2009 |
Q: I got a nickel that on the head side look pretty normal except a few pin holes but on the tail side ...
A: The pin holes may indcate where there was corrosion. If the coin sat in acid, that would explain ...
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| melt value | 5/20/2009 |
Q: I have morgan and peace dollars I inherited in June 2005, sold in april 2008. How do I find out the ...
A: Based on the average price for those months, (June '05 and Apr '08) Your cost basis would be .77344 ...
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| 1856 flying eagle proofs | 5/14/2009 |
Q: I need to know exactly who distributed the Flying Eagle proofs to congress in late 1856 or early ...
A: Good question Ron. I know that Snowden requested that Longacre design the coin modeled after ...
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| Gold Sovereign of Edward VII | 5/12/2009 |
Q: I have a gold Sovereign of Edward VII. OBV: Bare head of Edward VII right EDWARDVS VII ...
A: You can certainly sell it on eBay, or bring it to a local coin dealer of even a jeweler. You coin ...
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| Quarter | 5/4/2009 |
Q: Joe, I was reading your other messages online. Is a quarter with heads on both sides always a magic ...
A: Janet, Unfortunately, yes. When a coin is struck, both side are struck simultaneously. I have ...
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| Cleaning pennies | 4/30/2009 |
Q: First, whats the best way to clean a penny? Second does it lose its value if you do clean a penny? ...
A: Coins should never be cleaned, it ruins the value. The only exception I would make is if the coin is ...
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| 1994 S Clad Proof Quarter | 4/29/2009 |
Q: I bought this way back it was cheap and is in MINT condition and i have the bill of sale tucked away ...
A: There were millions of 1994-S quarters mints and MILLIONS are still in gem condition. I have seen ...
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| collection of pope coins | 4/27/2009 |
Q: I have a set of 5 coins of popes of the XX Century dating from 1958 and I would like to know how ...
A: They sound like Papal Medals. That's a whole new ballgame. There is a dealer by the name of Peter ...
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| US Presidents Gold Coin | 4/26/2009 |
Q: I have a 1789-1989 gold coin, the 30 Presidents of the United States gold coin, is there any value ...
A: As far as I know, these were not produced by the US Mint. Possibly they were made by a private ...
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| collection of pope coins | 4/24/2009 |
Q: I have a set of 5 coins of popes of the XX Century dating from 1958 and I would like to know how ...
A: What country are they from, what are they made of, which popes and what years are the coins dated. ...
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| I need help. I don't know where to go for value | 4/20/2009 |
Q: I have quite a few 1/2 dollars & silver dollars. I have no idea how much they worth. I am ...
A: Look into them all Jill. Easiest would be to acquire a copy of the Guidebook to US Coins bt R.S. ...
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| 2009 lincoln penny | 4/19/2009 |
Q: I have 2 rolls of new pennys. one p and one d. the p mint mark is missing and these rolls are sealed ...
A: I checked the US Mint website and this is what they say: In recognition of the bicentennial of ...
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| Return To Monticello set; 'Satin Finish' or not? How can you tell? | 4/18/2009 |
Q: We are just starting to inventory our coin collection, so that we can post it properly online ...
A: If the coin were a satin, it would be noted on the ICG holder. First day of issue and first strike ...
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| What is a numismatist | 4/17/2009 |
Q: What qualifies a person as and how does one become a Professional Nnumismatist?
A: A numismatist is a person who studies, and is knowledgable about coins. Actaully, anyone can be a ...
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| 1907 Saint $20 Gold Coin | 3/30/2009 |
Q: I have a student who brought in a coin and it looks like the 1907 Saint Gaudens Double Eagle High ...
A: When they started minting $20 St Gauden's Gold Pieces, they were all HIGH RELIEF coins with Roman ...
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| 1907 Saint $20 Gold Coin | 3/30/2009 |
Q: I have a student who brought in a coin and it looks like the 1907 Saint Gaudens Double Eagle High ...
A: There are a couple of ways to do that. #1 You can send it to Numismatic Guarantee Corporation in ...
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| value of coins | 3/30/2009 |
Q: I have a 5 dollar gold piece dated 1894 in mint condition. what is it worth? 1cent Indian head-1890 ...
A: The 1894 mint condition $5 is probably worth about $250 The Indian cent is damaged and really has no ...
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| The best way to give a silver coin rainbow toning | 3/29/2009 |
Q: I have a high grade Morgan silver dollar, and think it would be worth more if it had rainbow ...
A: That's easy. Toning is the result of oxidation. Leave the coin exposed to the air for, oh 10-15 ...
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| misstamped US quarter | 3/24/2009 |
Q: I have a 1997 US quarter, Montana. It is missing its nickle clad on the face - copper shows. What ...
A: Is the front of the coins struck with the design? I am trying to determine if the clad layer was ...
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| 20.00 Gold Coin | 3/24/2009 |
Q: I saw you were asked a question on 2/14/09 about a Blake Co. Assayers $20.00 gold coin and I to have ...
A: The easiest way is to first check to see if it says "COPY" or "REPLICA" anywhere on it. Most copies ...
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| Quarters/value | 3/23/2009 |
Q: I have 40 silver quarters with dates from 1945 to 1952 could any of these be of value? ANSWER: Hi ...
A: Look in the local phone book. Chances are the dealers will offer you between $70 and $80 for the 40 ...
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| 1974 Aluminum Penny | 3/22/2009 |
Q: I have what seems to be a 1974 aluminum penny. I know about them being made and not put into ...
A: There have been reports of 1974 and 1975 aluminum cents. Some did make it into circulation but it ...
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| half dollar with mexican coin in center | 3/21/2009 |
Q: I have a 1971 half dollar , when it was dropped a mexican coin (an eagle with a snake in its mouth, ...
A: I would really have to see it Katryn. Coins were hollowed in the past in an effort to smuggle ...
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| Kennedy half | 3/20/2009 |
Q: I found a Kennedy that has the reverse printed on both sides. It is not silver, so I assume it it ...
A: Sure, these are magician's coins. This way you always win the "flip" of the coin. They are sold in ...
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| Coin values | 3/19/2009 |
Q: I have a friend that has some silver coins from his grandfather. My grandfather wants to purchase ...
A: Any retail price guide that is updated on a regular basis will give you a guideline. Something like ...
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| Prices | 3/19/2009 |
Q: Please recommend a good, no-charge website that provides a current price list of all US coins. ...
A: I know of no "No Charge" website that give objective prices for all US Coins. I suggest you pruchase ...
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| Proofs and Oddity | 3/18/2009 |
Q: Getting back into coin collecting and wanted to know if there are some pitfalls to avoid in ...
A: Let's start with the quarter. You can have that authenticated at either NGC, PCGS or ANACS. They all ...
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| Value of coin collection with the changing dollar. | 3/17/2009 |
Q: I am wondering what will happen to the value of my coin collection with the changing dollar. Do you ...
A: You have to view your rare coins as commodities with fixed supplies. Modern issue coins such as ...
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| silver coins | 3/17/2009 |
Q: I have the following - want to know if they are of value: 1966 50 cent 1964 50 cent 1962 50 cent ...
A: Here you go: 1966 50 cent $1.25 1964 50 cent $5.00 1962 50 cent $5.00 1954 50 cent ...
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| I have several old Coins | 3/17/2009 |
Q: I have several old coins and don't know what they are worth or if they are rare. 1798 One Cent, 1860 ...
A: Depending upon the condition of the coins, this is a guide value. They may be more or less, but ...
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| 1864 two cent | 3/16/2009 |
Q: I have a certified 2 cent coin by pcgs..under magnification I can see the date is either double ...
A: Unless you ask for variety attribution when you send a coin to PCGS, and pay an additional fee, they ...
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| lincoln wheat pennys | 3/14/2009 |
Q: We have a large collection of pennies that were collected starting back in the 1950s. We have some ...
A: Do not clean coins under any circumstance or in any way, it ruins the value. The uneven digits is ...
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| 1996 Silver American Eagle | 3/13/2009 |
Q: I bought this 1996 Silver American Eagle back in 2004 along with several other coins. Ididn't even ...
A: I can honestly say that I have never seen that reverse on a 1996 Silver Eagle. If I have, I don't ...
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| half dollars | 3/11/2009 |
Q: I have a 1969,1971,1972,1974,1776-1976,1978,1979,1977 john f Kennedy half dollars I was told they ...
A: Any Kennedy Half Dollar dated after 1970 is only worth 50 cents. Before that, they were silver. ...
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| Discover America 500th Anniversary Coin Collection | 3/10/2009 |
Q: I have a Discover America 500th Anniversary Coin Collection from the Franklin Mint and was wondering ...
A: Traditionally, Franklin Mint items are only worth the value of the metal they are made of. If you ...
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| American Prospector | 3/10/2009 |
Q: I have 4 American Prospector coins. The 1985 is silver and the other 1986 coins are gold. They all ...
A: The Silver Prospectors are worth about $14 each. Why some were plated is anyone's guess but they ...
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| 1911 Gold Eagle | 3/6/2009 |
Q: I have two $10 1911 gold indian head eagles in near uncirculated condition. I showed them to a coin ...
A: There is nothing I can see from the photos that jumps out at me. I suggest you send them to ...
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| Bicentennial | 3/6/2009 |
Q: what is a Bicentennial? How much are they worth?
A: Bicentennial refers to a 200 year anniversary. The US mint made special coins for the nation's ...
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| what is this coin? | 3/4/2009 |
Q: I have a coin that appears to be a Canadian silver dollar, but I can't find any info about it ...
A: Since it doesn't say ONE DOLLAR or any other denomination, it is a medal not a coin. It is probably ...
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| 1776-1976 quater | 3/3/2009 |
Q: Hylas! I just started collecting quarters and have one 1776-1976. Do all of these quarters have a ...
A: Some of them have no mintmark, denoting the coin was struck in Philadelphia. If there were a "D" on ...
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| found coin | 3/2/2009 |
Q: My son found a coin in our old house. I believe it to be a genuine coin but others have told me I'm ...
A: This is not a coin, it is commemorative medal. The US Mint has produced these periodically over the ...
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| 1944 penny | 2/27/2009 |
Q: I have a 1944 penny that looks like it has a dime coating, It is not silver because it does not ...
A: Silver is not attracted to a magnet, steel is. A normal penny weighs 3.11 grams, so my guess is ...
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| state quarter double stamed different demo. | 2/27/2009 |
Q: i have an Alabama state quarter that has been double stamped on both sides with a regular quarter. ...
A: we would have to inspect and authenticate this piece. If it is truly a mint error and not done by ...
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| wheat penny | 2/26/2009 |
Q: "Hello, i have a wheat penny that i found recently and found it interesting this penny is from ...
A: Steel Pennies were made in 1943, however and few were struck in 1944 because a few coin blanks were ...
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| old money | 2/25/2009 |
Q: I have a 1943 nichol with a S stamped on the back. Can you tell me anything about it. I also have ...
A: If the "S" on the 1943 nickel is above the dome of Monticello, it is part silver. From 1942-1945, ...
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| what do i have | 2/15/2009 |
Q: i found a collection of presidental signature series by robert d whitney,its a coin ...
A: If the medals are silver, they would be inscribed either on the face or the edge. Look for a ...
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| 2006-2008 Silver Eagles, West Point MS69 ER | 2/15/2009 |
Q: I am thinking on buying a set of American Silver Eagles 2006-2008 Early Release, West Point Mint, ...
A: With silver rising the way it has been, it normally would be. But you are only talking about 3 ...
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| unusual penny and nickel | 2/14/2009 |
Q: Have a Lincoln cent with the date 194 S. There is no number after the 4. Also have a 1990 D nickel ...
A: The coins would have to be inspected. I would think that the nickel would be worth more, since the ...
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| 1983 Quarter | 2/13/2009 |
Q: I have a 1983 Quarter where the background on both sides is shiny, almost mirror like and not ...
A: What you have is a PROOF coin. These are normally part of a year set produced for collectors every ...
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| 2005 gold eagle | 2/11/2009 |
Q: I recently purchased a 2005 pcgs ms69 gold eagle on ebay. The pcgs label says 20th anniversary. I ...
A: Well, Your holder says "20th Anniversary" which technically is correct since 2005 would be the 20th ...
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| 2005 gold eagle | 2/11/2009 |
Q: I recently purchased a 2005 pcgs ms69 gold eagle on ebay. The pcgs label says 20th anniversary. I ...
A: Since the American Gold Eagles started in 1986, 2005 would be the 20th. Anniversary. Not all of ...
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| us coin value? | 2/10/2009 |
Q: Also i am collecting uncirculated P & D presidential dollar coins and i was wondering is there a ...
A: Unfortunately, circulated statehood quarters are "a dime a dozen". Considering that Uncirculated ...
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| penny | 2/9/2009 |
Q: Just going thru a jar full of pennies and came across a 1981 penny with what looks to be a horseshoe ...
A: The horseshoe was added later, maybe to give out as a good luck piece. Check out the Guidebook to ...
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| 1878 vs 1879 morgan...7 vs 8 Tailfeathers | 2/9/2009 |
Q: I have both dollars...PLZ Explain the difference 7 vs 8 tailfeathers...1879 ..i count 7 feathers
A: The tailfeathers refer to the eagle's tailfeathers. 1878 had coins with 7 tailfeathers, 8 ...
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| 1853 2 1/2 D Liberty coin | 2/7/2009 |
Q: I saw where you commented on this coin and its value. I just discovered one that my father gave me. ...
A: The 1853 $.250 gold piece is a common date in the series. Depending upon the condition, it could be ...
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| a philatelist lost in the coin world (smile) | 2/7/2009 |
Q: I am one of the "experts" in the stamp collecting category and I need some help regarding some ...
A: A 1953 Franklin in Brilliant Uncirulated is worth anywhere from $25 and up. As you know, there are ...
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| Several questions related to OBW and Federal Reserve Rolls of Coins. | 2/5/2009 |
Q: I here a lot of talk about OBW (original bank rolls). Why are they important to the collector? WIll ...
A: My understanding is that for the most part, when coins leave the mint, the leave in bags. These ...
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| 1957 B Dollar Bill | 2/4/2009 |
Q: I have a 1957B Blue Dollar Bill with a star, but also it has a signature on it of Frank Gray. I ...
A: 1957-B STAR notes were signed by Granaham and Dillon. I have no information as to who FRANK GRAY ...
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| 1749 rex philip coin | 2/3/2009 |
Q: , its a rex Philip coin has 0 over the M looks like it was used pretty good or maybe just needs a ...
A: Rex means king. It would be King Phillip. o over m usually means the Mexican mint. However, I ...
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| Gold Vatican Coin or Medal | 2/3/2009 |
Q: VATICAN GOLD COIN or MEDAL Just under 1 3/4 inches in diameter. No "date." One side: VOBISCUM ...
A: If it were a coin there would be a date and a denomination on it. So we are dealing with a medal. ...
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| Strange penny | 2/3/2009 |
Q: I have a strange penny. The whole front side is missing and recessed. The recessed area is silver in ...
A: I can only guess hwat it is since I can not inspect it. Obviously, there is no date on it but since ...
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| State Quartes Color | 2/2/2009 |
Q: I saw your post about the New Mexico State Quarters with the gold hue. I just recently opened a ...
A: No, I have had no more contact with that person and since I could not inspect the coins, I have to ...
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| value of my coin | 1/30/2009 |
Q: just wondering if you can give an estimate what my 1886 5 centavos is worth? Thankyou, Terri
A: If you are referring to a Mexican 5 Centavos, the catalog lists 2 varieties. the more common one ...
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| Spanish coin | 1/29/2009 |
Q: I have this coin the front side says "VTRAQUE VNUM" and has a mint mark of M with an O above it ...
A: My world Catalog doesn't show anything like that. All the pillar dollars, somewhere, indicate the ...
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| 1846 Seated Liberty Dollar | 1/28/2009 |
Q: I have come across a 1846 Seated Liberty Dollar no mint, i believe in pretty good shape. I am ...
A: If you want to send the coin to me for grading and review, I will do so at no charge. It will only ...
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| Proof sets | 1/28/2009 |
Q: I recently became interested in collecting Proof coin sets....Is this considered a good ...
A: Liquidity is the key. Gold is liquid anywhere, at any time. I understand where you are coming ...
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| Assayers 1855 $20 dollar California gold coin | 1/27/2009 |
Q: I read the advice you gave to Coty in reference to what to do for authenticity and certification. My ...
A: First, I will say that I have never had a coin switched at NGC. But I do take the precaution of ...
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| 1798 penny | 1/27/2009 |
Q: what is a 1798 one cent coin worth? front side is rough but you can see the year 1798 back is in ...
A: Since the coin is well worn, even if only on the front, we must consider both sides of the coin. ...
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| misprinted nickle | 1/27/2009 |
Q: I found a 2007 nickle that has the print of a dime in mirror image on the head of the nickle. you ...
A: I have handled a few of the double struck coins. They are not super rare but they are scarce. The ...
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| Proof sets | 1/26/2009 |
Q: I recently became interested in collecting Proof coin sets....Is this considered a good ...
A: Bear in mind that I am a coin dealer and love coins. I think it is a wonderful hobby, but ...
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| Finding a dealer | 1/25/2009 |
Q: I am not a collector and would like to sell these coins. What steps do I take to sell these? (I ...
A: You can send them to me for my offer, I have to see them. If they are circulated (used) they are ...
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| Should we check? | 1/24/2009 |
Q: My friend and I have just finished wrapping $99.00 of pennies that have been accumulating around her ...
A: That's a lot of pennies! Unless they are wheat back cents, don't waste your time. Wheat backs are ...
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| Determining Year of Copper Wheat Penney. | 1/23/2009 |
Q: I have an old copper penny with the wheat background. It's in poor condition and hard to read the ...
A: Since it is copper, it is most likely 1945 since 1943 cents were steel. There were only about 50 ...
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| coins value | 1/21/2009 |
Q: what is the value for this coins? 1803 silver dollar,1846 one dollar, 1873 trade dollar, 1877 trade ...
A: You would be able to sell them, IF they are genuine. Selling counterfeit US coins is a federal ...
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| 1851 Helvetia coin | 1/21/2009 |
Q: I have a coin that says Helvetia on the front and the back just has a number 2 with maybe wheat ...
A: The Helvetia coin is from Switzerland. If I am thinking of the same coin, The side that says ...
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| coins value | 1/20/2009 |
Q: what is the value for this coins? 1803 silver dollar,1846 one dollar, 1873 trade dollar, 1877 trade ...
A: I will assume that each of these coins is genuine. Since you do not note if there is a mintmark on ...
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| 2005 Nickel | 1/18/2009 |
Q: I have come across a 2005 nickel that has been misstamped.I have small collection of coins and was ...
A: It's tough to see from the scan, but it appears that some of the words are missing. If that is the ...
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| venezuela coin | 1/17/2009 |
Q: caciques de venezuela..coin is the size of a half dollar<US>large indian head in middle under head ...
A: My World Coin Catalogs show nothing even remotely similar to the coin you describe. Coins would have ...
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| ive got a 1965 misprint | 1/17/2009 |
Q: ive got a 1965 dime that looks like it was struck on both sides with a pennie. the words on the back ...
A: I would have to inspect the coin, but it sounds like a dime that was possibly not cleared from the ...
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| 1957 SILVER CERTIFICATE | 1/17/2009 |
Q: one has a C before and after the serial number,and the other has a U. there is no letter after the ...
A: I guess you want to know what they are worth? If they are in MINT condition, that is no folds, ...
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| quarter | 1/16/2009 |
Q: I found a 1996 quarter in some change that does not have any silver present on the fact of the coin. ...
A: Quarters from 1996 are "sandwich" coins; that is a copper center and two nickel layers. Either one ...
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| 25 1905 Indian head pennies | 1/14/2009 |
Q: I have a set of 25 indian head pennies all from 1905 what is there value as a set?
A: These would not be considered a "set". They are the equivalant of 1/2 of a roll. Normally the term ...
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| State Quarters To Be in Limited Edition? | 1/13/2009 |
Q: Thought I heard a guy say on the t.v. or radio Sunday that these quarters being periodically issued ...
A: The statehood quarter program began 10 years ago, 5 states per year. They were meant for normal ...
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| 1937 king edward Vlll commemoration coin | 1/12/2009 |
Q: Greetings Joe; I have this coin. It has a left facing edward with crown on.reverse side is lion and ...
A: I checked my Krausse Catalog and there is a 1937 crown that matches your description but it is gold ...
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| Coin values | 1/12/2009 |
Q: I have 2 questions..the 1st one is I have lots of foreign coins & unique looking medals(thats what ...
A: You would have to acquire the Krausse Catalog of World Coins either from a library or by purchase. ...
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| misprint quarters | 1/11/2009 |
Q: the first quarter is from 2004 it has the normal Washington face on the front and a Wisconsin facing ...
A: The 2004 may be a silver proof that somehow made it's way into circulation, hence no copper. The ...
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| Why commemorative coins? | 1/10/2009 |
Q: I understand why the Post Office issues commemorative stamps; stamps kept in collections bring in ...
A: The US Mint makes a large profit by selling these coins, enough to cover the whole operating budget ...
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| I would llike to know the value of these coins.. | 1/10/2009 |
Q: These coins have been sitting in a brass box cluttered together for years.. i would love to know ...
A: I specialize in US Coinage but I do know a little about foreign as well. For the most part, unless ...
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| Indian head coin | 1/9/2009 |
Q: I just purchased an indian head 1901 on ebay. It was listed as proof and it looks gorgeous. I paid ...
A: I can not tell from the pictures. If it is proof or mint state for that matter, for $50 you did all ...
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| peanut shaped copper token | 1/9/2009 |
Q: It reads U.S. Dept. of Indian Affairs L.A. stamp Value $10 Hay, Grain, Farm Goods
A: You need someone who specializes in tokens and Tax Tokens. This is outside my area of expertise. ...
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| 1804 silver coin | 1/7/2009 |
Q: i recently found a 1804 silver coin in Afghanistan im told it a trade dollar or something like that ...
A: It is most likely counterfeit since there are only about 12 genuine 1804 silver dollars in ...
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| coins | 1/6/2009 |
Q: I have a coin that is a 1898 silver dollar and it has the back of a Morgan dollar but the front with ...
A: I have never heard of such a coin. Certainly I know Morgan Dollars, but the description you gave me ...
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| Uncirculated coins and coin storage | 1/3/2009 |
Q: When I receive uncirculated coins, they sometime come in sealed plastic pockets and other times they ...
A: Mint condition coins will tarnish over time if left exposed to the air. This is normal oxidation. ...
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| Silver Eagles | 1/1/2009 |
Q: I am a novice collector of Silver Eagles. I have an opportunity to purchase a 2009 ANACS Proof MS ...
A: ANACS stands for American Numismatic Association Certification Service. They are good. However, you ...
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| penny/dime misprint | 12/31/2008 |
Q: I have a dime tail on one side and a penny tail on the other side. Real metal and the strangest ...
A: These are known as Magician's Coins. I have seen them on many occasions and even own a few myself. ...
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| Nickel Error | 12/30/2008 |
Q: I have a question about a nickel I recently have ran across. I'm not sure what year, however; it is ...
A: It sounds to me like someone "counter-stamped" the coin. This may have been done for some ...
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| quarter | 12/29/2008 |
Q: i have a state quarter that i found the back of it is very dull like it wasnt polished and it is ...
A: The slight off-center strike is not that rare and as for the back of the coin not being shiney, that ...
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| Trading Cards/Collector Items | 12/29/2008 |
Q: I have a comic book collection worth around $1600.00, many old,(mostly cancelled stamps of unknown ...
A: I only know US coins, no other collectible area. The other areas may do better in the future, I ...
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| Gold in Liberty eagle | 12/29/2008 |
Q: I am trying to figure the gold content of a Liberty half eagle. I have found that there is 8.359 ...
A: It's simple. Precious Metals are weighed in TROY WEIGHT. There are 32.15 grams in a troy ounce. ...
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| $100 bill print error - upside down face | 12/28/2008 |
Q: Rec'd from my son in law a 1996 U.S. $100 bill - the hidden Franklin face which should be on the ...
A: I have never heard of this type of error but I am not a Currency Expert. I suggest you contact one ...
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| value of coins | 12/27/2008 |
Q: I have a small collection of coins, silver dimes, a 1916 quarter,Bicentennial quarters & half ...
A: The best thing to do is to get a hold of The Guidebook to US Coins by R.S. Yeoman. It lists every ...
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| 1999 Georgia quarter | 12/23/2008 |
Q: I have recently found a 1999 Georgia state quarter that is apparently stamped only on one side. The ...
A: The first thing I suggest is submitting the coin to NGC, (Numismatic Guarantee Corporation), for ...
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| Looking for advice with a recent acquisition. | 12/22/2008 |
Q: My Great Aunt recently gave me several coin purses filled with old coins. Ranging from the late ...
A: First off, do not clean them, it detracts from their value. Eisenhower dollars are only worth $1. ...
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| silver rounds/presidential dollars | 12/17/2008 |
Q: Are silver rounds a safe investment in this economy? Also I have several rolls of the Washington ...
A: If you rec'd the rolls from a local bank, most likely they will be from the mint closest to your ...
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| silver rounds/presidential dollars | 12/17/2008 |
Q: Are silver rounds a safe investment in this economy? Also I have several rolls of the Washington ...
A: The mintmark is located right after the date, it should read 2007-P or 2007-D P signifies ...
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| 1971 state penny collection | 12/17/2008 |
Q: I have a penny collection that include all the state pennies from 1971 for each state in the U.S. ...
A: These pennies were not produced at the US Mint. Some enterprising company took normal pennies and ...
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| .999 fine silver round? | 12/14/2008 |
Q: I recently purchased some silver rounds from a coin shop and I was wondering if you can tell me ...
A: This is merely a silver round that was struck to mimic the design of the old silver dollars. It is ...
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| I have a 1898 (cc) u.s. silver dollar | 12/13/2008 |
Q: and thank you for your time! I have a 1898 CC (STAMP ON BACK ABOVE THE O meaning Carson City. ...
A: I don't know how long you have owned the coin, but I can tell you that there have been a lot of ...
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| Investing in Double Eagles | 12/13/2008 |
Q: I'm looking to add another $20 Double Eagle to my collection. For my search, I have 3 criteria I'm ...
A: Good Morning Mike, Buy raw coins, there is no sense paying for certification. From your ...
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| Investing in Double Eagles | 12/12/2008 |
Q: I'm looking to add another $20 Double Eagle to my collection. For my search, I have 3 criteria I'm ...
A: I am a long time numismatic dealer so naturally you would think that I would push the numismatic ...
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| 1995 smooth edged quarter | 12/12/2008 |
Q: Joe, I have one of these that is in great condition. Do you have any interest in purchasing it from ...
A: First off, if you want to bring the coin to me personally so you alleviate your fears, I am open to ...
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| 1995 smooth edged quarter | 12/12/2008 |
Q: Joe, I have one of these that is in great condition. Do you have any interest in purchasing it from ...
A: I would have to see the coin to verify the authenticity of the error. That would involve physical ...
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| unusually stamped 1911 dime | 12/11/2008 |
Q: I have a 1911 us dime with a 01 stamped into face. Please tell me why its stamped like this.
A: It didn't come from the mint like that. Merchants were known to counterstamp coins before releasing ...
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| Morgan Silver Dollar Values | 12/9/2008 |
Q: I have a handfull of common date Morgan Silver Dollars I'm trying to determine the "real value" of. ...
A: The 1898-O in 64 is worth the same as the other common dates, $35-50 The 78-s is a little better ...
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| Morgan Silver Dollar Values | 12/9/2008 |
Q: I have a handfull of common date Morgan Silver Dollars I'm trying to determine the "real value" of. ...
A: First off, check out Coin Dealer Newsletter. You can get it online either as a yearly subscription ...
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| Mis-struck 200 U.S. quarter, South Carolina | 12/9/2008 |
Q: I have a mis-struck (spelling?) quarter from 2000 with South Carolina on the back and George ...
A: A lot has to do with how much it is struck off-center. This is usually gauged in degrees, such as ...
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| 2 1/2 dollar 1853 Liberty gold coin | 12/5/2008 |
Q: My husband has one of these coins and would like to know how we can find out where it was minted
A: If you look on the back of the coin at 6 o'clock, just under the eagle and above $2 1/2 Dollars, ...
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| 1886- O Morgan | 12/5/2008 |
Q: Are coins from the New Orleans mint valuable? I have a Morgan silver dollar dated 1886 with mint ...
A: 1886-O Morgan Dollars are one of the rarer dates from the New Orleans mint. If the coin grades ...
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| Messed Up Coin | 12/5/2008 |
Q: I have come across a new coin that must have been made when they changed the coin type and metal ...
A: It sounds to me like the nickel lamination may have run out when they made the coin blanks. It ...
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| Cooper rimmed dimes | 12/4/2008 |
Q: It seems many people keep writing about the copper rimmed dime that is smaller than a normal dime. ...
A: Certainly, if they are smaller than a normal dime, I have to ask if all the normal detail is there ...
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| Monthly coin investing | 12/4/2008 |
Q: My question comes from the fact I have lost a great deal of my retirement in the stock market, but ...
A: Not all coin of the month clubs are the same. Some are good, other are not. The safest thing for ...
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| 1959 penny? | 12/4/2008 |
Q: i have been collecting coins, mostly pennies for about a year. it started when i got a 1919 S penny. ...
A: Many wheat back peenies are available by the roll in uncirculated condition for a few cents apiece, ...
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| coins 1797 | 12/2/2008 |
Q: what does the 1797 ,1881 ,1851 silver dollars look like suppose to the fakes?
A: 1797 dollars are known as BUST DOLLARS. They have a profile of LIBERTY, the word LIBERTY and the ...
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| Found coin.......what is it? | 11/26/2008 |
Q: I was going through our laundry and pulled a coin out of my daughters pants. It seems to be a gold ...
A: Well, it's not a coin. A coin would state 50 cents, 1 Dollars etc. or some other denomination. It ...
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| 1987 D Washington Qrt. | 11/23/2008 |
Q: I have the above coin in a beautiful blonde/copper color. The entire coin is the same color. The ...
A: The color is most likely due to oxidation. Often oxidation, or toning as it is known in numismatic ...
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| unfinshed georgia coin and missing letter | 11/22/2008 |
Q: noticed I have this quater..... 1999 georgia and its copper on the washington side and missing a ...
A: Since the coinage today is a laminate of copper core and nickel outsides, it sounds like the nickel ...
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| Geroge Washington | 11/20/2008 |
Q: My name is Ron, I had a question I have a 1st President. U.S.A coing it's a Geroge Washington coin, ...
A: You have a medal, not a coin.. Coins have denominations such as 1 Dollar, 50 Cents etc. As a medal, ...
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| 1974 penny | 11/19/2008 |
Q: I have a 1974 penny with a gold color and stamp of what looks like a state to the right of the ...
A: I have seen numerous pieces like yours. These are not made at the US Mint, rather they are ...
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| rare quater | 11/18/2008 |
Q: I have a rare quarter that has a double print of an eagle on both size, it an original quarter and ...
A: 2 headed coins are not produced at the US Mint, even by accident. These are made by novelty ...
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| rim of coin | 11/17/2008 |
Q: what should i see written on the rim of an 1800 draped bust 1$ us silver coin?
A: These are the specifics on the 1800 Silver Dollar 1800 SILVER DOLLAR Mintage: Unknown Designer: ...
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| US star bills | 11/16/2008 |
Q: I have several US star bills and I was wondering if you could tell me the value of them or if they ...
A: This is a specialized area of collecting and my knowledge is limited with star notes. From what I ...
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| 1983 quarter | 11/15/2008 |
Q: today i got some change back for a purchase i made and it had a 1983 quarter. I've know there are D ...
A: The S Mintmark denotes that the coin is a PROOF coin that somehow got into circulation. It is still ...
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| 1963 penny sounds hollow and 1982 penny coloring | 11/14/2008 |
Q: I have a 1963 penny that sounds hollow when dropped and a 1982 penny that has the coloring of a dime ...
A: The 1982 penny could have been plated by someone after it left the mint. Or it could be a penny ...
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| 1963 penny sounds hollow and 1982 penny coloring | 11/14/2008 |
Q: I have a 1963 penny that sounds hollow when dropped and a 1982 penny that has the coloring of a dime ...
A: We do free appraisals at our office, as well as purchase collections. If you would like to take ...
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| definition of BU | 11/13/2008 |
Q: When a coin is called Brilliant Uncirculated does this put it into a particular range of grades? ...
A: Coins are graded on a numerical scale, from 0-70 Uncirculated coins are in the 60-70 range which is ...
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| buffalo nickel | 11/13/2008 |
Q: what nickel is worth a lot ..i have a 1937 nicel encased in mammoth tusk bought at a auction ...
A: First off, all nickelas are no magnetic. I think whomever told you this was confused. In 1943, ...
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| german coins | 11/11/2008 |
Q: I have about 1000 1969f one cent pfennig coins uncirculated in original wrappers. What are they ...
A: The catalog value is 50 cents each, however rarely do coins trade at that level. 10 cents each is ...
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| 1975 penny | 11/10/2008 |
Q: I have a 1975 penny that is very shinny, on it is stamped the letters MN which appers on the face ...
A: Counterstamped coins are pretty common. They are produced by private companies after they leave the ...
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| misprinted dime | 11/7/2008 |
Q: hi i have a friend that got a dime from the bank and on one side it is a penny and the other side it ...
A: Without seeing it, I can only make some guesses. If the coin in question is "exactly" like a dime ...
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| Kennedy coin | 11/5/2008 |
Q: In my grandfathers things, I found a Kennedy coin that has JFK's face on the front and one the back ...
A: This is a medal, not a coin that was probably made to commemorate Kennedy's most famous line. I know ...
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| Star notes | 11/4/2008 |
Q: I have several star notes that I would like to get values on. They are as follows: 1963 A00344910* , ...
A: I really can't help you with this. This is one area that I simply do not follow. Maybe another ...
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| 1909 VDB CENT | 11/3/2008 |
Q: I HAVE 48 COINS, ALL 1909 VDB LINCOLN PENNIES, BUT i DO NOT KNOW HOW TO CALCULATE THE VALUE OF ...
A: 1909 VDB cents are not rare, it is the S Mintmark VDB's that bring big money. A 1909 VDB cent in ...
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| miss print | 11/1/2008 |
Q: I have three one dollar bills in sequence printed in 1957, in mint condition. but the middle number ...
A: Personally, I would have them certified by PMG It will mean laying out some money and taking 4-6 ...
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| Collectible Silver ingot? | 11/1/2008 |
Q: I recentley bought an old very toned silver bar. "California Silver" is scripted in the middle of ...
A: It is tough to say exactly what you have. This could have been done by a private mint in the 1960's ...
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| miss print | 10/31/2008 |
Q: I have three one dollar bills in sequence printed in 1957, in mint condition. but the middle number ...
A: It is certainly an unusual error. Keeping the sequential numbers with the rror note was a wise ...
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| miss print | 10/30/2008 |
Q: I have three one dollar bills in sequence printed in 1957, in mint condition. but the middle number ...
A: Are you saying that the back of one one the notes is blank? If so, it is hard to believe that it is ...
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| coin | 10/29/2008 |
Q: I have 2 gold coins from the vatican that has both Pope John XXII and Paul VI. I was wondering if ...
A: Traditionally, Vatican gold coins are collectable and trade for more than the gold content value. ...
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| 2000 Sacagawea-P Painted Gold Dollar Coin | 10/28/2008 |
Q: Sir, I am befuddled I have had this coin now for 5 years and have not been able to find any other ...
A: There are a number of companies that "enamel" coins of different denominations. They do this merely ...
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| When to buy certified coins | 10/28/2008 |
Q: At what price range should I start buying certified coins? I'm collecting mint state coins and have ...
A: My advice to collectors is to collect PCGS and NGC certified coins. If you are buying "raw" coins, ...
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| buying collectible coins | 10/27/2008 |
Q: I have been speaking with ICA re investment possibilities.They are recommending a small german coin ...
A: They are probably referring to German 20 Marks or German 10 Marks gold pieces. These are coins that ...
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| buffalo nickel | 10/27/2008 |
Q: i have a buffalo nickel with what seems like a conquistador on the front. can you tell me anything ...
A: It sounds like you have what is known as a "Hobo Nickel". Years ago, artists, some of them "hobos", ...
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| 2headed quarter | 10/26/2008 |
Q: what,s the possiblity that a quarter has been misprinted since the state quarters have come out. The ...
A: That is normal, Ellen. There are error quarters out there but this is not one of them. As for 2 ...
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| General Information | 10/24/2008 |
Q: I was hoping that you would be able to point me in a direction as well as give some basic ...
A: First off Chris, only collect PCGS and NGC Certified coins. These are the 2 leaders in the ...
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| misprint | 10/23/2008 |
Q: Ihave a 1922 Silver Libert/Eagle Coin On the front it states "IN GOD WE TRVST" The TRUST is ...
A: All Peace dollars have the word "trust" spelled with what looks like a "V" instead of a "U". It was ...
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| State Quarter | 10/22/2008 |
Q: I know that no gold State Quarters were produced by the US Mint. However, I have two mint rolls, ...
A: It is certainly possible that they were put through the wash, but highly unlikely. What I guess has ...
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| 1800 R.P. coin | 10/22/2008 |
Q: i have a question on a coin i have, its a coin that on one side it is stamped 1800 R.P. and on the ...
A: First off, do not clean the coin, you will destroy any value it may have. Unfortunately, your ...
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| 1879S Morgan Silver Dollar | 10/21/2008 |
Q: Joe, I have a 1879S Morgan Silver Dollar with 7 tailfeathers. Is there a difference in price for ...
A: When it comes to 1879-S Morgans, the only price differentiation is when the 1879-S has the reverse ...
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| Past Question: 7-17-2007 | 10/21/2008 |
Q: Joe, I see that someone named Julie asked you about a shrunken dime with a thick copper edge. I ...
A: I do not get theat information from AllExperts.com All of the questions and answers are forwarded ...
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| coin value | 10/20/2008 |
Q: I have a seated liberty half dollar in good condition, year 1858. I was offered fifty dollars for ...
A: I would be a buyer of that coin for at least $100, possibly up to $500 Why don't you send it to me ...
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| Coin Oddity: Quarter obverse. Dollar Reverse | 10/20/2008 |
Q: I came across this coin in a laundromat. My guess is that it's a trick/magic coin as opposed to a ...
A: It certainly appears to be a magician's coin to me but I would have to physically inspect and weigh ...
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| Indian head penny | 10/19/2008 |
Q: Joe - I have a packaged 1903 Indian head penny with the markings "V.G." and "65" on the package. I ...
A: These are 2 different types of coins. First off, when a coin is made for commerce purposes, it is ...
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| Sacagawea Dollar | 10/17/2008 |
Q: In the Red Book it refers to 2000P series in regards to Presentation Finish vs. Boldly Detailed Tail ...
A: I do know that there were a few different finishes in 2000. Some (5,000) were used as payment to ...
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| Counterfit $100 Bills | 10/15/2008 |
Q: Are you able to answer questions about phoney money ? If not do you know who can ?? ANSWER: Hi ...
A: I never heard of that one. It sounds like they bleached a $5 note and then reprinted it, or the note ...
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| starting to collect | 10/15/2008 |
Q: I'm thinking to buy some fairly expensive coins as investmenat for my kids and for the enjoyment. ...
A: What I advise clients to do is to buy RARE coins. The items you are speaking about are common, ...
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| sheckel 66-70AD | 10/14/2008 |
Q: i was wondering how to tell if i have real ancient roman coins or if they are reproductions? They ...
A: There are ancient coins that are so common they are worth only a few dollars. The coin would have to ...
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| old 1817 1825 james monroe | 10/10/2008 |
Q: I am so glad I found you. I have inherited many coins, I just love them all. What do you know about ...
A: This soundlike a token or medal, not a coin. Coiins have a denomination such as 50 cents printed on ...
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| two coins that we have | 10/1/2008 |
Q: 1) This coin is a double sided tails quarter that looks to be a misprint can you shed some light on ...
A: As far as I know, there has not been a two headed or two tails coin struck at the US Mint. These ...
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| Best Coin Investments Today? | 9/22/2008 |
Q: Joe: I am interested in getting back into coin collecting if it looks like a good investment vs Real ...
A: GOOD QUESTION! Sounds crazy to hear this coming from a coin dealer but.... I think the high grade, ...
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| Double Stamped Quarter? | 9/22/2008 |
Q: I ran into a 2006 North Dakota Quarter and noticed on the back side with the Buffalo's, one can ...
A: Believe it or not, These are really not as rare as you would think.. I have handled all sorts of ...
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| 2001 quarter | 9/21/2008 |
Q: i have a 2001 north carolina quarter that the back side plane and man ,runway look to be hologram is ...
A: It is is a hologram, it is not by US Mint production. There are a number of companies that alter ...
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| Ohio State quater, non reeded | 9/20/2008 |
Q: Recently i found a Ohio state quarter, good condition, that has none of the ridges on the side. ...
A: You say it is "nearly" the same size, is it a copper nickel coin like a normal quarter? If it is, ...
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| color of New Mexico State quarter | 9/19/2008 |
Q: I came across a New Mexico state quarter, very good condition, looks lightly circulated, that next ...
A: The coins should not have tarnished naturally in this short period of time. Without seeing them I ...
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| straits settlements | 9/16/2008 |
Q: and its victoria,it has no mint mark under the neck,i would say its vf con where would it have been ...
A: The Straits Settlement was a British crown colony comprising territories bordering on the Malacca ...
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| Buffalo Coin | 9/14/2008 |
Q: I came across an odd looking coin - as history would seem to say most buffalo coins are made out of ...
A: A pure silver buffalo nickel would be quite rare. There are acouple of issues. #1 is the quality ...
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| Copper Nickel | 9/12/2008 |
Q: We have a 2005 Copper Nickle ... Does it have value and what can we do with it?
A: Nickels are not normally made of copper. The coin would have to be inspected and authenticated. It ...
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| 2006 Golden Dollar Bill Collection #387 | 9/11/2008 |
Q: I have the certificate of authenticity and all paperwork relating to this set. I also have the case ...
A: You can look on ebay for similar items but from what I have seen, rarely does the seller recoup his ...
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| refrenceing previous asked question | 9/11/2008 |
Q: You were asked Advertisement You are here: Experts > Shopping > Coin Collecting > ...
A: Unless the medal is marked, such as along the edge or somewhere else on the medal, it would probably ...
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| blake & company 20 dollar coin | 9/10/2008 |
Q: hey, Joe my name is cody i was given this coin by my grandfather an would like to know if it is real ...
A: I have been a professional numismatist for 30+ years and never handled a genuine Blake $20. There ...
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| 1960 US lincoln memorial small date penny | 9/10/2008 |
Q: Can you tell me how much this would be worth for one penny? ANSWER: Hi Marcy, In Mint condition, a ...
A: Uncirculated is another way of saying mint state. Coins are graded numerically from 0-70 with 70 ...
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| refrenceing previous asked question | 9/10/2008 |
Q: You were asked Advertisement You are here: Experts > Shopping > Coin Collecting > ...
A: What you have is known as a silver round. It is not a coin because there is no dollar denomination, ...
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| a quarter with no heads - tails on both sides | 9/9/2008 |
Q: My niece found this recently. Would you know its approximate worth? Thank You, Henry A. Walter
A: What your niece found was what is called a magician's coin. These are produced by splitting 2 coins ...
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| 1887 Indian Head Penny | 9/7/2008 |
Q: I have an 1887 Indian Head penny. To the left of the face is a large stamped "S". I'm curious if ...
A: The value is decreased as the "S" was added after it left the mint. This could have been done by an ...
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| Unusual Dime - Mint Error? | 9/6/2008 |
Q: I work at a bank, and I recently found an unusual looking dime. I traded the dime for one of my own ...
A: From what you describe, it sounds like the coin was struck outside the collar that prevents the ...
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| 1989 US Quarter | 8/18/2008 |
Q: i found in my pocket an odd quarter(I'm a small collector for fun, never checked what any coins i ...
A: Since the bubble can not be depressed, there could be a foreign object between the layers, or simply ...
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| coins | 8/15/2008 |
Q: I have a queistion about old wheat pennies I dont really understand all the words that collecters ...
A: Here are the better dates to look for; the other dates are not worth the time trying to sell. 1909 ...
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| Dime/Penny DBL. stamp misprint. | 8/14/2008 |
Q: I have a coin that looks like a 1999 dime but was stamped over on both sides as a penny. the coin ...
A: I appreciate your confidence in me. I have handled a number of over-struck pieces like yours. ...
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| indiana quarter | 8/13/2008 |
Q: I ran across an indian quarter that looks weird...completely missing the elevated ridge on the ...
A: It is probably genuine. Without seeing it, I can only surmise that it was struck off-center, hence ...
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| 1882 Indian head penny | 8/1/2008 |
Q: I wanted to know if the value of the standard Indian head pennies are going to increase or are they ...
A: If the coin is VF or lower in grade, chances of appreciation in the near future are not good. ...
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| Hurricane Katrina water damaged | 7/31/2008 |
Q: I also have some coins that sat in contaminated water for 4 weeks from Hurricane Katrina. These ...
A: If you are not too worried about the collectable value, since these are still pretty common, I would ...
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| spirit of '76 coin medallion | 7/30/2008 |
Q: I checked your Q & A section, and none of the other coins match this 1 I have. It is a spirit of 76 ...
A: I have never seen one of those but it sounds like it might be part of a commemorative set or series. ...
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| US Mint Uncirculated | 7/29/2008 |
Q: Should older 60's, 70's US Mint sets in the original cellophane packaging show signs of significant ...
A: Mint sets are merely coins minted for circulation that are prpackaged at the mint, hence they remain ...
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| No date lincoln penny | 7/28/2008 |
Q: How are you sir? My question is that I have a Lincoln penny that has absolutely no date but it has ...
A: You say there is not date, what about the other features such as Lincoln's bust? If the coin simply ...
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| 1995 Shifted Quarter | 7/23/2008 |
Q: I have this quarter (dated year 1995) it looks like it had shifted in the machine to the right hand ...
A: Personally, I think the key to this coin is that it has the smooth edge, not so much the shift in ...
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| Indian head penny | 7/23/2008 |
Q: Joe. I just wanted to know how much will an 1901 Indian head penny, in very fine condition be worth ...
A: There are no mint markings because all of them were made in Philadelphia. Since the coin is ...
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| Kennedy Half | 7/22/2008 |
Q: I know nothing about coins but I have a Kennedy half that is stamped with 2 backs there is no front ...
A: Coins like this are made from 2 regular coins by enterprising novelty companies. They are sold in ...
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| british coin | 7/22/2008 |
Q: I want to know how much is my coin worth, It's a gold coin "VICTORIA D:G:BRITANNIAR:REG:F:D:" year ...
A: Assuming your coins are the size of a US Nickel/Quarter, I would guess that they are British ...
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| US silver coin | 7/22/2008 |
Q: I'm interested if you could tell me where this coin comes from, what was and what is its value now? ...
A: From the photo, it certainly is a counterfeit 1797 US Silver Dollar. The front and back designs do ...
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| coins | 7/21/2008 |
Q: can you tell me what is better to collect Peace dollars or 20th century type set because I really ...
A: I understand your feeling about modern coins, however they are cheap and you might as well get them ...
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| Undated $50 Liberty gold coin | 7/19/2008 |
Q: I have a $50 gold Liberty coin, but there is no date on it. On the back side it states "1 oz. Fine ...
A: You may have a US Gold Eagle. In the first couple of years of mintage, the date was in roman ...
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| coins | 7/19/2008 |
Q: can you tell me what is better to collect Peace dollars or 20th century type set because I really ...
A: A 20th Century Type set is a fun set and you get to have one of each coin. And, you can do this a ...
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| mis-stamp/marked 1974 dime | 7/18/2008 |
Q: in change today i got a mis-stamp/marked 1974 dime:there it was hanging of the side a bit with few ...
A: If the coin is still round, it was struck off-center. If the coin is no longer round, this is known ...
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| SILVER PEACE DOLLAR VALUE | 7/18/2008 |
Q: If the 1922-24 silver peace dollar is almost an ounce of silver then how is it that it may only be ...
A: I don't know who told you it was only worth $8. Silver dollars contain about 3/4 oz of silver. ...
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| Miss Print | 7/17/2008 |
Q: I have a one dollar bill that has the face of Washington on the front (as it should be) and on the ...
A: When paper currency is printed, it is done in sheets of 32 notes, then it is cut. I am guessing ...
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| keep platinum, or buy key date coin | 7/17/2008 |
Q: i have a 2007 platinum eagle 10th anniversary set. i was thinking of selling it and buying a key ...
A: I would be looking at KEY DATE coins. There is always a demand for the keys whether they are the ...
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| peace dollar | 7/17/2008 |
Q: how much should I buy a 1923 Peace dollar graded MSS66 by NGC for? Thank you.
A: The PCGS Price Guide lists it for $790 And CoinWorld Lists it for $1,500 Last month there were a ...
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| Salary | 7/15/2008 |
Q: I have been a coin collector for about 15 years now and i see that Heritage Auction is hiring a ...
A: I have no clue what they might be paying. I know many dealers who had worked at Heritage before ...
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| "Wheat" Penny | 7/14/2008 |
Q: What can you tell me, in general, about "wheat" pennies? Are they worth saving? Thank you.
A: Yes, aside from the fact that you may have a better date coin, it now would cost the Mint more than ...
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| paper money | 7/14/2008 |
Q: I have several paper money items in envelopes that I decided to explore values. Most of them I was ...
A: The confederate note, due to the poor condition, would probably only fetch $15-25. Confederate Note ...
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| 11861 Presidential Commemorative Medallion | 7/14/2008 |
Q: Is there such a thing as this? I found this U.S. Presidential Commemorative Medallion in my ...
A: I can't tell you much from the photo. You will have to have the coin/medal inspected. The problem ...
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| SMS coins | 7/13/2008 |
Q: Joe, A previous reader questioned the identity of SMS coins. I completely agree with your answer, ...
A: Today's Special Mint Sets are just another product offered by the Mint. In 1965,66 and 67 these ...
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| My 1983 Penny | 7/11/2008 |
Q: My name is misty and I have looked up and down on the internet for information bout this penny I ...
A: A couple of things are possible. First off, starting in 1982, pennies were made of zince and copper ...
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| mis stamped rhode island quarter | 7/11/2008 |
Q: i have found a 2001 rhode island quarter that is the size of a nickel. It has the copper in it and ...
A: Your coin has to be physically inspected by a professional. The fact that there is copper in the ...
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| spotted quarter | 7/10/2008 |
Q: My fiance recently obtained a quarter that has perfectly spaced spots on both sides. They become ...
A: The spots could be caused by a few things. Coins tarnish, or tone as it is called in numismatic ...
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| coin grading companies. | 7/10/2008 |
Q: between pcgs, ngc, icg, and anacs, who is the most liberal grader, and the toughest. I have morgans ...
A: This, of course, is my opinion based upon coins I have seen and the prices each grading company ...
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| nickel | 7/10/2008 |
Q: my question is i have 2 buffalo nickels with no date on them and another one with a face forward ...
A: The date always wore off first because it wa sthe highest point of the coin. Buffalo Nickels ...
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| Pennies | 6/30/2008 |
Q: I have three pennies, can you tell me if they are worth anything? 1. The first one is completely ...
A: One Cent blank planchets sell for a couple of dollars on eBay, maybe $2-3 1984 cents are copper ...
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| coin value | 6/29/2008 |
Q: I wanted to ask you how I can find out the value of a $20 Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle coin that I ...
A: Morst professional coin dealers should be able to confirm authenticity of the coin. If it is a ...
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| 1936 German Mark | 6/25/2008 |
Q: What was the U. S. dollar value of a 1936 German Mark coin? What was the conversion value at that ...
A: I can not locate any historical charts for 1936. However, I think it is safe to say that it was $1 ...
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| Silver INgots | 6/25/2008 |
Q: I have a box of ten cases (5 ingots each case) Called "Wonders of America" I have been asked by my ...
A: Are these the 1 oz pure silver bars? and were made by the franklin or hamilton mint? Are they .999 ...
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| Star of David coin | 6/24/2008 |
Q: me and my family live in LasVegas,NV...we recently went out to Lake Mead and while looking for ...
A: I am sorry but this is outside my area of expertise, I deal primarily is US Coinage. However since ...
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| misprinted coin | 6/23/2008 |
Q: i have examined it and the last number was not wore off is just not there at all. thank you for ...
A: Errors such as yours occur from grease in the dies, thuis eliminating the possibility of the metal ...
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| 1997 pennies | 6/23/2008 |
Q: I have a 1997 penny and it looks silver what is it and how much is it worth. ,thanks ron
A: There are a couple of possibilities here. One is that it is a normal penny that was silver plated. ...
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| help identifing this coin | 6/21/2008 |
Q: I was wondering if you could help me identify this coin. It is a silver coin that is dated 1986. ...
A: This is not a coin. Items suchas these are referred to as silver rounds. These trade for their ...
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| old copper coins | 6/18/2008 |
Q: I found a copper coin at a garage sale in Sidney, Iowa which I bought for $1.00. When I found it, it ...
A: I know exactly what it is. It is not a coin. It is a medal that was part of a US Mint Set which ...
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| 1913 Gold Indian Quarter Coin | 6/17/2008 |
Q: I'm not a coin collector by any means but I have a mint condition 1913 Indian Quarter Coin. I mean ...
A: Nice find! I had a local person come into my office with a similar story about 2 years ago. The ...
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| penny | 6/15/2008 |
Q: I recently found a penny where i work in the register that has a perfectly normal clean back But ...
A: I would need to inspect the coin, and get the exact weight in grams to determine if the obverse of ...
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| Gold Coin with Lady Liberty and 1776 | 6/13/2008 |
Q: This coin is incased for a pendent I am not sure if it is real or not. Front has lady liberty head ...
A: The US Mint did not produce $20 Gold pieces in 1776. Chances are it is a replica or medal ...
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| Grade Labels | 6/4/2008 |
Q: I have seen 4 different labels used with various coins. They are MS, PR, SP & RP. What does each of ...
A: MS stands for mint state PR stands for proof SP stands for specimen proof RP may be regular proof, ...
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| 1980 one cent penny | 6/4/2008 |
Q: I have a 1980 penny that i believe is made off 95% zinc ore, As you would be aware that one cent ...
A: I have never heard such an error. However I highly doubt that the coin was struck after 1980. The ...
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| rare coins? | 6/1/2008 |
Q: not sure if these are really rare or not hard to research ,,takes much time.i was offered some money ...
A: I know it can be very confusing keeping up with current values. These may be fair prices, but it is ...
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| Silver 1987 penny | 5/31/2008 |
Q: I run a restaurant and I see a lot of change go through but I came across a rare looking silver ...
A: I would have to see the coin but there have been cases of pennies struck on dime blanks, pennies ...
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| georgius | 5/30/2008 |
Q: d on coin . On the back of it say inauguratus die can you tell me what year is and what is value plz ...
A: I can't tell you the date, it should be on the coin. It is from Great Britain, or one of it's ...
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| miss print | 5/29/2008 |
Q: I have a quarter printed in 2000 that isn't a normal size. Its about as big as a nickel. How much do ...
A: first off, I don't know where you are. Take out your Yellow Pages and look for a coin dealer near ...
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| miss print | 5/29/2008 |
Q: I have a quarter printed in 2000 that isn't a normal size. Its about as big as a nickel. How much do ...
A: If there is reeding on the edges and the correct thickness, I would still guess it was struck on a ...
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| Los Angeles Olympic .999 Silver Coin | 5/29/2008 |
Q: I have a coin that has the seal of the city of Los Angeles and the words City of Los Angeles and ...
A: What you have is known as a silver round. This one was struck to commemorate LA and the olympics. ...
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| 1652 pine tree shilling coin | 5/25/2008 |
Q: Joe, how do I tell fi this coin is a replica or fake? it is in great condition, struck well on ...
A: This is not going to be easy. First off, look to see if the surface of the coin has any bumps or ...
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| value | 5/22/2008 |
Q: can you please let me know what will be the value of a dollar coin it is a liberty coin from 1800.
A: First off, let me tell you that there are a lot of counterfeit early silver dollars on the market. ...
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| 1993 penny aluminum | 5/21/2008 |
Q: I have a penny that is 1993 it is not copper it does not stick to a magnet light weight like ...
A: Since 1982, pennies have been made of copper plated zinc. Chances are that you have one with no ...
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| 2007 Washington Aluminum Quarter | 5/20/2008 |
Q: "I acquired a newer quarter that appears to be "different". I did a search for aluminum quarter ...
A: I was probably referring to the aluminum penny that was an experimental piece. I know of no ...
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| Quarter eagle 1911 D hard strike | 5/20/2008 |
Q: I will be looking at this coin from a localcoin dealer. It is in a PCGS or NGC slab and it is ...
A: 11-D P55 6K Hi GW, What you have to remember is that the 1911-D is THE KEY to the set, and always ...
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| rare coins | 5/17/2008 |
Q: I have some us one doller from 1796-1904 .I want to sell some of them.for ex.two 1804 one doller ...
A: Odds are that you have replicas or counterfiet coins. There were only 10-20 1804 dollars ever ...
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| copper colored state quarter | 5/16/2008 |
Q: My wife showed me a state quarter the other day that was badly tarnished. After looking at it, I ...
A: It is possible to have a copper planchet without the nickel layering. Unfortunately, cleaning coins ...
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| sliver quarters | 5/15/2008 |
Q: I inherited $8oo.oo in sliver quarters. I would like to sell them. What are they worth? and How do I ...
A: After having been in this industry for 30 + years, being on the list us US Mint referred dealers, ...
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| 2002p Sacagawea dollar,is it a error coin | 5/15/2008 |
Q: I have a 2002p Sacagawea dollar,the one i have is like a silver or nickle color on the front and the ...
A: The coin has to be inspected. One side could be plated or painted. It is possible that one side ...
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| Replicas | 5/14/2008 |
Q: How can one tell if they have a replica? I have 11 Common wealth of Massachusetts copper cent coins ...
A: Each coin would have to be inspected. Modern day replicas are stamped as such, but old ones are ...
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| Abbreviations | 5/14/2008 |
Q: While investigating coins, I have found the following...CA, CAM, & UCAM. What is the difference?
A: CA, CAM and Cameo are all the same. They simply designate a coin as having a Cameo appearance. ...
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| bicentennail celebration coin/medalpendant | 5/14/2008 |
Q: I came across this coin/medal pendant thingy that I know nothing about. On one side it has the ...
A: Like everything else in life, if there is an opportunity to capitalize on something and make money, ...
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| How to find out the value of coins | 5/14/2008 |
Q: I have rolls of silver quarters and dimes and some $1 bills I would like to sell. Is there a web ...
A: Right now, with silver trading at $16.75 per ounce, your silver dimes are worth about $1.15 each and ...
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| misprinted quarter | 5/9/2008 |
Q: i have a U.S coin quarter that is printed on one side 1989/MINT-D and on the back side instead of ...
A: This is a magician's coin. They sell for about $8 in novelty shops, guaranteeing that you always ...
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| brown silver US coins | 5/8/2008 |
Q: I have a few us coins quarter and dimes that look like they missed getting the silver on them they ...
A: Sorry about the delay in answering your question. It sounds like the coins are missing the outer ...
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| Cleaning Gold Coin | 5/7/2008 |
Q: My father had an extensive gold coin collection stored in cardboard folders, plastic not bullion ...
A: DO NOT CLEAN THE COINS. If not done properly, the coins will be severely damaged. If you are ...
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| how can i tell if my pennie is "double die"? | 4/30/2008 |
Q: okay so i have a 1970 s penny and was wondering...if it is double die obverse...if it is how much is ...
A: I reviewed the pictures and this is NOT a double die. There would be clear doubling on the date and ...
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| 1944 Penny with no back | 4/28/2008 |
Q: I was just cleaning out a change jar and spotted a 1944 penny with the Lincoln Head on the front and ...
A: It is unusual. I sthe penny the same thickness as a normal penny? If it is thinner as I am ...
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| coin worth | 4/25/2008 |
Q: how much is a 1788 massachusetts commonwealth cent worth?
A: Depending upon the condition, the coin ranges from $75 (Good Condition) to $4,000 in mint condition. ...
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| Old Belt Buckle | 4/18/2008 |
Q: I have this old belt buckle and would like to know if you can tell me anything about it. It has an ...
A: While it is a pretty piece, it si probably a "craftsman" piece and maybe one of a kind. Putting a ...
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| 1963 copper penny w/ lincoln & JFK | 4/17/2008 |
Q: I have a 1963 penny that has Lincoln and JFK on it. I was curious if it is just a common coin or has ...
A: If you are talking about a penny that has Kennedy's head stamped into the coin by Lincoln's bust, ...
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| 1964 quarters | 4/16/2008 |
Q: i was about to use them for laundry but i noticed that they were shinier than most quarters and they ...
A: Matt, Let's think about this. If you use them for laundry, it's $10 If you sell them for silver ...
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| Trade Dollar | 4/16/2008 |
Q: I recently stumbled upon an 1878 CC Trade Dollar. My friend is an amateur coin collector who told me ...
A: Wholesale is traditionally what a dealer would pay versus what a collector might pay on the open ...
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| Trade Dollar | 4/15/2008 |
Q: I recently stumbled upon an 1878 CC Trade Dollar. My friend is an amateur coin collector who told me ...
A: An 1878-CC Trade Dollar has a retail price of $2400 in XF-40 which mean that wholesale is about ...
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| Trade and Morgan silver dollars | 4/14/2008 |
Q: I have some Trade and Morgan silver dollars I am looking to sell and am not sure what a good price ...
A: The coins need to be inspected, pictures really don't work. You can certainly take pictures and put ...
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| Misprinted US quarter- value? | 4/13/2008 |
Q: I have in used condition, a US quarter where on both sides, the images are off-centered. Any value, ...
A: Off-center strikes are not really rare but don't give up your daytime job either. They normally ...
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| currency | 4/10/2008 |
Q: I have a $20.00 bill dated in the 1970's that I got brand new out of a ATM machine. I kept 3 of $ 20 ...
A: Cutting errors are not all that rare but certainly are collectible. It was smart of you to save the ...
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| I have a 1969 silver penny | 4/9/2008 |
Q: I am unsure of this penny I have its sort off silver but the background looks like a rainbow type ...
A: I would have to see the coin to give you any information. If you want to send it to me, I will take ...
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| presidential dollars | 4/9/2008 |
Q: I have an unstamped presidential coin with a raised ridge on the outside and I wanted to know the ...
A: So what you have is a blank planchet that might be from a presidential dollar, or a Sacagawea dollar ...
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| coins left from my grandfather | 4/7/2008 |
Q: How do I find out how much my coins are worth that my grandfather specifically left for me? Every ...
A: If they are US coins, the easiest way is to buy a copy of The Guidebook to US Coins by Yeoman. It ...
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| Old coin values? | 4/3/2008 |
Q: Upon my mother passing away 5 years ago I was left with a small black bag full of old coins that she ...
A: The Silver Certificates in used condition are worth $1.25 each The silver dollars are common dates ...
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| 2002 Penny | 4/2/2008 |
Q: My daughter found a penny that is perfect in appearance but not copper colored at all - it is a pure ...
A: The penny is most likely missing the copper plating. Not saying it was peeled off, simply that the ...
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| real value | 4/2/2008 |
Q: I am confused as to the real value of old coins. example my dad has a 1879 trade silver dollar in ...
A: The Redbook does have some basic guideline for grading coins. However, a copy of PHOTOGRADE is even ...
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| real value | 3/31/2008 |
Q: I am confused as to the real value of old coins. example my dad has a 1879 trade silver dollar in ...
A: The key issue with coin is the quality. The value is all based on that. Some people on eBay either ...
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| eisenhower dollars | 3/31/2008 |
Q: I HAVE MANY 1971 EISENHOWER DOLLAR COINS. THEY ARE IN VERY GOOD CONDITION AND HAVE NO MINT MARK. ...
A: Currently, NON MINT condition Ikes are worth about $1.25 It doesn't pay to certify them if they are ...
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| unreeded quarter | 3/28/2008 |
Q: I have a 1969 quarter with no ridges on the edge. It is smooth, unreeded. Is that a production ...
A: You have to look closely at the edge, make sure that the coin is exact diameter it should be and ...
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| 1969 s penny | 3/26/2008 |
Q: i have a 1969 S penny. it has a gorge across the bottom of Lincolns jacket. it looks like a stamp ...
A: You would have to have the coin certified by a grading service to dteremine if it is genuine. ...
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| First Spouse Gold Coins or American Eagles | 3/26/2008 |
Q: I'm trying to decide whether to purchase the first spouse gold coins or the American Eagles. I have ...
A: The first spouse coins are exteremely popular and since 2007 was the first year of issue, they have ...
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| pcgs vs proof and mint condition | 3/26/2008 |
Q: While shopping on e-bay and at my local store in Chicago,I wondered why a proof coin lets say a ...
A: It all has to do with the strike of the coin. As the dies wear down, the crispness of the strike is ...
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| 1913 hoho nickle | 3/24/2008 |
Q: i have a 1913 hobo nickel and the only letters left in Liberty is berty,one guy offered me $100.00 ...
A: I am not an expert on Hobo nickels but I know some are VERY valuable. Do some more research as some ...
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| US Mint Rolls vs. Bank Rolls | 3/22/2008 |
Q: "Joe, I'm interested in searching SACAGAWEA coin rolls for submission for grading at PCGS/NGC and ...
A: Get the mint sets from large dealers who advertise in CoinWorld. The ones on eBay have been picked ...
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| US Mint Rolls vs. Bank Rolls | 3/22/2008 |
Q: "Joe, I'm interested in searching SACAGAWEA coin rolls for submission for grading at PCGS/NGC and ...
A: Good Morning! The rolls are the same whether they be bank or mint rolls as far as I can tell. Most ...
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| gold bar value | 3/21/2008 |
Q: I have 2 gold bars, I think they are called ingots. Printed on the front is: Credit Suisse, One ...
A: My conpany deals in Credit Suisse bars on a regular basis. Gold is currently trading in the $925 ...
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| The dreaded "Inherited Coin Collection" dilemma! | 3/20/2008 |
Q: I inherited my father-in-law's coin collection. Mostly US coins, mostly silver. I want to have ...
A: First off, where are you located? I might be able to refer you to a reputable dealer, if not, I can ...
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| 1999 Silver sets and 2006 w Silver Eagles | 3/4/2008 |
Q: I have two 1999 Silver proof sets with the double flap box. Should I hold on to them or sell? Also ...
A: Hold the proof sets. Don't buy more of the 06 eagles, they are only 2 years old and a lot were made. ...
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| 1911-D Indian Head Eagle $2.50 | 3/4/2008 |
Q: This is a family treasure. Excellent condition. The D is strong. So many prices online. We live near ...
A: There are a few ways to handle this. One is to simply take it to local dealers and ask what they ...
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| 1941 Wheat Cent | 3/3/2008 |
Q: I have a 1941 Wheat cent that has the 1 slanted and noticibly above the other numbers. I was curious ...
A: There are many varieties of Lincoln Cents with similar "errors". For the most part, these are ...
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| 1911-D Indian Head Eagle $2.50 | 3/3/2008 |
Q: This is a family treasure. Excellent condition. The D is strong. So many prices online. We live near ...
A: Portland NH, Portland ME, Portland OR ????? Your coin is worth anywhere from $2,000 and up. The ...
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| Commonwealth of Bahamas 1 cent | 2/26/2008 |
Q: I have one of the above coins and when looking at the date which is 1989 there appears to have been ...
A: I am not familiar with this particular coin but I can tell you that sometimes errors occur in the ...
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| US paper coins | 2/24/2008 |
Q: I have 3 United States paper coins. One 25, one 15 and one 10 cent paper coins. All are dated in ...
A: Depending upon condition, tears, etc., they start at about $5 each and go up from there. What I ...
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| 1953 Penny missing the 1 and appears to be overly done [lincoln's shirt/double wammy] | 2/24/2008 |
Q: I have a 1953 penny that appears to be double struck out of place and while the 953 appear very ...
A: There are many type of doubled coins, some a double struck, some were struck from bad dies. There is ...
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| selling old coins | 2/22/2008 |
Q: I have some old coins that I'd like to sell. What's the best coarse of action? Thanks very much
A: It really depends upon what type of coins. Some coins are not worth the time and aggravation of ...
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| State quarters... | 2/22/2008 |
Q: I have two state quarters that have a goldish hue. One, a 2000 Massachusetts quarter, has a very ...
A: If there was a big difference in color, such as copper color, I might think that the outer layer of ...
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| 2006 SILVER EAGLE THICKNESS | 2/21/2008 |
Q: I purchased a roll of 2002 and 2006 silver eagles. The 2006 Silver eagles are considerably thicker, ...
A: My bet is that the rims are slightly taller, hence the 20 coins as a stack are taller. I have seen ...
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| 50 cent piece | 2/20/2008 |
Q: I have a 50 cent coin that comes apart and there is some sort of Spanish coin on the inside, have ...
A: You can send a picture, but honestly, I seen these items before. I've seen dollar coins that had ...
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| 50 cent piece | 2/20/2008 |
Q: I have a 50 cent coin that comes apart and there is some sort of Spanish coin on the inside, have ...
A: I have seen coins similar, they are normally sold in magic shops. This is a take off of an old ...
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| 1965 penny with error | 2/19/2008 |
Q: My son's friend has a 1965 US penny. The back looks like it has been triple stamped, with the 2nd ...
A: Multiple strike coins do occur but the mint usually catches them and discards them. Similar coins ...
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| Re: advise you gave a man named Doug in 06 who said his son may have | 2/18/2008 |
Q: found a 1908 Lincoln cent. Different font... I have one too. Except it have been look at closed than ...
A: First off, avoid the secret service. If they deem the coin to be an unofficial rlease, they will ...
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| Found a coin collection | 2/18/2008 |
Q: I found a collection of Morgan Dollars. It is complete minus the 1895 Philidelphia coin. It is 13 ...
A: Anyone who would appraise the coins would need to physically inspect them. If you want, I can do ...
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| Sealed Proof Cases | 2/17/2008 |
Q: Recently my husband has begun collecting U.S. Mint proof sets, particularly the state quarters and ...
A: If these sets are the government issues, sealed cases, you can not remove the coins without ...
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| US coins | 2/17/2008 |
Q: I have many questions.#1-I have a 1990 NO S Penny and I was told that it could be worth alot of ...
A: The 1990 No S cent only applies to the proof coins. The proof coins are supposed to bear the "S" ...
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| Georgia State Quarter with dime imprint | 2/16/2008 |
Q: I have a 1999 Georgia State Quarter which has a 1999 dime imprinted on the state side of the coin. ...
A: I can not give you an exact value, as I have not handled one of these. However I have seen "double ...
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| coin clad error | 2/16/2008 |
Q: i think i have state quarter which has no clad on it. it is copper color can you check and tell me ...
A: The coin appears to be brass or gold color, not copper. My guess is that it is one of the quarters ...
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| 1936 steel penny | 2/15/2008 |
Q: I came across this it sticks to a magnet, is this a real steel penny?
A: Steel pennies were made in 1943 because copper was being diverted to the war effort. I highly doubt ...
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| double stamped dime (back over front) | 2/15/2008 |
Q: I have a 1998 P dime with the back of the dime stamped over Rossevelt's face. Have you heard of ...
A: Yes, I have heard of these and handled them as well. This can occur from clashed dies, that meaning ...
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| how to sell silver quarters | 2/13/2008 |
Q: I want to sell my $1000 sealed bag of pre-1964 quarters in Houston, TX. Please explain how to sell ...
A: I believe that silver will continue to rise. As for getting the best price in Houston, open your ...
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| Grading | 2/13/2008 |
Q: How can I tell the difference between a weak strike and wear when grading AU/BU coins? Thank You
A: The first telltale sign is a change in the color on the high points of the coin. Once there is a ...
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| Buyers Remorse possibly. | 2/12/2008 |
Q: K I wanted to get my husband something unigue for a present. So In two weeks I purchased all the ...
A: What a thoughtful and generous wife you are! It was so very nice of you to think of what he enjoys ...
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| coins from world war two | 2/10/2008 |
Q: My father passed away on 2/5/08,and was a vet from WWII. I found a box full of coins from ...
A: First off, I am sorry for your loss. Sort the coins by picking out the silver ones and any that ...
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| 1936 penny | 2/8/2008 |
Q: I have a 1936 penny in which i have done research on and found out that there are a lot of pennys ...
A: If it were a double die, you would see that the lettering and details are doubled. This would be ...
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| 1863 Indian head misstruck? | 2/5/2008 |
Q: I recently got into some coin selling. A co worker came to me with a coin I can't seem to find any ...
A: The coin was not produced at the mint like this. Those extra shileds were punched into the coin ...
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| 1983 penny question | 2/2/2008 |
Q: I have a 1983 penny that is larger than a normal penny, almost the size of a nickel. It is a dark ...
A: This could be any number of things. It could be a cent that was struck without the collar around ...
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| State quarters 1999 - 2008 | 2/1/2008 |
Q: Joe, recently I noticed a coin jacket for all the state quarters and I believe I counted in the ...
A: All of the state quarters were produced at Philadelphia AND Denver, for circulating coinage. Proof ...
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| Godless Presidential Dollars | 2/1/2008 |
Q: I recently purchased an MS-65 George Washington dollar. It was graded and slabbed by ICG. It has ...
A: I always advise collectors to stick with coins certified by PCGS, NGC or ANACS. They are the 3 most ...
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| coins | 1/25/2008 |
Q: I have a Seated Liberty Dollar. It comes apart into two pieces and the center is open. I was told ...
A: The coin would have to be physically inspected. Maybe you have a local dealer who could look at it, ...
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| coins | 1/25/2008 |
Q: I have a Seated Liberty Dollar. It comes apart into two pieces and the center is open. I was told ...
A: There are a couple of names for the coin you have, one is "opium dollar" and the other is "box ...
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| penny struck on dime planchet | 1/25/2008 |
Q: I have a 1970 lincoln penny that I believe is struck on a dime planchet (a bit smaller, thinner, is ...
A: I have handled many of these coins from various yeras. They trade in the $100-$300 range depending ...
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| 1925 coin with shadow | 1/23/2008 |
Q: I have a 1925 penny that seems to have a shadow of the bust just to the right of the head and over ...
A: It sounds like some sort of doubling but you do not say if it appears to be struck twice or merely a ...
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| New to coin collecting | 1/23/2008 |
Q: We inherited a coin collection. Where do we find out values for the coins and what's a good ...
A: The first thing I would do is pick up a copy of the Guidebook to US Coins. Although the market ...
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| New Gold Dollar Presidential coins | 1/22/2008 |
Q: 1. How do I get the new dollar coins minted in Denver without paying an amount over the current ...
A: The First Spouse coins were only minted in gold. They were available from the US Mint. However, ...
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| coins | 1/21/2008 |
Q: I have over 200 lead pennise, a 1979 silver dollar, Kennedy half dollars silver 65,67 & 2 69 and 30 ...
A: Neil, Check you local yellow pages, there are a few dealers in the NYC area. The pennies are only ...
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| American Eagles | 1/21/2008 |
Q: Could you tell me the four distributors the government has selected to sell American Eagles?
A: I can but that won't help you. They will only wholesale is 10,000 ounce quantities. They are merely ...
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| 2003 platinum eagle design medallian | 1/19/2008 |
Q: I recently purchased a few coins at an estate sale on a whim...should have known better i guess. ...
A: OK, Now I have it. These medallions were minted by a private company. The 5 mil. and 10 mil. ...
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| coin collecting | 1/18/2008 |
Q: I have a collection of coin,wheat pennies, Lincoln pennies, nickels, dimes, quarters, halves, silver ...
A: All dimes, quarters and half dollars dated 1964 and before are 90% silver and currently worth about ...
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| Republic of Texas | 1/17/2008 |
Q: This has been gnawing at me for a few years now. I had had a $100.00 bill from the Republic of ...
A: Depending upon the variety and condition, these have traded for as high as $1,000 in auction. ...
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| Rare dime? | 1/16/2008 |
Q: I have a 1982-p dime that is non-reeded. It has not been milled off. Is this rare?
A: I have not handled one, but the concept of an unreeded dime would lead me to believe that it is ...
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| 1924 penny | 12/30/2007 |
Q: I have been collecting coins for about two years now and my mom gave me an old coin that she got as ...
A: Without physically inspecting the coin, I can not tell you what you have. It could be a penny that ...
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| Gold coins/world coins | 12/30/2007 |
Q: I was recently going through some coins that my dad had got while he wax in England, found one that ...
A: If the Blake is real, it is worth over $50,000 but so few genuine ones exist and so many copies were ...
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| 1890's Indian head penny | 12/28/2007 |
Q: I found many Indian head pennies in my husband's old file cabinet, all sorted by date. Except one ...
A: I would have to see your coin. I have one also, missing the last digit, and see no evidence of ...
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| eight coins | 12/27/2007 |
Q: My husband was approached at an auction yesterday by someone who had eight coins to sell - my ...
A: First off, the 1797 trade dollar is fake, they were not minted in that year. I would be suspect of ...
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| Coins | 12/26/2007 |
Q: Ok, let's just cut to the chase, I "inherited" a sack full of coins, and I have no clue as to what ...
A: The Columbian Expo coin has Columbus on it. There is a Cleveland Commem, but it does not have the ...
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| 1804 Dollar fakes | 12/22/2007 |
Q: You see many of the 1804 dollars floating around on the internet and obviously they are fakes, but ...
A: There are many types of counterfeits and each has it's own distinguishing characteristics. Fakes can ...
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| 1976 US fifty cents and 1914D US 1cent | 12/21/2007 |
Q: I recently received a 1776-1976D US half dollar. On the left of Independence Hall there is a Masonic ...
A: The Half Dollar was counterstamped after it left the US Mint probably as a promotional piece as a ...
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| us mint cions | 12/20/2007 |
Q: Where can i find the price that the mint charged for proof set and other coins that were issued by ...
A: Michael, You are looking for "Issue Prices". You may want to check the REDBOOK, I think they had ...
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| Buffalo Nickel/Indian Head | 12/19/2007 |
Q: Can you determine the worth of an 1937-E Buffalo Nickel. I haven't found any info on it. As well ...
A: It's probably a 1937-D buffalo, if you are looking on the back of the coin at the bottom by the rim. ...
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| 1971Eisenhowersilverdollar | 12/19/2007 |
Q: what is a 1971 eisenhower with a head on both sides worth?
A: Technically, it is impossible for the mint to produce such a coin simply because of the method of ...
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| misprinted penny | 12/18/2007 |
Q: I work at a bank and while I was counting coin I came across a 2005 penny that was stamped ...
A: Offcenter strikes are not super rare but they are uncommon. I have handled a number of pieces, ...
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| 1795 dollar | 12/16/2007 |
Q: i have a 1795 silver dollar. how do i determine if it real silver or the value of the coin.
A: You would need to have the coin inspected by a knowledgable dealer. If it is genuine, it could be ...
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| bicentennial Kennedy half dollar | 12/16/2007 |
Q: I have the above coin in what appears to be solid silver but the front above In God is a stamped ...
A: This coin was counterstamped after it left the US Mint. Maybe someone did it to commemorate a 20th. ...
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| Kennedy SMS | 12/13/2007 |
Q: How can you tell if it is a SMS? They look the same to me. Why are the SMS trading for a higher ...
A: SMS coins came out of the Special Mint Sets produced from 1965 through 1967 when the mint did not ...
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| SUPER VAM KEY? | 12/12/2007 |
Q: There is a Auction right now on EBAY the seller is stating that it's a "SUPER KEY" what is a super ...
A: Key coins are ones that are usually the rarest of the collection. VAM's are Silver Dollars that ...
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| Appraisal | 12/7/2007 |
Q: I have a 'moderate' coin collection which I would like to have appraised for insurance purposes. ...
A: You will need something in writing for the insurance. Since the bulk of the value will be in the ...
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| need the value of this penny | 12/5/2007 |
Q: I have a copper penny about the size of a current U.S. half dollar. On one side is a picture of ...
A: It sounds like you have a US Large Cent. These were struck up until the 1850's. Depending upon the ...
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| nickel made of copper | 11/30/2007 |
Q: i found a 1983 nickel that instead of being made of nickel it is made of copper, well most likely ...
A: NEVER CLEAN COINS, you diminshed it's value. It is a nickel that was struck on a penny blank. These ...
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| california gold 1/2 cent coin | 11/27/2007 |
Q: I found this coin mixed with my others. It is round, a golden color. On one side it says ...
A: You have a replica, or copy of a California Fractional Gold Piece. The genuine coins have the ...
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| connecticut quarter 1999 | 11/24/2007 |
Q: I just got a connecticut quarter that looks like the us mint used the wrong blank when it was ...
A: it is possible but doubtful as the blanks for the dollar coins are larger and would not fit in the ...
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| 1985 Penny - Has dime color | 11/15/2007 |
Q: I have a really nice looking 1985 penny that is a penny in all ways (imprint, etc) but has the dime ...
A: The coin would have to be inspected. Pennies from that year are zinc with copper plating. It is ...
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| coin prices | 11/14/2007 |
Q: our grandmother passed away and left us a box of 37 indian head pennies ranging from 1863 to 1907 ...
A: A lot has to do with the condition of the coins. Certainly, if they are in used condition they are ...
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| 2006Penny | 11/12/2007 |
Q: I have a 2006 penny with no marking as to who minted it. Who would have minted it with no mark? ...
A: It could be worth some money. It would have to be authenticated which costs about $35, probably ...
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| 2006Penny | 11/12/2007 |
Q: I have a 2006 penny with no marking as to who minted it. Who would have minted it with no mark?
A: Matt, there is no way of telling since Philadelphia Coins bear the P mintmark, Denver coins have D ...
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| old pennies | 11/12/2007 |
Q: I have come into a very old penny collection. 2 flying eagles 1857 & 1858. lots of copper nickle ...
A: You have to look at each coin individually and assign a value to it. You can get a copy of Coin ...
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| 1975 proof set | 11/7/2007 |
Q: I was wondering what a 1975 proof set was worth? I looked it up and it said no "s" in ten cents is ...
A: First off, No S means that there is no "S" mintmark on the dime. Some dimes were minted accidently ...
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| fair market value for 1928-S MS65 Peace NTC | 10/29/2007 |
Q: I have couple of "HIGH" grade coins certified NTC and they are (1) 1928-S MS65 Peace dollar, and (2) ...
A: NTC coins can be off by 2-3 grades. I would market them on ebay as uncertified coins but state in ...
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| 1990 prook | 10/26/2007 |
Q: How can i tell if the 1990 penny that i have is from Phililadelphia or San fransisco? The penny ...
A: I am guessing that the word PROOK is a misspelling and you meant PROOF. The Proof should bear the S ...
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| 1898 $5 National Bank Note | 10/23/2007 |
Q: In my family for 4 generations. Fold marks - crisp corners. The National Bank of Brunswick Georgia. ...
A: Paper money values depend on condition. The 1898 note is probably grade xf and if so worth about ...
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| overprint error | 10/20/2007 |
Q: I received a 1981 US $20 bill with the overprint rightside up on the back. What is the value of ...
A: It sounds to me like the print on the back might be from a previous sheet that was still wet and the ...
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| 1975 gold dime | 10/17/2007 |
Q: I have a 1975 gold dime that is inside a sealed clear plastic casing. It looks like maybe a ...
A: The mint did not produce gold dimes. What you may have is a dime that was gold plated after it left ...
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| 1887 silver dime | 10/17/2007 |
Q: i have a silver dime one way is a seated liberty and other way is like a star with BJ initial it is ...
A: It was common in the 1800's for a friend/lover to polish the back of a silver coin and engrave it ...
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| Common U.S. Silver Dollars | 9/30/2007 |
Q: I'm not a collector, but I'm interested in getting more of the large silver dollars I have in my ...
A: Many banks still have these available for their customers at $1 ea. These are known as Eisenhower ...
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| 1888 dime | 9/27/2007 |
Q: I have an 1888 seated lady dime with the back rubbed out and instead a gothic style letter D stamped ...
A: It was a custom in the 1800's to take a silver dime, polish off the back and hand engrave it. ...
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| strange coin | 9/25/2007 |
Q: I came across a copper dime, 1995 D, it is extremely thick and is not cantered on the coin ...
A: There are 2 issues here, the off center strike and the thickness. Off Center strike are valued by ...
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| Coins | 9/24/2007 |
Q: I am interested in coins, and actually have a few (a very small collection of Peace Dollars). ...
A: Let's go one step at a time. If you are a new collector, I suggest you only buy coins certified by ...
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| 1920 M standing liberty quarter | 9/23/2007 |
Q: I have a 1920 M standing liberty quarter and when you flip the same the eagle is upside down. Is it ...
A: It is normal for the eagle to be upside down. The M is the designer's initial, not a mintmark so ...
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| coins | 9/19/2007 |
Q: I have a 1921, 1922, 1879, and 1897 silver dollars. They all look like they have never been cleaned ...
A: Michael, These are all common date coins and truly not "rare". However they are 90% silver and ...
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| 1913 & 1911D Quarter Eagle Gold Coins | 9/17/2007 |
Q: I am feeling stupid this morning. I sold the 1913 to a dealer, without him giving me a price ...
A: I hear of these things happening on a regular basis. First off, without knowing the grades of the ...
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| Selling a Morgan collection | 9/16/2007 |
Q: We have recently had a family collection of Morgan silver dollars appraised with a date range of ...
A: First off, ebay is great for some things and bad for others. My experience has been that people who ...
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| Mercury Dimes | 8/23/2007 |
Q: > > I am Inventorying my father's coin collection. He has quite a lot of Mercury Dimes (489 ...
A: The dimes are worth about 70 cents each. When you get it all cataloged, call me. I am in NY, on ...
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| 1826 Large cent | 8/22/2007 |
Q: Just had a question i was hoping you could answer. i recently found a 1826 Large cent while metal ...
A: If you found the dimes metal detecting, chances are they are pretty beat up an cleaning them will ...
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| coin collection | 8/21/2007 |
Q: About 4 years ago i inherited my grandfathers coin collection. I know absolutly nothing about coin ...
A: First off, if the dollar coins are circulated,(used), and common dates, they are not worth much, ...
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| Silver dollars | 8/20/2007 |
Q: I have some silver dollars and I am wondering about their value, a 1880 Morgan,two 1922 Morgans and ...
A: In used (circulated) condition, you silver dollars are worth about $9 each. The 1971 Ikes are only ...
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| Liberty Gold Coin (20$) | 8/19/2007 |
Q: I have a 20$ liberty old coin that minted in 1903. i want to sell it but i do not know the price of ...
A: If the coin is not in mint condition, it will probably sell for about $600. In mint condition it ...
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| Two John Adams cracked dies at 2:00 | 8/17/2007 |
Q: http://www.coincommunity.com/forum/uploaded/honestabe/200781621154_Image021.JPG Above is the link ...
A: It is tough to say what they are worth at this time since we don't know how many exist. You can ...
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| Is my coin rare? | 8/17/2007 |
Q: I have what looks like a regular dime, but has the Lincoln memorial (Penny back) imprinted on the ...
A: I need more information. Can you see the normal dime back, AND the Lincoln Memorial? or is it just ...
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| Morgans & Peace dollars | 8/15/2007 |
Q: Inherited a bunch of coins. I have the following...Is the value of these coins more in selling them ...
A: You really need to have these coins looked ta and professionaly graded. However, your descriptions ...
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| currancy value | 8/14/2007 |
Q: I have 10 2$ bills never been in circulation with in sequence serial numbers dated 1965 and 1 $100 ...
A: The Alabama piece is probably a confederate note. Without inspecting the note or having more ...
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| Dime Stamped 2x on both sides | 8/14/2007 |
Q: 1990's era dime with heads and tails stamped on both sides. In other words, you can see heads and ...
A: I sounds like you have a double stamp/flipped over coin. What I suggest is that you do a seach on ...
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| Gold coin | 8/13/2007 |
Q: I Have a gold coin that says Georgivs V D.G Britt: OMN:REX F.D. IND:IMP: on the front and shows a ...
A: OK, I am looking at my catalogs and double checking dates, which I did not do before. Geo. V is on ...
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| 1959 Penny, either plated or not copper?? | 8/13/2007 |
Q: I have been looking all over the web for answers, I was helping out my girlfriend clean her room, ...
A: If the coin is in mint condition, like any other metal, it can tarnish. Soemtimes, with copper ...
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| Gold coin | 8/13/2007 |
Q: I Have a gold coin that says Georgivs V D.G Britt: OMN:REX F.D. IND:IMP: on the front and shows a ...
A: Depending upon the size, it can be either a British Gold Sovereign (Nickel Size) or a Half Sovereign ...
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| 1940's Penny? | 8/9/2007 |
Q: I have a 1940's penny the problem is that I cannot read the last digit. At first I thought it might ...
A: Oftentimes, grease would fill the dies when the coins were being minted. It sounds like that is the ...
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| Coin grades | 8/2/2007 |
Q: Mr. Joe, What is meant by "Proof Grade 65"? Thank you for your reply.
A: Coins are graded on a numerical scale of 1 to 70. Anything 60 and above is considered uncirculated. ...
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| 1984 Gold Dime | 8/1/2007 |
Q: I have a 1984 Gold Dime from the Denver mint, just wanted to know what is it and is it worth ...
A: Without a physical inspection, I can only think of two possibilities. One is that the coin has just ...
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| 2006 Silver Eagle | 7/31/2007 |
Q: I have a 2006 NGC First Strikes GEM Uncirculated silver eagle which does not a mintmark(No W). My ...
A: That's right John, The burnished coins came in the individual Gov't packs, not in tubes like normal ...
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| 2006 Silver Eagle | 7/30/2007 |
Q: I have a 2006 NGC First Strikes GEM Uncirculated silver eagle which does not a mintmark(No W). My ...
A: Although your coin was minted at West Point, Not all Silver Eagles bear the W mintmark. For ...
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| VALUE OF COINS | 7/29/2007 |
Q: I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW THE VALUE OF THE FOLLOWING COINS: SILVER DOLLOAR 1925 SILVER HALF DOLLOAR ...
A: Depending upon condition, I can only give you the minimum these coins are worth, they could be worth ...
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| coin | 7/26/2007 |
Q: I have a one-sided 1886-1986 100th anniversary coin,it is actually smaller than a dime,what is it ...
A: It sounds like you have a token, not a coin. Coins have denominations on them such as 1 cent, 5 ...
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| coin value possible buyer(s) | 7/25/2007 |
Q: Mr. Hylas, I came across a box of coins my grandfather left for me and I am curious about the value ...
A: Assuming the best possible condition of the coins, I hate to disappoint you. These are all very ...
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| 1936 coins and 1927 quaters | 7/25/2007 |
Q: i have a penny, nickel, dime, quarter, and half dollar from 1936 and i was wondering how much they ...
A: Regarding your coin, the 1936 year set could be very valuable is the coins are what is known as ...
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| undervalued coins/set | 7/24/2007 |
Q: What coins or sets would be a prudent investment as they are currently undervalued.
A: There are a number of variables that must be considered. There is no point telling you about a ...
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| Complete Penny Collection | 7/24/2007 |
Q: I have a complete penny collection from 1909 to 2007. It includes 290 coins. There is the 1909s ...
A: As a collector youa re aware that the bulk of the value is in the key dates that you mention. Just ...
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| 1941 Wheat Penny and 2000-P SACAGAWEA DOLLAR | 7/22/2007 |
Q: I have a 1941 wheat penny that is missing several of the leters on the back, it doesn't look worn, ...
A: The missing letters on the penny could be the result of grease in the dies. As such, it is a common ...
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| Strange Dime | 7/22/2007 |
Q: I recently found a misprinted dime. Itsa normal US die but look slike it was reminted in Panama to ...
A: Your coin needs physical inspection. There have been cases of US coins being stamped on foreighn ...
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| Strange Quarters & Dime (shrunk, thick copper edge) | 7/17/2007 |
Q: I have 3 quarters and 1 dime that are smaller than the normal size and have a very thick raised ...
A: There are many different types of coin errors produced every year, some are truly rare, others are ...
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| state quarter misprint | 7/12/2007 |
Q: I came across this site searching the web. I have a Tennesse state quarter printed in 2002. One side ...
A: The TN quarter sounds like it it missing it's outer nickel layer. I see these trade hands for about ...
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| 2004 D Dime DDO | 7/12/2007 |
Q: I recently found a dime that appears to have a small amount of doubling inside the ear. I had read ...
A: I remember seeing something about double ear 2004 cents, but not dimes. Check with error expert KEN ...
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| Gold colored quarter | 7/12/2007 |
Q: In a roll of quarters from the bank I found a 2002 Ohio state quarter that is Gold colored like the ...
A: Without being able to actually inspect the coin, I can only guess what we have here. It is possible ...
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| becoming a coin dealer | 7/11/2007 |
Q: I am older and plan on retiring soon. I would like to open a little coin shop where I would buy ...
A: I am assuming that you have a basic knowledge of coin and collecting, as well as grading coins. ...
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| Coin TVShows | 7/10/2007 |
Q: I watch Shopathometv.com for info about coins and how they are selling for, then I usually buy at ...
A: I don't know of any COIN DEALERS who have TV shows. The TV shows are done by salespeople, ...
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| Coin TVShows | 7/9/2007 |
Q: I watch Shopathometv.com for info about coins and how they are selling for, then I usually buy at ...
A: My experience with Coin TV Shows is that they are very overpriced. Since the value of a coin is ...
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| 1921 Peace Dollar with a problem | 7/9/2007 |
Q: I have a 1921 Peace Dolllar that I sent to NGC for grading. The coin came back ungraded as ...
A: If you contact the American Numismatic Assoc., they may be able to help you. Unfortunately, once NGC ...
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| 1863 Indian Head Pennie | 7/7/2007 |
Q: I have a collection of these that go from 1863 to 1902, they are in alright condition, but not ...
A: The key dates in the Indian Cent collection are 1877, 1908-S and 1909-S. The S is located on the ...
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| odd wheat penny | 7/6/2007 |
Q: ive been saving whatever wheat pennies that i come across and today i was going through them and i ...
A: Yes, I have heard of these and seen them. Sometimes the dies become filled with grease and as a ...
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| 1898 half dollar coin. | 7/6/2007 |
Q: Was wondering what this coin is made of ? I have only one, just want some info about it.. Thank you ...
A: If you pick up a copy of the GuideBook to US Coins, also known as the REDBOOK, it lists all the ...
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| Framed collections | 7/3/2007 |
Q: In clening out my Mom's basement, I came across 4 'framed' story coin collections 1) The Silver ...
A: They are probably worth more as "art" items than for their contents. People like to display these. ...
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| 1943 penny | 6/24/2007 |
Q: i have a 1943 penny but cant tell what the letter is so how do i go about finding out if it is a ...
A: the letter is not important. What is important is what it is made of. In 1943, the pennies were ...
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| coins | 6/24/2007 |
Q: i have a 1896 indian head penny how is it worth? its in v ery good condition. and i a have a silv er ...
A: By Hot item, I mean that they are popular on eBay. Sometimes they sell for $2 and sometimes for ...
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| canadian dimes | 6/20/2007 |
Q: could you tell me what a canadian dime with a misprint in the date (1998 with the one upsidedown and ...
A: I speialize in US coins but I would bet that there is good value to your coin. There is no listing ...
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| HELP | 6/19/2007 |
Q: WE FOUND A COIN/TOKEN THAT SAYS "J.D.E $3.00 HOMERVILLE" WE HAVE RESEARCHED HOMERVILLE G.A. AND OHIO ...
A: It is most likely a trade or merchant token good for $3 worth of goods or services. Maybe the ...
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| Coin Collection | 6/18/2007 |
Q: I have a coin collection and was trying to get an appraisal on for insurance purposes can you help ...
A: Anyone who would do an insurance appraisal would need to physically inspect the coins. If you are ...
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| Eagle 1776 | 6/18/2007 |
Q: I have a coin that has a date of 1776 . It has an eagle on it with Silver Issue 2 Gr .999 1776 ...
A: Your item is not a coin, coins are required to have a denomination such as 1 Dollar, 50 Cents etc. I ...
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| 1943 Quarter | 6/17/2007 |
Q: I have one of these 1943 quarters, the front and back edges are worn smooth, the engravings around ...
A: What do you mean by "one of these 1943 quarters"? Quarters from 1943 are silver and as such are ...
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| coins | 6/16/2007 |
Q: How is the best way for me to get my coins rated as far as their value.
A: You will have to pay a professional to do an appraisal of the collection. Inform them that this is ...
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| one cent piece | 6/13/2007 |
Q: i have a1943 silver liberty penny below the year the letter s is visable it will stick to amagnet is ...
A: 1971 Kennedy halves are not silver, they are copper nickel clad. It is worth face value. 1964 ...
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| copper stripe | 6/11/2007 |
Q: I have a silver dime with a 1/8 inch copper diagonal stripe across the face of it. Is this worth ...
A: That sounds like a situation where the Nickel sheet ran out before the next sheet fed in. Today's ...
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| Liberty coin MCMVII | 6/11/2007 |
Q: I have a twenty dollar "liberty" coin from the year MCMVII. What can you tell me about it and if it ...
A: If your coin is genuine, it is worth anywhere from $2500 and up. It can very very valuable ...
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| New Adams coin misprinted | 6/8/2007 |
Q: I have one of the new gold $1.00 coins of Adams that is missing the printing around the edge. I have ...
A: You are correct. My company is currently buying them for $50 each. There are some that have the ...
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| US columbia coin | 6/7/2007 |
Q: I came across a coin that I believe is US, but it is worn and hard to identify. The top of the ...
A: It sounds to me that you are on the right path. It probably is a colonial coin but other countries ...
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| US One Cent 1798 | 6/6/2007 |
Q: What is it worth?
A: It all depends on the condition of the coi. If the date is barely legible or the coin is porous or ...
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| Quarter question | 6/2/2007 |
Q: I have a 1995 quarter that looks normal on the front but the back side of the coin is the color of a ...
A: It soiunds to me that the nickel layer from the back is missing. These coins are like a sandwich of ...
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| 1978 penny with a smooth back | 6/1/2007 |
Q: Joe, I found a 1978 penny that has Lincoln on the front and a smooth back. It does not appear the ...
A: I would not toss it yet. When a coin is struck, the fron (obverse) and back (reverse) dies strike ...
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| Misprinted coil | 5/27/2007 |
Q: Do you know if this is true or not? On a 2007 silver dollar, there are supposedly a misprint on the ...
A: Kevin, All 2007 silver dollars are supposed to have "In God We Trust", "E Pluribus Unum" and the ...
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| 1980 & 1989 silver penny | 5/22/2007 |
Q: i have two identcal pennies that appear to be both silver. 1980 with no mint, and a 1989 with a D ...
A: these coins are not mint issues as such. The pennies are genuine but the counterstamp was placed on ...
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| Old Bills | 5/14/2007 |
Q: I recently received a collection of coins/bills from a deceased grandfather. Some of the old bills ...
A: The Russina bill is worthless. The US Bills' values depend on the condition. They newer, the more ...
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| coin grading services | 5/10/2007 |
Q: I've been reading your answers to various questions regarding coin grading services. You recommend ...
A: PCGS and NGC are the most widely accepted. Icg coins tend to sell at a discount to the other two. ...
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| set of 7 coins | 5/9/2007 |
Q: I have 2 boxes which makes 14 coins all together of the prestige 100th statue of liberty anniversary ...
A: 1986 Prestige sets are quite attractive. However, they are quite common and do sell in the $20-$30 ...
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| quarter | 5/1/2007 |
Q: i have a 1922 american quarter--any value? thanx ANSWER: Hi Annie, You must be mistaken. There ...
A: When the coins are used, they have little collector value unless of course they are a particluar ...
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| Silver coins dimes nickles, and quarters | 4/30/2007 |
Q: I have a 1935 indina nickle. Face looking right. I also have a dime dated 1945 with a womens head on ...
A: The coins you have are common but are certainly worth mor ethan face value. The Indian Head Nickel ...
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| coin appraisals | 4/25/2007 |
Q: I have inherited alot of coins and paper money and bought the red book 2007, but i would appreciate ...
A: Where are you located? You see, it will take you a lot longer to grade each coin and value it that, ...
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| Silver coins | 4/24/2007 |
Q: I work at a bank, and I have gotten into a very bad habit, or addiction, of looking for coins to ...
A: The FED normally delivers new coins, is it possible that your rolls are not coming from the FED but ...
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| Silver coins | 4/24/2007 |
Q: I work at a bank, and I have gotten into a very bad habit, or addiction, of looking for coins to ...
A: Any change coming from the FED will lack silver. Silver quarters (1999 til now) are only issued in ...
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| mnt proofs | 4/24/2007 |
Q: I have an important question. My daughter broke into our coin collection and opened the mint proof ...
A: The first thing I would do is get some everyday coins for your daughter, as "her" collection. :) I ...
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| Silver coins | 4/23/2007 |
Q: I work at a bank, and I have gotten into a very bad habit, or addiction, of looking for coins to ...
A: You're on the right path. Dimes, quarters and halves 1964 and before are 90% silver and worth about ...
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| 1967 quarter with a bubble in it | 4/20/2007 |
Q: I have a 1967 quarter that seems to have a bubble in it. I got it at a store as change. I have ...
A: Yes, I have seen them. The coins today are a sandwich of copper core and nickel outsides. The parts ...
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| is my coin real | 4/15/2007 |
Q: i have a 1924-G $20 double eagle coin that i think is silver but not for sure. is there any $20 ...
A: You say 1924-G. There was no "G" Mintmark. D or S Maybe? Anyway, there were no silver $20 coins. ...
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| 1868 Liberty head Nickel | 4/14/2007 |
Q: I have a liberty head nickel with the date 1868. From everything I have read, the liberty head was ...
A: You are correct. Liberty Head Nickels were produced from 1883-1913. Prior to that were what is ...
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| tax implications on inherited gold and silver coins when I sell them. | 4/12/2007 |
Q: I inherited a fairly large coin collection in mostly silver dollars and liberty 20 dollar gold coins ...
A: What state are you located in? Were the coins listed in the estate as an asset? Do you have ...
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| new misprinted dollar coins | 4/11/2007 |
Q: so i was just curious on how much the new missprinted dollar coins were that have in god we trust ...
A: They are only worth face value, $1. The mint employees do not specifically place the coins in the ...
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| dimes | 4/8/2007 |
Q: I have just started collecting old dime around early 1900s, I am collecting only for my one personal ...
A: First off, get a copy of the Guidebook to US Coins. That will give you current retail pricing and a ...
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| value of two coins | 4/7/2007 |
Q: I have two gold coins my father found on the shore in Highlands New Jersey in the 1940's marked as ...
A: Yes, they are Portugal. Now we must determine what denomination they are which we will do by size. ...
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| the value | 4/7/2007 |
Q: I have many supposed copper pennies 1943. Is there any such thing as pennies made of copper, that ...
A: Pennies mined in 1943 were made of steel, however a few dozen were made of copper and are worth ...
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| 1955 steel wheat cent | 4/4/2007 |
Q: i have a 1955 lincoln wheat cent that was struck on a steel planchet. it look's exactly as a 1943 ...
A: First off, is it attracted to a magnet like a 1943 cent? If not, it isn't steel. If it is, You ...
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| Lincoln head penny collection | 4/3/2007 |
Q: I was burgled in July 2006 and I am now doing my taxes and have a question. I had a complete (every ...
A: If you get a copy of the 2007 Guidebook to US Coins by RS Yeoman, you will be able to see all the ...
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| Sell collection | 4/2/2007 |
Q: My father recently passed away. My son and grandson and I have spent days, trying to separate coins ...
A: I need some info about the collection. What is is primarily comprised of? Silver? Gold? Silver ...
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| 1978 silver colored penny | 4/1/2007 |
Q: I have a 1978 silver colored penny, and I was wondering if it is worth anything?
A: There are a few possibilities. One that the coin is merely plated. Another is that the coin was ...
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| 1943 Silver Penny | 4/1/2007 |
Q: I took the corner of the penny and tried to scrape off what I thought was spray paint but all that ...
A: You have a 1943 steel cent. Steel was used for pennies in 1943 because copper was being used for ...
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| Question | 3/31/2007 |
Q: I might be worng but I have the new Geo. Washington dollar coin. There is no "in god we trust" ...
A: The coins were designed with "In God We Trust", "E. Pluribus Unum" and the date and mint mark ...
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| Seated Dollars | 3/29/2007 |
Q: I've become interested in collecting these. i've noticed that there are many cleaned coins offered ...
A: The loss of luster merely has to do with the original storage of the coins. It is a great series ...
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| 1973 dime | 3/27/2007 |
Q: I found a 1973 dime that has an unusual ring stamped on the reverse side. I have compared it to ...
A: Unless someone intentially did it either with a piece of pipe or some sort of a round puch, I have ...
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| Misprint Dollar Coin | 3/23/2007 |
Q: I work at a restuarant and recieved a misprint dollar coin as a tip. I was told it was worth up to ...
A: I need more info. Maybe I am wrong but I think what you have is one of the new George Washington ...
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| Coin | 3/20/2007 |
Q: I have a 1984 penny and it is silver. People say it could be a mis print and be worth some money. I ...
A: I would have to see the coin to determine just what it is. The pennies made in 1984 are copper ...
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| Wartime Coinage | 3/18/2007 |
Q: I have a framed set of Wartime Coinage, nickles and pennies dated 1942-1945, is it worth anything?
A: They are common but do have value. The Wartime nickels are part silver and trade for about 50 cents ...
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| Coin cleaning | 3/15/2007 |
Q: its mike again. I found some silver polish and tried it with only 1 coin. It took the haze off the ...
A: Jeweluster will only take off minor tarnish not heavy "Gunk". If you try to remove the real heavy ...
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| selling coin collection | 3/11/2007 |
Q: there are about 10 boxes or more filled with many coins including a 1955 double die penny that looks ...
A: Putting the coins up for auction would require inventorying them and accurately grading and ...
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| coin question | 3/11/2007 |
Q: yes i have a 1921 susan b anthony silver dollar i was wanted to know how much would it be worth if i ...
A: Susan B Anthiony dollars were not minted until roughly 60 years later. You ahve either a Morgan ...
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| two sided eagle dollar | 3/10/2007 |
Q: I have a silver dollar that has a eagle on both sides and if u flip it the eagle is upside down and ...
A: You don't say what year the silver dollar is. There are a number of aftermarket companies that take ...
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| 1943 Penny's | 3/8/2007 |
Q: I have been left coins from my Mother I have no idea what they are worth I have silver and copper ...
A: Most pennies are not worth a whole lot. Here are the dates to look for: 1909, 1914-D, 1922, 1931-D ...
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| Quarters | 3/7/2007 |
Q: I have been saving quarters for 8 years just as a way to save $$ not as in collecting. At this ...
A: Well, first off, any quarters dated 1964 or before are 90% silver. Those from 1965 to present are ...
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| coin collecting | 3/3/2007 |
Q: i have 2 grandchildren ...ages 7 and 9 i have got each a shoe box and buying coins for them..to give ...
A: A lot of that has to do with your budget and if you buy coins on a regular basis. The first thing I ...
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| Penny collection | 3/3/2007 |
Q: I am 58 and have a penney collection that my Grandmother passed down to me. The collection is from ...
A: I really would have to see the coins as each one has to be graded. But the 1909-S VDB is a key ...
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| connecticuct miss stamped coin | 3/1/2007 |
Q: what makes them worth anything......its pretty far off..
A: Value is determined by the % the strike is offcenter as well as the condition of the coin. While ...
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| Coin Error | 2/27/2007 |
Q: I do not have anything to measure the exact diameter but if you put it on top of another penny, it ...
A: for a 1953 cent, it should weigh 3.11 grams. My guess it that it is on a foreign planchet, that is ...
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| A question about bills and more coins | 2/26/2007 |
Q: please let me know if I am bugging you with too many questions. I was looking through bills and ...
A: The paper money, unless it is in crisp condition, doesn't pay to hold onto. The Conferate bill, I ...
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| 1976 Bicentennial Coins | 2/24/2007 |
Q: I found numerous 1976 Quarters, Half Dollars, and Dollars as well as $2 bills. I also have many ...
A: I always put bicentennial coins aside when I get them in change, you simply never get them and ...
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| A couple more questions | 2/22/2007 |
Q: I got most of my coins out and opened. The Proof Sets and Mint Sets are bad, green and rusty on ...
A: Don't use jeweluster on copper. You can use it on silver and copper nickel. I never tried it on ...
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| what to do with water damaged coins? | 2/21/2007 |
Q: I have a coin collection that was submerged by Hurricane Katrina waters. They sat for at least 2 ...
A: Gee, I'm really sorry to hear of your loss. Hopefully you had some insurance to cover the coins. ...
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| 1957 silver certificate one dollar bill | 2/20/2007 |
Q: i noticed on another bill minted that same year, the secty of the treasury andthe other signature ...
A: 1957 had a couple of different signature sets. 1957 had Priest/Anderson 1957-A had Smith/Dillon ...
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| silver issue 2GR dated 1776 | 2/15/2007 |
Q: I also have a hollow backed silver issue coin with an eagle, two stars, 1776 date,and a 7 digit ...
A: Coins like yours were made, outside the mint, for various reasons. Some were made by magicians so ...
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| Scam | 2/14/2007 |
Q: alright say I buy three eagles and later i want to get the melt value - do I melt it myself what do ...
A: American Eagle coins come in 4 sizes. 1oz., 1/2 oz., 1/4 oz., and 1/10 oz. They have legal tender ...
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| coin question | 2/14/2007 |
Q: I have a 1949 wheat penny with an error in the date. The one is only a dot and the nine is only a ...
A: There are numerous errors in coinage. What must be done first is to verify that it is a MINT error, ...
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| Scam | 2/13/2007 |
Q: where do I go to buy american gold eaglesI found a deal on ebay that is too good to be true given ...
A: There are numerous places that sell them. Even on ebay. They should cost about 15% over the melt ...
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| Scam | 2/13/2007 |
Q: I found a deal on ebay that is too good to be true given todays gold prices ...
A: I checked it out. Why do you say it is too good to be true? Maybe you didn't read the details. ...
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| .50 peice coins | 2/5/2007 |
Q: My mother in law just passed away and she had a huge coin collection. My husband is saving the very ...
A: First off, regarding the collection, you should have it looked at by a professional. Even though a ...
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| Concerning proof set | 2/3/2007 |
Q: Your response to my prior question was very thorough and informative - thanks. So I figured I would ...
A: This is a true dilemma. Let's start by me telling you that the sets you purchased are very ...
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| aluminum quarter? | 2/1/2007 |
Q: JOE, EARLIER TODAY I RECEIVED IN CHANGE A 1996 QUARTER IN EXCELLANT CONDITION, A VERY STRONG STIKE ...
A: Errors where coins are struck on the wrong planchet do happen since our treasury strike coins for a ...
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| 2004 dime | 1/31/2007 |
Q: I have a 2004 dime that has a goldish look to it. Is this anything significant?
A: You need to have the coin looked at. It could be tarnish or a copper/bronze wash that is used on ...
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| determining proof | 1/28/2007 |
Q: I have a 1908 Gold Indian Head Quarter Eagle and am confused as to how to determine if it is a ...
A: Unless you are experienced looking at matte proof $2.50 indians, chances are that you won't be able ...
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| silver coins | 1/19/2007 |
Q: Joe. Do you pay just for the Silver content of the coins? If so what is a typical price per ounce? ...
A: I will take dates into consideration when I review the coins. What you have to realize is that most ...
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| A coin I dont know much about. | 1/15/2007 |
Q: well, I was directed to this site, by someone who told me I can ask my question here, so I saw your ...
A: I sounds like a commemorative medal, not a coin since you do not say that it has a spendable "face" ...
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| 1964 quarters | 1/12/2007 |
Q: i recently found a 1964 silver quarter. how can i determine the value of my coin? i am currently ...
A: Dimes, Quarters and Half Dollars were made of 90% silver up until 1964. It was in 1965 that they ...
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| selling silver | 1/11/2007 |
Q: if you had a large collection of silver eagles and 90% coinage and you wanted to sell, who would you ...
A: Persoanlly, being in the business, I would sell to myself, but that isn't very objective is it? ...
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| silver penny | 1/11/2007 |
Q: I have a penny dated 1960 and it's silver with some brown like a regular penny showing on it. Is it ...
A: The coin requires physical examination. It could be a regular penny that was plated with silver or ...
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| Misstamped coins | 1/10/2007 |
Q: I have 2 misstamped coins. THe first is a penny, 1981, with about 1/8th of an inch crescent moon ...
A: Offcenter strikes are pretty common. If you look on eBay, there are quite a few of them for sale ...
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| U S Coins (Penny) | 1/5/2007 |
Q: I have a 1956 Lincoln penny, that is not stamped correctly. It has a large fat ridge on the head ...
A: This is a common error, I have seen many like this. There are collectors who may pay $1-2 for your ...
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| coins | 1/3/2007 |
Q: my grandfather left me , a coin collection from the franklin mint , it is THE GOVERNERS SERIES OF ...
A: Traditionally, Franklin Mint items are Sterling Silver. The gold plating can not be recycled from ...
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| Wheat penny with mistake date | 1/3/2007 |
Q: My friend has a wheat penny with a nine as the date. Do you know approximately how much this penny ...
A: Since wheat pennies were made from 1909 to 1959, there should be 4 digits to the date. Chances are ...
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| Silver Dollars | 1/3/2007 |
Q: Joe, I recently inherited a collection of silver dollars. I need to have these insured but I have ...
A: To get an insurance appraisal requires that the coins be physically inspected, graded and appraised. ...
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| pcgs state quarters | 12/31/2006 |
Q: I have started a collection of pcgs P+D state quarters. Do you think they will be a good investment ...
A: Tough question. The reason I say this is that if you are paying too much for them now, you may ...
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| Dollar Coin | 12/30/2006 |
Q: Joe, I have a dollar coin dated 1891 that I found in my deceased fathers gun safe. I was wondering ...
A: Depending upon the condition and mint of the coin, it can have a value of between $11 and $300 or ...
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| st Gaudens | 12/30/2006 |
Q: I have about 6 $20 St Gaudens purchased when gold was near $800. They have all been graded and ...
A: Who graded the coins that you have? Grading opinions vary and the only 2 that really matter are ...
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| $20 coin | 12/30/2006 |
Q: I would like to ask you how do I know the real value of a coin. My Dad collects coins and by reading ...
A: Chances are that if your dad has a high relief 1907 St. Gaudens that it is NOT the pattern coin. ...
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| 2001 Quarter | 12/29/2006 |
Q: I have a 2001 quarter that seems to have misses the copper layer process. I received in change from ...
A: I have seen the outer layer missing, but not the inner copper layer. The coin should weigh 5.67 ...
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| 1983 US Penny | 12/29/2006 |
Q: Joe, I have a 1983 Penny that is gold in color, but does not appear to have been tampered with. I ...
A: Even a photo won't help me, I really would have to see the coin. Remember this, in 1982 the US Mint ...
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| certified | 12/27/2006 |
Q: what does it mean when a coin is labeled "certified" or certified by PCGS
A: Certified means that the coin was authenticated and graded for quality by a 3rd. party who is ...
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| 1882 New Orleans Mint Indian Head Penny | 12/27/2006 |
Q: Yes, the "O" is on the face of the coin, right under the "E" in word "States" and right before the ...
A: That may be a counterstamp or simply a hole in the coin or something else. The only Indian Cent ...
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| miss print penny | 12/27/2006 |
Q: I have a penny, blank on the "heads" side, and double printed on the "tails" side, and slightly out ...
A: You coin would have to be physically inspected. It sounds to me like a penny we would put on the ...
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| protective coatings on copper wheat pennies | 12/27/2006 |
Q: as a kid my uncle tried to get me involved in collecting and one of the things I remember him doing ...
A: That was a very old practice. Even before my time! From what I remember reading, collectors often ...
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| Silver dollar misprint? | 12/27/2006 |
Q: Have you ever heard of a coin, silver dollar in this case, in which only one side of the coin went ...
A: You may have a uniface die trial piece. If the coin is the correct weight and has not beeen tampered ...
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| 1882 New Orleans Mint Indian Head Penny | 12/26/2006 |
Q: I found this penny in a bunch of Indian Heads I have and can'y find a single reference to it ...
A: I have never heard of an Indian Cent struck at New Orleans. The only thing that I can imagine is ...
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| 1978 d quarter | 12/25/2006 |
Q: The mint mark is total filled,is this normal for that year of coin or could it be a error coin? ...
A: Mint state coins, as opposed to proof coins, tend to have more errors. Although you have a filled ...
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| Filipina coins | 12/25/2006 |
Q: I have a set of about 160 US made Filipina coins, 5 and 1 centavos ranging from 1903-1950 and was ...
A: The US Half Doillars are worth about $6 each in used condition. The Phillipines coinage was struck ...
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| bills | 12/23/2006 |
Q: i have several bills with stars in them why is this? what is the purpose of the star? for ...
A: Star notes are replacement notes when a bill gets damaged and is replaced by the treasury. The ...
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| I found a 1975 silver penny | 12/21/2006 |
Q: I found a silver penny. it looks just like a regular copper penny, but very shiny everything is just ...
A: I am currently buying those pennies for $50. Email me and let me know to look for the package. My ...
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| 2005 nickel misprinted | 12/20/2006 |
Q: The face is off set and cuts the top and back of the head and has In God We Trust then Liberty D ...
A: It's tough to say without seeing the coin. The fact that the back is normal is what is odd if the ...
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| nickel | 12/20/2006 |
Q: I was wondering about a nickel that I received in some change it has Jefferson on both sides and it ...
A: Most likely, what you have is a magician's coin. These are available at novelty stores for about $7 ...
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| question about coin | 12/18/2006 |
Q: A couple years ago I came across a miss-stamped Connecticut Quarter, is this worth anything? I also ...
A: As for the quarter, it depends upon what the error is. If it is just a minor error, there probably ...
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| 1879 Dollar | 12/14/2006 |
Q: Why is the size of this dollar so big? In most descriptions I have read, this type of dollar is ...
A: When those coins were made, our monetary system based backed by silver and gold. The silver dollars ...
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| silver quarters | 12/14/2006 |
Q: What is the value of silver quarters at this time and what is the best way to sell them right now?
A: Silver quarters dated 1964 and prior are currently worth about $2.25 each. Most dealers would be ...
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| penny | 12/13/2006 |
Q: I have a penney that is only about 1/3 print on it. It only has In and Liberty and the very back of ...
A: From your description, I can't tell if part of the strike is missing or if the coin is struck ...
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| Miss printed penny | 12/5/2006 |
Q: I was wondering if a stamped penny that only has about half the stamp on it is valuable. The date is ...
A: What you have is called an "Offcenter Strike". They really aren't that rare, they are measured by ...
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| Old Gold Pieces | 12/2/2006 |
Q: I would like to know the value of several old coins my mother has. Which ones will bring more for ...
A: All of the US coins are worth more as coins than for their gold. The Krugerrands and 50 Peso coins ...
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| clarification on two-headed quarters | 11/29/2006 |
Q: Are all 2-headed quarters "trick" quarters (spliced from two real coins for magicians)? I have one ...
A: If it is undated, it is not a genuine US coin. But yes, all dated, 2 headed quarters are trick ...
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| Wheat Pennys | 11/28/2006 |
Q: Which wheat pennys with no mint mark are the rarest and so ought after 1942-1943-1944
A: The rarest no mint mark cents after 1944 would have to be the 1955 double die cent. For the most ...
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| 1909 svdb penny | 11/22/2006 |
Q: What does M567Br stand for? Some websites talk about the coloring, red vs brown pennies...which is ...
A: MS-67 relateds to the numerical grade. Coins are graded from 0-70 with 70 being the ultimate ...
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| 1909 svdb penny | 11/22/2006 |
Q: My father is a small time coin collector and is missing the 1909 svdb penny for his colletion. He ...
A: First off, the S is the mintmark designating San Francisco as the origin the coin was struck at. ...
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| rare coin | 11/21/2006 |
Q: Joe, I have a quarter that on one side has a picture of a cowboy roping a man with a towle raped ...
A: Coins like this have become known as "parody" coins. They are made by a non-government company ...
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| 1975 liberty penny | 11/21/2006 |
Q: i got one to how much is it wroth is it silver
A: Certainly, I can not determine if the coin is silver without seeing it. It may be aluminum or it ...
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| VALUE OF A COUPLE COINS | 11/20/2006 |
Q: I WAS WONDERING IF YOU CAN GIVE ME AN ESTIMATE OF A COUPLE OF COINS, THE FIRST IS A 1891 CC SILVER ...
A: The 1901-S $5 gold piece is a common date coin. Depending upon the condition of the coin, it can ...
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| missing letter | 11/16/2006 |
Q: NOT a wear out ck'd with a magnifier no raise coin E at allI have a 1942 S US Wartime Silver ...
A: OK. The only other thing that I can think of is that there was grease in the die when the coin was ...
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| Susan B. Anthony | 11/15/2006 |
Q: I've been collecting SBA dollars for no apparent reason and was wondering if they're going to be ...
A: They may but you have to realize that with inflation, will it be worth the time and effort enough to ...
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| misprinted quarter | 11/14/2006 |
Q: it looks like a half moon shape. someone told me it was worth a lot of money, I thought I would ask ...
A: so the coin is not round? If that is the case, it was a bad planchet, better known as a "clipped ...
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| Possible discovery of a hidden treasure ? | 11/10/2006 |
Q: Okay. Thanks, it was a good explanation but my next question is : How can you assume (based on what ...
A: Natalie, I did not rate the coins a 5. I have no idea what you are talking about. I based my ...
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| 1997 Jackie Robbinson com. proof set | 11/9/2006 |
Q: Hayes, I have a 1997 Commemorative PROOF coin set with the $5.00 Gold Coin, Card, Pin and patch in ...
A: I am all for keeping coins in their original holders. Any coin can be certified at any time. ...
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| Possible discovery of a hidden treasure ? | 11/9/2006 |
Q: I am a Canadian living in Japan since 10 years. My husband (Japanese) discovered this week a hidden ...
A: This is a followup to your question and commentary on your feedback for me. You described the coins ...
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| 1788 Mass Colonial & 1907 Ind hd. penny | 11/9/2006 |
Q: I just found these two coins while going through my father's old collection this AM. Both are a bit ...
A: The 1907 penny is only worth about 75 cents in worn condition. The Massachusetts can be anywhere ...
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| coin values | 11/8/2006 |
Q: I have had some coins all my life and I'm curious to know their value: Silver dollars - Lady Liberty ...
A: The silver dollars are all common date coins, although old. Without seeing them, all I can tell you ...
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| 1919 one penny | 11/4/2006 |
Q: i have a 1919 one penny with a roman man on front with sword(i think) with shield on it and on back ...
A: The penny is a British large cent. They are worth very little as many were made and still exist. ...
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| old coin? | 11/3/2006 |
Q: I found a coin under the carpet in a very old houe. The coin appers to be copper. It is in excellent ...
A: What you have is a Denver Mint Commemorative Medal depicting the mint seal and date of inception of ...
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| Gold Buffalo Question | 11/1/2006 |
Q: Good afternoon, I recently purchased a couple of the new Gold Buffalo coins and they arrived in a ...
A: There are 2 different rules of thought. Some people prefer the original mint packaging but they ...
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| Copper Quarter | 11/1/2006 |
Q: I have a 1967 quarter that looks copper. It is very thin compared to others. Has the silver just ...
A: Since the coins dated 1965 and later are actaully a sandwich of copper and nickel with copper being ...
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| Silver Eagles: Uncirculated vs proof vs normal | 10/30/2006 |
Q: Mr. Hylas, Hello, My name is Ciro. I wanted to start investing in silver coins and I decided to buy ...
A: If you are just looking to buy silver, buy 100 oz. bars, that is the cheapest way to go. If you ...
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| coin slabbing | 10/29/2006 |
Q: i have some coins that i bought years ago and i want to sell them. recently i was examining them and ...
A: Spotting on coins comes in different degrees. Black spots on cents and nickels, white spots on ...
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| 1921 silver dollar | 10/24/2006 |
Q: Any answers you might be able to help me with i would sure appreciate it thanks so much shanna ...
A: The MINT produced 2 types of silver dollars in 1921, one is known as a Morgan Dollar, the other is a ...
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| coin information | 10/23/2006 |
Q: I have a one dollar silver piece dated 1887 has Eipluribus Unum on the front face of liberty also. ...
A: Your 1887 Morgan Dollar in used condition is worth about $17 while your Walking Liberty Half Dollar ...
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| 5 cent coin | 10/19/2006 |
Q: both sides of this nickel have the tail stamp and no date. Would like to know any info that you ...
A: Usually when we see something like this it is because 2 coins were split and then glued back ...
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| What to do | 10/18/2006 |
Q: Ssssup there Joe, Ifound a wheat penney today in my change. I would like to know if there's any ...
A: First off, if you don't dee a D or S under the date, it was made in Philadelphia. If it's that beat ...
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| quarters | 10/12/2006 |
Q: Where is a reputable place to sell the coins?Hi I have a number of quarters that are all silver: ...
A: if you want, you can ship them to me in NY. Joe Hylas Omega PM 18 Village Square Glen Cove, NY ...
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| value of Liberty Gold Coin 1899 | 10/12/2006 |
Q: RE: $20 Liberty Gold Coin 1899. The last time that I sent it to be appraised about 5 years ago (not ...
A: You never told me the grade of the coin. If the coin grades MS-65 (GEM) it is worth now about ...
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| 20th Anniversary gold Eagle set 3 pcs. | 10/10/2006 |
Q: I recently purchased this set for $ 9000 in 70 grade by ICG claiming first day of issue # 25 of 149. ...
A: First off, buying from TV is not the most cost effective way to collect coins. NGC coins are worth ...
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| coins | 10/6/2006 |
Q: I have a collection, several hundred coins, and some paper currency. Mainly Canadian, American, some ...
A: Sorry it took so long to get back to you, I was away at a "Parent's Weekend" and my daughter's ...
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| misprinted quarter | 10/6/2006 |
Q: I have a quarter that was misprinted. It has Washington's head on both sides. On one side the date ...
A: Sorry it took so long to get back to you, I was away at a "Parent's Weekend" and my daughter's ...
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| indianhead nickel | 10/4/2006 |
Q: my nickel has no date,can they be dated.when you turn the nickel around is the buffalo upside down
A: Sorry it took so long to get back to you, I was away at a "Parent's Weekend" and my daughter's ...
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| Coin Value | 10/4/2006 |
Q: My family has a 1960 John F Kennedy $1 dollar coin with the face of jfk on both sides. I would like ...
A: Sorry it took so long to get back to you, I was away at a "Parent's Weekend" and my daughter's ...
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| 1975 Silver Penny | 10/1/2006 |
Q: I have a 1975 Silver Penny. It has a "D" just below the 1975. Is it worth anything? Other than a ...
A: I could be! We need to know if it is plated with some silver metal or if it is actually made from ...
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| mis- stamped 2001 New York quarter | 9/29/2006 |
Q: I have a 2001 New York quarter and it looks to be mis-stamped and some of the silver clad is ...
A: It sounds to be to be damage caused by a coin counting machine. I have seen the extra rim on other ...
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| 1975 Silver-colored penny | 9/29/2006 |
Q: I cam across your site while in search of information on my 1975 silver-colored penny. It seems like ...
A: There are a few option here. Unfortunately, they all require me seeing the coin, or at least more ...
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| 1912 nickle | 9/20/2006 |
Q: I was getting change back from the vending machine and I received a dull silver coin that looks ...
A: Liberty Nickels were officially minted from 1883 to 1912. You never see those in circulation ...
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| my quarter is to thick | 9/20/2006 |
Q: I have a old washington quarter I've had it for years I got it out of a change machine and tried to ...
A: Can't say I have ever heard of something like that. The us mint is pretty precise when they mint ...
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| Value of penny collection | 9/18/2006 |
Q: I recently found a penny collection that I started when I was a child (am 56 now). I want to know if ...
A: We come from the same era. I think every baby boomer had a penny collection, and still does for ...
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| 1943D US penny | 9/16/2006 |
Q: I saw on a site from 2005 someone named Lisa asked you about a 1943D penny with what she saw as a ...
A: It sound like what you have is a coin that was counterstamped after it left the US Mint. The ...
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| S Morgan Silver Dallors! | 9/15/2006 |
Q: I have a few questions! While i was at work i came across 2 "s morgan silver dallors" one dated 1900 ...
A: First off, do not clean the coins. Cleaning the coins will reduce the value. Similar to an antique ...
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| value of two coins | 9/14/2006 |
Q: what is the value of a 1900 quarter & a 1914 quarter?
A: What you have are known as "Barber" Quarters. So named after the designer, Charles Barber. This ...
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| value of penny struck on one side only | 9/7/2006 |
Q: I have a 1977 Lincoln cent that was only struck on the front. How much is it worth. Condition is ...
A: The coin was altered. When a coin is struck at the mint, the obverse and reverse dies clash ...
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| METAL ONE CENT COIN | 9/7/2006 |
Q: I WOUL LIKE TO NOW A BUT 1943 METAL ONE CENT COIN
A: In 1943, US cents were made from zinc coated steel because copper was being used in the war effort. ...
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| 1908 Lincoln Head Penny | 9/6/2006 |
Q: My son has a Lincoln Head Penny that all of us would swear is dated 1908. The 8 appears to be a ...
A: The did start in 1909. Maybe the coin was altered from a 1938. Get a good magnifier and take a ...
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| stars on paper money | 9/5/2006 |
Q: i have a friend who is collecting paper money with stars on them, are they worth any more than what ...
A: Star notes are a favorite with collectors but unless they are old or in mint condition, they really ...
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| 1371 brass???? star of david one side 20 franc other | 9/3/2006 |
Q: I have a coin matching this discription. I have no idea where to begin. I have many other coins in ...
A: I would guess that the 1371 coin is FRENCH Morocan. They are not rare and the date is different due ...
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| old dime, penny and silver penny | 9/1/2006 |
Q: I have a 1945 dime. It has a lady on the front with a bird or wing on the side of her head. It says ...
A: the dime is worth about 70 cents. The 1945 penny is probably a 1943 steel cent. Steel was used ...
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| 1879-S Morgan Dollar | 8/24/2006 |
Q: I have a 1879-S Morgan Silver Dollar. Evidently there are two different designs. There is the 1879-S ...
A: The reverses are known as "reverse of 1878" and "reverse of 1879" The reverse on 1878 shows 7 ...
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| Coins | 8/23/2006 |
Q: I am not a collector, but have come across a 1897 U.S. penny. It is in recognizible condition, but ...
A: The 1897 cent is not rare, it is worth only about $1 in circulated condition. The 1972 US Proof set ...
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| Value of coin | 7/5/2006 |
Q: I have a dollar coin dated 1888. It has what looks like the Mercury womans's face on the front ...
A: Morgan Dollars were minted from 1878 through 1904 and then again in 1921. 1888 is a common year ...
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| Masonic penny | 7/4/2006 |
Q: "I have a Masonic one cent piece. It is copper and has a cupped edge. It is the size of a normal ...
A: I'm sorry but I have never seen an item like this, so giving you any infor is impossible. You do ...
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| Error or Missprint Penny | 7/4/2006 |
Q: I have a 2006 penny that does not have the place of print stamped on it (The P or D). Would like to ...
A: The P or D is supposed to be right under the date. If it is not visible, the error may be cause by ...
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| Coin identification | 7/3/2006 |
Q: I have a coin that has a ladiy with a bun and above it says trans mississippi exposition Omaha. The ...
A: What you have is not a coin, it is a medal. Coins must have a denomination such as 50 cents, $1 ...
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| 1964 & older 90% silver coins | 7/2/2006 |
Q: joe, are you aware of any formula to determine the scrap value of 90% us silver coins based on the ...
A: There really is no set formula, every dealer is different. But as a guideline, there are about 712 ...
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| Gold (?) Bar | 6/26/2006 |
Q: After my father passed away, I found what may be a gold bar in his lockbox. It's about 5"w x 3" h x ...
A: If you can fax a picture or scan and email it, I may be able to help. I have been dealing in ...
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| Miss stamper coin | 6/26/2006 |
Q: My wife has a penny blank that has been stamped as a nickle on both sides. The stamping is off ...
A: Off metal errors are not terrible rare but they are scarce. Depending upon the condition, it can be ...
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| shop at home t.v. coins | 6/16/2006 |
Q: I find myself watching coins shows on T.V. and I can't determine if they generally sell their ...
A: Let's just say that they aren't the cheapest way to buy coins. TV Airtime cost money, big money and ...
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| 1942 penny | 6/12/2006 |
Q: I had a 1943 steel penny in my collector's book. When I went to add the 1943 D steel penny to my ...
A: First off, never clean coins, it diminishes their value. 1943 pennies are steel, coated with zinc. ...
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| Great-uncles coin collection. | 6/12/2006 |
Q: I have taken on the challenge of doing something with my great-uncles coin collection. He was ...
A: Wow, you have a big job ahead of you! To the inexperienced, this could take you many months and ...
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| coin worth | 6/12/2006 |
Q: what is the worth of Indian head nickles and I have a 1903 dime
A: For indian head nickels to have any value, you must be able to read all 4 digits of the date. If ...
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| 1943 copper penny | 6/11/2006 |
Q: Is the 1943 copper penny worth alot,something about it being made right after the silver penny ...
A: The bulk of the production of 1943 pennies were made of zinc coated steel. Only about 50 coins are ...
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| 1848 penny | 6/10/2006 |
Q: My mother gave my siter and I old US pennies. I have one dated 1848 and my sister's is older just ...
A: I am assuming that this is a US coin. Large cents are quite popular with collectors. Although not ...
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| pennies | 6/9/2006 |
Q: I found a post 2000 D Lincoln penny that was silver in color. I was wondering if anyone else had ...
A: Today's pennies are not copper. They are copper plated zinc. One of 2 things may have happened. ...
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| penney | 6/5/2006 |
Q: What is the difference in value of a 1941(D,S, and P) and a 1943(D,S, and P) penny?
A: in mint condition, the 1941-P,D,S is listed at .80 1.65 and 1.75 respectively the 1943-P,D,S is ...
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| Old pennies... | 6/4/2006 |
Q: I have saved my old coins since childhood, about 30 years worth. Most are wheat pennies and I think ...
A: Pick up a copy of the Guidebook for US Coins by RS Yeoman It lists every US coin ever minted and ...
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| US silver proof sets | 6/2/2006 |
Q: I have a basic coin collecting question here. I've been dabbling in this hobby for years now but I ...
A: What you have to remember is that books like the Red Book or Black book are basically printed a year ...
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| About 1943 Silver D penny | 6/1/2006 |
Q: I fountd this site during a google search. My step-dad has a coin collection and just got it back ...
A: The penny is probably zinc plated steel. Copper was being used in the war effort and the cents from ...
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| Mis-stamped coins | 5/31/2006 |
Q: I have a friend who has a coin that is a 1920 dime on the front and a wheat penny on the back. Could ...
A: The dime/penny could be real but I would need more information. Is the penny side copper and the ...
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| Coin appraisal | 5/29/2006 |
Q: My Mother passed away recently and we found a small amount of coins but have no idea of there ...
A: First off, are there a lot of coins and of what type? Country of origin, denomination, date, etc. ...
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| US silver proof sets | 5/28/2006 |
Q: Why are the 2001 silver proof sets so much more expensive than the 2000 silver proof sets. I know ...
A: Certainly mintage plays a part in the rarity of coins, but also popularity. Whenever you get a ...
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| penny | 5/26/2006 |
Q: i have a 2 1904 Indian Head Cent 1 is smaller then the other and has copy printed on the back why ...
A: The one with copy is probably a merchant token. This was a common practice for merchants to use a ...
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| one cent 1897 | 5/24/2006 |
Q: I have run across an 1897 one cent coin that appears to be made from a metal other than copper. My ...
A: Unfortunately, without seeing the coin, I can't tell you much. Normally, these are made of copper ...
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| coin Values | 5/23/2006 |
Q: Joe, I have inherited som coins from my father and wanted to know th value of them, they are the ...
A: The Peace dollars in used condition are worth $12 ea The Morgan Dollars are $13-14 ea The Ike ...
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| Bicentennial quarter 1776-1976 | 5/20/2006 |
Q: I have a bicenntial quarter that looks rather odd. Ole George had a protursion on the end of his ...
A: No design flaws were noted but that doesn't mean they don't exist. It is possible that the marks ...
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| PENNY'S WORTH | 5/19/2006 |
Q: I ALSO HAVE A 1975 PENNY WITH THE OUTLINE OF THE UNITED STATES ON IT WITH THE LIBERTY BELL ALSO. ...
A: Pennies like this are quite common and are not minted this way. Rather, they are counterstamped ...
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| Mint silver proof sets | 5/19/2006 |
Q: I can buy 2006 Mint silver proof sets for $37.95 plus s/h from the U S Mint. However, I purchased ...
A: The 2005 sets are probably just leftover stock that a dealer had or a collector is selling off ...
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| Coin Values | 5/18/2006 |
Q: I am trying to find some information for my Grandma. She has some coins that I am trying to find out ...
A: I will do the best I can. The 1923 silver dollar is worth about $15. The 2005 and 2003, if they are ...
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| Silver | 5/14/2006 |
Q: I have a few questions about old coins my grandfather has given to me: 1943 Libery Half-dollar Susan ...
A: The 3 half dollars are worth $3.50 each The 1889 Dollar is worth between $12 and $30 depending upon ...
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| coin values | 5/7/2006 |
Q: My brother worked in retail for years and collected coins thru his job. I don;t have a clue as to ...
A: The 1901 Silver Dollar in used condition is worth about $15 The dimes are common and worth their ...
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| medallic first day covers | 5/4/2006 |
Q: if I remove the siver medals from the first day covers, are the covers themselves still worth ...
A: Although stamps are not my area of expertise, from what I have learned, I know this. If the FDC's ...
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| Steel Penny Mis-stamped | 5/3/2006 |
Q: I have a steel penny that is only stamped on one side. I cannot tell the year since that side is ...
A: Chances are that the front of the coin has worn away. I say this because the front and back dies ...
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| VALUE OF MISPRINTED COINS | 5/2/2006 |
Q: How much is a 1924 Silver eagle dollar worth with the back mispelled. In God we Trvst, instead of ...
A: The designer of the coin took artistic liberty with the word TRUST. They all are spelled with a "V" ...
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| pennies | 4/29/2006 |
Q: I have a penny that has part of the back of a penny imprinted on Lincolns head-is this unusual?
A: Yes it is unusual. Without seeing the coin, it sounds like the coin was struck with "clashed dies" ...
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| another 1975 penny | 4/24/2006 |
Q: I too have run into a 1975 silver penny...it has a liberty bell above the liberty beside Lincoln's ...
A: Merchants will sometimes "counterstamp" coins with designs for marketing reasons. Maybe your is ...
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| coins | 4/19/2006 |
Q: Would a quater with a date of 2000 and a P under the date,and an inital on the back that is WC be ...
A: The 1927 Buffalo Nickel is worth about $1 The 2 dimes are worth about 70 cents each The 1889 Indian ...
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| Wheat Pennies and Silver Certificates | 4/8/2006 |
Q: Mr Hylas: I recently inherited a large number of wrapped wheat pennies. They have been in my ...
A: Cline, Wheat pennies seem to be the one thing in life that everyone has but that doesn't mean that ...
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| 1968 Kennedy Halves Mint Bag | 4/8/2006 |
Q: I have a sealed bag of 1968 Kennedy halves that I'm curious as to the value of. The bag is sealed ...
A: That's a very cool item! Don't open it, and try not to move it too much as moving it makes the ...
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| value | 3/28/2006 |
Q: what is a 1845 half cent worth ?
A: Depending upon the condition of the coin, an 1845 US Half Cent has a retail value starting at $500 ...
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| can you give me an idea as... | 3/25/2006 |
Q: can you give me an idea as to value: uncirculated ms60 (sleeve) 20 silver dollars 1885 o ...
A: My company is currently buying rolls of Morgans (uncirculated) for between $320 and $400. There is ...
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| COLLECTION COINS | 3/4/2006 |
Q: Joe Hi, I have a collection of mercury dimes and silver quarters. Im thinking about selling them ...
A: We'll start with the counting of pennies. There are plastic tubes that hold exactly 50 pennies to ...
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| Hi Joe,
I have what appears... | 2/26/2006 |
Q: I have what appears to be a Barber pattern or test pattern dime. It is dated 1891 (as you know, the ...
A: Without seeing the coin, it's tough to say what it is. There was a pattern piece dated 1891 but it ...
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| US/Filipinas Coin | 2/25/2006 |
Q: While going through some old boxes I came across a coin I can not identify. It appears to be copper ...
A: The Philipines were acquired by the US in 1899 as part of a treaty with Spain ending the ...
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| One sided penny | 2/21/2006 |
Q: Mr. Hylas, I am a cashier in a grocery store and the other day I opened a roll of pennies from the ...
A: When a coin is minted, the coin blank (planchet) is struck simultaneously by the front and back ...
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| Cleaning a collection | 2/16/2006 |
Q: My father had an extenstive coin collection stored in cardboard folders, plastic "pocket" folders, ...
A: I'm sorry to hear about that. What I would do first is gently place the coins in bowl or shallow ...
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| Error Coin | 2/15/2006 |
Q: I have an 1859 indian head penny with some sort of deformity. It almost looks like the planchet ...
A: You can send the scan to me at JoeHylas@aol.com Use the subject line ERROR INDIAN As for the ...
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| Nickel Collecting | 2/8/2006 |
Q: I recently started collecting coins and decided to start with nickels. I'd like to get 1 coin from ...
A: There are 4 series of nickels: Shield Nickels made from 1866-1883; Liberty Nickels made from ...
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| Silver colored penny | 2/4/2006 |
Q: I have a 1975 Lincoln Penny that is "silver" colored. I am curious as to whether or not it could be ...
A: It is possible that the penny was a) Plated with silver or mercury, b) Struck on a planchet (coin ...
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| 1914 war token??? not sure?? | 1/25/2006 |
Q: I have this coin that looks like a penny but there aint no licoln on it. there is the number 1 on it ...
A: Sorry I can't tell you what it's worth but I can tell you that it isn't a war token, it was a trade ...
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| Eisenhower dollars | 1/13/2006 |
Q: Why was Ike silver dollars not included in 1971 and 1972 mint and proof sets and what exactly is a ...
A: I really can't tell you why the Ikes were not in the 1971 and 72 mint sets, but This I can tell you. ...
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| older proof and mint sets | 1/12/2006 |
Q: When did the US mints begin making proof and mint sets and does it hurt the value of an older set if ...
A: The mint has always produced proof coins, however official proof sets were not introduced until 1936 ...
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| Selling silver coins | 1/10/2006 |
Q: Hylas I have a small coin collection since i was a kid. I am 50 now and havn't even looked at ...
A: provided that none of the silver coins are the key date pieces, 520% is a fair offer for a small ...
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| transporting coins | 1/7/2006 |
Q: Hopefully you can help me with this question. I'm about to inherit a large number of coins (at ...
A: It may cost more to transport the coins than they are worth. You need to know what type of coins and ...
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| collecting coins aginst other collectables | 12/26/2005 |
Q: I have a sweet little granddaughter whom i would like to leave something that will grow for her to ...
A: You have the right idea just the wrong source. The prices on the cable networks, HSN etc are triple ...
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| Off-center strikes | 12/15/2005 |
Q: I have a collection of about 4000 pennies dating from 1959 till present. In this collection, there ...
A: I am not an expert on errors but I do know this. The value is based upon what degree of offset the ...
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| 2005-D Error Dime | 12/9/2005 |
Q: I found a 2005-D Dime that is missing almost half of the "silver" plating on the reverse is missing. ...
A: What you have is a delamination. Since the coins are "sandwiched", one piece of copper between 2 ...
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| 1892 O Barber Dime | 11/23/2005 |
Q: I have a unique coin that I have no idea what it is worth. It is an 1892 O Barber Dime with a cud on ...
A: Unfortunately, the coin was used to make a "Love Token". It was very popular in the 1800's to ...
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| why and how much | 11/20/2005 |
Q: I have had a West Virginia Centennial Dollar (yellow plastic) for a lot of years now. I found it ...
A: It is some sort of a marketing, promotional item. I am not saying it is worthless, simply that I ...
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| Colorized Coins | 11/20/2005 |
Q: Actually my note is more a Comment than a Question. I think you could have answered his question a ...
A: You are absolutely correct. Collect what makes you happy, no matter what the upside is. When you ...
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| unusual V cent | 11/15/2005 |
Q: I have 3 coins, dated 1906, 1907, 1912. The face of coin has a woman's head facing left and there ...
A: You are right on the money! The V is the Roman numeral for 5 These are known as Liberty Nickels ...
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| Rare Coin... | 11/9/2005 |
Q: I have a 1944 Mercury Dime that was stamped on a Wheat Penny. Have you ever seen a coin like this? ...
A: Yes, I ahve seen the, bought and sold them as well. I would have to see the coin to give you and ...
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| coins | 10/20/2005 |
Q: i am new to coin collecting and i have been buying some $20 gold st. gaudens MS65 . i have been ...
A: This is the best advice I can give you. Only buy PCGS and NGC. Stay away from the real common ...
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| coins | 10/18/2005 |
Q: What's the best way for me to sell my coin collection? Thanks.
A: Tough question. What does the collection consist of? Are the coins certified or not? Are they ...
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| Colorized coins | 10/13/2005 |
Q: What is your opinion about the colorized coins that are out there? In particular, what about the ...
A: The colorized coins you refer to are NOT US Mint products, they are everyday coins that have been ...
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| Where can I go to find the... | 9/20/2005 |
Q: Where can I go to find the value of a 1944 steel, zinc coated penny? I have read that there are only ...
A: Many non-genuine pieces are known to exist. First off, authenticity would have to be determined, ...
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| gold coins | 7/15/2005 |
Q: Can you tell me a good online source for buying gold and silver coins. I was using Tulving ...
A: Krugerrands are the way to go if all you want is bullion at the lowest price. Granted, you will get ...
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| state tax commission coin | 7/13/2005 |
Q: I have a Arizona State Tax Commision coin. On the back side it has to make change for 1 correct ...
A: I have seen these tax tokens, however since I only deal in coins and this is considered a token, I ...
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| Rare Coin? | 6/27/2005 |
Q: I came across a 2000-D Dime that is all copper. Is it a screw up? And is it worth anything?
A: It sounds like the outer layer of nickel is missing. Yes, it is an error and could be worth a ...
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| ?Gold One Cent? | 6/11/2005 |
Q: Was rolling some penny's today and came across an oddity. 1996D One Cent coin that is golden ...
A: Sounds like the coin was plated but to be sure, compare the weight of that and a regular penny. You ...
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| Value of coins | 6/6/2005 |
Q: I have some more coins I am interested in finding out the value (if any). 1st I have an 1836 ...
A: The 1836 Half Dollar can range from $30 and upto $500 in Mint Condition. A decent example is worth ...
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| Value/market question | 5/5/2005 |
Q: I have a 1938-D Buffalo Nickel, slabbed, graded by PCGS as MS66. There is a 15 to 20 degree die ...
A: I am probably the wrong person to ask about die rotations, it is an area that I really don't agree ...
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| Estate value | 4/10/2005 |
Q: My Uncle's estate has 5 coins - 1877 Indian Head penny & $2.50 gold coins - 1912,13,27,29. Where ...
A: I don't know where you are located but you need to get them appraised by a coin dealer. You must ...
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| Lincoln Error | 3/26/2005 |
Q: I found a lincoln cent that Has the memorial building stamped on the face of lincoln do you think ...
A: The first step is to have the coin certified by ANACS, that's the American Numismatic Authentication ...
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| Value of silver coins | 3/16/2005 |
Q: What is the value of silver coins doing? Is the present market making an average silver coin (from ...
A: First off, thanks for the recognition! You question is multipart. To begin with, some coins are ...
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| Lincoln memoriol penny | 3/15/2005 |
Q: I have a 1994 d lincoln memoriol penny.It is the size of a nickel.It has no sign of being ...
A: What about the thickness? Is it as thick as a nickel? Is it thinner than a normal cent? Let's not ...
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| 1943D steel wheat | 3/9/2005 |
Q: This 1943D penny has a large D on the front next to the nose and a large one on the back bottom ...
A: The 2 extra "D"s must have been added by someone after the coin left the mint. My guess is that ...
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| selling my coins | 3/7/2005 |
Q: how can i sell my rare coins
A: First off, what type of coins are they? Are they US or foreign? What denomination, grade etc. Do ...
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| selling a collection | 3/3/2005 |
Q: My dad started my collection when I was very young. I'm now in my sixties, retired, failing sight, ...
A: I will do it personally for you. I have heard too many stories of retirees being taken advantage ...
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| Gold coin | 2/24/2005 |
Q: I have a 1866 $20 Gold Liberty with motto. Here are detail pictures: ...
A: I looked at the picture. Grading a coin by a picture of one side is tough but providing that the ...
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| Commemorative coins | 2/22/2005 |
Q: I have a 1993 Madison 1 dollar, 1993 Madison 1/2 dollar, 1992 White House 1 dollar, and 1987 ...
A: This is what your coins list for in Coin Values: Madison Dollar Proof $23 to $40 Half ...
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| Coin collecting | 2/21/2005 |
Q: I have been purchasing U.S. Uncirculated coin mint sets from the postal commemerative society The ...
A: In one word, "YES". The stamps are worthless. Go you USMINT.com and order PROOF Sets for half the ...
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| How do I start collecting the smart way | 2/9/2005 |
Q: I am interested in starting a coin collection. I need some tips on how to start, where to find coins ...
A: What I suggest to those who want to start a collection, and FINISH it, is this. You have to be ...
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| STRANGE QUARTER | 2/5/2005 |
Q: My friend got a strange quarter recently in change. The quarter had heads on both sides. One side ...
A: When a coin is struck, the obverse die and the reverse die strike the coin blank simultaneously, ...
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| Gen. Joseph Eggleston Johnson Coin | 2/1/2005 |
Q: Whilst my Father was constructing a pool in his back yard to his home, many years ago, we found a ...
A: Technically, it is not a coin but a medal. Coins must have a denomination stated on them such as 1 ...
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| Lincoln Wheat Cent Collection | 1/23/2005 |
Q: Are there any rare pennies in the wheat collection? I seem to recall reading about one or two, and ...
A: In the date range of 1941-1958, look for 1943 pennies made of copper (not steel) and 1955 double die ...
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| Gold Coins | 1/8/2005 |
Q: A cashier at a Chinese restaurant asked me tonight if I had any gold coins that I wanted to sell. I ...
A: There are a few things. First, she may just want gold coins for their gold content, with no ...
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| Unfinished Planchet | 12/15/2004 |
Q: I have 1999 quarter connecticut (p) and the back is copper. I was thinking about putting it on eBay ...
A: The first thing I would do is have the coin graded and certified by PCGS, then put it on eBay I had ...
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| non-proof coins | 11/25/2004 |
Q: HYLAS, I HOPE I AM DOING THIS FOLLOW UP PART CORRECTLY. IT SEEMS I AM TO TYPE MY NEXT QUESTION ABOVE ...
A: Tes, there are certain coins that are worth more if they meet certain criteria. If you can identify ...
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| non-proof coins | 11/18/2004 |
Q: Hylas, I know very little about coins. I just recently became interested when my husband lost his ...
A: Dimes, Quarters and Half Dollars dated 1964 or before are 90% silver and as such are worth about 4.5 ...
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| new collection | 11/13/2004 |
Q: I just started collecting coins about 2 years ago and find that im addicted to it very much my ...
A: It's tough to say without seeing the coins that you feel are high grade. However, since ANACS has ...
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| 1859 35cent Gold 8 sided Indian coin | 11/9/2004 |
Q: This coin is very smalland is in very good condition. I would be intrested in a ball park estimate ...
A: Is this a US coin? It doesn't sound familiar. It sounds similar to a California Fractional gold ...
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| Silver quarters | 11/5/2004 |
Q: First, thanks for volunteering. I have about 20 lbs of silver quarters (US). I'm sure they have ...
A: It is illegal to melt the coins. Anyway, the coins are 90% pure silver which translates to about ...
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| double die coins | 11/5/2004 |
Q: Sir I have numerous Double Die coins and sets. For instance I have a 1960 Proof set in which the ...
A: The first thing I would do is submit the coins to ANACS for certification and grading. Many times, ...
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| Silver quarters | 11/4/2004 |
Q: First, thanks for volunteering. I have about 20 lbs of silver quarters (US). I'm sure they have ...
A: Selling silver quarters is easy. Right now, they are worth about $1 per coin. Since there is ...
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| what is it? | 10/27/2004 |
Q: I have a us two cent coin with a different obverse design.It has a circle in the middle with a ...
A: It sounds to me that you have a "love token". Back in the 1800's, suitors would often engrave a ...
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| Annual Proof sets | 10/25/2004 |
Q: I see where the 2004 silver proof set with the 11 coins in it is worth less than just the 2004 ...
A: The November issue of CoinValues lists both sets at $45 The only reason that I can think of is that ...
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| how should i invest 60k in coins | 10/24/2004 |
Q: i'm about to become a new coin collector. i'm 25 years of age and the reason i will be investing in ...
A: You are correct in realizing the devestating effects inflation has on paper money, and the role hard ...
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| did the U.S. ever issue a... | 9/16/2004 |
Q: did the U.S. ever issue a 2 cent coin?
A: The US issued 2 cent pieces from 1864 to 1873. The last 2 years are quite valuable. In the 1800's ...
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| Value of an old coin | 9/10/2004 |
Q: Can you explain what you mean as far as mint condition?--As to old coins.----------------------
A: Mint condition means "brand new". The coin would lokk like it was made yesterday and there would be ...
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| selling coins | 9/4/2004 |
Q: I have some old coins ranging from 1890 silver dollars to roosevelt dimes. The condition ranges ...
A: There are a few ways to go about this. Certainly, you can take them to a dealer who is listed in ...
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| wheat back penny | 8/12/2004 |
Q: I have aquiered a bunch of 'wheat back' pennies that are all U.S. 1 of which I belive has the ...
A: Unfortunately, wheat pennies are quite common. Unless you have a rare date, they aren't worth too ...
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| silver /copper tarnish | 7/29/2004 |
Q: After a 40 year hiatus, I recently resurrected my boyhood coin collection (circulated American coins ...
A: Unfortunately, once you scratch or rub a coin, it leaves marks and the coin loses value. Coin ...
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| selling | 7/14/2004 |
Q: I have proof sets going back to l955- some gold and silver american eagles, etc. I'm looking to sell ...
A: Personally, I would say sell to a dealer and for these reasons; Selling on EBAY is uncertain, you ...
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| New collector | 7/11/2004 |
Q: I would love to get started in collecting mint proof sets. What kind of value can I expect from the ...
A: Honestly, TV coins shows are overpriced. The coins can be acquired cheaper or in a higher grade for ...
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| Rolled coins | 7/1/2004 |
Q: I was told many years ago by a coin collector that if I bought several rolls of new pennies and put ...
A: I wish I could tell you that the collector was correct. Unfortunately, those 1975 pennies are worth ...
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| Currency collecting | 6/13/2004 |
Q: I have a one hundred dollar bill in good condition from the series of 1934. The serial number is in ...
A: Unfortunately, the notes that you have are common in used condition. I would say, spend them. It ...
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| Old Coins | 5/21/2004 |
Q: I have in my posession quite a few old coins buffalo head and Indian head nickels, old dimes in the ...
A: Certainly, something is only worth what someone else will pay for it. But to get a good idea of the ...
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| Rolled coins | 5/11/2004 |
Q: Have recently purchassed from the mint, 2 rolls of 03 golden dollars p&d, 2 rolls of kennedy halves ...
A: If you are cherry picking to have the coins slabbed, that's one thing. But if you are breaking the ...
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| Liberty Head Nickels | 5/1/2004 |
Q: I have recently come across a 1913 Liberty Head Nickel that my father had put away. I'm interested ...
A: As far as everyone knows, all 5 of the original mintage have been identified. Chances are that it ...
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| Maybe a rare find | 4/26/2004 |
Q: This weekend I pulled a bunch of change from my pocket and found a 1992 all copper nickel among the ...
A: Interesting find! Without seeing the coin, I can only guess. Possibly a genuine nickel that has ...
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| Penny | 4/22/2004 |
Q: I have a 1999 proof set, and the penny in the set has some sort of discolor on the obversize the ...
A: The discoloration is most likely caused by a contaminent within the holder. It could be something ...
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| Gold bullion | 3/24/2004 |
Q: I collect gold bullion. Coins and bars. I would like to find a source that would not eat me alive ...
A: Traditionally, the smaller the bar or coin, the higher the premium over spot price. Simply put, it ...
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| coins | 3/4/2004 |
Q: In 1993 my uncle passed away, and left my mom a coin collection. He worked at a bank, so we have ...
A: In order to do this right, the first thing you have to do is make an inventory of the coins, at ...
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| rare coins?? | 2/13/2004 |
Q: My father went fishing and managed to hook a crown royal bag with his pole. Inside were many ...
A: For all of the US coins, look them up in the Guidebook to US Coins. The dollar coins are worth a ...
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| i have an error 1968-D Roosevelt dime | 2/13/2004 |
Q: The error is that it has a copper back. Is this rare? Can it even happen? If so how much would it ...
A: The copper nickel coinage is actually a sandwich with copper in between 2 layers of nickel. What ...
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| Indianhead Nickels | 2/13/2004 |
Q: Are Indanhead nickels from the 1920s worth anything?
A: There are some better dates in the 1920's but condition is also important. The common one are worth ...
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| 1855 Gold Coin | 2/11/2004 |
Q: My father recently passed away and we found a box with hundreds of old coins and currency. One ...
A: Blake and company were gold assayers in the 1800's. They struck these coins because the US ...
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| I've always been under the... | 2/1/2004 |
Q: I've always been under the impression, that U.S. proof sets should be in excellent condition. I ...
A: The rotation of the coins nor and nothing to worry about. However, the specks of red felt on the ...
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| Postmasters of America stamp/coin collection | 1/31/2004 |
Q: I am wondering if you know anything about The Franklin Mint's "Postmasters of America" stamp/coin ...
A: The set is only worth the metal content of the medals. They are not coins produced by the US Mint. ...
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