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Error Coins, Rare Coins, And Varieties – Interested in rare U.S. coins? Here, our coin experts are sharing their best tips for finding rare coins, error coins, and mistakes! See how to tell a rare coin from a fake one, current rare coin values, which rare coins can be found in circulation, and how many rare coins actually exist. Plus, how to tell a damaged coin that’s worth very little apart from an error coin that’s worth a lot of money! Everything you want to know about rare pennies, nickels, dimes, quarters, half-dollars, and dollar coins.

1909 S VDB Penny Value: Just How Rare And Just How Valuable?

The 1909 S VDB Lincoln penny is one of the rarest and most sought after US coins. Even worn and damaged 1909-S VDB pennies have a high value! See how much

The 1922 Plain Penny Controversy: Why Is The 1922 Plain Cent Needed To Complete A Lincoln Penny Collection?

Why is there a hole for the 1922 plain penny (error coin) in Lincoln cent albums? Most collectors can't afford to fill that space. A collector's suggestion!

A 1975 Roosevelt Dime Worth $350,000? How To Tell If You Have One Of These Rare Dimes

Have any old dimes - like a 1975 Roosevelt dime with NO mintmark? How to tell if you have rare dimes, what makes a 1975 dime valuable, where to find them.

Best U.S. Coins to Collect

While there is no single answer that defines the 'best coins to collect' (because everyone has a different opinion as to the best coins worth holding onto), here are some ideas and opinions from others who collect coins. See which coins they've chosen to collect and why. Hint: They're NOT all rare U.S. coins!

23 Rare Lincoln Memorial Pennies You Should Be Looking For (Key Dates, Varieties, And Errors)

Think you have some rare penny dates in your collection? Here are 23 of the most valuable rare Lincoln Memorial penny key dates to look for + their values.

What Are 1787 Mind Your Business Fugio Cent Coins Worth? (Current Values + Interesting History)

Have you seen a 1787 coin that says Mind Your Business on it? It's a Fugio Cent - the first United States coin! Here's the 1787 Fugio Cent value & history.

What Are Full Steps Nickels & How Much Are These Rare Jefferson Nickels Worth?

Jefferson nickels with Full Steps details are relatively scarce AND valuable! See what Full Steps nickels are + How much they're worth.

What Is A Broad Struck Coin? Are Broadstrike Error Coins Valuable? Here’s Everything You Want To Know About Broadstrikes

Broadstrike error coins are wider & flatter than normal coins. Find out how broad strike coins are made, how much they're worth, and where to find them!

Rare Pennies You Should Hold Onto… Including The 1943 Penny

I've put together a list of 9 rare pennies you should hold onto - and why. This include 1943 pennies! Plus, how to find the current value of any U.S. penny.