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The ultimate resource for rare coins worth money. Explore our guides on error coins, key dates, and other valuable finds you could have in your pocket change.

What Are Fantasy Coins? Here’s Everything You Want To Know…

What are fantasy coins? That largely depends who you're talking to. However, fantasy coins commonly refer to coins that have been created to replicate coins that could have been made but never were.

Capped Bust Half Dollar Values: See How Much Capped Bust Half Dollars From 1807 To 1839 Are Worth

Struck from 1807 to 1839, Capped Bust half dollars are large silver coins with a classic design. See the 2 kinds of Capped Bust half dollars, tips for collecting them, and their current value.

Coins & IRS Taxes: Yes, You Must Report On Your Taxes Any Valuable Coins You’ve Found!

Coins that you've found or sold must be claimed on your taxes. Here's what you need to know about IRS taxes and gold, silver & other treasure coins.

U.S. Twenty Cent Coin Guide: See How Much 20-Cent Coins From 1875 To 1878 Are Worth

The twenty cent coin was made from 1875 through 1878. Though unpopular at the time, the 20-cent piece has since become a popular coin among many coin collectors. See all 20-cent coin values here.

Seated Liberty Half Dollar Values: See How Much Seated Liberty Half Dollars From 1839 To 1891 Are Worth

Seated Liberty half dollars were minted from 1839 through 1891 and remain a highly popular -- and scarce -- collectible coin to this day. See their current value here.

The 1964-D Peace Silver Dollar: Elusive & Illegal To Own

The 1964-D Peace silver dollar is not just a rare U.S. coin -- the government believes none even exist anymore. After all, they were supposedly all melted down, and it's illegal to own a 1964-D Peace dollar, too.

What Are GSA Dollars? The Story Behind GSA Morgan Dollars & How Much These Old Silver Dollars Are Worth

GSA dollars, so-called because the United States government's General Services Administration sold old Morgan dollars found in vaults during the 1970s, are both valuable and highly sought after by coin collectors.

How Rare Is Rare? Rating Rare U.S. Coins With The Sheldon-Breen Rarity Scale

Finding out how rare rare U.S. coins really are can be done with the Sheldon-Breen rarity scale, which ranks rare coins based on estimated surviving populations.

See Why The 1911-S Lincoln Wheat Penny Might Become A Future Key Date (Rare) Coin

There are many scarce dates in the Lincoln wheat cent series. However, there is 1 scarce Lincoln wheat penny that's getting some attention -- and may someday be considered a key date Lincoln cent.

How To Spot Rare US Coins In Your Pocket Change

The 1913 Liberty nickel just sold for $3.7 million and is just one of many rare US coins you should be looking for. Find out how to spot rare US coins by knowing what types of US coins are rare and figuring out some of the best places to be looking for rare US coins.

The Fascinating Story Of The Rare 1804 Draped Bust Dollar & How To Spot Fake 1804 Silver Dollars

The 1804 Bust silver dollar is one of the top 3 most popular U.S. rare coins ever made. Only 15 are known to exist.

Wow!… 107 Rare Coins Released Into Circulation

A New Jersey coin dealer has released 107 rare coins into circulation. Be sure to keep an eye out for one -- or more -- of these valuable coins which may show up in your pocket one day!

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