Silver quarters what they are, how you can find them, and what they are worth. Do you have some silver quarters you found in your pocket change? If so, check here to see how much they are worth.
Rare U.S. Coins Are Easier To Find Than You Think
You may be glad to hear that there are dozens of U.S. coins considered rare, and that many estates include rare U.S. coins. Many others are found in attics, old drawers and chests, and some are even found in circulation!
Wheat Pennies: The Rarest & Most Valuable Wheat Cents
In general, most wheat pennies are worth just a few cents (perhaps 10 cents). However, if worn and of a highly common date and mint mark combination, many wheat cents are quite valuable. In fact, some of the scarcest wheat cents are downright expensive — costing into the hundreds of dollars in the most worn condition. Here’s the scoop.
5 Unusual Types Of Coins Worth Collecting
There really is a lot of diversity in U.S. coins. In the United States’ more than 200 years of coin production, our nation has seen many types of interesting coins. However, if you’re a coin collector and you find yourself a little bored with ‘typical’ modern U.S. coins, then consider these 5 unique types of coins worth collecting.
All About Buffalo Nickels & Their Current Value
Here’s everything you want to know about Buffalo nickels and what they’re worth today.
5 Great Coin Books You Must Have
Here are 5 books I believe every coin collector should consider owning…
U.S. Gold Coins
Many gold coins minted in the U.S during the second half of the 19th century and into the first decades of the 20th century have values which have long fluctuated with the prevailing gold prices. The best time to buy a gold coin is usually when gold prices are lower. The best time to sell is when gold coin are higher. The value of your gold coins will be largely dependent upon the current price of gold. Here’s more.
Coin Mintage Numbers – What Are They And Why Do They Matter?
The mintage number of a coin simply refers to how many coins were struck by the mint. It does not, however, necessarily refer to how many coins still exist.
Rare Coin Values – How To Tell If Your Coin Is Valuable
What’s my coin worth? While it may seem like a fairly easy question, it takes a really good evaluation of the coin by a professional coin dealer to determine your coin’s value accurately. You see, when determining the value of a coin, the appraiser must consider not only the date and denomination of the coin, but also what condition it is in, what the value of the metal is, the relative scarcity of the coin, and other issues.
Buying Coins From Coin Dealers Is A Lot Like Buying Cars From Car Dealers – What You Need To Know
Here are 6 tips for buying coins from coin dealers, including insider tips for how to act when you’re in a coin dealer’s store, plus what to expect in terms of coin prices and values.
7 Rare Wheat Pennies Worth Collecting & What They’re Worth
Here are the rarest wheat pennies, along with the prices and values for these rare Lincoln wheat pennies.
Basic Coin Collecting Information: Why I Collect Coins
Here’s my story… why I decided to start collecting coins, what I get out of it, and my tips for those looking for coin collecting information.
Tips For Building A 20th Century Type Coin Set
A twentieth century type coin set is a collection of coins which includes one of each design from each denomination the United States produced between 1900 and 1999. It’s a fun — and relatively simple — way to collect U.S. coins.
Tips For Defining Your Coin Collecting Goals
Here are some tips for setting fun goals for your coin collection — no matter how large or small it might be — even if you never really thought of yourself as a ‘coin collector’.
Collecting Pocket Change: A Fun Way Collect Coins Without Much Effort
It’s surprising what ends up in your pocket as change received from a simple purchase. I’ve managed to complete a very informal coin collection strictly from pocket change. Every morning when I stop to pick up a newspaper, I check to see if the 2 quarters in change are the next coins for my collection. Other unique coins made their way from pocket change to my coin collection as well.
Coin Gifts For Coin Collectors… Or Even Someone Who Just Found Some Coins
Check out these one-of-a-kind coin-related items would make great Christmas and Birthday gifts for friends or relatives who are coin collectors — even beginners or those who just found coins and they’re now a little interested in coin collecting.
How Coins Are Made: Early vs Modern Day U.S. Mint Facilities
See how U.S. coins have been made throughout the years… including details about early U.S. Mints compared to modern day U.S. Mint facilities.
Which Coin Price Guide Should I Use?… The Red Book? Or The Black Book?
There are several coin price guides made by different companies, but I mostly use the Red Book and the Black Book. Here are some tips for choosing the right price guide for you coin collection.
State Quarters: How To Collect Them & When Each State Went Into Circulation
The state quarter program began in 1999 and will continue through 2008. In all, 50 statehood quarters are to be minted — one for each state. They are being released into circulation in the order that the statehoods came into existence.
U.S. Gold Coins… See What Gold Eagles Are Worth Today
Do you have a gold coin? Want to know what it’s worth? Here’s how to find the value of the Quarter Eagle, which is a $2.50 gold coin, the Half Eagle, which is a $5.00 coin; the Plain Eagle, which is a $10.00 coin; and the Double Eagle, which is a $20.00 gold coin.
Free Online Coin Calculators Plus Fun Money Calculators
Have some spare change lying around? Wondering how much money all that loose change is worth? Here are some free online coin calculators, plus some fun learning tools for parents interested in teaching their children about counting and other money matters.
How To Protect & Store Coins
What’s the best way to store coins and keep them safe? Should you use coin holders?… Mylar protectors?… Coin albums?… Coin tubes?… Coin binders?… Air-tight holders?… Coin slabs?… or even Zip-type baggies? Here are some tips for storing the coins in your collection…
Mercury Dimes: What’s Their Value? How To Determine What A Mercury Dime Coin Is Worth
Little-known facts about mercury dimes and what the mercury dime is worth these days.
Coin Dealers: What To Expect The First Time You Meet With A Coin Dealer To Buy Or Sell Coins
Here are some tips and pointers that might come in handy when you’re meeting with a coin dealer for the first time — whether you’re buying or selling coins.
Little-Known Facts About Buffalo Nickels And How Much They Are Worth
The buffalo nickel is technically known as ‘the five-cent Indian head’ coin. It’s also referred to as the bison nickel or Indian nickel due to the Indian on the front. Here are more fun facts about buffalo head nickels, and how to determine the value of a buffalo nickel or Indian head nickel.
