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Need help identifying these old coins...
matthewcantrell
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Greetings everyone,
Im new to this message board, so please let me know if im posting in the wrong place or anything.
Eleven years ago, my gradfather got me interested in coin collecting by starting me off on my own wheat penny collection which we created from the hoards of them hed collected over the years. Recently, he was diagnosed with inoperable lung cancer, and since discovering this, he has taken to getting his affairs in order without losing hope. Since I had taken the most interest in coin collecting out of all the grandchildren, he decided to give his collection to me. A few weeks ago we sat down and he firmiliarized me with his collection which was both thrilling and depressing. However, We came across 1 small book filled with extremely old coins, most severely worn. We consulted the redbook with no luck identifying them. Then i decided to search the internet for more complete lists and better photos, Still i am unable to identify these coins as most are serverly worn and likely worth nothing more than their melt value. However, the collection is priceless to me and i would like to know just what it is i have and also if there is any obvious signs of counterfitting. Ive taken the best quality photos i could given the lighting in my apartment, however if you however if you have any suggestions or ideas please let me know.
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Lastly, heres an index for comparing the sizes of the above coins, i didnt think to put down a ruler when i took the pictures but if it helps, it is a standard mousepad beneith them:
Any insight in advance is much appreciated. Also, thank you for taking the time to look at my thread.
-Matthew Cantrell
Im new to this message board, so please let me know if im posting in the wrong place or anything.
Eleven years ago, my gradfather got me interested in coin collecting by starting me off on my own wheat penny collection which we created from the hoards of them hed collected over the years. Recently, he was diagnosed with inoperable lung cancer, and since discovering this, he has taken to getting his affairs in order without losing hope. Since I had taken the most interest in coin collecting out of all the grandchildren, he decided to give his collection to me. A few weeks ago we sat down and he firmiliarized me with his collection which was both thrilling and depressing. However, We came across 1 small book filled with extremely old coins, most severely worn. We consulted the redbook with no luck identifying them. Then i decided to search the internet for more complete lists and better photos, Still i am unable to identify these coins as most are serverly worn and likely worth nothing more than their melt value. However, the collection is priceless to me and i would like to know just what it is i have and also if there is any obvious signs of counterfitting. Ive taken the best quality photos i could given the lighting in my apartment, however if you however if you have any suggestions or ideas please let me know.
#1:
#2:
#3:
#4:
#5:
#6:
#7:
#8:
#9:
Lastly, heres an index for comparing the sizes of the above coins, i didnt think to put down a ruler when i took the pictures but if it helps, it is a standard mousepad beneith them:
Any insight in advance is much appreciated. Also, thank you for taking the time to look at my thread.
-Matthew Cantrell
Which weighs more, a pound of wheat pennies, or a pound of Roosevelt dimes?
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-Matthew Cantrell
<< <i>I think 1,2,3,4,5,7 are American Colonials. 6 could be a Spanish Cob and 8 may be an English Penny. That's my guess
i aggree with cladiator, but idk if the last one is a english penny or not.
Have a Great Day!
Louis
5 is French
6 is British or Irish
7 is British
8 is a 1797 Brittish penny or two pence (depending on size)
9 appears to be a Pine Tree Shilling copy
<< <i>1-4 appear to be British
5 is French
6 is British or Irish
7 is British
8 is a 1797 Brittish penny or two pence (depending on size)
9 appears to be a Pine Tree Shilling copy >>
I agree, try post on the World and Ancient forum board. 6) I can only make out the Harp
Doh spelling.
Nice job Steve! You are correct.
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