Need help with inherited coins
VintagemanEd
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I have a lot of silver dimes, silver quarters, Kennedy half dollars and large dollar coins that I have inherited. I would love to talk to someone knowledgeable about coins that cover the 20’s through the 70’s. I plan on keeping them all but really want some knowledge on what I have. Anyone willing to help? Thanks
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Hi! I'm sure there will be plenty of people to offer advice. First of all, do not clean your coins. If there are any more valuable dates/mint Mark's, cleaning them will greatly diminish their collector value. It sounds like you have a bunch of 90% silver... getting a Redbook will definitely help, but in the meantime you can get some decent information from Coinfacts.com... posting images will definitely help. Best, Leo
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As @lkenefic mentioned, spending $15 on a redbook (Guide Book of United States Coins) will give you a basic overview and help you determine which coins are common and if any may be more valuable
Any chance you can post pics of some of your “large dollar coins?”
The value of common date, circulated silver dimes, quarters and halves is essentially tied directly to silver spot price unless the coins are uncirculated.
To determine any additional numismatic value, buy a Red Book or coin guide to research the rarer dates, mint marks and varieties for various denominations. Knowledge is power.
Collecting 1970s Topps baseball wax, rack and cello packs, as well as PCGS graded Half Cents, Large Cents, Two Cent pieces and Three Cent Silver pieces.
It's really up to you to invest your time and energy to determine what you have. People here can help but your request is as wide as the Pacific ocean.
Are you experienced? Was the person who owned the coins experienced? Are you able to post a photo of a coin? One coin on a thread, one thread on the first page at a time. Did they come in 2x2's or rolled or jumbled together? Do you know how to check mintmarks?
I was in your shoes approx. 9 months ago. Each of the series you mentioned has diamonds in the rough or rarities that can fetch a payday. Age, condition, mint mark or lack thereof, and the total number minted play a large part in that determiniation. The silver pieces (minted before 1964) carry the most value. The Red Book and PCGS price guide are good places to spot the coins that are highly sought after. Be prepared for many hours of eyeballing and get a loup and/or mircoscope. Feel free to PM me if you have specific questions.
USAF veteran 1984-2005
Redbook of US Coins is a must for anyone wanting knowledge on US coins. Every coin the US has minted is in the book. Values are there. Cannot collect coins without one, so let that be a must to obtain on your list.
Never attempt to improve the look of a coin (cleaning as mentioned). Doing so destroys the value to the collector.
If you post pictures, like most on ebay, we will be able to advise as to condition and value. A pic of front and back (obverse and reverse) is needed.
Ebay can tell you what a similar coin has just sold for if you search in completed sales on the left column.
Good luck and love to see them.
bob
Ok, I'll take a guess...
"silver dimes, silver quarters, Kennedy half dollars and large dollar coins"
Circulated Mercury and Roosevelt dimes, Washington quarters (maybe a couple of slick Standing Libertys), some silver and some clad Kennedys and clad Ikes.
One minor correction - the silver pieces minted before 1965 (not before 1964), so as to include those from 1964.
Mark Feld* of Heritage Auctions*Unless otherwise noted, my posts here represent my personal opinions.
@VintagemanEd... The above advice regarding the Redbook is solid - you can quickly ascertain if you have any special coins that way... After that point (and not to be excluded from the first point), the grade/condition will play an important part in value. So, post some pictures of those that you believe are important and the members will give you input. Good luck, Cheers, RickO