HOW TO IDENTIFY YOUR INHERITED COINS

As a reputable coin shop involved in buying and selling, we frequently encounter individuals who have inherited coin collections. Regardless of the collection’s size, we welcome you to bring it in for a complimentary verbal appraisal. In some cases, people choose to sell the entire collection, while others opt to sell the valuable pieces and distribute the remaining coins among family members, especially if there are younger individuals who would appreciate them.

To assist you in identifying the coins you’ve inherited, here is a brief guide:

  1. Cents: These include pennies, such as the Lincoln cent series, Indian Head cents, and early copper varieties.
  2. Half Dimes & Nickels: Look out for coins like the Liberty Seated Half Dimes, Shield Nickels, Liberty Head Nickels (also known as V Nickels), and Buffalo Nickels.
  3. Dimes: Keep an eye out for dimes like the Barber Dimes, Mercury Dimes, and Roosevelt Dimes.
  4. Quarters: Check for quarters such as the Barber Quarters, Standing Liberty Quarters, and Washington Quarters.
  5. Half Dollars: Look for half dollars like the Barber Half Dollars, Walking Liberty Half Dollars, and Franklin Half Dollars.
  6. Silver Dollars: These iconic coins, including the Morgan Silver Dollars and Peace Dollars, are highly sought after by collectors.
  7. US Gold Coins: If you come across any gold coins minted by the United States, they can hold significant value, such as the Saint-Gaudens Double Eagles, Liberty Head Eagles, and Indian Head Eagles.
  8. Early American Medals/Commemorative Coins: These include historic medals and coins that commemorate specific events, individuals, or anniversaries from early American history.
  9. Modern Commemoratives: These are special coins issued by the U.S. Mint to commemorate significant events, anniversaries, or themes.

 

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