What Are The Most Popular Coins To Collect?

by | Last updated on January 24, 2024

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  • 1909-S VDB Lincoln Cent. 1909-S VDB Lincoln Wheat cent. ...
  • 1943 Lincoln Steel Cent. 1943 steel Lincoln Wheat cent. ...
  • 1864 Two Cents. ...
  • 1883 “No Cents” Liberty Nickel. ...
  • 1942-P Jefferson Silver Nickel. ...
  • 1916-D Mercury Dime. ...
  • 1796 Draped Bust Quarter. ...
  • 1876 Liberty Seated Half Dollar.

What are the best coins to collect?

  • 01 of 10. 1909-S V.D.B. Lincoln Cent. ...
  • 02 of 10. 1921 Peace Dollar. ...
  • 03 of 10. 1878-CC Morgan Silver Dollar. ...
  • 04 of 10. 1914-D Lincoln Cent. ...
  • 05 of 10. 1955/55 Doubled Die Lincoln Cent. ...
  • 06 of 10. 1937-D 3 Legged Buffalo Nickel. ...
  • 07 of 10. 1916-D Mercury Dime. ...
  • 08 of 10. 1917 Standing Liberty Quarter: Type 1.

What coins are in high demand?

  • 1909-S VDB Lincoln Cent.
  • 1943 Bronze Lincoln Cent.
  • 1804 Bust Silver Dollar.
  • 1933 Double Eagle.

What coins are worth keeping?

  • 1943 Lincoln Head Copper Penny. ...
  • 1955 Doubled Die Penny. ...
  • 1969-S Lincoln Cent with Doubled Die Obverse. ...
  • 1982 No Mint Mark Roosevelt Dime. ...
  • 1999-P Connecticut Broadstruck Quarter. ...
  • 2004 Wisconsin State Quarter With Extra Leaf. ...
  • 2005-P “In God We Rust” Kansas State Quarter.

What year coins are worth keeping?

In the Franklin half dollar series, the 1949-S, 1955 and 1956 coins are worth more than silver value. Among the earlier issues (1916-47), only those prior to 1940 are worth more than their silver content, and many dates are worth quite a bit more — such as the 1916, 1917-S obverse, 1921 issues, and 1938-D.

How do I know if my coin is worth money?

“The three variables that determine the value of a coin are: how many were minted, the grade or condition of the coin, and the demand ,” Gillis said. When asked which is most important, he says, “probably the mintage number if I had to choose one of the three.”

Are colorized coins worth anything?

While colorized coins that have been painted after leaving the mint really aren’t worth anything in the numismatic sense , they are artistic. Colorized coins are a type of novelty coin and should be viewed less as investments and, instead, as a way of enjoying a different type of coin art.

How much is a 1943 penny worth?

Value of a 1943 Steel Penny

They are worth about 10 to 13 cents each in circulated condition , and as much as 50 cents or more if uncirculated.

How do I know if my 1982 penny is worth money?

The 1982 obverse doubled die copper large date penny is also valuable, but it’s worth considerably less than the small date zinc double die. A piece of the other 1982 penny varieties in uncirculated grade is worth $2 to $4 .

What pennies are worth saving?

  • You should keep all pre-1982 pennies.
  • If you can distinguish between 1982 brass and zinc pennies, keep the brass ones.
  • All wheat pennies are worth keeping.
  • Keep all pennies (even recent ones) that appear to have something “off” about them — they may be error or die variety coins.

How much is a 1776 to 1976 quarter worth?

The standard 1776-1976 clad quarters in circulated condition are only worth their face value of $0.25 . These coins only sell for a premium in uncirculated condition. The 1776-1976 S proof quarter is worth around $5 in PR 65 condition.

How much is a 2000 Sacagawea coin worth?

The standard 2000 Sacagawea dollars in circulated condition are only worth their face value of $1.00 . These coins only sell for a premium in uncirculated condition. The 2000 P Sacagawea dollar is worth around $5 in uncirculated condition with an MS 65 grade.

Is it worth collecting Circulated coins?

Circulated coins are produced for everyday transactions by a government run mint. These circulated coins are typically only worth their face value . Uncirculated coins can potentially be worth much more.

Are 2020 coins going to be rare?

Only 2 million of each design are being struck — just 10 million for all of 2020! They carry a special “V75” privy mark — honoring the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II, it’s the first of its kind for a circulating United States coin.

What do you do with old coins?

  • 1. Mail them to the Bank of England. ...
  • Exchange them at your bank. ...
  • Take them to the Post Office. ...
  • Sell them to collectors. ...
  • Give them to Charity.

What makes a coin rare?

A rare coin is one that was not minted in mass production or now exists in very limited quantities , meaning there are less of these coins available. A rare coin in good condition may be worth a substantial amount of money or may be something you are interested in collecting.

Maria Kunar
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Maria Kunar
Maria is a cultural enthusiast and expert on holiday traditions. With a focus on the cultural significance of celebrations, Maria has written several blogs on the history of holidays and has been featured in various cultural publications. Maria's knowledge of traditions will help you appreciate the meaning behind celebrations.