How to Find Rare Coins Worth Money and Wanted by Collectors (2024)

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You can take the entire collection to a dealer to appraise, says Gillis, “but they charge by the hour.” He suggests you organize your coins and consult the Red Book on your own before going to a dealer. “If you can organize the collection in a very basic way, you’ll do two things,” he said. “You’ll lessen the time that an appraiser needs to look at the collection, and you can sort of cross out coins that would be rather common and not worth the time of having an appraiser look at them.”

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Dealers who are members of the American Numismatic Association promise to abide by a code of ethics. “If a dealer is willing to give you an offer for the collection, you don’t have to sell it to that particular dealer,” Gillis said, “There’s nothing wrong with going around to two or three dealers.”

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You may be offered different prices, but that doesn’t mean anyone is trying to cheat you. “If you have a particularly rare coin and you take it to a dealer [who] just happens to have four of those exact coins that he’s hoping to sell, and a second dealer is looking for that coin because he doesn’t have any in stock and two of his best customers happen to be looking for that coin, which one is probably going to give you the better price?” he said. “It’s going to be the second one. There are variables in play that sometimes have nothing to do with a dealer trying to lowball you.”

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Don’t clean your coins! In fact, this can reduce their value. New coins have a “luster” or sheen that can be seen when you tilt the coin into the light. Cleaning removes that luster and reduces a coin’s value.

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Coins are most valuable when they are in mint or near-mint condition. Storing them so they do not touch each other at all prevents scratches and helps to keep them looking their best.

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There are a number of coin holders you can purchase such as coin flips, coin folders or albums. The cost can vary from pennies for a basic coin flip to hundreds of dollars to have a coin professionally graded and “slabbed.”

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Like other valuable collectible items, make sure these holders are made of materials that will not damage the coin, such as Mylar and acid-free cardboard. Greater care should be taken with rare and expensive coins. It’s recommended that these be encapsulated by a third-party grading service.

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“NCG and PCGS are third party grading companies,” said Gillis. “They grade, authenticate and slab (or encapsulate) coins. Not all coins are candidates for that. There’s an inherent cost in doing that and sometimes the value of the coins just doesn’t justify you doing that.”

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However, he adds, “For some people, that’s how they want to have their coin stored, regardless of the value. In general, it’s wise to know the value of a particular coin before you send it to those companies.” In certain instances you’ll never be able to recoup that fee.

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Special care should be taken in handling valuable coins. Experts recommend placing a pad or cloth on the table to cushion the fall if you happen to drop a coin and prevent it from further damage. Wash your hands and keep food and drink away from your coins. (Some people recommend wearing gloves, while others say they increase the risk of dropping your coin.) Handle them on the edges rather than the front and back. If you keep your coins in holders, try to minimize taking them in or out to reduce the risk of scratching them.

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“Age doesn’t have a tremendous impact on the value of coins,” said Gillis. He uses ancient Roman coins as an example. Though they are over a thousand years old, many were made, so they are fairly easy to find., “You can buy some of the ancient Roman coins for 20 or 30 dollars apiece,” he said.

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United States’ Indian Head pennies are another example. Though they haven’t been minted since 1909, many are worth less than $10. Hundreds of millions of these coins were produced and they are still very common. In sharp contrast, only five examples of the 1913 Liberty Head Nickel exist, making it one of the most valuable U.S. coins ever.

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The advantage of selling your coin to a dealer, says Gillis, is that “it’s the cleanest and fastest way to dispose of a collection.” Of course, he adds, “They won’t give you retail price because they have a shop to run and they have to earn a living. Another drawback to selling to a dealer is sometimes there are coins that are in a collection that are just so common that they won’t be interested in purchasing the entire collection.”

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While eBay is an attractive option to many, Gillis cautions people to consider this option carefully before acting. “If you’re selling coins on eBay,” he said, “you should know everything about the coins because people are going to want to ask you questions, and you really want to have the answers. [Also], you need to take a photograph of the coin to present it on eBay. Sometimes people [unknowingly] take a photograph that may hide something about the coin that someone may want to know. Unless you really know a lot about the particular coin, I really advise people against doing that.”

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Instead, he says, contact your local coin club and tell them you may have coins for sale. The American Numismatic Association provides a list of coin clubs by location.

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While auction prices are typically the highest, there are drawbacks as well. Gillis points out, “There’s a fee involved in producing the auction catalogs. Also, the auction companies that deal strictly with numismatic items really only are looking for rare items. They don’t want common coins to take up space so they will definitely cherry pick a collection. They’re not going to be interested in all of them.”

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Selling your coins at auction also takes time. “It could be several months between the time the person contacts the auction house and before their coins actually go up for sale.” Since sellers fees can be 15 percent of the value or even more, auctions may not be worth the time for lower value coins.

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“If you have a complete set of coins,” said Gillis, “generally that set sells for more than individual coins on their own. To be able to tell if you have a complete set, it’s a matter of looking through the Red Book because it lists coins in sets. That way you would be able to tell if you have the entire set or not.”

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Some coins may be worth more than face value but are simply not valuable enough to sell to collectors. If you don’t want to hold onto them, you can donate them. The American Numismatic Association (ANA) accepts donations for their museum or for educational purposes. Some charitable organizations also accept donations of coin collections which will then be sold with proceeds supporting the organization.

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Most Valuable Coins: Pennies l Nickels l Dimes l Quarters

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How to Find Rare Coins Worth Money and Wanted by Collectors (2024)

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How to Find Rare Coins Worth Money and Wanted by Collectors? ›

Run an online search or use a coin cataloguing app to identify what kind of coin you have. Contact a local coin dealer or numismatics group and ask them to take a look at the coin for more info. Check eBay's recently sold listings to get a reasonable sense for what consumers are willing to spend on your coin right now.

What is the easiest way to find rare coins? ›

If you are unable to find what you're looking for in our catalog or Coin Seller Database, you may also find coins through:
  1. Banks. Search through coin rolls from a bank.
  2. Collectors. Trade or buy coins privately or through coin clubs.
  3. Coin Dealers. ...
  4. Coin Shows. ...
  5. Auctions. ...
  6. Flea Markets and Antique Shows.
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How do you find the value of collector coins? ›

Run an online search or use a coin cataloguing app to identify what kind of coin you have. Contact a local coin dealer or numismatics group and ask them to take a look at the coin for more info. Check eBay's recently sold listings to get a reasonable sense for what consumers are willing to spend on your coin right now.

Where is the best place to find out the value of coins? ›

Hire a professional appraiser to grade your coins and tell you how much it is worth. The American Society of Appraisers and International Society of Appraisers have searchable directories of professional appraisers. A dealer might also be able to help.

Is there a free app to scan coins for value? ›

Coin collectors finally have the resource needed to make informed numismatic buying, selling and trading decisions, thanks to the PCGS CoinFacts mobile app. The world's largest encyclopedia of U.S. coins now fits in your pocket and is 100% free to use.

What coin is easiest to sell? ›

Silver coins will prove the easiest to sell among bars, rounds, and coins since sovereign governments issue them.

What is the hardest coin to find? ›

With just one coin currently in existence, the gold 1849 Double Eagle is considered the rarest and most valuable coin in US history.

What is the most wanted coin? ›

1933 Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle

The 1933 version of this coin is perhaps the rarest and most sought-after one of all. The only privately-owned one is held by Stuart Weitzman. It was last valued at $7,500,000 compared to its original $20 value.

What is the most sought after coin right now? ›

Based on demand and value, the following coins are the most in-demand and can be sold online through your storefront.
  • 1992 “Close AM” Penny. ...
  • 1997 Double Ear Lincoln Cent. ...
  • 2004 Wisconsin State Quarter with extra Leaf. ...
  • 2005 Speared Bison Jefferson Nickel. ...
  • 2023 Britannia Coins Type 1. ...
  • 2023 Britannia Coins Type 2.

How do I sell rare coins for cash? ›

5 Best Places To Sell Rare Coins and Paper Money
  1. Heritage Auctions. Heritage Auctions is the largest collectibles auctioneer and the third-largest auction house in the world. ...
  2. eBay. ...
  3. Stack's Bowers Galleries. ...
  4. APMEX. ...
  5. Your Local Coin Dealer.
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Who can I trust to value my coin collection? ›

Look for customer reviews from others and make sure you only take your coins to a business that has a reputable background in your local community. A brick and mortar storefront is your best option to get the most accurate appraisal. Look for a coin shop near you that offers appraisals for a low rate or free of charge.

Which quarter is worth $1000000? ›

1796 Draped Bust Quarter: A Relic of Early America

Only a handful of these quarters remain in existence today, making them highly sought after by collectors. With a value exceeding $1 million USD, the 1796 Draped Bust Quarter is not just a coin; it's a tangible piece of early American history.

How do I know if my old money is worth anything? ›

There are a couple of key places on your bill to check out, like the year and seal color. Bills that have red, brown, or blue seals printed between 1862 and 1917 could be worth up to $1,000, per IndyStar. And, the older a bill is, the rarer it's usually considered.

Are wheat pennies worth anything? ›

The wheat penny value can vary greatly. Factors like the coin's condition, the year it was minted, and its rarity all play a part. Most wheat pennies are worth between four cents to $4 on average. However, some rare and highly sought-after ones can fetch thousands of dollars at auction.

What is the best app for finding rare coins? ›

You Might Also Like
  • PCGS CoinFacts Coin Collecting. Reference.
  • CoinID: Coin Value Identifier. Reference.
  • Coinoscope: visual coin search. Reference.
  • CoinIn: Coin Scan Identifier. Reference.
  • Coin Identifier - CoinScan. Reference.
  • iCoin - Identify Coins Value. Reference.

Where are old coins usually found? ›

Best Places to Look for Old Coins:

Old coins are a common item in many antique shops. Where to find coins? Places that are generally empty, overlooked, or not often frequented such as abandoned houses, attics, beneath bridges, and posthole banks are sometimes a good place to look.

Can you ask the bank for rare coins? ›

However, even if you can get your bank to special-order rolled coins, there is no guarantee that the Federal Reserve will send your bank mint-state coins! The Fed isn't required to honor requests for mint-state (what they call "new") coins, but they say they do when inventory levels allow.

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