How To Sell Old Coins

Frequently Asked Questions

1. QUESTION:
   How do you sell old coins?
   My grandma wants to sell her old coins for money.

   They're dirty, but good enough and old. Like 30s, 40s, and 50s old. I don't even know where she got the coins from, she was born in the 50s.

   We don't know the value or how to sell them. Help?

   • ANSWER:
     Do not clean the coins. You can take them to local coin dealers in your area. To help you before that see if a coin club is in your area and ask them about values they will help. Do not be surprised if the coins have little value for coins from the 1830's to 1950's usually have little value. They are not considered old by the coin collecting community. Do not take them to an antique dealer or pawn shop for they usually don't know value and if they do are not the most honest people.

2. QUESTION:
   How do you sell old coins of 1904,1908 and what is the coast value?
   Like 1 Rupie ostafrika and Funf Mark
   This is very serious and I need to sell and i expect a lot of a value
   Thanks
   Alawi

   • ANSWER:
     It would depend on the condition of the coins and the market in which you are selling them. Without knowing anything about the coins, I can't be of much help. I recommend you check e-bay and other coin selling markets to see what similar coins are selling for and ask a professional numismatist to appraise your coins. This is something that can't be done over Y! Answers, sorry.

3. QUESTION:
   How can I best sell some old coins? And learn about their worth too?
   I inherited some old coins a while back, many of them being quite valuable, but I don't know how valuable. I also have a lot of them. I don't know the best way to sell them. I checked out teletrade, but was not too comfortable with it. Is it better to just go to a local dealer? I know I wouldn't get the best price that way though.

   • ANSWER:
     To get a better idea as to your coins' value, check out http://www.pcgs.com/prices/

     Anything worth more than, say, 0.00 you may want to put into an auction. Some major auction houses are Bowers and Merena, Heritage, and Stack's Rare Coins.

     Should you have coins that are auctionable, it is usually worthwhile to have them professionally graded by one of the services, e.g., PCGS (Professional Coin Grading Service) or NGC (Numismatic Guaranty Corporation). They will grade each coin and place it in a sonic-sealed, tamper proof holder. Certified coins bring higher prices at auction than "raw" coins.

     Hope that helps.

4. QUESTION:
   How can I auction or sell the old coins(belongs to the british &dutch era)to someone who is interested?
   The coins with voc (DUTCH) mark and depicting HM The QUEEN VICTORIA & HM the King GEORGE***

   • ANSWER:
     I say eBay or a local auction room.

5. QUESTION:
   How do I go about selling old coins?
   Of course I'd like to get the most money I can out of them. They are old silver and a couple old gold coins. Are there honest dealers or collectors that will pay a fair price? Is it best to value them by weight or by collectability? Thanks for any information.
   Weight or collectability.....we'll check for collectables first then weight! But am wondering about how to find a dealer or collector. Thank you

   • ANSWER:
     Coin values are a combination of rarity, condition, and collector interest. Please EDIT your question to provide more info on your coins.

     Country, denomination, date, mint mark (if any, or if you do not know what to look for).

     If a coin is common (large number minted) and heavily worn, it might only be worth gold or silver value. That is based on purity and weight, which is easily determined.

     If a coin is rare, then it is worth selling to a coin dealer. If very rare, perhaps worth auctioning. You need to learn more before having any idea of the best way to sell.

     For US coins, you can get a rough idea of how a collector would grade a coin from the site below.

6. QUESTION:
   where and how can i sell my old coins&paper money?
   Please i have many Egyptian, Arabic and foreign old coins and paper money
   I want to sell them in a good price
   Can anyone help me?

   • ANSWER:
     I would suggest finding a coin dealer or two who specializes in world coins by searching at the first link below. You might also try eBay. The second link will help you value your collectible currency. Please be aware most dealers will not know your items or care to buy it for its true value.

7. QUESTION:
   hi my name is thulani im from durban i would like to know where and how can i sell old coins?
   Thulla_s@yahoo.com

   • ANSWER:
     I think you must have to visit this link there you will get some different ideas about this matter and you can advertise your products as well.

8. QUESTION:
   How do I go about selling coins that are old? Like silver dollars, quarters, silver certificates.?
   Have a friend that is looking to sell his old coins and silver certificates. How do I go about this without getting ripped off?

   • ANSWER:
     Lot depends on the quality of the coins. If they have a lot of wear then they are most likely more valuable as silver then as Old Coins. You would get the most by selling at a coin show if you want to sell the coins. A dealer will give you an estimate but be aware they want a profit also.
     Of course you can sell them on Ebay.

9. QUESTION:
   how to sell old,rare coins on internet?
   coins and stamps to be sold by an individual

   • ANSWER:
     Ebay!

10. QUESTION:
    I have some old coins to sell ( silver quarters and such). How can I be sure not to be ripped off?
    I don't believe they're valuable enough to pay for a professional appraisal.

    • ANSWER:
      Probably you should go consult the person at the local antique shop *telling him/her that you will not sell it to them* so that they stay an impartial judge.

11. QUESTION:
    i want to sell some old indian coins how shoud i need to use internet for marketting?
    which is the site i shoud i register or whom to contact..... as like in transformer movie that hero did in the first part to sell his grand pa specs.....

    • ANSWER:
      Hi I am Lakshmi

      I am Ebay Seller

      Here Is Great Idea Where You Can Sell Any Old Coins At No Cost At " Ebay.in Or ebay.com " You can only pay when your item sold 1% of the total amount & Rs.1.10 Listing Fee ( its indian site price ) where i sell

      See There Are Many Sellers On Ebay Who Sell Old Coins Find Out More : http://coins.shop.ebay.in

      Open account on Ebay & start Selling

      Need Any Help In You Can Contact ebay directly : 18002093229 ( Its Toll free number & you can also from cellphone )

      Best Of Lucky

12. QUESTION:
    how do i fine some to help sell my old coins?

    • ANSWER:
      You could look for a coin dealer to help you but if I was you, I'd do a little investigating on eBay to see if you can find similar coins to what you have. This way you have some idea of what they are worth before you go to talk to someone locally.

13. QUESTION:
    How much would it worth when you sell a 100 years old coins?
    i have a collection of old coins and stamp and ready to make big buck out of it .Do people in ebay gives the highest bid or other where else

    • ANSWER:
      ebay bidders are looking to get it for the lowest price they can. I am sorry to tell you that while you may have some very old coins, you may not have any valuable coins. The value is determined by the condition, their availability, certain mint markings etc.

      I would suggest you get a current book on coins and try to determine if you have anything of value. If you do, get an appraiser to give you an estimated value and then sell them to coin collectors.

      Good luck.

14. QUESTION:
    How much this coins worth? and where I can sell them?
    Hi guys,
    I wonder if any one out there know where I can sell my old english coins? Is there a shop some where here in Ireland that buy old coins? also want to know how much this coins will worth if any one have an idea about this matter :

    I have some old coins of Elizabeth the second; I have all the collection of 3 pence and 6 pence as well.
    I also have George5 and George6 sixpence silver, and also 3 pence all the collection.

    Thanks every one for help.

    • ANSWER:
      At the bottom of this page it says the question originated in the United States, but what country are your located in?

15. QUESTION:
    where can i sell an old coin?
    its a 00 Mexican peso, the year on it is 1938-1988, and im pretty sure its all silver.I wanted to know where i could possibly sell this coin and for how much

    • ANSWER:
      Your coin is not silver but is made of copper-nickel which has a silver color. It is KM# 531 and commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Nationalization of the Oil Industry in Mexico. It had a mintage of 50,000,000 so it is not scarce. It is also no longer legal tender in Mexico due to the monetary reform of 1992 where 1000 old Peso's was worth 1 new Peso and the time to change them in is long over. Sorry but it is just worth around - depending on grade. You would not easily find a buyer though. You need to find a dealer who would want it. If you live in the USA near the Mexican border then you may find a buyer.

16. QUESTION:
    Selling of old coins?
    Dear all,

    i heard that a 1957 coin got sold for Rs.2, 00, 000.

    I have got coins older than that. I wanted to sell them. How do i go about doing that?

    Please Help!

    Love,
    Winx Gurl

    • ANSWER:
      your public library is an excellent source for information about coins, and it doesn't cost you a thing! Ebay is not a good source for the true "market value", rather a source for what people are asking, and paying, for coins they want to sell. Many jewelers are good sources too. Just remember, buyers, not sellers, usually end up with the best bargain. Research your options...

17. QUESTION:
    selling old and antique coins?
    i want to sell a coin which belongs to guptas period its worth a million dollars if we check on net but i dont know how to sell it can anyone guide me properly please so that i can sell it .

    • ANSWER:
      All the numismatic society in your country.
      Sothebt's and Christies would undoubtedly be interested.
      You may want to call the Mint of the country of origin.

18. QUESTION:
    How can I find reputable coin dealers ? We have old coins and would like to sell them in Portland, Oregon.?
    Our coins are both older and mint.. like US Korean War Memorial and Eisenhower Centennial Silver Dollar.

    • ANSWER:
      Would visit the best library in your area.Look at a current coin catalog.See what your coins are worth,then go to a coin dealer.

19. QUESTION:
    I have old US coins and other coins dated 200, 80,50 years ago. How can I sell these coins?
    During 1900 to 1945, Philippines is a clony of US. US coins were used with the letterings "United States of America, Pilipinas", coins dated 1906 to 1945. I have other silver coins dated 200 years ago. I plan to sell them. these coins are my collections.

    • ANSWER:
      You can sell those on ebay. I think that's they easiest way.

      But before doing that research about the each coin and current value of those coins.

      Check ebay coin auction and find how to make one. you have to provide all details and history, photos of the coin, condition of the coin etc. Also better set a reserve price.

20. QUESTION:
    i had indian old coins.how to sell them?
    i had 1/2anna of east india company,british india coins,silver coins,etc

    • ANSWER:
      There are clubs run by various coin collectors all over India. Approach the nearest one to you. In Mumbai there is a Todywalla is one of the most organised dealer in old coins. B Arun and Company is another dealer.

      Many individuals deal in old coins in Mumbai.

      If you know any of these people, discuss the possibilities with them.

      If you could email me details, I will also discuss with a couple of friends who are coin collectors.

21. QUESTION:
    How do I find serious buyers of old coins and currency?
    I have many old coins and some old silver certificates and old united states notes to sell. I might have the remaining coin for someone's collection if I knew what was in demand. I also have a signed original Norman Rockwell still in the original frame for sale. It is titled "The Famous Model 'T' was Boss of the Road".

    • ANSWER:
      There are several avenues open to you. First, I would go to Barnes & Noble or similar store and check the following book out: "The Official Guidebook to United States Coins" by R.S. Yeoman. It is commonly referred to as "The Red Book". Matching the pictures in the book to your coins will give you an idea of what you have. Next while you're there check the periodicals for coin magazines and papers. These will give you an idea of what your coins are being sold for based on the grade of the coin. You now know what you have and approximately what it is worth so you at least should not get to badly ripped off. If you choose to sell them on EBAY or Yahoo, these are prices you may be able to reach but DO NOT expect these prices from a dealer!! They buy at much much lower prices. Do not be alarmed at the difference between the two sources - it is normal. If you received the coins from family for free, what the dealer offers will be pure profit, albeit lower than what you MAY have been able to get but all profit none-the-less!! If you can find a copy of Coin World magazine, they have a classified type section in the back where companies buy coins that you ship to them. These prices are more typical of what a dealer would pay you for them. Call them - maybe they will send you a free issue in the hopes of you subscribing!! You could also go to the local coin shop but I would definitely go to multiple shops to get as much data as I could before deciding where to sell them. Judge the dealer as well - your gut instinct about the dealer may make you more money!! Some dealers are good and others unfortunately will rip you off. That is why you found out what you have and a "ballpark" figure of what it is worth!!! Unless you need the money quickly take your time to go to local coin shows and research the selling and buying prices of your specific coins. Do not jump at the first dealers offer unless you need to!!

22. QUESTION:
    i got lot of old indian coins and foreign coins. Can i sell those coins thru online?
    if so pls guide me how to do that

    • ANSWER:
      Try selling them on auction sites, Ebay for example. You could also take them to the local numismatics society (use Google) and ask them for help.

23. QUESTION:
    how do i sell silver coins?
    a few days ago, i was trolling around my bedroom and found an old box. inside were 15 or 20 mercury dimes and some older assorted coins. I asked my dad what they were, and he went through and told me that the brunt, besides some worn-out buffalo nickles, were partially made with silver. I immediately went on the internet and found out how to tell, which lead me to have quite a little collection.

    My father told me I could hold onto them, sell them, put them back, whatever I wanted. Now, I know there are shops that sell collectible coins, and since researching, I know of the grading system they use to say how 'mint' the coin is. The college student in me would like to sell them. Anyone out there know where I could possibly get the best deal or how I would go about selling them? The only thing I wouldn't be willing to do is go to a convention. I'd wanna move them ASAP, selling for their 'melt' value (that's what i'm guessing it's called)
    In the end, i don't care if i'm turning a profit of or , I just want to know how to sell them. If you need amounts, i can send them. I Currently have the coins in plastic sleeves here for safe keeping
    In the end, i don't care if i'm turning a profit of or , I just want to know how to sell them. If you need amounts, i can send them. I Currently have the coins in plastic sleeves here for safe keeping

    • ANSWER:
      Easiest thing is to find a local coin dealer, and ask what they're paying for "junk" silver. They'll probably tell you something like "22 times face value". Then, all you have to do is figure the face value of the silver, multiply by (in this case) 22, and you know how much you'll get for the silver. However, if you have some better priced coins, you'll want to sell those separately from the junk silver.

      The Buffs and any non silver are a little harder to figure, because their value is going to depend on the year, the condition, and where they were minted. As a rule with the Buffaloes, if the date is worn off (a common problem) a dealer will probably give you $.15 to $.20 each for them.

      Really, the easiest way is to sell them to a dealer. No fees, and no waiting for your money. Walk in with coins, walk out with cash.

24. QUESTION:
    How do I sell items across the continents and contact buyers who are interested in the items?
    I got someone interested in the old coins am selling but dont know how to contact him. How do you deliver the goods to the buyer and how do I get paid is my dilema.

    • ANSWER:
      There are at least two ways to solve this: you either try the ebay option to sell those coins, because collectors around the world do have an ebay account, it's the easiest way to find antiques....or...you can have a website done, a presentation of products website which later on you have to advertise in the right place....forums of collectors, sites of antiques, etc

25. QUESTION:
    i am trying to find out how to go about selling an old coin in great condition?
    1945 mecury dime, in really great conditions,anyone have any ideas

    • ANSWER:
      Try eBay... be sure your photo does the coin justice. Remember, you can have a reserve price so it just doesn't go for ten cents or something!

26. QUESTION:
    i have old coin of bank negaramalaysia i have to sell? the coins is 191092 sen how much price is i will got?

    • ANSWER:
      Check the internet for Coin Collectors and see if anyone wants to buy it.
      Good Luck!

27. QUESTION:
    how/where can I sell a Gold old coin (probably has collectible value)?
    My in-laws have a solid gold (50 Mexican pesos) coin
    It's 24 K gold and it weighs 36 grams, the coin is rather old so I am guessing it must have a collectible value
    I would like for them to get the best possible value
    Thanks!

    • ANSWER:
      Find a local coin shop and see what there numistics expert says it worth and go from there, then go from there depending on the value you could offer in a classified in a coin collectors magazine or newsletter, also look for a coin show in your area and see who would offer you the most after you find the value of it,. You could also try ebay/

28. QUESTION:
    how can i get a price for an old coin,?
    Need to sell a old coin, its a 1901 silver dollar,good condition.

    • ANSWER:
      Value is largely dependent on condition, mint marks and the number of coins available.

      1 - Take your coin to a local coin dealer (trustworthy ones can be found - shop around). It never hurts to get a second opinion. They will be able to tell you so much more by evaluation the condition of the coins. They will also know the amount minted and what it is going for in today's market.

      2 - Try posting pictures on this website (there are many experts here that can help you evaluate it - there also may be people willing to buy if you are trying to sell):
      http://www.coincommunity.com/forum/default.asp

      3 - Repost this question and include pictures. You can use websites like http://www.photobucket.com and include the link in your question.

      Good luck!

      P.S. You should not clean your coins. Most coin collectors see cleaning a coin as the equivalent of stripping down antique furniture and refinishing it.

      When cleaning, the surface metal of the coin is often stripped. Anything used to scrub the coin will leave scratches (even 100% pure silk will leave hairline scratches). Most cleaning products will have some type of reaction with the coin's metal and the surface metal can also be removed in this manner.

      Your best bet is to leave the coins alone. Cleaning the coin will leave traces - which can be found by the knowledgeable collector - who in turn will not buy the cleaned coin. Also if you ever wanted to send your coin into a grading company, they can recognize signs of cleaning and will send your coin back in a "cleaned" slab (also called a "body bag" in the coin world) - which is usually a greatly decreased value.

      If you absolutely must must must clean your coins do not use the method described above as it will react with the metal in your coin. Use 100% acetone (do not use fingernail polish remover!). It must be 100% pure because other additives will react with the coin metal. Place your coin(s) in the solution for several minutes (do not leave in for long periods of time). Rinse your coin(s) in distilled water. Next remove your coins and either pat dry with a soft cloth or allow the coin to air dry (air drying is better as you don't risk scratching the coin with the cloth). NEVER scrub your coins!

      I would still advise you to leave your coins as they are. They may not be bright and shiny but that is what most collectors prefer.

29. QUESTION:
    i have U.S old coin 1889 and some 1900 old year, How to sell that coin, Btw i'm from Indonesia. Pls help me?

    • ANSWER:
      You need to do your own research first to find out how much that coin cost in america this way it gives you an idea of how much it is really worth and then go to some coin auction give them a call and go from there.

30. QUESTION:
    my grandma and I want to sell some AWESOME stuff on ebay, but we are unexperienced, how can we get good prices?
    I'm finding myself in need of college money, and my grandma has all this cool antique stuff she says I can sell. from old coins to normal rockwell plates, to vintage toys and tea party china, with hundreds of vinal records (no rock though). she has stamps galore, and just tons of stuff. I have video games, a good as new custom darkstar skateboard, trading cards, dvds, lots of glass figurines and stuff, we have so much to sell, but I want to make sure we get good deals on everything, and that people who know what they are worth can see them and bid on them. any tricks tips, or suggestions?

    • ANSWER:
      I suggest you take a look at www.itaggit.com. It has a 'value range it' function that sorts through all past and present auctions (ebay amazon etc.) to give you a price range so that you find a fair asking price for both you and the buyer. Good luck.

31. QUESTION:
    I have a lot of old coins from around the world, do you know where I can sell them?
    don't say e.bay ... because I can't use e.bay ... because it is not existed in my country ...
    any website to help me know how much my coins worth ..?
    and a website to sell them?
    or maybe any one of you guys is interested in old coins?
    let me know ..
    thanks for ur answers anyway !! lol
    I am looking for a website or a place to sell them ..
    not e.bay because I don't have that in my country (out of usa)
    not looking for an exchange company .. because I have that ... and because their value is because of they are old ... I have things from the 19th century coins ...

    thanx

    • ANSWER:
      get them appraised first. then sell them at a antique show or something like that.

32. QUESTION:
    Where can I get a price for old coins?
    I have some very old Vietnamese coins, more than one hundred years old, and I wanted to know where how much they're worth and where I can sell them at. Please give me any information possible, thanks.

    • ANSWER:
      Hello,

      Ask here. Perhaps they can help you.

      http://www.galeon.com/tasacionesantiqua/Main.htm

33. QUESTION:
    How much money could get by selling my old Mexican coin pesos? 1970's ----1900's?
    How much are old Mexican coin pesos? 1970's ----1900's?
    i have all kind of coins especially american rare,wheat, pennies...
    But i also like collecting Mexican Coin pesos... i'm trying to get rid of the 1970's ----- 1900's... how much are they worth...were could i sell them..do you know a website that buys mexican pesos except Ebay???

    • ANSWER:
      Not very much at all. May be 10 cents for the whole lot.

34. QUESTION:
    How can I find out the value of old coins?
    I've got a money bag full of old coins varying from 1891 to 1975 and thinking about selling them but I don't have a clue how much they're worth.

    • ANSWER:
      You can get a rough estimate of their value by looking for similar coins on eBay to see what they're selling for.

      You can only get an accurate estimate by having them examined in person by a professional.

35. QUESTION:
    I have some old coins and was wondering how to tell what "grade" they are
    I don't have the info on me right now about the coins, but was wondering if someone can get me started about how I find out more to sell them. I know they are old, and I have lots of different types but have no clue where to begin. thanks

    • ANSWER:
      There are experts in the field that do the grading....Most coins that are proof coins or uncirculated would have been properly sealed...the coins you most likely have are probably poor to good..but they would have to be compared to other samples of the same coin toget an accurate grade.
      This site has free estimate for coins.
      http://www.bestcoin.com/united-states-coin-pricing-guide.htm

36. QUESTION:
    Anyone Profited from Investing in Old (pre-1933) U.S. Coins?
    Many dealers promote old coins as INVESTMENTS. But some just sucker investors into buying overpriced coins unlikely to ever sufficiently rise in value to make a profit.

    There is much to know about coin type, quantity minted, grading services, when it was graded, how many of the type have been graded by each service, and visual appeal. Also, at what prices have “identical” coins sold for recently? One dealer points to heritageauctions.com as helpful in deciding whether a coin is a good buy. But since no two old coins are exactly alike, it is difficult to know to what extent past auction info. can be relied on as indication of your coin’s potential gain.

    Can non-professionals successfully INVEST in old coins for profit?

    I am asking to hear from anyone with experiences investing in old coins. Please advise on how to choose coins with good investment potential, where to buy at good prices, and how and when to sell for max. gain.

    Serious responses will be greatly appreciated.

    • ANSWER:
      Muncie Birder gave a great answer. I will just expound on it.

      As in any collectible field, knowledge is king. To be able to purchase lowest and sell highest, you must know more than others, especially when buying. The US coin field is fairly narrow, so it is harder to find bargains. They are out there, but take a lot of work and knowledge to find. Without that, to invest in coins you need to take a "position". I am a contrarian, having been around coins long enough to know different coins are "hot" at different times. I would look for a series that is not "hot" right now and buy high grade keys to those series. Then in a few years when it becomes hot again, your keys will go up in value the most. Sell, and look for keys to non-hot series again.

      Now, if you want to acquire knowledge in ancient or world coins, then in the US bargains are everywhere. The field is so huge no dealer can be an expert in everything, so dealers always have stock that they really don't know the value of. It is somewhat harder, though, since ancient coins especially do not really have key coins, (with a very few exceptions), since it is so huge nobody can collect all types, therefor no one type is "key".

      Also, if you know what you are doing, Ebay is great. Caveat Emptor is probably most appropriate there than anywhere else though!

37. QUESTION:
    how much are my old coins worth?
    is there any site that i can see how much my old coins are worth and who to sell them to??

    • ANSWER:
      google coin values and tons will pop up .

38. QUESTION:
    I have a bunch of old coins from other countries and stuff.?
    How do I know how much they are worth now? I don't know much about coins, but I don't want to get cheated out of a lot of money if they are worth a lot. And if they are worth enough, then I want to sell them. Is there a website or something?

    • ANSWER:
      try bestcoin.com

      or google it

39. QUESTION:
    I have some old coins, are they worth anything?
    How much would a 1910 dime be worth? Or a 1936 - 37 nickel? My mom got several old coins today where she works, and we're thinking they may be worth some money. Maybe? Maybe not? If they are, where should we try to sell them? Ebay?

    Thanks. (:

    • ANSWER:
      It's going to depend on the condition, and also where the coins were made.

      (I'm assuming you're talking about American coins.)

      Let's start with the dime.
      Take a look at the reverse of the coin, at the bottom between the bottom of the wreath and the rim of the coin. You may see a small letter there. If there is a "D" it was made in Denver, if there is an "S", it was made in San Francisco, and if there is no letter, it was made in Philadelphia.

      Now for the condition. If it's worn to the point that the portrait is basically an outline with just a few details, a Philadelphia or Denver dime would be worth just it's silver value, which is about , while one from San Francisco would bring about .50 if you sold it to a dealer.

      If it's worn to the point that the word "Liberty" on her headband is weak, but you can make out all the letters, a Philadelphia coin might net you only .50 or so. A Denver coin would probably bring around , and a San Francisco coin might get you or so from a dealer.

      For the nickel, you can find the mintmark, if any, right below where it says "FIVE CENTS"

      If the coin is worn to the point that the date is getting hard to read, it's about a $.60-$.75 cent item regardless of what mint it was made at.

      When you look at the buffalo on the back, see if you can make out the entire outline of the horn. If you can, it's about .50 to .00. Buffalo nickels were pretty common in their last years of minting, and the value really doesn't go up much from there until you get to coins that have absolutely no wear on them at all.

      Those values are just "ballpark" estimates. A dealer might legitimately offer you more or less, depending on circumstances.

      If your nickle is from Denver, take a look at the front legs of the Buffalo. If it's a 1937 and one of the front legs is missing, or it's a 1936 and most of one front leg is missing, you'll want to take it to a dealer to have him look at it. In both those years, a mistake made when polishing the dies caused most or all of the buffalo's one leg to be ground off the die, and coins made with that die have a missing leg. If you've got one of those, it's potentially worth several hundred dollars, and you'll want to talk to the dealer about getting the coin "certified". That's where a third party company examines the coin, determines it's authenticity, grades it, and puts it in a tamper-resistant container. The two "big" companies are called PCGS and NGC, and a third company that is also good is ANACS.

      If they're relatively low value, I don't know that I'd sell them on ebay, especially if you don't already have an account--it's a lot of work to sell worth of coins.

      And whatever you do, don't clean them or try to "improve" their appearance in any way. Cleaning damages coins, and it kills the collector value.

40. QUESTION:
    I'm selling my own collection of more than 600 old coins, how can I find some private collector to offer me?
    I would like to sell my own American coin collection due to a financial problems. This collection I have it belonged to my Grand pa and I have more than 600 coins since 1846 and all kinds. Please let me know if anybody is interested to buy it. Thank you so much

    Carlos Quiroz
    carlosreubenq1@ahoo.com

    AMERICAN OLD COINS

    1 LIBERTY DOLLAR 2000 (29)
    2 LIBERTY ONE DOLLAR 1979 THRU 1999 (63)
    3 LIBERTY ONE DOLLAR 1971 THRU 1978 (58)
    4 ONE DOLLAR 13 STARS 1879 THRU 1926 (109)
    5 SILVER DOLLAR 1 Oz 1982 THRU 2000 (4)
    6 ONE DOLLAR CARSON CITY (1)
    7 HALF DOLLAR 1776 THRU 1976 (12)
    8 HALF DOLLAR 1937 THRU 1947 (50)
    9 HALF DOLLAR 1964 THRU 1996 (115)
    10 GOLD HALF DOLLAR 1973 AND 1976 (2)
    11 QUARTER DOLLAR FROM 1925 THRU 1930 (9)
    12 STATE QUARTERS 1999 Pennsylvania 5, Connecticut 14, Georgia 15, New Jersey 1, Delaware 4, and Massachusetts

    • ANSWER:
      You need to find a reputable coin dealer or possibly try an online trading assistant. Or sell it yourself on ebay.

41. QUESTION:
    What to do with my dad's old coin collection?
    My dad has been collecting coins for over 30 years. He has coins as old as 1904 (anything from pennies to half dollars). I was wondering if I could sell them to a coin collector or something but I have no idea how to do this. How do i find out the value of the coins? Who would be interested in buying them? Any suggestions?

    • ANSWER:
      It is difficult for someone who hasn't collected to determine value. Value is based on the grade and date of a coin. If he has a very large collection, it might be worth it to go to a bookstore, and purchase the "Redbook" of coins. This has grade examples, and pricing in all grades. Otherwise I would agree with the post that states going to a show or store to get an appraisal.

      Understand though that dealers need to resell, and the offer may not be as high as if you sold them on ebay.

42. QUESTION:
    iam having an very old indian coin yearing 1835. Is there any value for such old coins?
    can i able to sell it? if so how pls anyone guide me

    • ANSWER:
      as per my opinion, u shud not sell that coin......... 1836...... wow. its very precious......... but if u really want to sell it, plzzz contact some trustworthy coin collectr who gives u actual amount 4 ur coin........
      there r many people who collect coin for cheap amounts and resale it for a costly amounts.........
      BEWARE!!!!!!!!!

43. QUESTION:
    How much do you think my old coin is worth?
    I have to old coins that I want to know how much it is worth so I can sell it. One coin from USA is from 1900 and its a penny and has a picture of an indian I think. There is another coin that is a dime from USA again but its from 1942 how much is it worth?
    I really don't know on what category its on ;p

    • ANSWER:
      You can check this website::

      http://coins.about.com/od/coinvalues/l/bl-indian-head-penny-values.htm

      http://coins.ha.com/info/typevalues.php?Denom=Dime%20

44. QUESTION:
    i want to sell my 1882 old 1/4 anna coin. how i sell this and what is the rate of this?

    • ANSWER:
      The value is going to depend on the grade of the coin - how much of the fine detail of an original coin is still remaining. If it is quite worn and Victoria on the front is basically just an outline and the lettering on the reverse is flattened, it has little value, under a dollar. If it looks practically new, value could be or more.

      Best place to sell something like this yourself is eBay, but if it's a low-grade coin, it won't be worth the time and fees. If you don't want it, take the five or ten cents a dealer might pay you - it will go into his 25 or 50 cent box.

45. QUESTION:
    whats the value of old australian coins?
    i have two large containers of old australian coins, pennys, shillings,florinsmils and a few more different ones, just wondering how much each coin is worth there really old but most are in perfect condition some are the broze color from being old but can still clearly see the writing and picture, they are all real ones no fakes, where is the best place to sell them and get good money?

    • ANSWER:
      Check whether any of the pennies are from 1930 – if so, you're in luck!

      Here's a general numismatics site: http://www.triton.vg/ozcoins.html
      Pennies specifically: http://www.triton.vg/pennies.html

46. QUESTION:
    anyone know about old coins?
    I have some old coins as in really old still made out of silver..... and i was looking to sell them because i really need the money.... does anyone know how much they go for or anywhere where i can sell them here in queens NY?HELP!
    theres a couple of half dollars ranging from 1770's to the 1980's and quarters at around the same years

    • ANSWER:
      Quarters dated 1965 and later contain no silver.
      Half dolars dated 1965 - 1970 are 40% silver. All dates after that contain no silver, and it is unlikely that they are worth more than face value.
      It is best to check eBay and see what specific date US coins are selling for there.

47. QUESTION:
    How do u identify a real antique coin ?
    i want to sell some old coins on ebay but not sure what price to put.

    • ANSWER:
      Item #1, you do not ever, and I do mean never, clean a coin.

      Item #2, If you are thinking about cleaning a coin, and have ignored item #1, please start pounding your head on the wall.

      Item #3, If somebody is telling you that I am wrong, and that you should clean your coins dispite my 27 years in this field, start pounding thier heads on the wall.

      Item #4, Go to a book store, buy a magazine called "Coin Prices", which costs about , first read the section on grading, after that the book is quite simple.

      Itemk #5, Please realize that most coins, regardless of age, are not worth a whole lot.

      Item #6, Good Luck

48. QUESTION:
    I have a bunch of really old coins....what should I do with them?
    My grandfather has a collection of really really old coins (nickels, dimes, quarters, and a lot of sets too) and I was just going through them and was thinking about how much they could be worth. So I was wondering where I could find the best places to go to get the most money for these coins and such. Thanks lots. (Don't worry, I am not going to sell them without his permission, I just want to know how much they're worth and we'll decide from there)

    • ANSWER:
      It is very, very important that you find an honest and reliable coin dealer. Whatever you do DO NOT SEND your coins to anybody by mail. I am sure you can find an honest dealer in your town. If those coins are not yours you had best have a signed letter allowing you to asses them, otherwise you can be charged with theft even though he is your relative! God Bless. Greeter

49. QUESTION:
    i've got some old coins, how would i go about selling them to an antiques shop?

    • ANSWER:
      You could try that however there is one problem: coins are not antiques they are collectibles. I would recommend getting quotes from at least two coin dealers by showing them the coins, and you might try selling them on eBay. I hope that helps.

50. QUESTION:
    Would it be stupid to sell this on ebay?
    I want to buy a camera and I thought I would try to sell something on ebay. I have an old coin that is from 300 A.D. It says that the Kushan King owned it and its from Afghanistan. I dont exactly know how much it is worth or the story behind it. How much could i selll it for?

    • ANSWER: