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When you sell gold to us, we will explain every step of the process to help you understand how selling gold works. With your XRF Precious metals Analyzer, we can test your gold to know exactly what purity your gold contains. This helps us assess your gold to give you the most when you sell.
If you’ve got a handful of coins clinking around in your drawers or in a box under your bed, you may be wondering if they are valuable. But how can you tell which coins are worth something? We’re here to tell you which coins are worthless and which ones are valuable. Always talk to your CPA or Financial Advisor before making investments.
Which Coins Are Worthless?
Susan B. Anthony Coins
Susan B. Anthony coins tend not be worth much. There are two reasons that these coins don’t hold much value. The first is that they were extremely common when they were in circulation. It is very rare to come across one that actually has worth to it since so many are common mints. Second, is that there was a lack of interest and confusion when it came to the coins that caused most of the variations to not be in circulation at all. The supply of these coins is very high, while the demand is low. Often, you won’t get more than the face value of the coins.
Sacagawea Coins
Like the Susan B. Anthony coins, the Sacagawea Dollars don’t often hold much value besides the very few rare varieties that exist. These coins are also often only worth their face value, and while they are a great addition to a coin collection, they won’t make you money.
Presidential Dollar Coins
Presidential dollar coins are another type of coin that is only worth its face value. Presidential dollar coins are fairly common on the market and make a fun gift for kids or collectors, but aren’t worth trying to make a sale on. These coins stopped being in production around 2011 because they had a very low demand.
Wheat Back Pennies
Wheat back pennies are coins that are commonly misrepresented as being worth a lot of money, but in reality, they aren’t worth more than a few cents. There are millions of these pennies on the market, and there are only two pennies (the 1909-s and the 1909 BVD) that have value. However, these two pennies are so extremely rare that it’s highly unlikely that you will ever come across one.
Which Coins Are Valuable?
American Flowing Hair Dollar (1794)
The American Flowing Hair Dollar first appeared in 1794, and only lasted until around 1795. The 1795 version is more common than it’s earlier counterpart which makes the 1794 coin extremely valuable.
Draped Bust Half Dollar (1797)
Draped bust half dollars were minted between 1796 and 1807. However, the 1797 draped bust half dollar is a very rare version of the coin with less than 4,000 coins ever minted with only a few hundred still left circulating today.
Liberty Seated Dollar (1870)
Liberty Seated Dollars from 1870 are extremely rare and valuable coins. With only 15 minted of the 1870-S variety, these coins are in high demand and could fetch you over a million dollars if it’s in pristine condition. However, the regular strike 1870 coins are also valued around $100,000 (in pristine condition) and have around 415,000 in circulation.
Morgan Silver Dollar (1889)
It’s possible that you have an 1889 Morgan silver dollar sitting around at home. With over 21 million minted, these coins are valued at around $25,000 if they’re in pristine condition. These coins are also valuable because each mint of these coins has its own distinctive mark.
Any PCGS or NGC Coins
Any coin that is graded by a national grading organization like the Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) or the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) will have value to it. If you buy coins that are already graded by one of these organizations, it’s likely that your coin has potential resale value that can make you a profit.
Should You Clean Coins Before Selling Them?
You should never clean coins before you sell them. Even if you have a coin that is extremely valuable, cleaning it could greatly diminish the value. Even if your coins are very dirty, you should never attempt to clean them before you bring them to be graded. Professional coin dealers won’t mind that they’re dirty, and they will take the proper steps to remove the dirt if it’s necessary.
Want to Buy or Sell Gold and Silver Coins?
If you have coins that you are ready to sell, or you’re prepared to invest in gold and silver coins, California Gold and Silver can help! You can contact us to schedule an appointment or visit our office in Upland, California. Please feel free to reach out with any questions you may have!
2022 Great Britain Rolling Stones 1 oz Gold Coin
Get your Satisfaction! California Gold and Silver Exchange is excited to be carrying the 2022 Great Britain Rolling Stones 1 oz Gold Coin. This coin is now available for purchase. Get this commemorative coin while supplies last as quantities are limited. Furthermore, Click Here for more information on gold coins we carry.
The reverse side of the 2022 1 oz The Rolling Stones Gold Coin features the iconic band. With 13 UK number-one albums and 8 UK number-one singles, The Rolling Stones will be remembered forever. This beautiful design captures the silhouettes of the band members on stage as a crowd fills the foreground and includes the classic 1973 ‘The Rolling Stones’ font. Along the bottom, “’62-’22” denotes the 60th anniversary of the iconic band’s formation.
The portrait of Her Majesty The Queen by Jody Clark appears on the obverse of the coin. Unlike the gold Britannia, Queen Elizabeth is wearing her royal crown in this depiction.
This coin has been struck in one ounce of 999.9 fine gold and is also available as a quarter-ounce gold, 2oz gold, and 5 oz gold edition along with silver proof editions. The Royal Mint also sells a collorized version of this coin with limited mintage.
Key Points:
- The first time The Rolling Stones have been honored on a UK coin
- Dated 2022 commemorating the band’s milestone 60th Anniversary
- Struck in 999.9 fine gold and finished to Proof like standard
- Features a design that includes the classic 1973 ‘The Rolling Stones’ font
- Created in partnership with The Rolling Stones
Coin Specifications:
Denomination: £100
Alloy: 999.9 Fine Gold
Diameter: 32.69 mm
Mintage: 4000 Coins
Reverse Designer: Hannah Phizacklea
Obverse Designer: Jody Clark
Pure Metal Content: 1 troy ounce
Availability
California Gold and Silver Exchange has secured this new product for purchase in store. We now have a limited quantity of Rolling Stones bullion coins available in store for purchase. Call for current pricing and availability. For more information on coins from Great Britain visit The Royal Mint’s website. Furthermore, for other items available at California Gold and Silver Exchange visit our What We Sell page or call us directly at 909-985-4653 during regular business hours.
You may find yourself with an excess of silver coins. Or, maybe you’ve been keeping an eye on the silver market prices and you’ve been waiting for the perfect time to sell your coins. Either way, how do you tell if your silver coins are valuable? If you want to be able to have an idea of how much you’ll get for your silver coins before you go to sell them, there are a few ways you can determine their value. Always talk to your CPA or Financial Advisor before making investments.
First, Figure Out if Your Coins Are Bullion or Numismatic
The type of coin you have will help to give you a more accurate idea of how much your coins are worth. Your coins will often be bullion coins or numismatic coins. If you have bullion coins, there are fewer factors that go into determining the value of the coin. This means that it will be easier to get an accurate measure of their value. Bullion coins are purely for investing since they themselves hold a numeric value. On the other hand, numismatic coins are more often collected by collectors and hobbyists.
How to Tell if Your Silver Bullion Coins are Valuable
Silver bullion coins are slightly easier to determine their worth than numismatic coins because bullion coins have a numeric value based on their weight and how much silver they contain.
Purity
Your silver coins should have a stamp on them that says 800, 900, 925, 958, or 999. This stamp will tell you how much silver is in your coin. 999 is 99.9% pure silver while 800 is 80% silver. The higher the purity, the higher the value of your silver coins.
Weight
The weight of your coins is probably one of the most accurate ways to tell if your silver coins are valuable. Since the silver market is measured by weight, you can look at the current price of silver and use that to determine your coin’s value based on how much your coins weigh. Silver is measured in troy ounces, which is a special unit of measurement for gold and silver. Troy ounces are based on 12 ounces to a pound instead of 16 ounces to a pound. One troy ounce is equal to 31.1034768 grams.
How to Tell if Your Numismatic Coins Are Valuable
Numismatic coins are collectibles, which means that there are very specific things that go into the coin’s value. While most collectors will already have an idea of what their coins are worth, people new to collecting may not know what to look for. Since you can’t simply just weigh numismatic coins, you’ll have to do a little bit of research on your coins to tell if your silver coins are valuable.
Number Minted
The number minted refers to how many coins were originally made and therefore how many are on the market. Coins with a lower mint number may be more valuable since they are rarer.
Grade and Quality
The grade or quality of your coin also plays a part in determining how much your coins are worth. Coins in better condition are often more valuable than ones that are damaged or flawed. The grade and quality of your coins is not equal to the cleanliness of your coins, and you should never clean your coins before you sell them.
Demand
Lastly, another important thing to research when figuring out if your coins are worth anything is to check their demand. Coins in high demand will be more valuable than those that are not in demand. You can easily do a quick online search to see if your coins are in demand. While you don’t ever want to sell your coins on websites like Ebay, you can use the website to see how much the coins are going for and if there is a high demand for them.
We Buy and Sell Silver Coins
We buy and sell many different kinds of silver coins. Silver coins of note that we are currently buying are:
Silver Dollar Coins
- Morgan
- Peace
- American Silver Eagle.
- Silver Eisenhower Dollars (Blue Ike or Brown Ike – however, they must be in this special set)
Wartime Silver Nickels
We buy wartime silver nickels. We buy coins in the years 1942-P and 1942-S to 1945. Wartime silver nickels look dirty and are 35% Silver.
Silver Coins We Do Not Buy
We do not buy Susan B. Anthony, Sacagawea, or Presidential Dollar Coins.
Silver Coins We Sell
We currently have a stock of 2023 Silver Britannia with Kings Charles coins for sale.
Ready to Buy or Sell?
If you are ready to buy silver coins or sell your silver coins, you can schedule an appointment with us. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any other questions.
