Best Way To Obtain Value Of US Coins

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sorry for your loss.
first thing to do is find a place to start, like Lincoln cents, then a little bit of research on what are the 'Key' coins. once you have that list, separate them to date and mint. if you find any key dates along the way set them aside to look at later, continue until all coins are separated. At that point, study up on each year for known errors, and search away..

Make a list of what coins are in the bags.

US 90% silver coins were produced in 1964 and prior. Dimes/Quarters/Half dollars have a dual value - numismatic (rarity and condition) AND a silver bullion value.

40% US silver coins are in the same category.

Buffalo nickels WITH dates command a higher premium for common dates than "no date" Buffalo nickels.

Lincoln WHEAT cents (two wheat ears on the reverse), minted between 1909 and 1958, command a slight premium over face value - generally, 3 to 6 cents per coin, again, depending on condition. Of course, some dates and mintmarks have a numismatic value as well.

Whatever you do, do NOT take to the local pawn or coin shop until you figure out what you have.


Pictures would help you on this site.

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Hi.my first post, I hope this is correct place. I am new to this but checking ebay does not seem like a way to get true values for coins to me. Or the prices correct and I'm missing something. please advise me and thank you.

@Ddot.... In regards to "true value", (something) is only worth what someone is willing to pay (for that specific item) on any given day. My opinion, ebay sold values is a more accurate way to obtain actual price/value vs. retail markup.

To check sold listings on ebay, do a search for a particular coin. Then click on the link at the upper right titled "advanced" link next to Search. Ensure that the title in the search bar matches what you are researching. then check the box for "sold items" and click Search.