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So I'll start by saying I'm not a coin collector. When I was a child there was this craze about collecting US quarters with the states on the back and I collected them with my grandfather (its a really fond memory) but that's about it. Anyway, when my grandfather passed, he left me some coins. I'm not planning on selling them (they're too sentimental), but I would at least like to know their names and if they're worth much. Also does the year matter? I have the silver dollar(?) from 1797,1798,1799,and 1801 and the half dollar from 1807, 1809, 1811, 1813, 1826, 1829, and 1834. All are similar quality to the ones pictured.   Edited by Stargirl1180
06/20/2022 5:18 pm
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Bedrock of the Community
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The coins you have shown look really valuable. If you can, show one coin - both sides - for each topic/thread. The 1797 draped bust dollar should have a small eagle reverse with no shield and is worth thousands. Your later date draped bust dollars should have the heraldic eagle behind a shield and may also be worth thousands each depending on condition. The 1807 is a first year Capped Bust half dollar and is worth hundreds. The other half dollars you listed should be Capped Bust half dollars and value will depend on condition, but from what you have shown it seems like your grandfather was a knowledgeable collector that knew how to select fine coins. Congratulations on the generous bequest and sorry for your grandfather's passing.  IN NECESSARIIS UNITAS - IN DUBIIS LIBERTAS - IN OMNIBUS CARITAS THE MAN IN THE ARENA, Theodore Roosevelt at the Sorbonne Paris on April 23, 1910: " It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles or where the doer of deeds could have done better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood, who strives valiantly, who errs and comes up short again and again, because there is no effort without error or shortcoming, but who knows the great enthusiasms, the great devotions, who spends himself in a worthy cause; who, at the best, knows, in the end, the triumph of high achievement, and who, at the worst, if he fails, at least he fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who knew neither victory nor defeat." My coin website: https://fairfaxcoins.comEdited by numismatic student
06/20/2022 01:06 am
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@star, first welcome to CCF. Second, yes the year does matter (and the condition). Absolutely do not clean anything, especially until you have a better idea of what you have there.
"If you climb a good tree, you get a push."
-----Ghanaian proverb
"The danger we all now face is distinguishing between what is authentic and what is performed."
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Bedrock of the Community
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Yes, do not remove the coins from the protective holders and be careful handling them as they are relatively heavy. Dropping them or having the coins come in contact with one another may mark them or damage them. Not sure if the staples on the cardboard have been flattened from the picture but those staples can scratch the coins even through the plastic film on the holder. Be careful that the coins do not come in contact with one another or otherwise bang into things or each other.
IN NECESSARIIS UNITAS - IN DUBIIS LIBERTAS - IN OMNIBUS CARITAS THE MAN IN THE ARENA, Theodore Roosevelt at the Sorbonne Paris on April 23, 1910: " It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles or where the doer of deeds could have done better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood, who strives valiantly, who errs and comes up short again and again, because there is no effort without error or shortcoming, but who knows the great enthusiasms, the great devotions, who spends himself in a worthy cause; who, at the best, knows, in the end, the triumph of high achievement, and who, at the worst, if he fails, at least he fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who knew neither victory nor defeat." My coin website: https://fairfaxcoins.comEdited by numismatic student
06/20/2022 01:12 am
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Here's the back of the silver dollar.  |
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New Member
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And the half dollar...  |
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Bedrock of the Community
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Yes, the reverses are as expected. I can see that the staples aren't flattened so be careful that those staples don't come in contact with the surfaces of your other coins. That damage, if it happens, will affect the value of the coins adversely. Granpa had good taste and left you a valuable legacy.
IN NECESSARIIS UNITAS - IN DUBIIS LIBERTAS - IN OMNIBUS CARITAS THE MAN IN THE ARENA, Theodore Roosevelt at the Sorbonne Paris on April 23, 1910: " It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles or where the doer of deeds could have done better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood, who strives valiantly, who errs and comes up short again and again, because there is no effort without error or shortcoming, but who knows the great enthusiasms, the great devotions, who spends himself in a worthy cause; who, at the best, knows, in the end, the triumph of high achievement, and who, at the worst, if he fails, at least he fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who knew neither victory nor defeat." My coin website: https://fairfaxcoins.com |
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Bedrock of the Community
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The 1797 draped bust dollar is the 10x6 stars variety and grades about very fine 30. It is worth about $6,000-7,000 and can bring more in the right setting. It is very original and in demand by collectors. The 1807 Capped Bust half dollar is the more desirable small stars variety and also grades about vf30 with a weak strike on the eagle. The bust half is worth about $1,200. Also very original and in demand by collectors. IN NECESSARIIS UNITAS - IN DUBIIS LIBERTAS - IN OMNIBUS CARITAS THE MAN IN THE ARENA, Theodore Roosevelt at the Sorbonne Paris on April 23, 1910: " It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles or where the doer of deeds could have done better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood, who strives valiantly, who errs and comes up short again and again, because there is no effort without error or shortcoming, but who knows the great enthusiasms, the great devotions, who spends himself in a worthy cause; who, at the best, knows, in the end, the triumph of high achievement, and who, at the worst, if he fails, at least he fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who knew neither victory nor defeat." My coin website: https://fairfaxcoins.com |
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Bedrock of the Community
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I have the silver dollar from 1797,1798,1799,and 1801
and the half dollar from 1807, 1810, 1811, 1813, 1822, 1823, 1829, and 1831. As noted above the silver dollars in particular are very valuable. They are Draped Bust Silver Dollars. The half dollars are also valuable coins depending on condition and variety. They are Capped Bust half dollars. The good news is the two you posted pictures of appear absolutely genuine. Can you post pics of the others? |
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United States
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Looking forward to seeing the others. These are choice for the grade and appear to be genuine. These are very special coins and are to be handled with care as others have stated. And I'll say it again. Please do not attempt to clean the coins in any way.
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to CCF. This is about the best thread I have read from a new member in a long time. Those are great coins. As noted,be very careful handling them.I personally would take them out of the holders (very very carefully) before taking photos of each one front and back and starting a thread on them individually. The old holders look like they need replacing anyways.You may want to get them graded/slabbed by PCGS. John1  |
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Yes, agree with all above. Very, very nice coins. As you learn more, consider having some (or all perhaps) evaluated and graded by a reputable third part grading service. Just fantastic.
Since you're in the greater Los Angeles area, you might want to drop into an established/respected coin shop and have a conversation about what you may have with the owner--take along a few good photos. Suggest not lugging all of them around town, over fear of robbery/vehicle break-in. Determine if your current insurance has them covered in case of loss.
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06/20/2022 07:31 am
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Bedrock of the Community
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sorry for your loss. your grandfather left you a great legacy. I agree with John1. you want to put these in a better holder and they should be sent to PCGS for grading. it could be a little costly do to the values but based on these 2 your entire collection could be in the 10's of thousands. the great thing about them is grandfather did not attempt to clean them in any way.  when you remove the coins do not touch the face of them. only handle by the rims. take photos before putting them in their new holder and post them here one per thread so CCF members can provide an assessment for you. individuals here may be able to tell you if they are worth the additional cost of having them conserved at the same time |
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Valued Member
United States
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Wow, didn't expect such nice coins. I thought it'd be something from National Collectors Mint or something. Those are tasty. I don't have any.
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Valued Member
United States
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Awesome coins! I'm jealous. Your grandpa must have been a great man. I agree with John1, you should "Protect your legacy" and send them to a TPG like PCGS or NGC. If you ever pass them on, the holders would keep them safe(r) from descendants who don't know how to properly handle coins. |
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You can find countless tutorials on how to submit to TPGs on YouTube and many other places on the internet.
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