i have a few coins.. how would i go about their identification and value?

6 Responses to “i have a few coins.. how would i go about their identification and value?”

1. crzyldy3 says:

   May 9, 2010 at 4:43 am

   I have a couple really old coins too, like from 1897, that I’d like to find the value on. Closest thing I’ve been able to come up with so far is checking the going rate on ebay.
2. mastrgamr92 says:

   May 9, 2010 at 4:43 am

   I havent looked into this but maybe this website will help. (http://coins.thefuntimesguide.com/2005/08/rare_coins_us.php)
   From most of the coins you listed i can already tell they are worth what is enscribed on the coin. the others im not sure
3. BDOLE says:

   May 9, 2010 at 4:43 am

   The majority of your coins are simply international coins with little value.

   The first is Greek Drachma, which is obsolete, no longer usable as money. The value right now is relatively low, particularly due to the relative newness of the coin.

   Next are Irish coins, although I don’t know which region. Regardless, Ireland is on the Euro now too, so they’re not legal currency.

   The canadian pennies you have are worth pretty much that. One penny, in Canada. Which translates to about the same in US dollars.

   The Bahamas coin is based on the value of the US dollar, so whatever value is printed on it.

   The Barbados coin is worth about 12 cents in USD on face value.

   Mercury head dimes, and "silver" coins from before 1964 do contain silver, the value depends on the rate of silver and the condition of the coin. That fluctuates dependong on demand as well.

   Your "NEW PENNY", I honestly don’t know.

   Your Panama coin is, I believe, a quarter, and roughly equal to that in US currency.

   Bermuda 5 cents, the currency exchanges equivalent to USD.

   One Argentinan centavo is worth less than one US penny.

   East Caribbean States, I’m not sure, but it likely converts equal to USD as well, similar to many Caribbean nations.

   Your 1 peso Phillipines coin is worth about 2.5 US cents

   The 25 cent Netherlands coin is obsolete, replaced by the Euro, and quite recent.

   Now, aside from currency conversions, not many of these coins appear valuable due to recent years. You should find a coin dealer who is registered with the American Numismatic Association, and inquire there. I can suggest to you right now that most of those coins are not exceptionally valuable, unless there is a particularly rare one in there I’m not noticing.

   Your mercury head dimes and silver coins are the most likely to hold value, depending on the condition they are in. However, the mercury head dimes, unless they are in pristine collector’s condition, never spent, are likely to be worth only $1-10 depending, unless the 1942 one is of a particularly rare error with the "2" over the "1".

   Sorry to say, your collection is rather interesting, but generally of little value. It wouldn’t hurt to bring in the mercury head dimes, the 1959 dime and 1964 quarter, but it might be a waste of time.
4. No Justice says:

   May 9, 2010 at 4:43 am

   Well really, it’s called E-bay man. But if these coins are older, you can get a lot of money for them. Coin collectors all over the nation and world wojld go crazy for those coins. Really you should try to go online and find a site where people who collect coins eitheir chat, or maybe post pictures of their own coins and see if they can help you with pricing.
5. Blue T says:

   May 9, 2010 at 4:43 am

   50 Drachma - Greek

   10 Drachma - Greek

   Eire means it comes from Ireland

   The one with the bird on it is a bicentennial penny.

   Your silver dimes both mercury and regular are worth at least $1.00 in silver value alone. Depending on condition and mintmarks they could be worth more.

   Quarter is also silver and would be worth more than a dollar in silver alone. Again, value depends on mints and condition.

   The New Pennies are British

   The piso is from the Philipines

   The 25ct is from the Netherlands

   The 10 pfennig is from Germany.

   The 2001 Euro 5 cent sounds like the one from France

   The 2002 Euro is from Italy

   Really need to see a picture on that last one. The description is confusing.

   As to value:

   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.
6. >>007<< says:

   May 9, 2010 at 4:43 am

   ?