Tagged: Error Coins
A coin ERROR results when just one, two, or a FEW coins were struck incorrectly due to a mishap that took place at that exact moment on the coin press. Errors include major and minor oddities that were caused by human OR mechanical mistakes at the U.S. Mint — they entered circulation that way and are relatively few in number. A coin VARIETY results when LOTS of coins in a row were struck incorrectly due to the die itself striking every coin the same way on the coin press. Varieties are minor oddities that were caused by mechanical mistakes at the U.S. Mint – and they may have been replicated thousands of times. These articles cover known U.S. coin errors & varieties, how to determine a true error coin from a fake one, the most valuable errors to look for, and how to spot new errors on coins — because they’re being discovered all the time!
Valuable Buffalo Nickel Errors & Varieties (Including 3-Legged Buffalo Nickels & Doubled Die Indian Head Nickels!)
How to tell if you have a rare Buffalo nickel with an error or variety! A list of the most valuable Buffalo nickel errors - including the rare 1936 and 1937 3 legged buffalo nickels. See the current Buffalo nickel value for all errors and varieties.
12 Rare Jefferson Nickel Errors To Look For (Including 1943 Doubled Die, 1954-S S Over D, And 1971 No-S Nickels)
There are lots of Jefferson Nickel errors and varieties that are worth a lot of money. Many are quite rare too! Here's a list of the most valuable Jefferson nickel errors and varieties -- along with their values and tips for finding these rare coins in your loose change!
Coin Roll Hunting Nickels: What To Look For When Searching Nickel Rolls
As a coin collector for the past 35+ years, nickel coin roll hunting is a hobby of mine. Here's a list of all the U.S. nickels you should be looking for in rolls. (Liberty nickels, Buffalo nickels, and certain Jefferson nickels).
Dime Coin Roll Hunting: What To Look For In Rolls Of Dimes
Dime Roll Hunting 101 - Wondering which dimes to look for coin roll hunting? Here's a list of all the U.S. dimes that could be found in dime rolls today.
Which U.S. Coin Price Guide Is The Best? (Red Book vs. Blue Book)
There are several coin price guides out there, but I mostly use the official Red Book. Tips to help you choose the right price guide for your needs.
Coin Microscope: It Can Be Worth The Cost To See All The Details
When should you buy a coin microscope? And when can you use a 5X magnifying glass or a 10X coin loupe? Here's the scoop!
Coin Collecting Magnifiers: How To Choose The Best Magnifying Glass For Coins!
As an avid coin collector since 1992, I've been through my share of coin loupe magnifiers, and I want to share with you what the best magnifying glass for coins is -- and why you really need one.
5 Popular Wheat Penny Error Coins To Look For
Here are 5 Lincoln wheat penny error coins that are always popular among coin collectors. Do you have any of these rare and valuable wheat pennies?
Doubled Die Coins: The Valuable U.S. Mint Error You Should Be Looking For!
Doubled die coins are often rare and always exciting to own. Find out how doubled dies are made and see if you have a doubled die coin just waiting to be discovered in your collection, pocket change, or coin jar!
Have Error Coins? How To Tell A Normal Coin OR An Altered Coin From A Real Coin Error
Your weird looking coins might be error coins! Here's how to tell what's a legit error coin from the U.S. Mint (like the rare 1990 penny, valuable doubled die coins, and bubbled coins) and what's only an altered coin or damaged coin (like two-headed coins, colorized coins, gold-plated coins, really small coins, really large coins, coins with odd rims and edges, dimes & quarters without edge grooves).
A Mule Coin Makes A Fascinating Treasure For Error Coin Collectors!
A mule coin is an error coin that has two designs not intended to be on the same coin. It has an obverse (heads side) design and a reverse (tails side) design that wouldn't ordinarily go together on the same coin. See the most famous mule error coins!
Rare Error Coins Worth Money: A Complete List For Collectors (By Denomination)
A List Of More Than 100 U.S. Error Coins By Denomination - see all of the pennies, nickels, dimes, quarters, half dollars, and dollar coins with errors you should be looking for!