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What are your rare U.S. coins from 1792 to present worth? Check values, track scarce key dates, and learn how to identify rare mint errors hiding in your pocket change!

The coin I "lost" - a 1799 Draped Bust silver dollar. photo by Joshua at The Fun Times Guide

Buying Back The Coin I Lost: One Coin Collector’s Story Of Seller’s Remorse

Coin collectors always have a story about the coin they lost, coins that they either once had but sold and wish they had back, or coins they saw for sale but passed up because they were looking for a better deal – or simply couldn’t afford the coin. I have had a similar experience.

Old Lincoln Cents You Can Still Find In Pocket Change

Collecting old Lincoln cents from pocket change is still possible and a fun way to build a coin collection!

Small Cents vs. Large Cents: History Of The Most Popular U.S. Penny (The Small Cent) + Rare Dates

The small cent penny was first minted in 1856 and includes a number of designs and rare dates that'll make any coin collector eager to collect this dynamic denomination. The first small cent US penny was the Flying Eagle cent (1856-1858), then came the Indian Head cent (1859-1909), and finally the Lincoln cent (1909-present). Yes, our current U.S. penny is a small cent coin. They're called small cents because Large Cent pennies with a larger diameter came before them (1793-1857).

5 Good Movies Featuring Coins & Coin Collections

Check out these 5 great movies featuring coins and coin collections.

Rare Bust Dime Values: See The Value Of Draped Bust Dimes And Capped Bust Dimes From 1796 To 1837

The Bust dime was the first dime ever to be officially made in the United States in a mass scale for circulation. Today, the dime remains an important player in commerce.

Bust Quarter Value: See How Much Draped & Capped Bust Quarters From 1796 To 1838 Are Worth

The Bust quarter was made from 1796 through 1838 and was the first design ever used on the United States quarter.

Find Out Who Once Had The Only Complete Collection Of United States Coins!

Did you know that a complete collection of United States coin was once made? Find out who did it and what it took to collect every regular-issue U.S. coin ever made!

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5 Amazing Videos Of Coin Errors You’ve Gotta See To Believe

Check out these 5 amazing videos of coin errors that you have to see to believe.

The First United States Quarters: History Of Our Quarter Dollar Coin

The first U.S. quarters were made in 1796. Since then, the quarter has become one of the most important coins in circulation.

Tips For Collecting Walking Liberty Half Dollars + Little-Known Facts About Walking Liberty Halves

Walking Liberty half dollars, minted from 1916 to 1947, are often considered among the most beautiful coins in the world. Here are my best tips for collecting Walking Liberty half dollars (also known as Walker halves or Walking halves), including 6 ways to collect Walking Liberty half dollars that you probably haven't thought of!

What Are Fantasy Coins? Here’s Everything You Want To Know…

What are fantasy coins? That largely depends who you're talking to. However, fantasy coins commonly refer to coins that have been created to replicate coins that could have been made but never were.

U.S. Twenty Cent Coin Guide: See How Much 20-Cent Coins From 1875 To 1878 Are Worth

The twenty cent coin was made from 1875 through 1878. Though unpopular at the time, the 20-cent piece has since become a popular coin among many coin collectors. See all 20-cent coin values here.

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