Tagged: X-Liberty Head / “V” Nickels
Explore Liberty Head (“V” nickels) from 1883–1913! See current market values, rare key dates, grading tips, and valuable mint errors worth looking for today!
First-Year Coins: Why The First Coin In A Coin Series Is Popular
The first coin of any coin series is always among the most collected, so it's no surprise that first-year coins are tops on many coin collectors' want lists!
Fun Facts About The Denver Mint, The “D” Mintmark On Coins, And Rare Denver Coins Worth Money!
See which coins have been made at the Denver Mint since 1906. And how to tell if a coin was made at the Denver Mint (in Colorado) versus the Dahlonega Mint (in Georgia) -- which both use a "D" mintmark. Also, a list of the rarest and most valuable coins from the Denver Mint. And what to expect from a Denver Mint tour.
The Controversy Behind The No-CENTS 1883 V Nickel (Like Other Racketeer Coins, The 1883 Nickel Has An Interesting Story… Or Two!)
Some little-known facts about the no-cents Liberty V nickel. This 1883 nickel has quite a story to tell! See why it's often called the Racketeer nickel, and one possible explanation for how the phrase 'joshing you' came to be!
Half Dime Coin Values, Facts & Tips For Collecting Half-Dimes From 1794 To 1873 (Similar To Nickels, Both Are 5-Cent Coins)
The half dime and the nickel may sound like different types of coins, but they are both U.S. 5-cent coins, and both have many interesting designs. See half dime and nickel similarities & differences. Plus the current value of half dimes, tips for collecting them, and how to save money when buying a half dime coin.
Grading Nickels: How To Determine The Grade Of A U.S. Nickel
Grading U.S. Nickels: How to determine the grade (condition) of circulated nickels -- Jefferson nickels, Liberty Head nickels (also called V nickels), and Buffalo nickels.
Top 10 Famous Coin Collectors: A Look at Celebrity Numismatists
Have you ever wondered what famous coin collectors you share your hobby with? Check out this list of 10 luminaries that have enjoyed coin collecting as one of their pastimes.
Lady Liberty Coin Facts – The Many Faces Of Miss Liberty On U.S. Coins And The Current Value Of Those Coins
Throughout the entire history of U.S. coins, Lady Liberty has been featured on some of the most popular ones. Here are examples of several coins featuring Miss Liberty and their current values. You'll get a good feel for how each Lady Liberty coin has evolved and changed from the ones before it.
Off-Center Error Coins: Are They Rare and How Much Are They Worth?
Off-center coins are rare... but not impossible to find! See photo examples of off-center error coins + The value of off-center coins, based on percent off-center.
All Barber Coin Values (Liberty Head Nickels Thru Half Dollars From 1892 To 1916)
Charles E. Barber was a noted coin designer who gained widespread recognition for his depictions of Liberty on many of the coins. His Liberty Head designs for the dime, quarter and half dollar were so popular that they were usually called Barber coins rather than Liberty Head coins! However, the Barber nickel was usually called a Liberty Head nickel instead. Barber coins were struck from 1892 to 1916. See the value of Barber coins and Liberty Head nickels in this helpful Barber Coins Guide.
The Value Of Old Coins Found In Pocket Change (Old Pennies, Quarters, Silver Dollars & Other Coins From The 1900s)
Got old coins? They're still easy to find in your pocket change. What's an old coin's value today? I'll show you how to find the value of old coins that you have -- just use this comprehensive list for coins made between 1900 and 2000.
Collecting Coins When You’re On A Budget: 8 Fun Ways To Collect Coins For Face Value (…Or For Free!)
Do you realize that you can collect coins for face value or less -- even free? You can. I've been doing it for years. Here are 8 easy, fun (and legal) ways to find coins for virtually nothing!
5 Reasons To Start Collecting Coins Now
There's never been a better time to begin coin collecting as a hobby. I've been collecting coins since 1992, and I'm going to share with you the reasons I think you'll enjoy it too.