Introduction to Vintage Coins

 
 

Introduction to Vintage Coins

There’s no shortage of modern coins to choose from today. However, vintage U.S. coins, or commonly known as classic U.S. coins, still hold plenty of appeal and offer some qualities that modern coins do not. Here, we’ll take a closer look at vintage coins and some basic information about them. Definition of Classic Coins Perspective may vary as to … Continued

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What are Shooting Thalers?

While Swiss Shooting Thaler coins may not be well known among collectors, those who do collect them hold them in the highest regard. Find out what is so exciting about these coins, and what is available right now! Shooting Festival Thalers Swiss Shooting Thalers (pronounced as if the “t” in “taller” were replaced with “th”) are commemorative … Continued

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History of Gold & Silver Coins

Imagine for a moment that you’re an ancient farmer with a bag of barley, and you need goat skins for a new tent. Your trip to the market could be quite a challenge. You’ll find a goat herder who wants barley if you’re lucky. But what if the goat herder needs a clay vessel? You … Continued

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An Overview of Vintage Coin Types

There are many U.S. coins that fall into the vintage or classic category. This entry will cover some of the types that you’re most likely to see. Half Cent The half-cent has not been minted for many years at this point, but it has the lowest denomination of any U.S. coin. Half cents were struck … Continued

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Vintage Coin Grading

For collectors that enter the hobby with a focus on modern coins, the grades of certified vintage coins, commonly referred to as classic coins, may seem low. While it is true that vintage coins often receive lower numeric grades when they are certified, it’s important to keep a few facts in mind. Grading of Vintage Coins … Continued

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