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Questions about coins and currency? Have them answered by Marc Rosner, a true numismatist! [NOTE: Due to the exploding craze in errors and many related misleading postings on the Internet, we respectfully ask that before you inquire about modern varieties, you kindly read through our existing Q & A's, to rule out the kind of damage or wear we have already addressed.]

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Q. I have some coins I'd like to get some info on and I have submitted one to you online to look at. How much do you charge to look at the other coins and the fancy serial number 1 dollar bill I have? Part of what I am wondering is if I should have any of the coins or the dollar graded professionally or not? Thank you for your time and any advice you can give.

Save your pennies for now. Though I'm viewed by many who don't read my FAQs as mean and cruel, you are being polite and humble. I answered your question and invite you to submit the others, one or two pieces at a time. I would hate for you to spend more on certification fees than your specimens are worth, so will tell you what I can. --Marc

Q. I have a 1964 Lincoln d mint penny with a clipped planchet what makes it a thousand dollar coin versus a 10 dollar coin

Jay, it was barely even a $10 coin. Clipped planchets are among the more common errors. I guess if people believe all the things from the Internet it took them to believe to get Donald Trump into office, they can also believe a few fantastical things about their coins.

Q. I came in possession of a trunk with hundreds of rolls of pennies with multiple rolls of almost every year from 1910 to 1955. The rolls all have that copper oxidation. Should I sell as is or clean before selling?If cleaning is vinegar and baking soda the best option?

Any attempt at cleaning copper by the untrained is certain to destroy. Where are you located?

Q. I have 4 Presidential Coins, 3 2007 P George Washington's, and 1 2009 P James K. Polk in which the edge lettering is reversed from the others. Is this a significant error?

We aren't addressing modern "errors" anymore.

Q. Hi. I have previously submitted a photo of a coin and haven't had any response? Kind regards Cowin

Traveling thru Sunday. Daughter graduating college after two years Covid postponement. Woo hoo! Will answer ASAP.

Q. I have a few magnetic coins some Canada,germany and cayman island is there any value

Not much to speak of!

Q. Dear Sir, I seek an online appraisal/estimate on common U.S. and Canadian gold coins. Vintage are in circulated/fair condition. None are rarities. There are 8 $20 pieces from 1910-1920, 2 modern $10 bullion coins, 3 modern $5 bullion coins, 3 $2.5 pieces from 1906-1909, and a $3 piece dated 1874. There are also 3 contemporary Canadian $50, 1 oz. maple leaf coins. In a separate lot, there are 49 common circulated Morgan and Peace Dollars, 3x 1 oz. bars of silver, and 127 circulated silver Mercury and Roosevelt dimes. I seek a statement on what you would expect a dealer to pay for such lots as of 15MAY22. Kindly advise your fee in such case. Best Regards, Bill Cronenberg

We offer complimentary appraisals for one or two pieces. You have a large group of valuable gold. To do this properly, you should come in. Your $20 pices alone are worth about $1,700 each. How can we reach you to schedule a proper consultation?

Q. Hi, I found a 2003 D nickel that weighs 4.93 grams instead of the normal 5.0.. Did I come across something unusual?? Thx

No. That's so close it could be die to circulation wear, or balance inaccuracy.

Q. I have quite a few coins was wondering if u can help me out if they're worth anything I have tokens 72 penny 82dsm date wheat pennies and more a a handful of qrtrs from 60s- 83. Can I just send detailed pics of whole collection

If you go to the top of our home page at hvcoins.com, you can click on "what it's worth" and "recent questions" to read all about common coins you are likely to find in change, and what it really means to find an "error coin."

Q. Hello, I have a wheat penny that has a misprint, and I am trying to find out any information on it. It has the mint mark "s" in place of one of the numbers within the date. I looked at it with a microscope, and it is clear as day. It is definitely a misprint and not from wear and tear. What could the value of this coin be? Also, what should I do with it?

The US mints cents not pennies. And they are struck not stamped or printed. It is apparent from your message that you want to believe what you want to believe and there's nothing I can say to dissuade you. Also, I recall you already submitted this and we already said we don't think it's worth very much. Since my opinion doesn't seem to be held in very high regard in this matter maybe you want to pay $40 to get it certified. That should settle at once and for all. 3 experts will render an opinion...