Rare U. S. Coins

Coin Shops:

Many shop owners are dealers that know a lot of information about coins and are selling coins too. These coin shops are a valuable place to find and gain more information about coins and coin collecting. These coin shops can be costly, though, as they are anticipating selling their coins for a profit. With enough knowledge and/or having someone who know a great deal about coin collecting at your side, you can get great prices for your coins.

Coin Shows:

There are times when your local mall will have an exhibit from several coin dealers and that will let you see all of the collections and allow you to buy some coins for a lower price due to the competition. You will probably also see several new coins that are available and suitable for your collection.

These coins shows are great not only for sellers and buyers but also for coin enthusiasts who want to see rare and hard to find coins.

Mail Orders/Web Sites:

There are thousands of dealers worldwide and most of them have websites that allow buy coins and pay for them through mail order or through any online payment system such as Paypal. You should do your research on these companies and read their terms carefully to make sure that you can get your money back when you have a problem with the coin you purchased and/or received.

For every legitimate web site, there are may be hundreds of fake web sites that are just attempting to get your money. You should always ask for feedback from previous customers before paying anybody online and remember not to give out any password or pin numbers.

Flea Markets:

It would be surprising place to find rare coins at a flea market, but stranger things have happened. These places have different ideas about pricing which is due to their lack of understanding of how a coin should be priced. You will find overpriced coins but if you are lucky you might find a rare coin somewhere in those stacks of coins that will make it worth your while.

Flea markets sellers are usually looking for a quick sell and would probably give you discounts when you buy their items in bulk. Try to buy other items and get your coins added as a bonus.

Auctions:

If you are looking to invest in really, really rare coins, the best place to go would be an auction. Auctions are the only place where you can find people selling their rarest and most expensive coins. Several of these auctions are happening online at the same time and most of the sellers are looking for the highest bidders. You must be aware and warned that some of these sellers are frauds and will not make the price you pay worthwhile. You should try to learn more about these coins and their worth before trying to buy one from an online auction.

Other Coin Collectors:

Coin collectors usually have duplicate coins that they are willing to sell for a price lower than its market value. The only problem is it is hard to find another coin collector that collects the same coins as you. The best places to look are online groups, forums and (if you have one) local groups.

Other coin collectors are the best people to turn into when you want to start your own collection. They can offer you tips, discounts and some might even be tempted to give you some of their coins to kick-start your collection.

Coin collecting is like any other investment the value will fluctuate: they may depreciate in value and/or gain value at any time. The best way to profit in coin collecting is keep updated with the news and the prices of the coins. This will not only help you in not being fooled by merchants but by learning how to price a coin even without a price list.

Coin collecting as hobby is a pleasurable activity that any person can use to create a feeling of gratification..

1909 s San Francisco Penny Great looking coin Rare Excellent Condition US $202.50 15 Bids

Junk drawer lot silver 1946 walking liberty half dollar vintage coin lot RARE US $16.50 19 Bids

XX Rare Genuine 1939 D WWII 2 Mark SILVER German Swastika 3rd Reich Coin US $14.50 10 Bids

1854 O US Silver Seated Liberty Half Dollar With Arrows at Date Nice Rare Coin US $36.66 11 Bids

RARE 1735 Dutch East India Co Copper Duit From Holland Very Nice Coin US $20.50 7 Bids

1880 CC Morgan RARE Nice Key Date Coin Very Low Mintage STUNNING COIN LK US $119.95

1932 D Washington Quarter Guaranteed GENUINE Very Low Mintage Rare PERFECT COIN US $88.85

1999 W 1 4 Ounce Proof Platinum Eagle w Box and COA RARE No Reserve US $465.00 16 Bids

Nazi silver GRADING HIGH GRADE 5 Reich mark WW II RARE BIG SWASTIKA 1938 A US $45.99 12 Bids

1899 P Morgan Silver Dollar Extra Fine Au Rare date US $80.76 16 Bids

★ 1921P PEACE SILVER DOLLAR RARE KEY DATE High Relief US Coins CC 04 ★ US $164.27 16 Bids

★ 1928P PEACE SILVER DOLLAR RARE KEY DATE US Coins CC 06 ★ US $326.00 15 Bids

X RARE 1935 A NAZI German 5 Mark COIN 90 SILVER HINDENBURG GERMANY 5 ReichsMark US $15.50 7 Bids

German States Kingdom of Prussia 1876C Silver Five Mark GREAT COIN RARE US $53.00 22 Bids

2008 W REVERSE of 2007 $1 EAGLE PCGS MS69 Rare Reverse Mount Holder US $375.00 25 Bids

RARE 1861 Indian Head Penny COPPER NICKEL An About Good Coin FREE SHIPPING US $10.00 11 Bids

1912 S LIBERTY V NICKEL RARE KEY DATE US $100.99 7 Bids

1910s Lincoln Wheat penny key date Red pre WWI coin Rare in this condition au US $13.50 12 Bids

WASHINGTON SILVER QUARTERS 1952 D 1953 90 SILVER NICE RARE COINS US $9.28 7 Bids

1857 Flying Eagle Cent VF penny Rare type coin estate old money collection 1c US $42.00 22 Bids

1830 SMALL O Capped Bust Half Dollar EF XF Rare coin old money high grade 90 US $136.00 15 Bids

1800 Draped Bust Large Cent Rare US $15.50 7 Bids

1885 INDIAN HEAD CENT PENNY A5551 A GOOD RARE SEMI KEY DATE COIN US $8.00 13 Bids

NICE RARE 1909 Indian Head Penny A Good Coin FINAL YEAR OF THE INDIAN US $5.01 13 Bids

RARE 1800 179 DRAPED BUST LARGE CENT GOOD DETAIL SEGS Graded VG 10 US $32.58 7 Bids

XX RARE 1938 B German 2 Mark SILVER COIN NAZI SWASTIKA GENUINE 3rd REICH GERMANY US $11.50 11 Bids

1817 Capped Bust Half Dollar PCGS XF45 rare type coin money estate collection US $330.00 26 Bids

OLD UNSEARCHED PENNY ROLL W RARE 1909VDB REDDISH 1906 INDIAN HEAD CENTS US $12.00 9 Bids

1938 D Liberty Walking Half Dollar RARE Key Date plus Two Mercury Dimes BU GEM US $51.01 16 Bids

1934 S Morgan Silver Dollar RARE Mint Mark US $25.00 12 Bids

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With unemployment rising, tight credit markets, housing foreclosures and general economic malaise, it is little wonder that activity in the rare U.S. coins collecting market is declining. The state of the economy creates a condition of uncertainty at both the macro and micro levels of the economy. People are generally conserving their cash resources and waiting for evidence that the economy is improving before resuming their collecting and trading of rare U.S. coins. The question, of course is this: how long before we see the wider economy turn for the better?

Another indicator within the rare U.S. coins market is the activity of dealers. Dealers are traveling less and report diminished retail and wholesale activity. There is a lack of fresh offerings for sale especially those more desirable ‘A’ and ‘B’ type coins certified CAC (Certified Acceptance Corporation). Rather we see an abundance of ‘C’ and ‘D’ graded coins, which are less viable as collector items for both dealers and collectors. It has been observed that dealers are using the internet to clear their holdings of ‘C’ and ‘D’ class rare U.S. coins at a discount. However it is important to bear in mind, that collecting or investing in those classes of coins is not advisable. Quality is the key and the ‘eye appeal’ is the benchmark to follow.

Other indicators of slowing market activity for rare U.S. coins, is the buying and selling trends of collectors. There is evidence that collectors are curbing their buying patterns and in many cases are offloading some of their holdings from their portfolio. However history tells us that in any market condition, some will make bank, while others will not. For example, the current market condition, where supply ranks over demand, means that those with surplus cash can find bargains in the market, and add to their portfolios.

For those with buying power for adding to their rare U.S. coin holdings it is important to follow the principle of only buying ‘quality’. Quality and value are linked. For example, value is determined by quality, supply, and demand. In a receding market, inferior items, namely the ‘C / D’ grade coins are in less demand, while ‘A / B’ grade coins still command demand. Quality and value will prevail, but sellers need to be flexible on price setting in order to entice conservative buyers in the current economic cycle.

So, as noted above, the current economic downturn is both a curse and a blessing. A curse for those collectors with limited cash reserves, while a potential blessing for those with strong cash reserves. In short, the current times present excellent buying opportunities especially for ‘A / B’ grade coins. For those collectors who do not have the spare cash, do your best to hold onto your coin assets. Despite speculations, the turning of the current cycle is unknown. But what known is that the economy does more in cycles, and if history is our guide, the rare coin market will recover again in the future.

According to some reports, there are some sections of the rare coin market that are faring better than others. For example, early copper items appear to be holding their value. Morgan dollars, especially common dated, and the early commemoratives are declining in market terms. Similarly slow performance is evident for Indian Head Cents and Lincoln Cents. Most early ‘A / B’ type items continue to hold their trading value mainly due to the scarcity factor. These examples offer interesting buying opportunities.

In light of the above, what might be a good plan for rare coin collectors and investors in this current down cycle? It is a simple strategy, buy ‘A / B’ grade coins with an element of rarity. Coins with this profile will always hold their value in a down market and appreciate in value when the market cycle turns. And direct your research efforts finding items with the ‘CAC’ certification.

The collectible and rare U.S. coin market has proven to be stronger than most other investment asset classes. However, as history shows, ‘all boats rise / fall with the tide’. This means that although the collectible and rare coin market has outperformed other investments in recent times, it cannot be immune from pressures from the wider market sentiments.

So to recap:

• Do your best to hold your rare coin assets;
• If in buying mode, look for most early ‘A / B’ rare type pieces
• Focus on rare coins that carry the ‘CAC’ certification

Despite the trends for noted above, eBay is one of the more active marketplaces for rare U.S. coin collectors and investors. Here are some examples of popular high bid pieces.

Here is a sample of available popular U.S. coins selling at eBay.

1909 s San Francisco Penny Great looking coin Rare Excellent Condition US $202.50 15 Bids

Junk drawer lot silver 1946 walking liberty half dollar vintage coin lot RARE US $16.50 19 Bids

XX Rare Genuine 1939 D WWII 2 Mark SILVER German Swastika 3rd Reich Coin US $14.50 10 Bids

1854 O US Silver Seated Liberty Half Dollar With Arrows at Date Nice Rare Coin US $36.66 11 Bids

RARE 1735 Dutch East India Co Copper Duit From Holland Very Nice Coin US $20.50 7 Bids

1880 CC Morgan RARE Nice Key Date Coin Very Low Mintage STUNNING COIN LK US $119.95

1932 D Washington Quarter Guaranteed GENUINE Very Low Mintage Rare PERFECT COIN US $88.85

1999 W 1 4 Ounce Proof Platinum Eagle w Box and COA RARE No Reserve US $465.00 16 Bids

Nazi silver GRADING HIGH GRADE 5 Reich mark WW II RARE BIG SWASTIKA 1938 A US $45.99 12 Bids

1899 P Morgan Silver Dollar Extra Fine Au Rare date US $80.76 16 Bids

★ 1921P PEACE SILVER DOLLAR RARE KEY DATE High Relief US Coins CC 04 ★ US $164.27 16 Bids

★ 1928P PEACE SILVER DOLLAR RARE KEY DATE US Coins CC 06 ★ US $326.00 15 Bids

X RARE 1935 A NAZI German 5 Mark COIN 90 SILVER HINDENBURG GERMANY 5 ReichsMark US $15.50 7 Bids

German States Kingdom of Prussia 1876C Silver Five Mark GREAT COIN RARE US $53.00 22 Bids

2008 W REVERSE of 2007 $1 EAGLE PCGS MS69 Rare Reverse Mount Holder US $375.00 25 Bids

RARE 1861 Indian Head Penny COPPER NICKEL An About Good Coin FREE SHIPPING US $10.00 11 Bids

1912 S LIBERTY V NICKEL RARE KEY DATE US $100.99 7 Bids

1910s Lincoln Wheat penny key date Red pre WWI coin Rare in this condition au US $13.50 12 Bids

WASHINGTON SILVER QUARTERS 1952 D 1953 90 SILVER NICE RARE COINS US $9.28 7 Bids

1857 Flying Eagle Cent VF penny Rare type coin estate old money collection 1c US $42.00 22 Bids

1830 SMALL O Capped Bust Half Dollar EF XF Rare coin old money high grade 90 US $136.00 15 Bids

1800 Draped Bust Large Cent Rare US $15.50 7 Bids

1885 INDIAN HEAD CENT PENNY A5551 A GOOD RARE SEMI KEY DATE COIN US $8.00 13 Bids

NICE RARE 1909 Indian Head Penny A Good Coin FINAL YEAR OF THE INDIAN US $5.01 13 Bids

RARE 1800 179 DRAPED BUST LARGE CENT GOOD DETAIL SEGS Graded VG 10 US $32.58 7 Bids

XX RARE 1938 B German 2 Mark SILVER COIN NAZI SWASTIKA GENUINE 3rd REICH GERMANY US $11.50 11 Bids

1817 Capped Bust Half Dollar PCGS XF45 rare type coin money estate collection US $330.00 26 Bids

OLD UNSEARCHED PENNY ROLL W RARE 1909VDB REDDISH 1906 INDIAN HEAD CENTS US $12.00 9 Bids

1938 D Liberty Walking Half Dollar RARE Key Date plus Two Mercury Dimes BU GEM US $51.01 16 Bids

1934 S Morgan Silver Dollar RARE Mint Mark US $25.00 12 Bids

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