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Do you want to get into coin collecting?

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Some of themost expensivecoins ever sold at auction were minted in the U.S., many within the past century.

You might still find them in circulation, or even in your parents or grandparents attics.

What Makes a Coin Valuable?

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Condition also influences a coins value.

Collectors are willing to pay a premium for coins that remain as close to their original state as possible.

Coins made of silver or gold might sell for more than their face value due to the material itself.

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Its crucial to ensure authenticity before purchasing any coins.

Always know how much a specific coin in that condition should be worth before handing over the cash.

Slight differences in minting or condition can make a coin either worth thousands of dollars, or relatively worthless.

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