Junk Silver Below-Melt Deals and What to Consider Before Buying
Multiple reputable dealers are advertising 90% coin lots ($100 face bags of quarters or mixed face) at prices below the melt value, with additional offers at spot price.
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Junk Silver: What You Need to Know About 90% Silver Coins
Many people don’t know that they could be sitting on cash when it comes to their old coins. Learn more about 90% Silver Coins
New Feature: Silver Coin Values Guide with Coin Value Calculator
The Silver Coin Value Guide displays the up-to-the-minute melt values of all U.S. Mint Pre-1965 coins and provides clear instructions on determining your coin’s value.
Rare 1996-W Dime Values and other Roosevelt Dimes Worth Money
While the Roosevelt Dime may not be the rarest coin in U.S. history, it offers collectors numerous opportunities for discovering valuable pieces, from silver coins issued prior to 1965, to error coins and other Dimes worth money.
1965 Quarter Value including Error Coins, SMS, Proof Coins and others Worth Money
More than 1.8 billion 1965 quarters were minted by the US Mint. Only a few rare coin errors exists from this year that are sought after by numismatists and collectors.
Collecting and Investing in 90% Silver Half Dollar Coins
Buying 90% silver half dollars offers a unique approach to stacking silver and connects collectors and investors to a piece of U.S. history.
America the Beautiful 5 oz Silver Coins and 90% Silver Proof Quarters
The America the Beautiful series was conceived as a continuation of the popular state quarters program that was launched in 2010. The series included 5 oz silver coins as well as 90% Silver Proof Quarters. The complete series included 56 different designs by its conclusion in 2021. For investors looking for options from the US Mint, these 90% Silver coins make an excellent option for junk silver investors looking to add weight to your stack.
What Dimes Contain Silver?
Silver dimes, like all 90% silver US coinage are sometimes referred to as “junk silver”. This is a common term adopted from the coin collecting industry for coins that have little to no numismatic value. Their value lies strictly in the silver content.
Cleaning Old Coins
Cleaning old coins is a controversial topic that often divides coin collectors and numismatists. Experts advise against cleaning coins, as doing so not only removes the patina, it can also scratch their surface and will most likely diminish their value, especially for collectible or antique coins.
Do you need a safe to store precious metals at home?
When buying a home safe for precious metals, it’s important to understand that a safe is just one layer of protection that should be part of an overall security plan.