The value of any given coin depends on its metal content, condition and scarcity….U.S. Coin Values.
| Coin Type | Average Circulated | Typical Uncirculated |
|---|---|---|
| Half Cent – Draped Bust – 1800-1808 | $20 – $500 | Rare |
| Half Cent – Classic Head – 1809-1836 | $20 – $100 | $300 – $600 |
| Half Cent – Coronet Type – 1840-1857 | $30 – $100 | $150 – $300 |
Is there a blue book on coins?
Since 1942, The Official Blue Book has been the annual reference used by U.S. coin dealers to make buying offers. Likewise, coin collectors use it to find out what dealers will pay for their coins. Its price listings offer a real-world look at the coin market, gathered from professional dealers around the country.
Is there a coin value app?
Coinoscope mobile app makes coin identification and valuation easy – just snap a picture of a coin with your phone camera and the app will show you a list of similar coins. Fast and accurate.
How do I price my coins?
Multiply the weight of the coin by the percentage “fineness” of the coin (the percentage of the coin that is gold or silver). This will establish how much of the precious metal you have to sell. Multiply the result of the first calculation by the current price of the precious metal in the coin.
Whats the difference between the Red Book and Blue Book for coins?
The Red Book contains retail coin prices – what you can expect to pay when buying from a dealer. The Blue Book contains wholesale coin prices – the price you might expect to get when selling to a dealer.
How much my old coins are worth?
Half Dollars
| Coin Type | Average Circulated | Typical Uncirculated |
|---|---|---|
| Half Dollar – Kennedy (40% Silver) – 1965-1969 | $1.50 | $1.50 |
| Half Dollar – Kennedy – 1970-D | $1.50 | $3 |
| Half Dollar – Bicentennial – 1776-1976 | Face value | Face value |
| Half Dollar – Kennedy – 1971-Present | Face value | Face value |
