How to Appraise Antique Coins

Do not conduct coin appraisals online but deal with coin collectors who can handle your coins and accurately gauge the value.

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By Clint Hale

OverviewAntique coin collections can be worth a lot of money if you take the proper steps to get an accurate appraisal when it comes time to sell.Step 1Purchase a book that features coin values. While this may not provide specific values for each of your coins, it will give you a good idea. If anything, purchase two separate coin value books and compare appraisals.Step 2Get references for prospective appraisers/buyers. Talk to fellow collectors and get input on the most honest buyers.Step 3Visit several appraisers, which can be found either in a phone book/Internet Yellow Pages or through fellow collectors and other contacts. Visiting more than one appraiser/collector/dealer will ensure a broader perspective on the fair value of your coin collection.skill4ingredientPhone book
Coin appraisal booksingredientsPhone bookingredientsCoin appraisal bookstipSeek out as many opinions as possible.tipsSeek out as many opinions as possible.warningDo not conduct an appraisal online. It’s best if an appraiser can see and touch your coins, thereby interpreting their condition, and in turn, their value. This cannot be done via the Internet.warningsDo not conduct an appraisal online. It’s best if an appraiser can see and touch your coins, thereby interpreting their condition, and in turn, their value. This cannot be done via the Internet.keywordappraise antique coins old numismaticskeywordsappraisekeywordsantiquekeywordscoinskeywordsoldkeywordsnumismaticsResourcesreferenceHow to Appraise Antique CoinsreferenceInvest in a Hobby