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What is Your Error Coin Worth?

admin — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 05:20:22 +0000

Ok, I just saw this site that gives an estimate on error coins and the type of error coins out there. Note that I have not compiled a list of where to send your coin once you discover and error. But I am pulling something together soon.

Meanwhile, check out this link to error coins and be encouraged to put them aside until I locate some places to send them

Read this list of error coins and approx. value now.

Let’s Talk About Error Coins-1969S Double Die

admin — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 03:23:16 +0000

Read this article about the discovery of a 1969S double die coin. Remember, the S means that it was minted in San Francisco.

You wil get excited when you read about this coin. It is well worth the time looking if you actually find one. Read this article about the find of a 1969S double die coin.

Let’s Talk About Error Coins-Video Showing Obvious Errors

admin — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 03:15:56 +0000

I don’t know why I am fascinated with error coins. I am constantly looking for them and it is totally against my personality. I do not tend to be very exacting or as focused as many who are involved in collecting error coins. I think the reason I am captivated is because I do not play the lottery or pull down the arm at the casinos. So for me being on the hunt for error coins instills in me the same thrill.

When I first started looking for error coins I just wanted to know what they looked like. Now, I have the reference books and get a kick out of seeing the pictures or a real one in person. Soon, I hope to identify them quickly enough to separate them from other coins and research them more in depth.

So, enjoy a short video showing you some very obvious coin errors you can find IN YOU POCKET CHANGE. This video is by an error coin collector.

Pocket Change Lottery

admin — Sun, 02 May 2010 03:06:29 +0000

My fascination with pocket change errors has seriously been a wonderful alternative to the lottery. You see if I look through $10.00 worth of lottery tickets I may or may not have a winner. If I don’t I tear up the tickets and have a bitter sweet memory of the money I spent to purchase them. But if I look through $10.00 worth of coins and don’t find any gems, ha, I still have the money. I can then proceed roll them for deposit.

Here is an excellent article from the author of , How to Strike it Rich With Pocket Change., Scott Traver. His book, alone, got me hooked on looking through all my pocket change. I am truly addicted. I have magnifying glasses and look like a jeweler looking through my coins. Check out the book.

Read this insightful article called, Pocket Change Lottery. Then go and look at your pocket change.

2009 Lincoln Penny Errors

admin — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 03:49:51 +0000

As I sit down at the table with a magnifying class examining a 2009 Lincoln penny, found in my pocket change, I am in total awe. I have a few pennies that are the Lincoln Professional.

Coin errors are not easy.I usually refer to a few error books like the Cherrypickers’ Guide This book comes in two volumes and extensive guide on errors.
I also simply love Strike It Rich with Pocket Change

Be sure to get a magnifier with at least 7x up to see some of this errors. It can be relaxing to look at each coin. So come along with me on this journey of learning. Remember, I am using this site to share some of the things I am learning. I hope it is helpful.
Now get out those new Lincoln pennies. If you don’t have any yet you can get them at your local coin dealer, Ebay or directly from the mint. As of this writing some of the rolls are sold out but you can get them in the 2009 Proof set.

The Mint News Blog has an insightful article about possible double die errors on the 2009 Lincoln Formative years cent. The Lincoln Formative Years cent is the second in the four new coins released this year. Be sure to read the engaging comments at the end of the post.

A bootstrap error has been reported on the Lincoln Formative Years Series. This was featured on a CoinLink. It appears that you may not need a high magnification to see this error.

I will revisit this later I am sure. Meanwhile, I will keep learning so if I see one in pocket change I will know what I am looking at. Please share anything you might know with this babyboomer. Thanks

What is a Double Die Coin Error?

admin — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 02:10:17 +0000

I recently saw this error coin being sold on Ebay. It is for one of the new Lincoln pennies. The error shown is a double die. Ok, if you are new at this, like I am, you want to know what a double die error really is right?

Well according to coin expert, Susan Headly

A doubled die coin is a coin that was struck from a die that had a partial or full doubled image on it. The doubling comes from mistakes in the die hubbing process, where more than one image is transferred from the hub to the coin die. The 1955 doubled die Lincoln Cent (see photo) is the classic example of a doubled die, and sparked the start of the error coin collecting hobby in the U.S. Although no other doubled die types exhibiting the remarkable degree of doubling seen on the 1955 cent have emerged from the U.S. Mint, noteworthy doubling has also been found on 1972 and 1995 Lincoln Cents.

I also checked out a great resource site for double die coin errors. So I will be referring to it. The site is called Wexlers Die Varieties .

I especially like this site because it shows and explains die errors for current coins like the Lincoln penny and others that came out in 2009.

So keep looking at that pocket change.

Eyewitness News Has Special Report on Error Coins

admin — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:10:06 +0000

Someone sent me this news item on error coins on the Eyewitness News online site. I am excited because the more more and more people are beginning to appreciate the excitement of looking at your pocket change.

Enjoy this article posted on the Eyewitness News site on error coins.

Some Paid Mortgage With Error Coin Finds on 1995 Pennies

admin — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 03:48:32 +0000

I just read this interesting article about double die errors on 1995 pennies. The fact that when they were first discovered provided good premiums is very encouraging. Now, this same find will bring in money but not as much as it did at that time. Anyway, read this article by Coin World on the 1995 penny errors and start looking at your pocket change.

10 Very Valuable Coin Errors to Look For in Your Pocket Change

admin — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 18:24:20 +0000

I found a really good article that summarizes 10 valuable coin errors. It also indicates the estimated value. So, join me in this adventure. Note, that if you go to the bank for half-dollar coins do not be surprised if there are not that many. Many folks know about the spot value of silver and if silver is high will flip the coins for the price of the silver.

Read the article about 10 coin errors to be on the lookout for in your pocket change.

Please let me know if you are successful.

See Pictures of Errors on Presidential Dollars

admin — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 17:31:34 +0000

A picture is worth a 1000 words. So, with hope getting help in discovering errors on your Presidential Dollars please review this excellent blog post by Susan Headley, an easy to understand, yet comprehensive coin expert.

And yes, this baby boomer is still excited about her adventure in the world of error coins.