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If You Find Coins With A ‘S’ Mint Mark Should You Pull It Out Of Your Pocket Change? Part 1

admin — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 03:19:53 +0000

If you find a coin in your pocket change with the ‘S” mint mark, YES you should pull it out of your pocket change. Why? Because the ’S’ mint mark means that the coin was minted in San Francisco. Read what Wikepedia says about the San Francisco Mint:

The San Francisco branch, opened in 1854 to serve the goldfields of the California Gold Rush, uses an S mint mark. It quickly outgrew its first building and moved into a new facility in 1874. This building, one of the few that survived the great earthquake of 1906, served until 1937, when the present facility was opened. It was closed in 1955, then reopened a decade later during the coin shortage of the mid-60s. In 1968, it took over most proof-coinage production from Philadelphia, and since 1975, it has been used solely for proof coinage, with the exception of the Anthony dollar and a portion of the mintage of cents in the early 1980s. (These cents are indistinguishable from those minted at Philadelphia.)

So keep an eye on that pocket change!

What is a Circulated, Uncirculated, and Proof Coin?

admin — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 19:02:18 +0000

If you are like me these terms were so foreign. But you must know them before you buy from a dealer, Ebay or the USMint. So, the USMint has a really cool page, one of many, that educates children about coins.

Ok, I know most of you reading this are not children. But, last year when I got into learning about coins I needed “children talk.” So, check out this really cool article explaining proof. circulated and uncirculated coins. Have fun!

Are Mint Sets Good Investments?

admin — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 02:05:02 +0000

As I continue to dig deeper into my theraputic and insightful journey into coin collecting I am in awe of the super great experts in the field. One of them, Susan Headley, I will often post information from her blog.

I have recently gotten excited about the cool mint sets. Not only do they make great gifts but they can be good investments. Now this article does not cover every mint set ever made but it gives you some good wise advice. You could also start reading books like, United States Proof Sets and Mint Sets, 1936-2002. This is another way to learn more about mint sets.

Now, take a few minutes to read this information post by Ms. Headley on ways to decide which mint sets are a good investment.

Introduction to Coin Collecting

admin — Fri, 29 May 2009 03:53:45 +0000

I found this simple introduction to coin collecting information and a vital jumpstart for anyone just starting to collect coins. Take a few minutes to read this blog post on coin collecting . Also, also sign up for the free mini course on coin collecting.

Looking for The Mint Mark But Can’t Find It?-Dimes

admin — Wed, 06 May 2009 02:11:27 +0000

Where oh where is the mint mark on US Dimes?

Roosevelt dime- From 1946-1964

Above the date from 1968 to the present

Mercury dime (1916-1945) On the REVERSE (opposite side of the head) to the left of the fasces(the symbolic bundle of rods)

Barber dime- (1892-1916) below the wreath

Looking for The Mint Mark But Can’t Find It?-Quarters

admin — Tue, 05 May 2009 01:52:46 +0000

Look for the mint marks on the following quarters:

Type of Quarter

Barber quarter(1892-1916) Below the eagle

Standing Liberty Quarter (1916-1930) To the left of the date. Not to be confused with the M for the designers name.

Washington Quarter(1932 to 1964) Below the eagle

from 1968 to the present -to the right of George Washington’s pigtail

Looking for The Mint Mark But Can’t Find It?-Pennies

admin — Mon, 04 May 2009 12:36:37 +0000

I found out that not all mint marks are in the same place on the each coin. That so much depends on the date and type of coin. so here is a short little list that may help.

Indian Head cent -Mint marks appear only on coins dated 1908 and 1909 below the wreath on the tail side(Reverse)

Lincoln cent(1909-date) -Look for it below the date .

Can You Tell The Difference Between A Fake And Real Coin?

admin — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 23:17:01 +0000

The Us Mint has an excellent article on how to tell the fake from a genuine coin.

Very interesting indeed.

Obama Coin Ripoff?

admin — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 13:35:30 +0000

Obama coin collection ripoffs are alive and well according to this News Report.

When you want the real thing and latest information regarding mint coins I was told to go to the Mint.

Have you read anything about this?

Are Holding Coins For Silver And Gold Prices To Rise?

admin — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 21:03:34 +0000

I was told to hold on to my two silver coins for the price of silver to rise. Well, I saw this really interesting article related to seasonal ups and downs for gold and silver prices. Check it out all of you who are investors or ready to sell.