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It always has its face value. To be a collectible, most have to be in very good condition.
CorrectionAnything you can do at home to clean a coin will almost always reduce or destroy its collector value. If the coin has a lot of dirt and crud on it, you can use a soft cloth and distilled water, but any chemicals or abrasives will damage the surface.Also note that the term "very good" describes a specific category of wear on a coin, with other categories being good, fine, very fine, and so on. Some coins are collectible in merely good condition (very worn) while others only become collectible if they're uncirculated or nearly uncirculated.
What else can I help you with?
How do you Shine a penny?
The short answer is, "DO NOT CLEAN YOUR COINS". If you have a coin with any collector value to it or, you are hoping to increase the value of a coin by cleaning it, any cleaning process will damage the finish of the coin by introducing tiny scratches or removing small quantities of metal. Any cleaning process will possibly render the coin worthless at worst. If you have a coin of no collector value and you would just like to make it look nice and shiny, you could use any of the commercially available jewellery cleaners.
Is it safe to use metal polishes like silver or copper cleaners on rare coins?
DEFINITELY NOT! Cleaning your coins will make them look un-natural, and will make them worthless in the eyes of collectors. And using anything abrasive (like polishes) will also leave tiny hairline scratches on the surfaces of the coin -- making them even more worthless. If you do this, you will likely turn your valuable rare coins into worthless slugs.
Does a hole in a 1860 copper Farthing make it worthless?
Normally, any alteration to a coin, especially a hole, would render it worthless as a collectible. However, the 1860 British Farthing is a valuable coin, even in "fine" condition. Take your coin, and the hole, along to a reputable coin dealer for inspection and a valuation.
What is a worthless coin?
A worthless coin refers to a coin that has no monetary value due to factors such as being out of circulation, being made from a non-precious metal, or being counterfeit. These coins are typically unable to be exchanged for goods or services.
What is a nearly worthless coin with three letters?
sou? Its french
What was the coin worth that was found int the fishes mouth?
It was worthless.
What is a sentence for worthless?
That coupon was worthless because it had expired already.
How do you clean a coin?
To clean a coin, you can use a mild dish soap and water to gently scrub it with a soft-bristled toothbrush. Avoid harsh chemicals and abrasive materials, as they can damage the coin's surface and reduce its value. If in doubt, it's best to consult a professional coin dealer or conservator for advice on the best cleaning methods for your specific coin.
What is the value of a 1964 penny that has a fingerprint actually stamped into the coin?
It's worth a whole cent. The fingerprint isn't stamped in but was etched when someone handled it with dirty fingers. Over time, the oils from your skin will react with the metal in the coin, actually eating into the surface of the coin, which may make it look like the fingerprint was stamped into the coin. This is considered damage to the coin and can easily make the coin worthless to collectors.
How should you clean your 1922 sliver dollar coin to make it look in better condition?
Cleaning a coin, generally reduces the value. Better to leave as is in most cases.
Would a hole in a 1893 sixpence devalue the coin?
A hole in any coin that was not minted with a hole would make it worthless. Modified coins have no collector value other than whatever the scrap value of the metal might be.
What is the value of the oldest coin?
The value of the oldest coin is unknown, but a coin's age does not by itself establish its value. It might very well be that the coin is worthless, due to deterioration. I do not know the answer to this, and I doubt anyone does.
