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Is pennies and dimes homogeneous?

The coins are of homogeneous composition.


Are coins an element?

No, coins are not an element. Some coins may be made of nearly pure gold, silver, aluminum, or other metal elements, but most present-day coins are made of various metal alloys, often with different composition on the inside than on the outside.


Why are some 2p coins magnetic and others aren't?

Some 2p coins are magnetic because they contain a higher percentage of ferromagnetic materials, such as iron, while others may have a different alloy composition that lacks these properties. The UK switched to a different metal composition for 2p coins in 1992, which resulted in some coins being magnetic and others not. Additionally, wear and corrosion over time can also affect a coin's magnetic properties.


How much is a 1863 Indian Head penny that's either copper or bronz and the weight is 2.4?

The weight for a 1863 IH cent should be 4.67 grams, the composition is copper-nickel (.880 copper & .120 nickel). Average circulated coins are valued at $10.00-$25.00


How many different ways can you compare the coins?

To compare coins, you can use various methods such as weighing them on a balance scale, examining their size and thickness, or assessing their material composition through tests like magnetism or conductivity. Additionally, you can compare their designs, minting years, or historical significance. Each method provides different insights, depending on what aspects of the coins you are interested in comparing. Ultimately, the number of ways to compare coins is as varied as the criteria you choose to use.

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What is difference between Indian coins and greek coins?

There are a lot of differences between Greek coins and Indian ones. Get a book about world coins, and you can learn a lot about how to identify coins.


What has the author William H Valentine written?

William H. Valentine has written: 'The copper coins of India' -- subject(s): Coins, Indian, Indian Coins


Are all Indian-head coins worth a lot?

It depends on what you think a lot is and which US coins that have Indian heads on them you are asking about?


What is the difference between Indian coin and Greek coin?

Indian coins typically feature symbols or images specific to Indian culture, history, or religious beliefs, while Greek coins often depict mythological figures, gods, or scenes from Greek mythology. Indian coins may also include inscriptions in regional languages, while Greek coins usually have inscriptions in ancient Greek. Additionally, Indian coins were traditionally made of gold, silver, or copper, while Greek coins were commonly made of silver or bronze.


Is pennies and dimes homogeneous?

The coins are of homogeneous composition.


Are all Indian coins rare?

No.


What is the gold content of a 1911 10 Indian head us coin?

The coin is made of 90% gold and 10% copper with an Actual Gold Weight of .48375oz of pure gold. All U.S. $10 Indian Head gold coins have the same composition.


What is the value for a quarter 1876 Indian Rupee?

1876 indian coins value


1803 Indian head coin?

There were no Indian Head coins minted in 1803.


Is a 1810 Indian coin worth money?

There were no US coins minted in 1810 that had an Indian on them.


What is the metallic composition of a penny?

The metal composition of penny coins made after 1982 is 97.5 percent zinc and 2.5 percent copper. The first penny coins, from 1793 to 1837, were made from pure copper.


Are new Indian coins still the same size as pre-1947 British Raj coins?

No, India has undergone several major changes in their coinage. Inded, some denominations used during the British rule of India no longer exist such as the Anna. The coins used in India today aren't the same size or composition as those used during British rule.