What old bills or coins have value?

Answer 1

Not at all. In general, old coins can be valuable because they're scarce or made of precious metals like gold, while newer coins are usually valuable due to errors.

As examples, some of the Presidential dollar coins accidentally were not sent through the machine that presses the date, mottos, and mint mark on the coins' edges. These so-called "smooth edge" dollars have sold for many times face value.

Similarly some 1982 dimes were struck without mint marks. These can sell for over $100.

Answer 2

When it comes to dollar bills, silver certificates, notes with a red seal, or crisp, uncirculated examples of older-style notes may be worth a premium. Condition is everything when it comes to paper money.

When it comes to coins, save all dimes and quarters with a date of 1964 or earlier, they are 90% silver and worth several times face value in silver content regardless of condition. Half-dollars dated 1964 and earlier are 90% silver also, however, half-dollars dated 1965-1970 are 40% silver. Nickels dated 1942-1945 with a large P, D or S over the Monticello are 35% silver and worth many times face value regardless of condition. Nickels dated 1938 and earlier and have a different design rather than the Jefferson nickels are usually worth over face value depending on condition. Pennies dated before 1959 are worth over face value to a collector but values depend greatly on condition, date and mintmark. Dollar coins dated 1935 and earlier are silver and worth many times over face value not only in silver but collector value. Error coins or coins still in mint packaging may be worth more than face value to a collector.

Answer 3

Old bills and coins may have value to collectors depending on their rarity, condition, and historical significance. Some examples of valuable old bills and coins include pre-1933 gold coins, silver dollars, rare coins with minting errors, and old banknotes from countries that no longer exist. It's best to consult with a reputable coin dealer or appraiser to determine the specific value of your old currency.