Every coin in the United States features two key sayings: "E Pluribus Unum," which translates to "Out of many, one," emphasizing unity among the states, and "In God We Trust," reflecting the nation's religious heritage. These phrases encapsulate core American values and are a testament to the country's identity and history.
Coins that have letters and numbers added are common, but it does not add to the value of any coin and kills the collectible value of any coin. The value of your counter stamped Large cent is "Whatever you can get".
The US Mint did not issue an 1896 nickel with an "S" stamped on it. If you have one then it would seem as though someone stamped the coin sometime after it left the mint. Also please don't assume that because a coin is old it has to be made of silver. All US nickels except special "war nickels" made during 1942-45 are struck in the same alloy of 25% nickel and 75% copper.
No US quarters are dated 1975, all have the dual date 1776-1976
Any reproduction of a US coin that is the same size and has the appearance of the real coin is required to have the word "copy" on it someplace where it can be easily seen. This is done to prevent the coin being represented as authentic
This is a novelty coin not made by the US mint and has no collectible value.
Think not of what your country can do for you, but what you can do for your country.
The out line of the US was put on the coin after it was made and is a novelty item. It has no collectible value.
Coins that have letters and numbers added are common, but it does not add to the value of any coin and kills the collectible value of any coin. The value of your counter stamped Large cent is "Whatever you can get".
No. There are many presidents that were never even on a single coin.
Error coins need to be seen for an accurate assessment, take to a coin dealer.Also please note that coins are said to be struck rather than "stamped".
The US Mint did not issue an 1896 nickel with an "S" stamped on it. If you have one then it would seem as though someone stamped the coin sometime after it left the mint. Also please don't assume that because a coin is old it has to be made of silver. All US nickels except special "war nickels" made during 1942-45 are struck in the same alloy of 25% nickel and 75% copper.
No US quarters are dated 1975, all have the dual date 1776-1976
Any reproduction of a US coin that is the same size and has the appearance of the real coin is required to have the word "copy" on it someplace where it can be easily seen. This is done to prevent the coin being represented as authentic
This is a novelty coin not made by the US mint and has no collectible value.
Many US. coins have been counter stamped, this is common and is not done by the US. Mint and it adds nothing to the value. It does destroy the collectible value of any coin. This coin still has value for the silver in it, about $12.00 as of 3-12-11
Liberty
Commemorative of what? Is it a US or other recognized government issued coin? Or is it a private-issue coin? What exactly is stamped on the coin, and what is the date? Just as a guideline,silver US coins [not commemoratives] minted before 1965 had about 90% silver. 1965 to 1970 they were about 40% and after that, none.