Have you ever wondered what that coin collection could be worth that is sitting in the attic or basement? Have you been spring cleaning and need to make some room in your house? Your gold and silver coins may be worth a lot more than you think. First thing you should check when going through […]
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Nov
Nov
Did you know that your old flatware, candle sticks, and holloware can be worth a lot? Silver comes in different purities; common purities include sterling silver or .925 (meaning it’s 92.5% pure) or .835 silver, .830 silver, .800 silver and many more. Although there are a variety of hallmarks, one of the most common […]
Current gold prices are hovering around $1700; up over 30% from this time last year! There is no better time to start spring cleaning and sell your old jewelry or coins. Items that are broken, mismatched, unworn or just laying around in your jewelry box are worth more than you would expect – you may […]
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May
May
Franklin Half Dollars (1948-1963) The mint mark for this 90% half dollar is located on the reverse of the coin, just above the top of the Liberty Bell. In average circulated condition these 90% half dollars are only worth melt value. You would have to have a high-grade mint state or proof Ben Franklin coin for […]
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May
May
Washington quarters (1932-1964) Just like Roosevelt dimes, Washington quarters are still used in today’s currency. Also like the Roosevelt dimes, only quarters from 1964 and older are 90% silver and are worth much more than face value. The mintmark for this quarter is located on the reverse of the coin, beneath the wreath and above […]
The good news, black diamonds are real! The bad news, they don’t sparkle, because they’re black. They absorb light rather than refract it. They are real diamonds, but they have a different structure. A white diamond sparkles because light comes in, bounces around in a predictable way, and is reflected out. The cut of the […]