Is there any gold in the Sacagawea Native American Gold Dollar?
No. Although gold in color, the Sacagawea Native American Dollars are composed of four metals; none of which are gold. 88.5% Copper - 6% Zinc - 3.5% Manganese - 2% Nickel |
What do the small letters on a coin stand for? P - D - S - W
The small letter designates which mint produced that coin & is referred to as a mint mark. There are four active coin-producing mints: Philadelphia, Denver, San Francisco, and West Point. |
What is coin toning & how does it affect the value of my coins?
The process of toning is a natural reaction of the coin's metal with oxygen & other chemicals in the air. Toning will occur on most coins over time unless they are stored in airtight containers. Sligh |
What is the significance of the 1996 Uncirculated Silver Eagle Coin?
The American Eagle Silver Dollar Program began in 1986 & continues in present day. The 1996 American Silver Eagle demands a higher price due to the extremely low mintage of just 3,603,386 pieces. Havi |
What year did the Lincoln Cent stop containing copper?
The last copper pennies were produced in 1982. The composition changed in 1982-2008 to copper plated zinc, 99.2% zinc with copper plating. 1982 Lincoln Cent 7 variety set contains both copper & zinc |
What year did the U.S. Mint begin the Presidential Dollar Program & when did they stop distributing through the banking industry?
The U.S. Mint began the Presidential Dollar program in 2007, releasing 4 issues per calendar year. In 2012 the distribution of Presidential Dollars changed from general circulation to private collecto |
Which Kennedy Half Dollars, minted for circulation, are actually silver?
1964 Kennedy Half Dollars are 90% silver & 1965-1970 Kennedy Half Dollars are 40% silver. |