During World War II, the U.S. Mint made pennies out of steel instead of copper due to wartime shortages. These 1943 steel pennies are easy to recognize because they’re magnetic and have a silver-like appearance.
Most steel pennies are common and worth only 10-50 cents, …
Continue ReadingSilver coins are popular with collectors and investors alike, but how can you tell if a coin is made of silver?
Before 1965, U.S. dimes, quarters, and half dollars were made of 90% silver. To spot them, check the coin’s edge—if it’s solid silver with no copper …
Continue ReadingWhile most coins are only worth face value, a few rare U.S. coins can be worth thousands—or even millions! Here are five of the rarest coins in American history:
1794 Flowing Hair Silver Dollar – Considered the first silver dollar issued by the U.S. Mint, with only a handful still in …
Continue ReadingLucky’s Coins – Your Trusted Coin Broker & Buyer in Roanoke, VA
Welcome to Lucky’s Coins, the premier coin broker and buyer in Roanoke, VA. Whether you have a small collection or a treasure trove of rare and valuable coins, we’re here to provide top-dollar offers for your coins. With over 20 years of experience …
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Looking to sell coins? We buy coins everyday in Roanoke VA. Give us a call for an appointment to sell your coins today. We buy small and large collections of US coins, silver, gold coins, and more. We buy vintage items and more in Roanoke VA.
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Continue ReadingCoin collecting in roanoke va is not just about having as many coins as possible. More important than the number of coins is the quality of those coins. This quality is measured by the coins’ grade and the grade is measured using a scale from zero to seventy (seventy being the highest point grade). Doctor …
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