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Looking to expand your piggy bank? Got some spare change? Here are the best rare coins to look for.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Benjamin Franklin may never have said \u201ca penny saved is a penny earned,\u201d but he certainly would have appreciated the sentiment. And today, some pennies from long ago may be worth quite more than face value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Coin collecting is considered one of the oldest hobbies in the world.<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

As investors look to diversify their portfolios, collectibles like coins have become an increasingly valuable asset class. Coin collectors aren\u2019t just grandpas who give their grandkids state quarters on their birthday every year. For some, it\u2019s as much an investment as it is a hobby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Get your piggy bank and hammer out as we give our two cents on collecting the rarest and most valuable coins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are rare coins a good investment?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Coin collecting is closely related to investing in commodities like gold and silver<\/a>, and investors commonly make the switch from investing in hard metals to coins. After all, coins are money, and gold coins<\/a> have been used as currency since around 550 BC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One thing that attracts people to coin collecting is that you don\u2019t need to be rich to get started. A well-known numismatist (one who studies coins), John Jay Pittman, amassed a vast collection of some of the most valuable coins that sold for $30 million in 1997 and 1998.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While his collection sold for a fortune, he wasn\u2019t rich and took out a second mortgage on his house to purchase King Farouk\u2019s coins in Egypt in 1954. His winning strategy was focusing on undervalued rare coins, such as American Proof coins, and keeping his collection for decades before selling them. In other words, he was a long-haul coin investor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While some coins can go for millions, it\u2019s more an exception than a rule, and most collectors hold onto rare coins for years<\/strong>, just like Pittman. According to the PCGS3000 Index tracking the value of rare coins, the worth of the most valuable coins has skyrocketed in the last year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The index is currently worth $71,173.31 as of October 10, 2022, compared to $65,156.30 in October 2021. However, it was still far from an all-time high of $181,088.48 in May 1989. This shows that, like the stock market, coin collecting can be volatile<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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PCGS 3000 Index tracking the price of rare coins from September 2019 to July 2022.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Source: pcgs.com<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Things to keep in mind when coin collecting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Like cigar investing, rare coin collecting can be both a hobby and an investment. In fact, coin collecting is considered one of the oldest hobbies in the world. Similar to fine art collecting, the most valuable coins are themselves often thought of as works of art and were even used in jewelry and decorative arts in ancient times. Roman emperor Augustus was even said to have been fond of old coins and gave them out as gifts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you want to invest in the most valuable coins, the best way to start is to educate yourself on a particular coin. Start by specializing in a particular coin series or type of collection, like the Lincoln wheat penny<\/strong>, Lincoln head copper penny<\/strong>, or Morgan silver dollars<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There can be a lot of scams and counterfeit coins<\/strong> on the market, so make sure you know what you’re investing in and only buy valuable coins from reputable dealers and auction houses. If you can, examine valuable coins in person and know which mint marks to look for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Try finding coins that are certified by professional coin grading services like the Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS)<\/strong> or the Numismatic Guarantee Corporation (NGC)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll also want to keep storage in mind. While coins are smaller and easier to store than, say, a comic book, it\u2019s important to keep your rare coin in special coin holders free of acid and polyvinyl chloride (PVC), which can damage its surface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some of the most valuable coins to look out for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re looking to become a numismatist, it\u2019s worth having an idea of the most valuable coins, especially those that are still in circulation. Here are some rare coins that are worth money that you should look out for, as well as some of the most expensive coins ever sold at auction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mark<\/th>City Minted<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
D<\/td>Denver, CO<\/td><\/tr>
S<\/td>San Franciso, CA<\/td><\/tr>
W<\/td>West Point, NY<\/td><\/tr>
P<\/td>Philadelphia, PA<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

You’ll also notice that the estimated value varies as factors such as the exact year, mint, and condition of a coin determine its value. The amount of metal contained in the coin can also determine the price. Copper pennies before 1982, for example, contain 95% copper, while those made later are 97.5% zinc with a thin copper plating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Years<\/th>Type of Coin<\/th>Estimated Value<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
1943<\/td>Lincoln Cents Copper<\/td>$20,000-$95,000<\/td><\/tr>
1878-1921<\/td>Morgan Dollars<\/td>$15-$50<\/td><\/tr>
1913-1938<\/td>Buffalo Nickels<\/td>$0.30-$25<\/td><\/tr>
1800-1808<\/td>Half Cents Draped Bust<\/td>$15-$2,000<\/td><\/tr>
1864-1873<\/td>Two Cent Pieces<\/td>$5-$125<\/td><\/tr>
1875-1878<\/td>Twenty Cent Pieces<\/td>$30-$1,000<\/td><\/tr>
1834-1839<\/td>Classic Quarter Eagles<\/td>$225-$5,000<\/td><\/tr>
1854-1889<\/td>Three Dollar Gold Pieces<\/td>$500-$6,000<\/td><\/tr>
1854-1856<\/td>Gold Dollars Small Liberty Head w\/ motto on front<\/td>$350-$10,000<\/td><\/tr>
1840-1873<\/td>Seated Dollars<\/td>$75-$2,500<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Flowing Hair Silver Dollar<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Flowing Hair Silver Dollar was one of the first silver coins <\/strong>minted from 1794 to 1795 and was also the first dollar coin issued<\/strong> by the U.S. federal government. The size and weight are based on the Spanish dollar, which was a popular coin at that time. The coins were produced twice before being replaced by the Draped Bust dollar. In August 2021, a rare flowing hair coin went for $6.6 million<\/strong> at Heritage Auctions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A 1794 Flowing Hair Silver Dollar that sold for $6.6 million in August 2021.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Source: coins.ha.com<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Justinian coin from 695 AD<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Another rare coin is the gold Justinian coin. It’s one of the earliest depictions of Christ on a coin minted in 695 AD by Byzantine Emperor Justinian II. The coin was controversial <\/strong>at the time because a depiction of Christ on something that wasn’t holy violated tradition. These valuable coins are worth a bit, with one coin selling for $19,200<\/strong> at Heritage Auctions in 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Chart tracking sale prices of assets similar to Justinian coin from August 2018 to July 2022 (not adjusted for inflation).<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Source: rallyrd.com<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Henry III Gold Penny<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Henry III Gold Penny is one of England’s first gold coins<\/strong> issued around 1216-1272. Only a handful of coins are known, making this an incredibly rare and valuable coin. The coin depicts English King Henry III. While only a few exist, they are occasionally found in the U.K. One found by an amateur metal detectorist in Devon, England, fetched a record $873,073<\/strong> in January 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A Henry III gold penny that sold for $720,000 in 2021 at Heritage Auctions.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Source: coins.ha.com<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Ship of Gold” coin from 1857<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In 1857, a postal ship carrying $1.6 million in gold<\/strong> (or $54 million today with inflation) sank off the coast of North Carolina and the crew drowned along with its valuables. In 1986, a discovery group located the ship and found its cargo still intact<\/strong>, including gold coins. Today, many of these coins can go for tens of thousands of dollars, like one in excellent condition that sold for $198,000<\/strong> at Heritage Auctions in August 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Chart tracking sale prices of assets similar to 1857 Ship of Gold coin from Nov. 2001 to Feb. 2022 (not adjusted for inflation).<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Source: rallyrd.com<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Umayyad Gold Dinar<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This gold coin from 724 to 743 AD is one of the most valuable foreign coins coveted by collectors. It’s among the first medieval Islamic coins made of gold<\/strong> issued by the Umayyad Caliphate. The dinars have no images but instead are lined with Kufic inscriptions. They can go from a few hundred dollars<\/strong> to as much as $25,850<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where to buy rare coins<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t go rummaging through your pocket change just yet. Many avid coin collectors start by attending coin shows. Private dealers and auction houses tend to be where the rarest coins are found.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unlike stocks, not every valuable coin is the same. While two 1943 Lincoln head copper coins might look similar, there could be subtle differences that cause one to be worth more. This is the inherent difference between investing in gold coins versus other ways to invest in gold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can also find valuable coins on investment platforms like Rally. Rally lets you invest in various kinds of collectibles besides rare coins, such as Star Wars action figures, rare Pok\u00e9mon cards, and even luxury watches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rally sources collectibles and takes care of storage and maintenance. They then securitize the collectibles\u2014like the world’s first coin from 561 to 546 BC\u2014to make it easy for retail investors to buy and sell fractional shares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read More:<\/strong> Best Gold Bullion Coins to Invest In<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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Got some spare change? Here are the best rare coins to look for.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p><strong><em>Looking to expand your piggy bank? Got some spare change? Here are the best rare coins to look for.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>Many companies on MoneyMade advertise with us. Opinions are our own, but compensation and in-depth research determine where and how companies may appear.See disclosure.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>Many companies on MoneyMade advertise with us. Opinions are our own, but compensation and in-depth research determine where and how companies may appear.See disclosure.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>Benjamin Franklin may never have said \u201ca penny saved is a penny earned,\u201d but he certainly would have appreciated the sentiment. And today, some pennies from long ago may be worth quite more than face value.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>Benjamin Franklin may never have said \u201ca penny saved is a penny earned,\u201d but he certainly would have appreciated the sentiment. And today, some pennies from long ago may be worth quite more than face value.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/heading","attrs":{"level":4},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-coin-collecting-is-considered-one-of-the-oldest-hobbies-in-the-world\">Coin collecting is considered one of the oldest hobbies in the world.<\/h4>\n","innerContent":["\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-coin-collecting-is-considered-one-of-the-oldest-hobbies-in-the-world\">Coin collecting is considered one of the oldest hobbies in the world.<\/h4>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>As investors look to diversify their portfolios, collectibles like coins have become an increasingly valuable asset class. Coin collectors aren\u2019t just grandpas who give their grandkids state quarters on their birthday every year. For some, it\u2019s as much an investment as it is a hobby.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>As investors look to diversify their portfolios, collectibles like coins have become an increasingly valuable asset class. Coin collectors aren\u2019t just grandpas who give their grandkids state quarters on their birthday every year. For some, it\u2019s as much an investment as it is a hobby.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>Get your piggy bank and hammer out as we give our two cents on collecting the rarest and most valuable coins.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>Get your piggy bank and hammer out as we give our two cents on collecting the rarest and most valuable coins.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/heading","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-are-rare-coins-a-good-investment\">Are rare coins a good investment?<\/h2>\n","innerContent":["\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-are-rare-coins-a-good-investment\">Are rare coins a good investment?<\/h2>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>Coin collecting is closely related to investing in commodities like <a href=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/articles\/trading-gold-silver-ratio\/\">gold and silver<\/a>, and investors commonly make the switch from investing in hard metals to coins. After all, coins are money, and <a href=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/articles\/best-gold-coins-to-invest-in\/\">gold coins<\/a> have been used as currency since around 550 BC.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>Coin collecting is closely related to investing in commodities like <a href=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/articles\/trading-gold-silver-ratio\/\">gold and silver<\/a>, and investors commonly make the switch from investing in hard metals to coins. After all, coins are money, and <a href=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/articles\/best-gold-coins-to-invest-in\/\">gold coins<\/a> have been used as currency since around 550 BC.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>One thing that attracts people to coin collecting is that you don\u2019t need to be rich to get started. A well-known numismatist (one who studies coins), John Jay Pittman, amassed a vast collection of some of the most valuable coins that sold for $30 million in 1997 and 1998.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>One thing that attracts people to coin collecting is that you don\u2019t need to be rich to get started. A well-known numismatist (one who studies coins), John Jay Pittman, amassed a vast collection of some of the most valuable coins that sold for $30 million in 1997 and 1998.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>While his collection sold for a fortune, he wasn\u2019t rich and took out a second mortgage on his house to purchase King Farouk\u2019s coins in Egypt in 1954. His winning strategy was focusing on undervalued rare coins, such as American Proof coins, and keeping his collection for decades before selling them. In other words, he was a long-haul coin investor.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>While his collection sold for a fortune, he wasn\u2019t rich and took out a second mortgage on his house to purchase King Farouk\u2019s coins in Egypt in 1954. His winning strategy was focusing on undervalued rare coins, such as American Proof coins, and keeping his collection for decades before selling them. In other words, he was a long-haul coin investor.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>While some coins can go for millions, it\u2019s more an exception than a rule, and <strong>most collectors hold onto rare coins for years<\/strong>, just like Pittman. According to the PCGS3000 Index tracking the value of rare coins, the worth of the most valuable coins has skyrocketed in the last year.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>While some coins can go for millions, it\u2019s more an exception than a rule, and <strong>most collectors hold onto rare coins for years<\/strong>, just like Pittman. According to the PCGS3000 Index tracking the value of rare coins, the worth of the most valuable coins has skyrocketed in the last year.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>The index is currently worth $71,173.31 as of October 10, 2022, compared to $65,156.30 in October 2021. However, it was still far from an all-time high of $181,088.48 in May 1989. This shows that, like the stock market, <strong>coin collecting can be volatile<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>The index is currently worth $71,173.31 as of October 10, 2022, compared to $65,156.30 in October 2021. However, it was still far from an all-time high of $181,088.48 in May 1989. This shows that, like the stock market, <strong>coin collecting can be volatile<\/strong>.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/image","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/1_4f8d096ca9.png\" alt=\"post-img\"\/><\/figure>\n","innerContent":["\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/1_4f8d096ca9.png\" alt=\"post-img\"\/><\/figure>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":{"align":"center","fontSize":"small"},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><em>PCGS 3000 Index tracking the price of rare coins from September 2019 to July 2022.<\/em><\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><em>PCGS 3000 Index tracking the price of rare coins from September 2019 to July 2022.<\/em><\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":{"align":"center","fontSize":"small"},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><em>Source: pcgs.com<\/em><\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><em>Source: pcgs.com<\/em><\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/heading","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-things-to-keep-in-mind-when-coin-collecting\">Things to keep in mind when coin collecting<\/h2>\n","innerContent":["\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-things-to-keep-in-mind-when-coin-collecting\">Things to keep in mind when coin collecting<\/h2>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>Like cigar investing, rare coin collecting can be both a hobby and an investment. In fact, coin collecting is considered one of the oldest hobbies in the world. Similar to fine art collecting, the most valuable coins are themselves often thought of as works of art and were even used in jewelry and decorative arts in ancient times. Roman emperor Augustus was even said to have been fond of old coins and gave them out as gifts.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>Like cigar investing, rare coin collecting can be both a hobby and an investment. In fact, coin collecting is considered one of the oldest hobbies in the world. Similar to fine art collecting, the most valuable coins are themselves often thought of as works of art and were even used in jewelry and decorative arts in ancient times. Roman emperor Augustus was even said to have been fond of old coins and gave them out as gifts.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>If you want to invest in the most valuable coins, the best way to start is to educate yourself on a particular coin. Start by specializing in a particular coin series or type of collection, like the <strong>Lincoln wheat penny<\/strong>, <strong>Lincoln head copper penny<\/strong>, or <strong>Morgan silver dollars<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>If you want to invest in the most valuable coins, the best way to start is to educate yourself on a particular coin. Start by specializing in a particular coin series or type of collection, like the <strong>Lincoln wheat penny<\/strong>, <strong>Lincoln head copper penny<\/strong>, or <strong>Morgan silver dollars<\/strong>.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>There can be a lot of <strong>scams and counterfeit coins<\/strong> on the market, so make sure you know what you're investing in and only buy valuable coins from reputable dealers and auction houses. If you can, examine valuable coins in person and know which mint marks to look for.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>There can be a lot of <strong>scams and counterfeit coins<\/strong> on the market, so make sure you know what you're investing in and only buy valuable coins from reputable dealers and auction houses. If you can, examine valuable coins in person and know which mint marks to look for.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>Try finding coins that are certified by professional coin grading services like the <strong>Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS)<\/strong> or the <strong>Numismatic Guarantee Corporation (NGC)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>Try finding coins that are certified by professional coin grading services like the <strong>Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS)<\/strong> or the <strong>Numismatic Guarantee Corporation (NGC)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>You\u2019ll also want to keep storage in mind. While coins are smaller and easier to store than, say, a comic book, it\u2019s important to keep your rare coin in special coin holders free of acid and polyvinyl chloride (PVC), which can damage its surface.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>You\u2019ll also want to keep storage in mind. While coins are smaller and easier to store than, say, a comic book, it\u2019s important to keep your rare coin in special coin holders free of acid and polyvinyl chloride (PVC), which can damage its surface.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/heading","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-some-of-the-most-valuable-coins-to-look-out-for\">Some of the most valuable coins to look out for<\/h2>\n","innerContent":["\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-some-of-the-most-valuable-coins-to-look-out-for\">Some of the most valuable coins to look out for<\/h2>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>If you\u2019re looking to become a numismatist, it\u2019s worth having an idea of the most valuable coins, especially those that are still in circulation. Here are some rare coins that are worth money that you should look out for, as well as some of the most expensive coins ever sold at auction.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>If you\u2019re looking to become a numismatist, it\u2019s worth having an idea of the most valuable coins, especially those that are still in circulation. Here are some rare coins that are worth money that you should look out for, as well as some of the most expensive coins ever sold at auction.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/table","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Mark<\/th><th>City Minted<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>D<\/td><td>Denver, CO<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>S<\/td><td>San Franciso, CA<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>W<\/td><td>West Point, NY<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>P<\/td><td>Philadelphia, PA<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n","innerContent":["\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Mark<\/th><th>City Minted<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>D<\/td><td>Denver, CO<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>S<\/td><td>San Franciso, CA<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>W<\/td><td>West Point, NY<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>P<\/td><td>Philadelphia, PA<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>You'll also notice that the estimated value varies as factors such as the exact year, mint, and condition of a coin determine its value. The amount of metal contained in the coin can also determine the price. Copper pennies before 1982, for example, contain 95% copper, while those made later are 97.5% zinc with a thin copper plating.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>You'll also notice that the estimated value varies as factors such as the exact year, mint, and condition of a coin determine its value. The amount of metal contained in the coin can also determine the price. Copper pennies before 1982, for example, contain 95% copper, while those made later are 97.5% zinc with a thin copper plating.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/table","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Years<\/th><th>Type of Coin<\/th><th>Estimated Value<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1943<\/td><td>Lincoln Cents Copper<\/td><td>$20,000-$95,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1878-1921<\/td><td>Morgan Dollars<\/td><td>$15-$50<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1913-1938<\/td><td>Buffalo Nickels<\/td><td>$0.30-$25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1800-1808<\/td><td>Half Cents Draped Bust<\/td><td>$15-$2,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1864-1873<\/td><td>Two Cent Pieces<\/td><td>$5-$125<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1875-1878<\/td><td>Twenty Cent Pieces<\/td><td>$30-$1,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1834-1839<\/td><td>Classic Quarter Eagles<\/td><td>$225-$5,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1854-1889<\/td><td>Three Dollar Gold Pieces<\/td><td>$500-$6,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1854-1856<\/td><td>Gold Dollars Small Liberty Head w\/ motto on front<\/td><td>$350-$10,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1840-1873<\/td><td>Seated Dollars<\/td><td>$75-$2,500<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n","innerContent":["\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Years<\/th><th>Type of Coin<\/th><th>Estimated Value<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1943<\/td><td>Lincoln Cents Copper<\/td><td>$20,000-$95,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1878-1921<\/td><td>Morgan Dollars<\/td><td>$15-$50<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1913-1938<\/td><td>Buffalo Nickels<\/td><td>$0.30-$25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1800-1808<\/td><td>Half Cents Draped Bust<\/td><td>$15-$2,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1864-1873<\/td><td>Two Cent Pieces<\/td><td>$5-$125<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1875-1878<\/td><td>Twenty Cent Pieces<\/td><td>$30-$1,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1834-1839<\/td><td>Classic Quarter Eagles<\/td><td>$225-$5,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1854-1889<\/td><td>Three Dollar Gold Pieces<\/td><td>$500-$6,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1854-1856<\/td><td>Gold Dollars Small Liberty Head w\/ motto on front<\/td><td>$350-$10,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1840-1873<\/td><td>Seated Dollars<\/td><td>$75-$2,500<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/heading","attrs":{"level":3},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-flowing-hair-silver-dollar\"><strong>Flowing Hair Silver Dollar<\/strong><\/h3>\n","innerContent":["\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-flowing-hair-silver-dollar\"><strong>Flowing Hair Silver Dollar<\/strong><\/h3>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>The Flowing Hair Silver Dollar was <strong>one of the first silver coins <\/strong>minted from 1794 to 1795 and was also the <strong>first dollar coin issued<\/strong> by the U.S. federal government. The size and weight are based on the Spanish dollar, which was a popular coin at that time. The coins were produced twice before being replaced by the Draped Bust dollar. In August 2021, a rare flowing hair coin went for<strong> $6.6 million<\/strong> at Heritage Auctions.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>The Flowing Hair Silver Dollar was <strong>one of the first silver coins <\/strong>minted from 1794 to 1795 and was also the <strong>first dollar coin issued<\/strong> by the U.S. federal government. The size and weight are based on the Spanish dollar, which was a popular coin at that time. The coins were produced twice before being replaced by the Draped Bust dollar. In August 2021, a rare flowing hair coin went for<strong> $6.6 million<\/strong> at Heritage Auctions.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/image","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/2_dc15d4693d.png\" alt=\"post-img\"\/><\/figure>\n","innerContent":["\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/2_dc15d4693d.png\" alt=\"post-img\"\/><\/figure>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":{"align":"center","fontSize":"small"},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><em>A 1794 Flowing Hair Silver Dollar that sold for $6.6 million in August 2021.<\/em><\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><em>A 1794 Flowing Hair Silver Dollar that sold for $6.6 million in August 2021.<\/em><\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":{"align":"center","fontSize":"small"},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><em>Source: coins.ha.com<\/em><\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><em>Source: coins.ha.com<\/em><\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/heading","attrs":{"level":3},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-justinian-coin-from-695-ad\"><strong>Justinian coin from 695 AD<\/strong><\/h3>\n","innerContent":["\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-justinian-coin-from-695-ad\"><strong>Justinian coin from 695 AD<\/strong><\/h3>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>Another rare coin is the gold Justinian coin. It's one of the earliest depictions of Christ on a coin minted in 695 AD by Byzantine Emperor Justinian II. The coin was <strong>controversial <\/strong>at the time because a depiction of Christ on something that wasn't holy violated tradition. These valuable coins are worth a bit, with one coin selling for <strong>$19,200<\/strong> at Heritage Auctions in 2021.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>Another rare coin is the gold Justinian coin. It's one of the earliest depictions of Christ on a coin minted in 695 AD by Byzantine Emperor Justinian II. The coin was <strong>controversial <\/strong>at the time because a depiction of Christ on something that wasn't holy violated tradition. These valuable coins are worth a bit, with one coin selling for <strong>$19,200<\/strong> at Heritage Auctions in 2021.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/image","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3_19b824a53c.jpg\" alt=\"post-img\"\/><\/figure>\n","innerContent":["\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3_19b824a53c.jpg\" alt=\"post-img\"\/><\/figure>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":{"align":"center","fontSize":"small"},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><em>Chart tracking sale prices of assets similar to Justinian coin from August 2018 to July 2022 (not adjusted for inflation).<\/em><\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><em>Chart tracking sale prices of assets similar to Justinian coin from August 2018 to July 2022 (not adjusted for inflation).<\/em><\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":{"align":"center","fontSize":"small"},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><em>Source: rallyrd.com<\/em><\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><em>Source: rallyrd.com<\/em><\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/heading","attrs":{"level":3},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-henry-iii-gold-penny\"><strong>Henry III Gold Penny<\/strong><\/h3>\n","innerContent":["\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-henry-iii-gold-penny\"><strong>Henry III Gold Penny<\/strong><\/h3>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>The Henry III Gold Penny is <strong>one of England's first gold coins<\/strong> issued around 1216-1272. Only a handful of coins are known, making this an incredibly rare and valuable coin. The coin depicts English King Henry III. While only a few exist, they are occasionally found in the U.K. One found by an amateur metal detectorist in Devon, England, fetched a record<strong> $873,073<\/strong> in January 2022.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>The Henry III Gold Penny is <strong>one of England's first gold coins<\/strong> issued around 1216-1272. Only a handful of coins are known, making this an incredibly rare and valuable coin. The coin depicts English King Henry III. While only a few exist, they are occasionally found in the U.K. One found by an amateur metal detectorist in Devon, England, fetched a record<strong> $873,073<\/strong> in January 2022.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/image","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_0630f79030.png\" alt=\"post-img\"\/><\/figure>\n","innerContent":["\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_0630f79030.png\" alt=\"post-img\"\/><\/figure>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":{"align":"center","fontSize":"small"},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><em>A Henry III gold penny that sold for $720,000 in 2021 at Heritage Auctions.<\/em><\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><em>A Henry III gold penny that sold for $720,000 in 2021 at Heritage Auctions.<\/em><\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":{"align":"center","fontSize":"small"},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><em>Source: coins.ha.com<\/em><\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><em>Source: coins.ha.com<\/em><\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/heading","attrs":{"level":3},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ship-of-gold-coin-from-1857\"><strong>\"Ship of Gold\" coin from 1857<\/strong><\/h3>\n","innerContent":["\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ship-of-gold-coin-from-1857\"><strong>\"Ship of Gold\" coin from 1857<\/strong><\/h3>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>In 1857, a postal ship carrying <strong>$1.6 million in gold<\/strong> (or $54 million today with inflation) sank off the coast of North Carolina and the crew drowned along with its valuables. In 1986, a discovery group located the ship and<strong> found its cargo still intact<\/strong>, including gold coins. Today, many of these coins can go for tens of thousands of dollars, like one in excellent condition that sold for <strong>$198,000<\/strong> at Heritage Auctions in August 2022.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>In 1857, a postal ship carrying <strong>$1.6 million in gold<\/strong> (or $54 million today with inflation) sank off the coast of North Carolina and the crew drowned along with its valuables. In 1986, a discovery group located the ship and<strong> found its cargo still intact<\/strong>, including gold coins. Today, many of these coins can go for tens of thousands of dollars, like one in excellent condition that sold for <strong>$198,000<\/strong> at Heritage Auctions in August 2022.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/image","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/5_35a36aac8d.jpg\" alt=\"post-img\"\/><\/figure>\n","innerContent":["\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/5_35a36aac8d.jpg\" alt=\"post-img\"\/><\/figure>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":{"align":"center","fontSize":"small"},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><em>Chart tracking sale prices of assets similar to 1857 Ship of Gold coin from Nov. 2001 to Feb. 2022 (not adjusted for inflation).<\/em><\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><em>Chart tracking sale prices of assets similar to 1857 Ship of Gold coin from Nov. 2001 to Feb. 2022 (not adjusted for inflation).<\/em><\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":{"align":"center","fontSize":"small"},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><em>Source: rallyrd.com<\/em><\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><em>Source: rallyrd.com<\/em><\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/heading","attrs":{"level":3},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-umayyad-gold-dinar\"><strong>Umayyad Gold Dinar<\/strong><\/h3>\n","innerContent":["\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-umayyad-gold-dinar\"><strong>Umayyad Gold Dinar<\/strong><\/h3>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>This gold coin from 724 to 743 AD is one of the most valuable foreign coins coveted by collectors. It's <strong>among the first medieval Islamic coins made of gold<\/strong> issued by the Umayyad Caliphate. The dinars have no images but instead are lined with Kufic inscriptions. They can go from<strong> a few hundred dollars<\/strong> to as much as<strong> $25,850<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>This gold coin from 724 to 743 AD is one of the most valuable foreign coins coveted by collectors. It's <strong>among the first medieval Islamic coins made of gold<\/strong> issued by the Umayyad Caliphate. The dinars have no images but instead are lined with Kufic inscriptions. They can go from<strong> a few hundred dollars<\/strong> to as much as<strong> $25,850<\/strong>.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/heading","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-where-to-buy-rare-coins\">Where to buy rare coins<\/h2>\n","innerContent":["\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-where-to-buy-rare-coins\">Where to buy rare coins<\/h2>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>Don\u2019t go rummaging through your pocket change just yet. Many avid coin collectors start by attending coin shows. Private dealers and auction houses tend to be where the rarest coins are found.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>Don\u2019t go rummaging through your pocket change just yet. Many avid coin collectors start by attending coin shows. Private dealers and auction houses tend to be where the rarest coins are found.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>Unlike stocks, not every valuable coin is the same. While two 1943 Lincoln head copper coins might look similar, there could be subtle differences that cause one to be worth more. This is the inherent difference between investing in gold coins versus other ways to invest in gold.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>Unlike stocks, not every valuable coin is the same. While two 1943 Lincoln head copper coins might look similar, there could be subtle differences that cause one to be worth more. This is the inherent difference between investing in gold coins versus other ways to invest in gold.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>You can also find valuable coins on investment platforms like Rally. Rally lets you invest in various kinds of collectibles besides rare coins, such as Star Wars action figures, rare Pok\u00e9mon cards, and even luxury watches.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>You can also find valuable coins on investment platforms like Rally. Rally lets you invest in various kinds of collectibles besides rare coins, such as Star Wars action figures, rare Pok\u00e9mon cards, and even luxury watches.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>Rally sources collectibles and takes care of storage and maintenance. They then securitize the collectibles\u2014like the world's first coin from 561 to 546 BC\u2014to make it easy for retail investors to buy and sell fractional shares.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>Rally sources collectibles and takes care of storage and maintenance. They then securitize the collectibles\u2014like the world's first coin from 561 to 546 BC\u2014to make it easy for retail investors to buy and sell fractional shares.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/articles\/best-gold-coins-to-invest-in\/\">Best Gold Bullion Coins to Invest In<\/a><\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/articles\/best-gold-coins-to-invest-in\/\">Best Gold Bullion Coins to Invest In<\/a><\/p>\n"]}],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/469","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/11"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=469"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/469\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/481"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=469"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=469"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=469"},{"taxonomy":"post_authors","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/post_authors?post=469"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}