Are they still making them. They use to be collectors items so much that they wouldn’t get into circulation for long.
Go to your local bank and you can buy them by the rolls if you want. They are not scarce. My bank has Half Dollars, Silver Dollars, gold dollars, and 2.00 bills.
Some were minted by accident back then.
They are all minted, really think about that for a minute…. Anyway, look at the sides of the coins, where the ridges are…. And look for the copper, if there is none you might have a solid silver coin…. By the way, the sound that a coin makes when it is dropped, is different than a copper coin. A silver quarter versus a regular quarter- sound different. that goes for all coins.
I have a variety of silver half dollars and quarters. 1957,1961,1963,1964,1965,1966, and 1968 Half Dollars. And also, 1946,1953,1962,1963,1964 Quarters all silver. Are they worth anything, or can you tell me a website to find out if they are or not? Thanks for your time!
First the 1965, 1966 and 1968 half dollars are only 40% silver. The rest of your items are standard issue 90% silver coins. There is nothing rare or special about your dates, all are common. There is no mention of the condition of the coins so I am going to assume they are in average circulated condition. In that condition they have more value for their silver than any collector value. Figure 8 times face value for the 90% stuff maybe 2 or 3 times face for the 40% silver.
Sorry, not a whole lot of value but a nice start on a collection.
Commemorative Coins As Souvenirs
The popularity of commemorative coins has risen. Often they are given as gifts for special occasions and are kept for many years as souvenirs from a dear friend or loved one.
There is a great demand for commemorative coins among collectors as it signifies a mint date or an important event.
From the 1970’s there were individual commemorative coins in the market each year, but now they come in packages as sets. This type of marketing is largely because of the introduction of the euro and the depreciation of the coins which started in 1971.
Some countries have used commemorative coins for propaganda and Royalty has issued coins to mark special events or occasions.
The Different Commemorative Coins Produced
In 1892 the Columbian Exposition was remembered by the production of the half dollar. This was to celebrate the 400th anniversary of Christopher Columbus’ discovery of the New World.
The next year the quarter dollar came into existence – this honored the Spanish Queen Isabella who championed Women’s Rights.
In the 1900’s the early coins in silver were introduced – these coins were in honor of George Washington and Lafayette – the next year the half dollar came out and there were legal tender coins to celebrate historical events from 1892-1954.
The Washington Quarter dollar came out in 1932 – this was in honor of George Washington’s 200th birth anniversary and is an extremely well known commemorative coin and enjoys a wide circulation.
Commemorative coins from 1892-1954 were not circulated as the United States had not legalized it for the public so collectors do not pay high costs for these coins.
The Bicentennial quarter came into existence in 1975. This commemorative coin was the second one to be circulated and the half and Silver Dollars (1776-1976) were issued again and these were considered a special edition for collectors.
Each collector has his own individual taste in coins. Most of the collectors prefer the modern coins, but there are those who like the coins from 1892-1954. The modern coins have different monetary values according to the series.
There have been many series that have come out and there was a suggestion to Congress to release the Lincoln cent to commemorate his birth anniversary. But it is not known whether a commemorative coin of 1 cent will ever be released.
There seems to be a strange pattern in the circulation of commemorative coins. The silver and half dollar coins from 1776-1976 are not really popular with collectors because they are scarce. The coins that are most in circulation are the quarter dollars. It would be indeed something of a speculation if the proposal to circulate the commemorative coin of one cent denomination will eventually come into being.
What Are Commemorative Coins – Commemorative Coins Hold A Meaning
Abhishek Agarwal
http://www.articlesbase.com/collecting-articles/commemorative-coins-what-every-collector-longs-for-739712.html
There is a category of coins called bullion coins. These are high value coins. Not only do their supply is limited, they originate in special places such as shipwrecks, sunk ships found at the sea-bed, or from excavation sites where signs of some past habitation has been discovered, etc. There are people who collect such precious coins. Here we describe bullion categories based on the metals and each metal you have sub-categories.
1. Silver Bullion
Silver coins are among the best known bullion coins. They are quite popular and belong to the category of expensive collectible items. Internet has many sites selling them online along with other expensive items.
Another high priced coin popularly showcased on online websites is the silver ingot. It is believed to have been recovered froma treasure wreck such as the sunk Spanish ship, Atocha which contained treasure and artifacts; silver ingots were found among them. Another theory is that they came from some dilapidated Colorado Mines where miners had hidden them.
The officially sealed Maple Leaf silver coins, from the Royal Canadian Mint, are also fashionable among coin collectors. Then you have Half Dollars featuring the Walking Liberty, or a dealer roll of first strike 1994 American Eagles, besides Masterpieces from Franklin Mint.
2. Gold Bullian
For people who collect gold bullion, there are well known gold coins known as Krugerrands from South Africa. Among other popular options you have the European Gold Crowns of the period between late 1800s to early 1900s, the Canadian Maple Leaf gold coins and the American Eagle coins. You may also want to go for British sovereigns, Swiss Helveteas, or the French Roosters. These are available on Internet.
Also available online are 10-ounce Swiss gold bar, American eagle proof set and the China Gold Panda set. You can also look for gold bullion in the American Eagle, Rounds, Bars, Mixed Lots and in other categories of coins on the Internet.
3. Platinum Bullion
This is the least common form of bullion compared to the other two. Notable platinum bullion comes in Eagle sets, the French Statue of Liberty coins and Koala proofs. Recently, some safety vaults of the collapsed World Trade Center have yielded a crucible dish made from platinum bullions, an Engelhard platinum bar, and the Johnson Matthew Year of the Dragon coins.
4. Bullion as Special Gift
If you wish your bullion collection can provide thoughtful gifts for spaecial occasions like birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, etc. for your dear ones. For example, a bullion bar can be a unique birthday gift if it features a happy birthday greetings. Likewise, say for a wedding anniversary, you may select bullion featuring the wedding year. A bride may expect 24-karat gold or silver flakes as her wedding gift from her groom.
How to buy bullion coins
Buying bullion coins can be highly expensive. Here is a check-list of what to do when buying bullion coins:
1. Decide on what type of bullion you want to buy beforehand.
2. Try finding out the preference of the person for who you want to buy and ask if he/she can accompany you for purchase.
3. Find out the delivery cost and estimate the total cost.
4. Ensure that the seller will deliver in time, particularly while ordering online.
5. Don’t make instant payments.
6. Investigate the seller’s background and his reputation.
No doubt bullion coins are expensive, but they can be used beautifully to express intimate sentiments on special occasions in one’s life. No other form of gift can do that so beautifully.
Abhishek Agarwal
http://www.articlesbase.com/collecting-articles/4-bullion-coin-facts-6-exciting-tips-to-purchase-them-right-739661.html
There is a category of coins called bullion coins. These are high value coins. Not only do their supply is limited, they originate in special places such as shipwrecks, sunk ships found at the sea-bed, or from excavation sites where signs of some past habitation has been discovered, etc. There are people who collect such precious coins. Here we describe bullion categories based on the metals and each metal you have sub-categories.
1. Silver Bullion
Silver coins are among the best known bullion coins. They are quite popular and belong to the category of expensive collectible items. Internet has many sites selling them online along with other expensive items.
Another high priced coin popularly showcased on online websites is the silver ingot. It is believed to have been recovered froma treasure wreck such as the sunk Spanish ship, Atocha which contained treasure and artifacts; silver ingots were found among them. Another theory is that they came from some dilapidated Colorado Mines where miners had hidden them.
The officially sealed Maple Leaf silver coins, from the Royal Canadian Mint, are also fashionable among coin collectors. Then you have Half Dollars featuring the Walking Liberty, or a dealer roll of first strike 1994 American Eagles, besides Masterpieces from Franklin Mint.
2. Gold Bullian
For people who collect gold bullion, there are well known gold coins known as Krugerrands from South Africa. Among other popular options you have the European Gold Crowns of the period between late 1800s to early 1900s, the Canadian Maple Leaf gold coins and the American Eagle coins. You may also want to go for British sovereigns, Swiss Helveteas, or the French Roosters. These are available on Internet.
Also available online are 10-ounce Swiss gold bar, American eagle proof set and the China Gold Panda set. You can also look for gold bullion in the American Eagle, Rounds, Bars, Mixed Lots and in other categories of coins on the Internet.
3. Platinum Bullion
This is the least common form of bullion compared to the other two. Notable platinum bullion comes in Eagle sets, the French Statue of Liberty coins and Koala proofs. Recently, some safety vaults of the collapsed World Trade Center have yielded a crucible dish made from platinum bullions, an Engelhard platinum bar, and the Johnson Matthew Year of the Dragon coins.
4. Bullion as Special Gift
If you wish your bullion collection can provide thoughtful gifts for spaecial occasions like birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, etc. for your dear ones. For example, a bullion bar can be a unique birthday gift if it features a happy birthday greetings. Likewise, say for a wedding anniversary, you may select bullion featuring the wedding year. A bride may expect 24-karat gold or silver flakes as her wedding gift from her groom.
How to buy bullion coins
Buying bullion coins can be highly expensive. Here is a check-list of what to do when buying bullion coins:
1. Decide on what type of bullion you want to buy beforehand.
2. Try finding out the preference of the person for who you want to buy and ask if he/she can accompany you for purchase.
3. Find out the delivery cost and estimate the total cost.
4. Ensure that the seller will deliver in time, particularly while ordering online.
5. Don’t make instant payments.
6. Investigate the seller’s background and his reputation.
No doubt bullion coins are expensive, but they can be used beautifully to express intimate sentiments on special occasions in one’s life. No other form of gift can do that so beautifully.
Abhishek Agarwal
http://www.articlesbase.com/collecting-articles/4-bullion-coin-facts-6-exciting-tips-to-purchase-them-right-739661.html
I know the 1964-1970 are made of silver and are being taken out and are an extremely rare find. While the 1970, 1987, and 2002-present were only issued in Mint Sets so they were never in circulation but what about 1971-1986 and 1988-2001? I was thinking banks and post offices but I’m not sure about those.
Banks still have them from time to time. A column in Coin World the weekly coin magazine called Found in Rolls lists from time to time a lot of the silver ones found in rolls that came from banks. I live in the North country of New Hampshire and find rolls of 1/2′s at the banks in the area. so check your banks and when out of your area check the ones you drive by. You can email Bill O’ Rourke the person that writes the Found in Rolls column by going to www.foundinrolls.com
The price of silver changes every day. You need to check the markets to determine what the value is per ounce, you can do that by searching for the price with yahoo! In the 1940′s silver coins were only worth as much as they were minted. So in 1940 a silver dollar was worth one dollar. Now it’s worth about 10 dollars. Also paper money was printed bearing the label "silver certificate" where you could exchange the paper for coin at any time.
I agree with the first responder. Check out the coin shows. They are excellent sources but be prepared and know what the coins are worth and how to grade them. Here is a site that might be of help.
I have 2 half a dollars from 1944 how much money could i get off of it.
keep them till you are old and wrinkled…
you’ll get over $1 then.