Elithenewguy

Than you for all your advice its very humbling to hear. I have up most respect for all of you and am very appreciative for all your advice and look forward to learning more about this hobby.

So how do you know what coins are with grading. I have a few coins that look uncerculated very clean and shiny no errors are coins like that worth sending for grading? Sorry for all the questions just want to be a sponge and learn as much as I can since I am new to all this

Wow thats awesome thank you for that break down. It's so amazing how technical all this stuff is. So with all that said in your opinion is this something worth grading or worth any value? I know generally this is common. Like die cracks for example I have about 30 or so coins with die cracks since those are common I am assuming the value in them are low just like this example. Thank you for your input I am extremely grateful for you taking time out of your day to help me with this. 

I hope these help 

As requested. I will post them in a few post I cant seem to get them all to send

Hello everyone I just needbsome opinions I found this Penny with what looks like an upside down 2 in TRUST on the front. Not sure if I was imaginig this I attached a picture 

Found a coin with this crack in it not sure what to make of it

On 2/1/2023 at 7:49 PM, EagleRJO said:

Well if there is a blob at the 2 how can you tell it's a 1982 penny?

And if you were looking for a 1982-D small date copper penny see the attached I put together from a few sources which may help in your endeavor, however unlikely it may be finding one (virtually impossible).

Some specifically go out of their way looking for super rare coins and errors like the 1982-D small date copper penny, which I agree is almost certainly going to be a waste of time.

But if I just happen to come across say a 1982 penny, I would quickly look to see if it's a D mark and look at the 2 in the date to see if its a good distance away from the edge (as it would be for a "small date").  Then, once in a blue moon if its a 1982-D small date I might toss it on an accurate scale quick, since that is typically right next to me.  For a basic check as I come across these things it's probably less than a minute, but you gotta be in it to win it.  

It's definitely not a small date but here is a picture of it

On 2/1/2023 at 2:38 PM, GoldFinger1969 said:

Just my opinion....don't waste time or effort looking at or for stuff like this.  It's almost certainly not going to amount to anything worth $$$ or your time....focus on coins or coin types you like and buy those...study those...read about those.

JMHO. 

I definitely am. I found the full set of 2009 Lincoln pennies in excellent condition pretty cool to have and a few coins from the 60s and 70s that look really nice I just happen to come across these few coins with minor flaws and just have questions about them. Now really looking for money just want expert opinions. 

Ok I have another one. I found a 1982 penny with a blob where the 2 should be🤦🏽‍♂️

So I just found this and don't know what to make of it any input?

Ok thanks. So what exactly should I be looking for besides the obvious 🤔. I am definitely guilty of the school of YouTube some of these guys make it seem like you have the holy grail with this 1958 DD penny or that 1943 copper im hear weighing every coin to see if the weight is off and gwt confused. I found a 1988 penny that weighing 3.1 grams I just tossed it in the pile with the rest it so confusing

Thank you for your input it is much appreciated. although I am only interested in coins as a hobby as I have stated before if I can make a little money doing it then why not. It anything in life there is always a hustle, and I see the hustle with this and I respect it, especially being new to this. If I would have any issue not saying that I do but if I did it would be with someone not have integrity accountability or for their actions. Anyone who has ever served this great nation understands that a soldiers integrity is the most important thing we have, its what keeps us alive. All I ask for being new to this is honesty and integrity. I just want to learn have fun and maybe make a few bucks with that said any advice on which microscope would be best for a beginner like me to get for a closer look at these coins so far I've only been using my phone.

On 1/25/2023 at 7:07 PM, GoldFinger1969 said:

Eli, are you planning on just looking for valuable coins and hoping lightning strikes...or do you intend to learn, educate yourself, spend time reading....and then buy (and maybe sell) certain coins or types of coins?

I'm looking to learn. I'm not a "waiting for lightning to strike" kind of guy. I survived 4 combat deployments in the middle east that enough lightning for me. I find this process fascinating, im holding a1942 penny right now just thinking of the journey this coin has had all these years and now it sits here with me. But also if there is opportunity to make some money why not just a bonus I guess.

Thank you all for taking time out to help me out. I am a disabled veteran just looking for a hobby looking through these coins help with my anxiety believe it or not. But if I can make a little cash while doing it then why not so thank you all sincerely for your guidance it is much appreciated. I have one more for you 🤣 I found this dime with a tint on it what do you all think. It also has some strike marks on some of the letters on the back. Can't see much of the tint in the picture but is has a bluish patina to it 

On 1/25/2023 at 4:42 PM, VKurtB said:

There are a hundred or more reasons to NOT have a coin graded and very few reasons to have it graded. HOWEVER, to many many people, having a coin graded, any coin at any grade, has become some sort of rite of passage. It’s kind of like getting your Webelo badge in Cub Scouts, I suppose. I don’t get it. Less than 2% of my coins are graded, and I’ll likely be dead soon. There is tons of misinformation on having coins graded out there, and key staff of grading companies drive fancy cars and have big homes. So you have decisions to make. How many Mercedes do you feel you need to contribute toward?

Makes sense thanks for the advice. So if I have a mediocre coin and want to sell it where do you recommend posting it for sale

On 1/25/2023 at 3:26 PM, Sandon said:

   Welcome to the NGC chat board.

   Your 1986 Lincoln cent has a weak "6" and weak lettering on the reverse due to a weak strike and, regarding the "6", possibly that numeral on the die being partly filled with dirt or grease.  Either of these causes would be regarded by collectors as poor quality control rather than as a mint error and do not add value to the coin. (It may also have heat or other damage.) Based on your photo, the marks beneath the eagle's head on your Sacagawea dollar are nicks or "digs" (damage) and also add no value to the coin.  Both coins are only worth face value.

   There is a great deal of misinformation being spread on the internet that valuable mint errors or other valuable coins can be found in circulation, which is in reality highly unlikely. For some legitimate sites regarding mint errors and die varieties, see www.error-ref.com, www.doubleddie.com, and www.varietyvista.com.  For more basic information to learn about U.S. coins and how to collect them, see the following topic on this forum:

   

I also just found ab1941 mercury dime any info on that? Is it worth getting rated?

Hello I'm new to this coin Hobbie. I have a few coins I have questions about if any one can help with identifying if there is any value. I found a 1986 penny with theb6 on they year half missing and some of the letters mission on the back. Any feed back would be great. I also found a dollar coin with some weird marks on the back under the eagles head