Brand new member, here. Are these worth getting appraised? 1888-1909
My father worked at a bank in the 1960's and started this collection (as well as for other coins) back then. I remember when I was kid him showing these to me, and now they're mine. Recently given to me by my mother who'd forgotten about them; I have no doubt there's been any funny business with them since his passing 20+ years ago. In fact, I don't think they've even been taken out to see the light of day in 40 years!
Are they corroded, uncirculated or ?? I'd rather not handle them outside of their booklet myself and I know better than to try and clean them on my own. I've also heard horror stories of them coming back looking completely different after being in the care of an appraiser. What to do??
Not sure if this is even worth my time. I'm in no hurry to sell, if at all. Any genuine, helpful advise appreciated.
Thanks, Charlie
Brand new member, here. Are these worth getting appraised? 1888-1909 My father worked at a bank in the 1960's and started this collection (as well as for other coins) back then. I remember when I was kid him showing these to me, and now they're mine. Recently given to me by my mother who'd forgotten about them; I have no doubt there's been any funny business with them since his passing 20+ years ago. In fact, I don't think they've even been taken out to see the light of day in 40 years! Are they corroded, uncirculated or ?? I'd rather not handle them outside of their booklet myself and I know better than to try and clean them on my own. I've also heard horror stories of them coming back looking completely different after being in the care of an appraiser. What to do?? Not sure if this is even worth my time. I'm in no hurry to sell, if at all. Any genuine, helpful advise appreciated. Thanks, Charlie
