Understanding the 4 kinds of Kennedy Halves: 1964, 1965-1971, Modern Clad, and Commemorative These kinds are not only differentiated by their year, but by their silver content, which changes their value--both inherent and numismatic--substantially. 1964 1964 was the...
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If you can’t figure out what something is, how much it’s worth, or where to sell it, make an appointment at curiositycoins.com and meet with us today! We can even keep the item secure for you while we find a price and buyer, or offer you money the same day! With Curiosity Coins you get excellent service on excellent services, we have been in the antique business for more than a decade and can get you an amazing price for any type of item!
Should You Clean Old Coins Before Selling Them?
The quick answer is no. In most cases, you should not clean old coins before selling them. It may seem like a good idea to make a coin look brighter or more attractive, especially if it has dark toning, dirt, or buildup. But cleaning, polishing, or rubbing a coin,...
Check Your Coins Before Cashing In
Before You Use a Coinstar Machine, Check Your Coins for Hidden Value It happens all the time. A jar of loose change sits on a shelf, a tin of old coins gets tucked in a drawer, or a small collection is passed down from a parent or grandparent. To most people, it just...
Foreign Coin Dealers Near Me in Medway, MA
If you’ve been searching for “foreign coin dealers near me” and you’re anywhere near Medway, Massachusetts, you don’t have to keep scrolling. Curiosity Coins offers a personal, one-on-one experience for collectors who want to buy, sell, or simply learn more about...
The Epfig Roman Coin Hoard: 52,503 Coins Lost for Nearly 1,700 Years
In 2010, a construction crew in the quiet Alsatian village of Epfig, France was digging a new sewerage system when their equipment struck something extraordinary — ceramic vessels packed with thousands of ancient bronze coins. What they had uncovered was one of the...
Silver Market Update
For our clients and friends in Medway and beyond Silver has had a year few people will forget. As of February 6, 2026, silver is trading in the $73–$76 per ounce range. One year ago, silver was sitting near $29/oz. Even after the recent pullback from January’s...
Silver Prices Are Up. What’s Sitting in Your Drawer?
If you’ve been paying attention to precious metals lately, you’ve probably noticed one thing. Silver prices have climbed fast, and they’re holding strong. That makes right now one of the best times in years to take a second look at the silver you already own. Most...
Gold & Silver Markets Are Red Hot Right Now
Why This May Be the Best Time to Sell Your Coins and Precious Metals If you’ve been paying attention to the news or tracking gold and silver prices, you already know the market is strong. Gold continues to hold high levels, silver has surged to historic ranges, and...