********************************************************************** Category : Collectibles QAId : 2913238 Asker : Julia64 Subject : old coins Private : No Question : Where can I find information about old coinds or people who colect them becouse i think I have a old coind and cost some money please.Thank you. Answer : Please refer to the answer given in the Coin Collecting section for this same question. Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 2913343 Asker : tondmann Subject : camel joe collectibles Private : No Question : i can't find out some prices of my camel joe collectibles. i'm looking to sell them and i have some old things. how could i find the price? Answer : To find out what your items are currently selling for, I would recommend you go to the eBay auction site -- http://www.ebay.com/ -- and do a search on joe camel. I just did this, and it came up with 655 items! You can narrow your search by being more specific. Don't forget to search the completed items, to see what things actually sold for in the past month. Good Luck! Dan Rating : 2.1 Rating : 2.1 Rating : 2.1 Rating : 2.1 Rating : 2.1 Rating : 2.1 Rating : 2.1 Rating : 2.1 Rating : 2.1 Rating : 2.1 Rating : 2.1 Rating : 2.1 Rating : 2.1 Rating : 2.1 Rating : 2.1 Rating : 2.1 Rating : 2.1 Rating : 2.1 Rating : 2.1 Rating : 2.1 Rating : 2.1 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 2913671 Asker : Anonymous Subject : coin prices Private : No Question : I have a 2 cent coin that is clearly dated 1864 with what seems to be no dents or nicks in the coin. The coin is of dark brownish color that I am assuming comes from age. It has not been cleaned excessively and is in a clear case. All of the writing on the coin ("2", "United States of America", and the date) are very readable. From this information how much money do you think that I could get if I were to sell this coin? (if it helps any, this specific coin was made at the United States Mint) Answer : Please refer to the answers given to this question in the Coin Collecting section. 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Answer : By the size of the coin, what you have could be a Draped Bust, Small Eagle Silver Dollar. However, with the value of these coins being several hundreds to thousands of dollars, it is very possible that you have a counterfeit. All authentic draped bust dollars have the words "HUNDRED CENTS, ONE DOLLAR OR UNIT" stamped into the edge of the coin. With the depth that the letters are stamped into the coin, your coin would have to be extremely worn -- to the point of having little or no details left on either side of the coin -- for the edge lettering to be completely worn off. You should be able to see at least some of the letters on the edge. If you cannot see any edge lettering, your coin probably is a counterfeit. If when you look at the edge, you see what looks like a line or seam that runs along the center of the edge, all the way around the coin, then what you have is a cast counterfeit. Use a magnifier and check the coin's surfaces for the appearance of casting bubbles or pimples. You can also check the coin's weight. An authentic coin should weigh just under 27 grams. Its composition should be 90% silver and 10% copper. Many cast counterfeits use some other kind of base metal or lead, and will either be to light or too heavy. This is a sure giveaway for a counterfeit. Here are some pictures you can compare to your coin : http://www.goes.com/~hope99/1797.jpg http://www.davedubin.com/ebay/C034722p.jpg http://www.davedubin.com/ebay/c034398p.jpg http://www.davedubin.com/ebay/34753p.jpg http://imagehost.auctionwatch.com/bin/imageserver.x/0007d971/ecoins/1d1797Obv.JPG http://imagehost.auctionwatch.com/bin/imageserver.x/0007d972/ecoins/1d1797Rev.JPG http://imagehost.auctionwatch.com/bin/imageserver.x/000dd9c0/investmentraritiesgroup/967654786-picture.jpeg http://imagehost.auctionwatch.com/bin/imageserver.x/000dd9d1/investmentraritiesgroup/967654959-picture.jpeg Dan Rating : 5 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3052833 Asker : LMolineux Subject : Help with a collection of mine. Private : No Question : Ok here is what i am trying to do see i have asked in the past here on the net if people could record a 2 hour slab of the weather channel from their cable suplier if you just stick in a tape and tune it to the weather channel and hit record see i am trying to get a collection together i am only doing a personal collection of weather channel local forecasts that you see in your area I have my area covered and a few other Area's Covered but I want to see if i can get some other Area's Covered. I have gotten people from Boston Anchorage alaska Portland Maine Atlanta GA and some areas of Texas and Some Areas in California. So if you could please help out i would be very greatly appricative and hey i will pay for the shipping and if you want also the tape? Take this as an example: I live here in Philadelphia area i see Philadelphia PA weather information Now for the Rest of the information that will Help If you Live in Boston or New York City you would see you local forecast for that city not for philadelphia see i can state one more to you. If you Live in Orlando you would see Orlando's weather also like Huston or Dallas you would See Houstons or Dallas's Weather information if you are interested in helping please add it here please Thank you, Lee Answer : I would be happy to help you out. I live in Monroe, Michigan -- right between Detroit, Michigan and Toledo, Ohio. Send me an email directly to Working.Man@usa.net and we can work out the details and exchange addresses. Dan FUQuestion : here you go here is my email address can you email me first please so i can get some more info for a few more things please and hey thank you. lmolineux@erols.com Thank you, Lee Molineux Answer : I have emailed you my address. Dan Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3052913 Asker : res02iqf Subject : coin collecting Private : No Question : Where can I find web sites that have information on "coin collecting?" Answer : There is an excellent free online coin club, with over 3000 members worldwide, online newsletter, monthly auction, email discussion groups, and many other features. It's called CoinMasters You can check them out at : http://www.coinmasters.org/welcome.html Have fun! Dan Moore CoinMasters Member # 1814 The Working Man's Rare Coins http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/rarecoins/ p.s. there are also other answers to this same question in the Coin Collecting section. 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Dan FUQuestion : cALLED AND EMAILED them - they do not have - I am still looking - if you come across one PLEASE LET ME KNOW THANK YOU Answer : well, I haven't found any other websites, but I did find a place that has links to over 350 doll websites -- maybe one of them can help you : http://www.dolltop50.com/ here's another site with a lot of links : http://collectdolls.about.com/hobbies/collectdolls/cs/shoppingfordolls/index.htm this is about all I could find. Good Luck! Dan Answer : This also seems to be a very active message board : http://www.collectiblesnet.com/dolls.htm You may try posting a wanted ad there. Dan Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5297289 Asker : Anonymous Subject : I have a problem Private : No Question : Hello! everyone I would like to auction item on ebay or others websites,I must upload photos.But I have no my own URL!So I would like to know that where is there the website which free keep photos or pictures? Thank you very much! Answer : eBay offers free image hosting. You can put 1 or 2 pictures in your listing for free. When you go to the selling page : http://pages.ebay.com/sell/index.html you will see an option to Choose your photo hosting preference. When you click on that, you will be taken to a page where you select "I want to use eBay's Picture Services". Then when you click on the continue button, you will be taken back to the selling page, where you select your main category, and continue on with the listing process. The next screen you will see is the page where you upload your picture(s) from your computer to the eBay server. Just click on the first box to be taken to a browse window to select your picture from your computer. You can also find a turorial about it here : http://pages.ebay.com/help/basics/photoservices1.html I hope this helps, Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5325740 Asker : tlbucc Subject : value Private : No Question : i would like to know how much a 1942 "silver winged Liberty dime worth Answer : Thank you for your question. 1942 is a very common date for Mercury dimes. The value of your coin will depend on its condition. If there is significant wear on the coin, then it's only going to be worth the silver it contains -- currently about 30 cents. If there is only a very light amount of wear on the highest points of the coin, then it will be worth about $1 If there is absolutely no wear (uncirculated), then depending on the amount of contact marks visible, your coin will be worth $3-$15 If your coin is uncirculated, has no visible contact marks, and a full strike -- with raised, rounded, and seperated horizontal bands on the fasces on the reverse, then it will be worth about $30 -- unless you find an "S" mint mark on the reverse, near the rim, at about 7 o'clock, then it will be worth about $100 Have fun! Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5429421 Asker : jofjones Subject : Auctions Private : No Question : I used to use Yahoo closed auctions as a handy guide for the selling price of various items. I haven't used it lately, and when I tried to go back to it, I couldn't find "closed auctions". does yahoo still have that feature? if so, how do I find it. Thank you, Jo Answer : I believed they changed the way to get to the closed auctions. You either have to do a search of the active auctions first, and then go to the bottom of the page and click on the Closed Auctions link. Or you can go here : http://list.auctions.yahoo.com/show/searchoptions?tab=cl to do a search on closed auctions. You can also do searches on eBay closed auctions. It works in the same manner. Either you search the live auctions and click on the Completed Auctions link, or you go here to do your search : http://pages.ebay.com/search/items/search_completed.html Have Fun! Dan Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5429470 Asker : Anonymous Subject : antiques Private : No Question : Hi, I recently bought some Avon Cars (the ones full of perfume) and I'm not sure when they were produced or how much their actually worth. So if any body has any information about them or knows where to find it, I would be grateful. Thanks Answer : I remember seeing them as far back as the late 1960's, so they've been around for awhile. I don't know how long they made them, or if they still do, but you can find out more information by reading the listings for them on eBay : http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&ht=1&SortProperty=MetaEndSort&query=avon+car+bottle* From there, you can also click on the "Search Completed Items" link to see what they've been selling for. From what I see, they range mostly from $1 to $5 each. Have fun! Dan Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5476318 Asker : mace_lorraine Subject : Limoge Private : No Question : What unusual or unknown fact is there about Limoge, France? Answer : Did you know .... Auguste Renoir (the painter) was born in Limoges in 1841. He became acquainted with the artists Monet and Sisley after training to be a porcelain painter. He joined the Impressionists, without complying with their theoretical dictates. In contrast, Renoir found the subjects for his art in the city life of Paris instead of out in the countryside. Renoir developed his style to include images of the Middleclass life and representation of the female form. 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It's been heard almost everyday on French TV, for all sorts of jobs, but never more than as a military term. Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5547731 Asker : Anonymous Subject : sports cards Private : No Question : Hi, I have lots of sports cards from hockey baseball and basketball. I want to know the most frequently visited websites for people looking to buy these cards. Thx. Answer : By far, the most active website for buying and selling sports cards has to be eBay. They have over 300,000 cards up for sale there right now! They have an entire section just for sports cards : http://listings.ebay.com/aw/listings/list/all/category212/index.html Check it out! Dan Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5574490 Asker : Anonymous Subject : beanie babies Private : No Question : I live in the Boca Raton, Fl. area Where could I buy two Beanie Babies - a lion and a lamb? Answer : There's a list of several hundred beanie baby dealers here : http://www.beanietop50.com I'm sure one of them will have what you want. You can also go to the ebay auction section for beanie babies here : http://listings.ebay.com/aw/listings/list/all/category436/index.html Have Fun! Dan Answer : If you go here : http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&ht=1&ebaytag1=ebayreg&query=beanie&query2=beanie&search_option=1&exclude=&category0=220&minPrice=&maxPrice=&ebaytag1code=53&st=0&SortProperty=MetaEndSort you can see the listings from beanie baby dealers in the general West Palm Beach area. Perhaps by contacting them, you can find out if they have what you want. Dan Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5574646 Asker : nanny86 Subject : a small Prussia pitcher Private : No Question : I have a smalll pitcher that has Prussia on the bottom of it It has flowers on one side. I was interested in knowing if it had any value. Thanking you so much Louzetta Kellam P/O. Box 353 35362 Belle Haven Rd. Belle Haven, Va. 2330 e-mail----nanny@intercom.net Answer : You can find a list of recently sold Prussia pitchers on eBay here : http://search-completed.ebay.com/search/search.dll?query=pitcher+Prussia&ebaytag1=ebayreg&ht=1&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort You can find a list of current auctions here : http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&query=pitcher+Prussia&categoryid=&ht=1&st=0&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Perhaps your pitcher matches one in these listings. Good Luck! 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Dan Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5622069 Asker : ka_duncan Subject : Elvis Presley Records Private : No Question : I have a bunch of Elvis Presley Records and I was wondering what they're worth. the titles of the records are: Elvis a Legendary performer volumes 1-3. Any help would be appreciated. Answer : According to my Price Guide of Collectible Record Albums, they have the following values: Vol.1 : Used : $8.00 Near Mint : $20.00 Vol.2 : Used : $8.00 Near Mint : $20.00 Vol.3 : Used : $8.00 Near Mint : $20.00 I hope this helps, Dan Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5622175 Asker : ka_duncan Subject : Elvis Record Collectibles Private : No Question : I have a few Elvis Presley records and I was wondering what they may be worht. They aren't in perfect condition because they have a few scribbles on the album covers. The titles are: Girls, Girls, Girls, Something For Everybody, Elvis, G.I Blues, Blue Hawaii, Pot Luck, King Creole, and one that doesn't have a title but it has songs on it like That's All Right, Lawdy, Miss Clawdy, Mystery Train, Poor Boy etc. Answer : According to my Price Guide of Collectible Record Albums, they have the following values: Girls, Girls, Girls : $16-$20 Something For Everybody : $16-$20 G.I Blues : $20-$30 Blue Hawaii : $16-$24 Pot Luck : $16-$40 King Creole : $16-$24 There are so many different versions of the unnamed album, it is impossible to find it in the price guide without seeing it, so that I could determine exactly which one it is. But odds are, it's in the same price range as the above listed albums. I hope this helps, Dan Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5632898 Asker : lvanl2 Subject : define pontil Private : No Question : Please define pontil Answer : According to Webster's online dictionary, it is literally defined to mean "to prick". But in relation to collectibles, it is probably "An iron rod used by glass makers for manipulating the hot glass" Dan Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5640314 Asker : themazangel Subject : sesame street collectables Private : No Question : I AM LOOKING FOR THE SESAME STREET COLLECTABLE FIGURES. (48 PIECE) ANY IDEA WHERE I CAN FIND THEM? MY GRANDSON WANTS THEM FOR HIS BIRTHDAY. GRANDMA JUST HAS TO FIND THEM. PLEASE HELP ME. I LIVE IN LANSING, IL. Answer : I didn't find any 48-piece sets, but I did find over 50 different listings for sesame street figures, including lots of up to 32 figures. These listings can be found here : http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&query=sesame+street+fig*&categoryid=&ht=1&st=0&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Perhaps there is something there that will work for you. Good Luck! Dan Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5699757 Asker : KKell2002 Subject : Baseball cards Private : No Question : Hello, I'm looking to sell some of my old baseball cards from when I was a kid just to get some extra money. Would anyone know were I could find a price index or something like a baseball card blue book to see the worth of these cards? Is there any place on the web? Thanks Kelly Answer : Real Legends has a very extensive (and free) online price guide on their web site : http://www.reallegends.com/ Their price guide is in partnership with eBay, and the prices listed are the prices realized from eBay auctions -- a pretty accurate retail market. Have fun! Dan Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5701957 Asker : Anonymous Subject : autograph Private : No Question : I have a book that was signed in 1910 by Theodore Roosevelt. How do I go about getting the signature authenticated. Answer : Here are some authentication services and their web sites : Odyssey Autographs & Memorabilia : http://www.autographs.com/ Authentic Autographs Unlimited : http://www.aaunlimited.com PSA/DNA : http://www.psadna.com/ American Authentication, Inc. : http://www.americanauthentication.com If you visit their web sites, you should be able to find out how to proceed. You can also find out more information at the The Professional Autograph Dealers Association web site : http://www.padaweb.org/ Good Luck! Dan Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5701982 Asker : Anonymous Subject : collectibles on consignment Private : No Question : I have several collectibles/items/books that I do not want to take the time and effort to sell. However, I wouldn't mind putting them on consignment with someone. These are items that I am assuming haven't much value and may take a while to sell/research, etc. Can you suggest a contact for me? Answer : Not knowing what you have, I would suggest you find a local auctioneer/antique dealer. They regularly take items on consignment - either for their shop, or to put into their auction. Look in your phone book for auctioneers or auntiques. Good luck! Dan Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5702264 Asker : traviesa_22 Subject : collectables Private : No Question : How much would a bottle of Budweiser millennium champagne be worth? Answer : Based on completed eBay auctions, about $10 See this : http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1136916249 You can see all the completed auctions for this type of item here : http://search-completed.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&SortProperty=MetaEndSort&pb=&maxRecordsPerPage=100&ebaytag1=ebayreg&ht=1&st=2&query=Budw*+millen*+-zippo+-coins+-mirror+-tap+-stein*+-banner+-sign+-speccast+-kenworth+-neon+-pin+-cap You can see current auctions here : http://search-completed.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&SortProperty=MetaEndSort&pb=&maxRecordsPerPage=100&ebaytag1=ebayreg&ht=1&st=2&query=Budw*+millen*+-zippo+-coins+-mirror+-tap+-stein*+-banner+-sign+-speccast+-kenworth+-neon+-pin+-cap Good Luck! Dan Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5702423 Asker : my_q Subject : Trying to identify artist of doll - Yolanda ???zilli??? Private : No Question : I have a doll that has the name Yolanda ??? on the back of it's head. The name is hard to make out but it looks like zilli or rilli or zelle??? It's numbered 3664d and is a smilling baby with a bean bag body and a pink one piece and a pink bonnet on. It is approx 10 inches. Any idea where it came from or who the artist is? I would really appreciate any info or good leads. Thank you very much! Answer : Yolanda Bello is a designor of many dolls. You can see hundreds of them listed on the eBay auctions. I think what you have is the SARAH doll, like this one : http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1237697126 Much information can be found out about Yolanda dolls by looking through the auction listings : http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&query=Yolanda&categoryid=&ht=1&st=0&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Prices realized from completed auctions can be see here : http://search-completed.ebay.com/search/search.dll?query=Yolanda&ebaytag1=ebayreg&ht=1&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Have fun! Dan Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5702467 Asker : my_q Subject : Please help identify seymour mann doll. Private : No Question : Hi, I am trying to identify a doll I came into possesion of lately. It is a connissoir collection Seymour Mann doll numbered 600/2500. It is not in their current collection. It is a victorian looking lady with long brown hair in a large pink bow. She has on a light pink dress with a white pretty apron and white boots. I would guess she is 18 inches+/- Any help would be very much appreciated! Thank you. Answer : eBay listings for Seymour Mann dolls can be seen here : http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&query=Seymour+Mann&categoryid=&ht=1&st=0&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Completed auctions are here : http://search-completed.ebay.com/search/search.dll?query=Seymour+Mann&ebaytag1=ebayreg&ht=1&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Perhaps you can find the matching doll in one of these listings. Good Luck! Dan Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5731303 Asker : kbrock942 Subject : Kitchen Utinsels Private : No Question : I saw a tv program on collecting egg beaters and thought collecting kitchen utinsels would be a fun hobby. Today I started my search and found my first one. I could not guess the purpose of the object to save my life. It's a case iron green bean cutter. It's cast iron and was made in Germany by BME Regina. Now if you can help me track down more information on this object and other kitchen utinsels on the web I'll be on my way. Any web sites that would offer me information in general on this hobby or specifically on this item would be helpful. Please not where to buy these items as I won't have any problem in that area. Thanks, Ken Brock Answer : Although eBay is primarily a website for selling stuff, browsing through the listings can sometimes provide an amazing amount of previously unknown information. For instance, assuming that this bean cutter is identical to yours, the lister states that it (and probably yours) is from the 1890's. See this listing : http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1146528553 For other interesting kitchenware items, browse these listings and see what you can learn : http://listings.ebay.com/aw/listings/list/category82/index.html Have fun! Dan Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5731412 Asker : cga1873 Subject : cars Private : No Question : when was the first car invented? write back to me at smile346@aol.com Answer : Although Karl Benz and Gottlieb Daimler have been credited with building the first automobile in the 1880's -- see http://encarta.msn.com/find/Concise.asp?ti=02238000 -- the history of the automobile goes back much earlier than that -- see http://encarta.msn.com/find/concise.asp?mod=1&ti=761576902&page=3#s127 In 1769, French Army officer Captain Nicolas Joseph Cugnot built a three-wheeled, steam-powered vehicle that carried 4 persons. It was designed to move artillery pieces. This has also been called the first automobile. Information provided by the online Encarta Encyclopedia. Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5732517 Asker : adamallan Subject : coins Private : No Question : How many US coins have the word "cent" on them? Answer : Of the currently circulating coinage, only the Lincoln cent (1909-present) has the word "cent" on it. However, the Jefferson nickel (1938-present) does have the wording "Five Cents" on it. As for older regular issue U.S. coinage : All Half Cent coins (1793-1857) had the word "cent" contained in the denomination "Half Cent" on the reverse. All Large Cent coins (1793-1857), Flying Eagle cents (1856-1858), and Indian Head cents (1859-1909) had the word "cent" contained in the denomination "One Cent" on the reverse. All Two-Cent pieces (1864-1873) had the word "cents" contained in the denomination "2 Cents" on the reverse. All Shield nickels (1866-1883) had the word "cents" contained in the denomination "5 Cents" on the reverse. All Liberty Head nickels (1883-1912) -- with the exception of some minted in 1883 -- had the word "cents" contained in the denomination "V Cents" on the reverse. All Indian Head or Buffalo nickels (1913-1938) had the word "cents" contained in the denomination "Five Cents" on the reverse. Capped Bust half dimes (1829-1837) have the denomination "5 C." on the reverse. Capped Bust dimes (1809-1837) have the denomination "10 C." on the reverse. All Twenty-Cent pieces (1875-1878) had the word "cents" contained in the denomination "Twenty Cents" on the reverse. Capped Bust quarters (1815-1838) had the denomination "25 C." on the reverse. Flowing Hair (1794-1795), Draped Bust (1796-1807), and Capped Bust (1807-1836) half dollars all had the word "cents" contained in the edge lettering : "FIFTY CENTS OR HALF A DOLLAR". The Capped Bust halves also had the denomination "50 C." on the reverse. Reeded Edge Capped Bust half dollars (1836-1837) had the word "cents" contained in the denomination "50 Cents" on the reverse. Flowing Hair (1794-1795) and Draped Bust (1795-1804) dollars all had the word "cents" contained in the edge lettering : "HUNDRED CENTS ONE DOLLAR OR UNIT". And lastly, "Stella" $4 Gold pieces all had the word "cents" contained in the denomination "400 Cents" within the star on the reverse. I believe this covers everything. Please remember to rate this answer. Thanks, Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/rarecoins/ Rating : 2.6 End : Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5755330 Asker : Anonymous Subject : collectibles Private : No Question : I have a James Beam Royal China whiskey decanter dated 1966-perfect condition-does it have value? Answer : There are several different designs of these decanters dated 1966. The best way to find out what yours is worth is to go to eBay and see what they've been selling for. I did a search for these decanters, and it came back with over 600 items currently up for sale : http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&query=j*+beam*+decan*&categoryid=&ht=1&st=0&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Searching the completed auctions came up with over 1750 listings : http://search-completed.ebay.com/search/search.dll?query=j%2A+beam%2A+decan%2A&ebaytag1=ebayreg&ht=1&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Perhaps some of the above listings will match the decanter you have, and you can see what they are selling or have sold for. I also narrowed down the search to just those listings that have "1966" in the title : http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&SortProperty=MetaEndSort&pb=&maxRecordsPerPage=100&ebaytag1=ebayreg&ht=1&query=j*+beam*+decan*+1966 And the same for completed auctions : http://search-completed.ebay.com/search/search.dll?query=j%2A+beam%2A+decan%2A+1966&ebaytag1=ebayreg&ht=1&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Have fun! Dan Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5763566 Asker : diachick Subject : anyone know anything bout georgivs the third Dei...or something... Private : No Question : i have a 1788 coin and I don't know if it actually was from 1788 or if it was just saying that cause it says.."In the memory of the good old days"...the date..1788 then on the other side it says..."georgivs III Dei Gratia" anyone have any idea bout this? Answer : There have been three of these "Counter" coins sold on eBay recently. See these listings : http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1233538833 http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1234028500 http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1235132914 You can see that they each sold for a couple bucks or less. According to one of the listings, these are imitation King George III Half Guineas, that were often used for gambling as card counters in the olden days. I hope this helps! Dan Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5763615 Asker : felber_ka Subject : shafford rabbit patch ceramic tableware Private : No Question : Where can I purchase? Answer : There was a listing for this on eBay recently, that didn't sell. Perhaps you can contact the seller and see if they still have it available : http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1428135796 Good Luck! Dan FUQuestion : Dan, Thanks for responding! How do I contact the seller? Kathie Answer : If you don't already have an eBay user ID, you will need to get one. Go here to register : http://pages.ebay.com/services/registration/register.html Once you have an eBay ID, then go to the listing : http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1428135796 Then click on the lister's user ID (mcbecs). This will start you on the process to email him/her directly from eBay -- just follow the directions. Good Luck! 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Thank you for any help, Turtle Answer : During World War Two, the Japanese government printed currency for virtually every country they invaded or intended to invade. The notes were supposed to be used after their conquest. Your 10 peso notes were printed for the Philippines. These notes are relatively common and can be found at most coin shows for under a dollar. However, there are some rarer varieties, more valuable to a world currency collector. If you can get ahold of a Catalog of World Paper Money -- see http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0873419316/theworkimansrare -- you can look yours up to see if you have any of the rarer issues. I have also seen these selling on eBay for anywhere from less than a dollar apiece (most listings) up to about $10 10 Peso Note Current Listings : http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&query=10+peso*&categoryid=&ht=1&st=0&category1=3411&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort 10 Peso Note Completed Auctions : http://search-completed.ebay.com/search/search.dll?query=10+peso%2A&ebaytag1=ebayreg&ht=1&maxRecordsPerPage=100&category1=3411&SortProperty=MetaEndSort You may want to take your notes to a coin show, find a world currency dealer (or 2) and have them appraised first-hand. You may be able to find an upcoming local show by following the coin show links on my Show Schedule page : http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/RareCoins/ShowSchd.htm I hope this helps, Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5787470 Asker : askdrdon Subject : find out how much collectable things are worth Private : No Question : I want to know if there are sites that can tell you how much collectables are worth. Like Star Wars stuff. Answer : Probably the most extensive overall site for finding the current value of your collectibles is eBay -- the huge online auction site. They have millions of items being sold there every day, including just about any kind of collectible you can think of. Here's the address of their search page : http://pages.ebay.com/search/items/search.html Fill in the "Search Title" box with key words that describe your item and would be used by the lister to sell their item. Then select the appropriate category from the "Search in Categories" pulldown menu. Then click on the "Search" button. This should give you a list of items currently up for sale. To find out prices realized for items already sold, click on the "Show Completed Items" link. I hope you find what you're looking for! 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Dan Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5796887 Asker : ftmom Subject : Glass "canning" jar from Jumbo peanut butter Private : No Question : Hi, I bought a box of canning jars at a yard sale, in the box was a clear glass pint jar with raised letters saying "Jumbo Peanut Butter The Frank Tea & Spice Co. Cincinnati, O." on the bottom of the jar it says " Accept No Substitute for Jumbo" and it also says "patented". Does anyone know if there is any value to this? Thanks, Lori Answer : You can find similar items selling on eBay here : http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&query=Jumbo+Peanut+Butter&categoryid=&ht=1&st=0&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort For prices realized for completed auctions go here : http://search-completed.ebay.com/search/search.dll?query=Jumbo+Peanut+Butter&ebaytag1=ebayreg&ht=1&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Have fun! 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It sold for $1,265 A nice picture of it can be seen here : http://www.prices4antiques.com/item_images/full/01/75/58-01.jpg Dan Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5830251 Asker : Anonymous Subject : coca-cola collectibles trays Private : No Question : I have a coca -cola tray marked 1903 Lilian Norton Nordica. What is it worth? peter Answer : If your tray is a modern reproduction, and in like-new condition, it is worth about $10 If your tray is an original, it's worth thousands. Check it over for things like copyright dates, 75th anniversary logos, etc. This should help determine if it's an original. If you believe it to be an original, you will need to have it appraised first-hand. If you can't find a local dealer, then search the web for antique dealers who have some of the same type of items in their inventory. You may need to take digital pictures of it to send to the dealer. Good Luck! Dan Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5953410 Asker : myrndal Subject : bing$grohndalplates Private : No Question : I have inherited a collection of bing&grohndal christmas plates and would like to know where I can find out their value.. I would like to sell. Dal Answer : You can find numerous listings for Bing & Grondahl Christmas plates currently up for sale on eBay here : http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&query=bing+christmas+plate*&categoryid=&ht=1&st=0&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Completed auctions (to see prices realized) are listed here : http://search-completed.ebay.com/search/search.dll?query=bing+christmas+plate%2A&ht=1&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Looks like there's a good audience for these plates on eBay -- perhaps you should sell your there! Good Luck! 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Dan Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5953594 Asker : Kayla_Gay Subject : OLD LUNCHBOX Private : No Question : MY BROTHER HAS A OLD LUNCH BOX THATS METAL & OBLONG, ITS RED WITH PEOPLE ON IT DIPICTING DIFFERENT SPORTS. IT LOOKS LIKE A OBLONG TIN CAN WITH HANDLES. THE WOMAN HE GOT IT FROM SAYS ITS THE LUNCH BOX SHE CARRIED AS A CHILD. IT ALSO HAS A TRAY INSIDE. WE THINK IT IS FROM THE 40's OR 50's. DOES ANYONE HAVE A CLUE ABOUT THIS TYPE OF LUNCH BOX AND ITS WORTH? Answer : I think I've found the same item listed on eBay, currently priced at $9.99 -- check it out : http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1157973335 You can watch this auction to see what it gets. If this doesn't match your lunch box, you can try searching eBay. There is an entire category just for vintage metal lunch boxes : http://listings.ebay.com/aw/plistings/list/category7270/index.html Good Luck! Dan Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5953704 Asker : annerice Subject : Albert Terhune Private : No Question : I have a copy of "The Best Loved Dog Stories of Albert Payson Terhune," 1937, Gossett & Dunlap publishers. Terhune wrote a newspaper column during wwII about collies. These collies started the Lassie craze somehow. Terhune was a personal friend of my grandfather. Besides having some sentimental value, does this book have any real value? It is in excellent condition. thanks, anne Answer : A copy of this book just recently sold on eBay for $12.50 See this listing : http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1436988118 It probably has more sentimental value to you. Dan Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5953739 Asker : Strawberry87 Subject : animal figurines Private : No Question : where can I buy and get the best prices on cute animal figurines? Answer : There are thousands of animal figurines up for auction at eBay : http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&query=figurine*&categoryid=&ht=1&st=0&category1=1335&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Since it's an auction, you pretty much set your own price -- you only bid what you're willing to pay. Have fun! Dan Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6008846 Asker : mblackmore Subject : Fire King Private : No Question : I have a white bowl with this on the bottom - A Capital F in an diamond shape,inside a circle. oven above it and ware below it.All of this in another circle. Could you tell me if this is one of Fire Kings marks. Thanks in advance. Answer : I was only able to find one listing on eBay, for Fire King dinnerware, that describes a similar design on the bottom. That listing is here : http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1250374456 Perhaps you can contact the seller and ask for a picture of the design on the bottom to see if it matches yours. There is a whole section for Fire King glass items here : http://listings.ebay.com/aw/listings/list/all/category2727/index.html Maybe you can find a matching item there. Have fun! Dan Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6008940 Asker : stacey717 Subject : three's company collectibles Private : No Question : Does anyone know how much a set of all 44 Three's Company sticker cards are worth? Also, does anyone know how much a ticket to an original recording "session/show (you know, when they were actually recording the show before airing it) of three's company? thanks a ton! Answer : There are several listings for these sticker card sets up for auction on eBay, ranging in price from $3 to $10. The listings are here : http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&pb=&maxRecordsPerPage=100&ht=1&st=2&query=Three%27s+Company+sticker*+set*&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Completed auction listings are here : http://search-completed.ebay.com/search/search.dll?query=Three%27s+Company+sticker%2A+set%2A&ht=1&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort As for the ticket, two of them recently sold on eBay. They received bids of $16.01 and $26.00. The listings are here : http://search-completed.ebay.com/search/search.dll?query=Three%27s+Company+ticket&ht=1&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort I hope this helps! Dan Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6009001 Asker : gulabiah Subject : is there is areoplane which carries 4000000pepoles? Private : No Question : there is a plane means areoplane which carries 4000000pasengers ? if it is true then which is that plane if it is false then which is the longest plane Answer : There is no way any airplane can carry any where near that many passengers. Even the Boeing 747 Jumbo Jet -- one of the world's largest (if not THE largest) jets -- can only seat 568 passengers. All the specs for this jet can be seen here : http://www.boeing.com/commercial/747-400d/product.html I hope this helps! Dan Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6039150 Asker : lindyenglish Subject : shirley temple wicker doll buggy Private : No Question : i have recently found what i think is a shirley temple wicker doll buggy. how can i be sure if it is or not. all infomation would be appreatiated thank you lindy english Answer : If your buggy looks like either of the ones listed in the following auction listings, then I'd say you have a REAL GOOD chance : http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1248057702 http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1251722093 You may want to contact the first seller -- taebot@email.com -- if you have any further questions. Good Luck! Dan Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6039217 Asker : Anonymous Subject : Blue Animal Pottery Private : No Question : Hi. I hope someone can help me. I lived in the Republic of Panama from 1984-1986 and shopped at a gift shop called the Lemon Tree. I bought 5 blue animal figures there. They are a vivid cornflower blue glazed colour with white floral designs etched all over each one. I have a horse, a hen, a pig, a bird, and a turtle. The eyes are like semispheres and look a bit like wagon wheels. They are all small enough to hold in the palm of one's hand. I love these figures and wish to resume collecting them, but cannot get any information on where to find them in the U.S., or online. The figures are all marked on the underside with a scrawled siganture that appears to say Pablo Zahu or Zahll and "Chile". Thanks so much!! Answer : I have found one of these Pablo Zohol figurines currently up for auction on eBay. It is a cat : http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1442999855 Perhaps you can win this auction, and add it to your collection! You may also be able to contact the seller -- auctions@walkerandrubin.com -- to find out if they have any more available or where to get more. Good Luck! Dan Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6039238 Asker : Anonymous Subject : Nice pen - nice price? Private : No Question : I would like to own a nice, attractive pen that I can use and be proud of, but I see simply no reason to pay a couple hundred dollars... heck, even fifty dollars seems high, when you consider that some companies will sell you a MontBlanc-style pen with your corporate logo on it for $2.00 a unit. Are there any companies online that make attractive looking pens that aren't so expensive? I'm not talking about knock-offs... it doesn't need to have a prestigious logo on it. I'd like to get a ballpoint in a dark blue-marble color, with gold trim, that I don't have to pay through the nose for. Am I out of luck? Answer : eBay has a whole section just for ball point pens -- perhaps you can find something you like at the right price there : http://listings.ebay.com/aw/plistings/list/category7279/index.html I did a specific search within that category for blue marble pens and found 4 listings. They are here : http://search-desc.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&query=blue+marble&categoryid=&ht=1&st=0&category4=7279&srchdesc=y&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Hope you find something nice! Dan Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6053287 Asker : Anonymous Subject : Cards Private : No Question : Daer Sir, I have an hobby to collect membership cards like that of clubs or any. Can you please suggest me sites which offer membership cards??? I'll rate you with 5 stars Answer : On searching through the eBay auction site, I found many listings for membership cards. Check it out : http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=Get Result&query=member*+card*&categoryid=&ht=1&st=0&maxRecordsP erPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Maybe you can find something interesting among the listings there. Good Luck! Dan Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6056901 Asker : TuxedoJacob Subject : Collectable Money Private : No Question : I have a 100 dollar bill from 1934, it's worn, and wrinkled, but still clearly readable. How much would this bill be worth? Answer : Unfortunately, in that condition, if anyone offers you more than $100 -- take it! Seriously, there are enough of the 1934 $100 bills still in peoples' hands that they don't really gain any significant collector value until they make the grade of crisp uncirculated. I hope this helped, Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/rarecoins/ Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6056952 Asker : Anonymous Subject : Cards Private : No Question : Daer Sir, I have an hobby to collect membership cards like that of clubs or any. Can you please suggest me sites which offer membership cards??? I'll rate you with 5 stars Answer : On searching through the eBay auction site, I found many listings for membership cards. Check it out : http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&query=member*+card*&categoryid=&ht=1&st=0&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Maybe you can find something interesting among the listings there. Good Luck! Dan Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6057445 Asker : 6carey6 Subject : beatles LPs Private : No Question : I am attempting to determine the value of a set of Beatles albums. They were digitally remastered as a box set in the mid-70s. Still in original packing never opened. Answer : There were several of these box sets produced. Therefore, to give you an accurate estimate, I will need more information : 1) Label (Apple, Capitol, etc.) 2) Catalog # (usually like a couple letters, a dash, and a few numbers) 3) Title (on the box) 4) Year (should be a copyright date) 5) # of albums in box The more information you provide, the more likely I will be able to find it on my price list. Let me know, Dan Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6099951 Asker : sutton2 Subject : Collectibles uk. Private : No Question : Hello Sir. Over here in england we have local newspapers with small ads section for people selling unwanted items, like antiques for sale can you please tell me if you have a similar thing, if so were can i find them on-line. Thanks, John. Answer : The only places online that I know about are the auction sites and a couple classifieds websites : http://www.ebay.com http://auctions.yahoo.com/ http://www.amazon.com (then click on auctions link on left side) http://classifieds.excite.com/ http://homeadvisor.msn.com/classifieds/ http://classifieds.yahoo.com/ If these don't keep you busy enough, there's a whole myriad of other classified ad sites online -- just do a search on "classified" Have fun! Dan Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6150737 Asker : MissGorgeous Subject : dolls Private : No Question : im looking for pictures of doll couples on-line for my friend's web-site. I cant seem to find any couples, let alone any male dolls, if you could help me in finding a web-site with pictures of doll couples, it would really help me a lot. Thanx Answer : You can find a bunch of pictures in the auction listings on eBay : current auctions : http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&query=doll*+couple&categoryid=&ht=1&st=0&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort completed auctions : http://search-completed.ebay.com/search/search.dll?query=doll%2A+couple&ht=1&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Since you plan to use the pictures on a website, once you find a picture you'd like to use, you should ask the listing's seller for permission to use it. Click on the Seller name to go to a page to contact them. I hope this helps, Dan Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6150772 Asker : Cle23 Subject : pricing cookie jars Private : No Question : I have a porcelein bear cookie jar. It's a girl bear on one side and a boy bear on the other side. How much is it worth? Answer : You can find prices realized for these cookie jars on eBay here : http://search-completed.ebay.com/search/search.dll?query=Turnabout+Bear&ht=1&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Current auctions for them are listed here : http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&query=Turnabout+Bear&categoryid=&ht=1&st=0&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Have fun! Dan Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6150849 Asker : losowe Subject : baseball memorabilia Private : No Question : I have a ticket from Pete Rose's restaurant in Florida autographed by Pete Rose. It's in very good condition-- how much would it be worth on the collectors' market? Answer : It's difficult to say what it will be worth. The collector base will be very small for this item, so the hard part will be finding an interested buyer. There are several items from Pete Rose's restaurant on the eBay auction site, selling for $2-$25 Current listings are here : http://search-desc.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&query=Pete+Rose*+restaurant&categoryid=&ht=1&st=0&srchdesc=y&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Completed auctions are here : http://search-completed.ebay.com/search/search.dll?query=Pete+Rose%2A+restaurant&srchdesc=y&ht=1&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Good Luck! Dan Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6150869 Asker : janice9877 Subject : Collectables Private : No Question : Wondering what a Lido WS George White teapot is worth marking # is 175A Made is USA Blue and orange flowers, black and green leaves. Answer : If yours matches the one in this eBay listing, it's worth about $25 http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1254300437 Dan Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6150889 Asker : mrcooker Subject : PRINCESS HOUSE COFFEE AND COPPER SERVER !!! Private : No Question : HELP DEAR FRIENDS I HAVE A PRINCESS HOUSE CRYSTAL AND COPPER COFFEE STAND TYPE DE CANTER WITH A VOTIVE CANDLE AS A WARMER IT VERY LOVELY AND NEVER USED HOW MUCH DO I ASK TO SELL IT FOR MOM IS MOVING AND NEED TO DOWN SIZE THE HOUSE PLEASE HELP, MRCOOKER Answer : If yours matches The one currently up for auction on eBay : http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1255414264 You can watch this auction to see what it sells for. Good Luck! Dan Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6150901 Asker : LoriCE2 Subject : anissa jones memorabilia Private : No Question : what anissa jones memorabilia is available Answer : You can find a bunch of stuff up for auction on eBay here : http://search-desc.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&query=anissa+jones&categoryid=&ht=1&st=0&srchdesc=y&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort and here : http://search-desc.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&query=buffy+family+affair&categoryid=&ht=1&st=0&srchdesc=y&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Have fun ! Dan Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6150917 Asker : carbo58 Subject : collectibles Private : No Question : Does anyone know how much a 1991 Hess truck still in the original box is worth? Answer : From prices realized for completed auctions on eBay, it looks like $20-$25 But you should check the auction listings to find a match for your truck to be sure. Completed auctions : http://search-completed.ebay.com/search/search.dll?query=1991+Hess+truck&srchdesc=y&ht=1&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Current auctions : http://search-desc.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&query=1991+Hess+truck&categoryid=&ht=1&st=0&srchdesc=y&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Have fun! Dan Rating : 2.3 Rating : 2.3 Rating : 2.3 Rating : 2.3 Rating : 2.3 Rating : 2.3 Rating : 2.3 Rating : 2.3 Rating : 2.3 Rating : 2.3 Rating : 2.3 Rating : 2.3 Rating : 2.3 Rating : 2.3 Rating : 2.3 Rating : 2.3 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6150929 Asker : chantymanjack Subject : zippo collecting Private : No Question : What is a good source for vintage Zippos? Answer : You can always find a TON of Zippos on eBay at any time, either in the Zippo Lighter category : http://listings.ebay.com/aw/listings/list/all/category952/index.html or by doing a search for zippo : http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&query=zippo&categoryid=&ht=1&st=0&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Have fun! Dan Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6166143 Asker : svank1 Subject : Hershey's Food company collector plate Private : No Question : Hello~ I have a Plate made by:Hershey's Foods Corporation" It is about 5 inches in diameter and has a little girl feeding a calf a Hershey's kiss and holding a blue ribbon.Around the top edge it says:"Sharing the good things-Hershey's" and at the bottom it says "First Prize".I was wondering if it has any value?. Answer : If your plate matches the one in this recent eBay auction listing it will be worth about $4 : http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll? ViewItem&item=1254820417 You may get more if you list yours for sale, but you may not. I hope this helped, Dan Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6166488 Asker : alpendene Subject : Teddy Bears Private : No Question : What was the name of the first teddy bear in space? Answer : I believe you are referring to the teddy bear that flew aboard the Space Shuttle Discovery in Jan. 1999. There was a contest held to name the bear, and the name "Kumataro" was chosen. Details about the contest are here : http://srd.yahoo.com/goo/discovery+teddy+bear/1/*http://www.nasda.go.jp/Home/Press/e/199811/sts95_981105_e.html Contest Results are here : http://srd.yahoo.com/goo/discovery+teddy+bear/2/*http://www.nasda.go.jp/Home/News/News-e/81head1.htm and here : http://srd.yahoo.com/goo/discovery+teddy+bear/4/*http://www.nasda.go.jp/Home/Press/e/199901/kuma_990119_e.html I hope this covers it for you! Dan Rating : 2.8 End : Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6166552 Asker : toxicsoul Subject : uk first day covers Private : No Question : I have found some old(ish) uk first day covers, how can i get them valued and/or sell them? Answer : I would recommend you search through the eBay listings in the UK FDCs category to find matching items: http://listings.ebay.com/aw/plistings/list/all/category3501/index.html Fill in the search box (upper right of page) with the one you're looking for, and click on the Search button. You can then click on the "Show Completed Items" link to see the prices realized for the item you searched for. Once you know approximately what yours are worth, you can sell them right there on eBay. Just take some pictures, make up the auction listings (look at others for examples), and post your auctions! Have fun! Dan Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6172427 Asker : elilevy Subject : Readers Digest record sets Private : No Question : I have a number of record sets issued by Readers Digest some tome ago. Where can I find out what these are worth today? Answer : You can search the eBay auction listings for these records, to see what they're selling for there. Current Auctions : http://search-desc.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&query=reader*+diges*&categoryid=&ht=1&st=0&category1=304&srchdesc=y&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Completed Auctions : http://search-completed.ebay.com/search/search.dll?query=reader%2A+diges%2A&srchdesc=y&ht=1&maxRecordsPerPage=100&category1=304&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Have fun! Dan Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6172640 Asker : mmlee01 Subject : Coca cola bottle Private : No Question : I am trying to find out if a dec.25,1923 glass coca cola bottle is worth anything? It is good condition and I have 2 of these. If you know anything about this, please let me know. Thank You, Misty Answer : Your best bet is to look through the eBay auction listings to see what other 1923 coca cola bottles are selling for. Most seem to be selling for $5-$20 but some are selling for quite a bit more. You need to find an exact match for yours and see what it sold for. Current Auctions : http://search-desc.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&pb=&maxRecordsPerPage=100&ht=1&st=2&query=1923+coca+cola+bottle+-tray+-print+-pin+-sign+-board+-yankee+-display+-tin&SortProperty=MetaEndSort&srchdesc=y Completed Auctions : http://search-completed.ebay.com/search/search.dll?query=1923+coca+cola+bottle+%2Dtray+%2Dprint+%2Dpin+%2Dsign+%2Dboard+%2Dyankee+%2Ddisplay+%2Dtin&srchdesc=y&ht=1&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Have fun! Dan Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6210803 Asker : dolllady09 Subject : highway 127 yard sale Private : No Question : Where can I find information on the largest 4 state yard sale Aug. 16-19, 2001 e-mail me at dolllady09@aol.com Answer : Details online can be found at : http://www.jamestowntn.org/worlds.htm http://www.tourdekalb.com/yardsale.htm http://www.lakecumberlandvacation.com/127_yardsale.html http://www.roo.com/the127.htm http://bargain-mall.com/127cor/index.htm http://www.folkartisans.com/sup/450mile.html Have fun! Dan Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6211853 Asker : dolllady09 Subject : highway 127 yard sale Private : No Question : Where can I find information on the largest 4 state yard sale Aug. 16-19, 2001 e-mail me at dolllady09@aol.com Answer : please see my answer in your other question Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6212039 Asker : whatdidisay22 Subject : Beatles Memorabilia Private : No Question : Hi, I'm looking at selling some old Beatles records that I have. I have four of them with all of them autographed by the Beatles themselves, but I have a little skeptism on selling these. I've heard that records like these can go as high as $10,000 or higher, and because I do have some priceless stuff here, I want to know how much one of these records might sell for, but I don't know who to turn to. Does anyone have a web site, a book, or a person themself that can appraise these records? I'll be putting them up on eBay later this month and I'd like to get some advice myself on these. I'll take any suggestions that you might have. Thanks! Answer : If you visit one of the major book stores, like B.Dalton or Borders, you can find several price guides for your records. Or you can buy a copy of the "Goldmine Record Albums Price Guide" here : http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0873417801/ref=ase_theworkimansrare For your autographs, you can find over 100 related websites listed here : http://autographtop50.com/ Surely, you can find a value for your autographs at one of them. Then, once you've found the value for your records, and the value for the autographs, add them together and tack on a little premium, and the total should be the approximate value for your records. I hope this helps. Have fun! Dan Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6212251 Asker : Anonymous Subject : Autographs Private : No Question : hi, i really hope you can help me...... i want to collect autographed pictures of all the living presidents of the usa past and present but i don't know any addresses where to write to them at the presidents i want to write to are George w bush george bush ( president bush dad) bill clinton ronald reagan richard nixon jimmy carter if anyone could help me and give me a contact address where i can write and get a autographed picture i would be so happy.. thanks for reading my question..i really hope someone can help me Answer : There is a listing of over 100 autograph related websites here : http://autographtop50.com/ Perhaps you can find what you're looking for at one of those websites. You could also search through eBay's autograph section to find them : http://listings.ebay.com/aw/listings/list/all/category14429/index.html Have fun! Dan Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6265394 Asker : Sandy_Winsor Subject : collectibles Private : No Question : What cartoon character topped the first Pez dispenser in 1952? Thanks Sandy Answer : From Pez Collector's News : "It is unknown which dispenser was first but it was either the Full Body Robot or Full Body Santa." Websites for more information : http://pezcollectorsnews.com/history.htm http://www.pezians.com/history/ http://www.pezdispenser.com/history.htm http://worldzone.net/recreation/gpop/j_triv.html Have fun! Dan FUQuestion : Neither of those are cartoon characters...I'm thinking Mickey Mouse since he has been on 5 of them but a robot and santa aren't the answer I don't believe Answer : Well, the only other thing I can suggest is that you contact Gary Doss at the Burlingame Museum of Pez Memorabilia : pez@spectrumnet.com (650) 347-2301 Burlingame Museum of Pez Memorabilia 214 California Drive Burlingame, CA 94010 original website : http://www.spectrumnet.com/pez/ new website : http://www.burlingamepezmuseum.com/ Good luck! Dan Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6265413 Asker : adereski Subject : Coca Cola Trays Private : No Question : Have an old Coca Cola tray. Would like to see some pictures of old trays and possibly find out what value it may have..help would be appreciated. Answer : A good source for pictures, info, and pricing for these highly collectible items is the eBay auction site. There are thousands of them listed there all the time. A current auction search for "coca cola tray" found over 600 listings : http://search-desc.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&query=coca+cola+tray&categoryid=&ht=1&st=0&srchdesc=y&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Completed auctions (where you can see prices realized) list over 1500 items : http://search-completed.ebay.com/search/search.dll?query=coca+cola+tray&srchdesc=y&ht=1&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Changing your search to be more specific may help find your specific tray. Have fun! Dan Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6265624 Asker : meand2 Subject : Barrett-Colea Private : No Question : What or Who is Barrett Colea?? I have a Statue of Liberty with this name on it and also Wang Ji da on it and it is also numbered with a golden (brass??) plate of 010800. Can anyone tell me what this is, and if it worth something and I don't know it?? Thank You!! Answer : It sounds like you have one of these statues : http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1453084481 You can follow this auction to see if it sells, and for how much. Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6266013 Asker : Anonymous Subject : online barbie price guide Private : No Question : I am looking for an online barbie price guide. Mainly for the holiday barbies. I found plenty of sites that tell me where to buy price guides, but none that tell me the price on the site. Preferable, I also need one that gets specific. I know that dolls of certain hair color or race may cost different than the normal blond barbie. Thank you very much! Answer : There is a listing for the Happy Holidays Barbies here : http://www.geocities.com/CapitolHill/1080/holiday1.htm Some vintage Barbies are listed here : http://barbiedolls.about.com/library/blgallpvinbarb.htm Some modern Barbies are listed here : file:///C:/My%20Documents/My%20Webs/collectdolls/library/blgallpmodbarb.htm I searched for an hour and that's all I could find. I hope it helps, Dan Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6266934 Asker : iconoklast Subject : card collecting Private : No Question : Back in the eighties the Garbage Pail Kids cards were very popular. There were another set of cards that were similar to GPK in that they were gross humour-oriented cards, only they were about fake and funny commercial products (like booger cereal or something). Anybody know what these cards were called? I can't for the life of me remember. Answer : These actually came out in the 70's. I remember collecting them as a kid, and sticking them all over my desk. The name of the product is "Wacky Packages". Remember "Lavirus", "Weakies" and "Fright Guard" ? You can actually find hundreds of these stickers up for auction on eBay : http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&query=wacky+packages&categoryid=&ht=1&st=0&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Have fun! Dan Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6284444 Asker : Anonymous Subject : Selling Rare and Collectable LP's Private : No Question : Where can I find accurate answers about what a large collection of rare promo and demo Record Albums might be worth?? Most are from the '70's (some 60's and 80's) and are in near mint condition. They are mostly Rock along with some Blues and Jazz albums and include such artists as KISS, Rolling Stones, David Bowie, Jeff Beck, The WHO, Cheap Trick, Steely Dan, Stevie Winwood, Jimi Hendrix, Beatles, etc. There are some 2 & 3 Record sets, some special editions, and some include other memorabilia such as posters and original correspondence related to rock tours from the 60's- 70's. I'd like to find some reputable collectors as well as a source of some info that I can look up myself on how much these might now be worth. Thank you!! Answer : I would recommend you start with the Goldmine album price guides. They have general guides, as well as specialized guides for Jazz, Promos, 45s, etc. There are several available here : http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/search-handle-url/index=books&field-keywords=goldmine%20price&bq=1/ref=aps_more_b_1/002-8841898-6020862 Then for the posters & other memorabilia, as well as finding collectors, you should do some searching on eBay for similar items. Matching completed auctions will show you how much your items have been selling for. You can try starting in the Music Memorabilia category : http://listings.ebay.com/aw/listings/list/all/category2329/index.html Have fun! Dan Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6284458 Asker : Anonymous Subject : mikasa china Private : No Question : how much are 30 years old mikasa cost? Answer : To see what Mikasa China is currently selling for, check the eBay auctions for it -- there are hundreds of listings there. Current Listings : http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&query=mikasa+china&categoryid=&ht=1&st=0&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Completed Auctions : http://search-completed.ebay.com/search/search.dll?query=mikasa+china&ht=1&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Have fun! Dan Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6284476 Asker : gooeygowdridge Subject : dragens Private : No Question : where can i find a website on dragens??? Answer : Assuming you just want to find web sites that have info about dragons, try going to http://www.dogpile.com and doing a search on dragon -- this will find lots! If you are looking for items related to dragons, an eBay search for dragon revealed over 20,000 listings : http://cq-search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&query=dragon*&categoryid=&ht=1&st=0&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort You may want to narrow your search to something more specific. Have fun! Dan Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6374088 Asker : JRD6753 Subject : ANTUIQES Private : No Question : I HAVE A FEW ITEMS ID LIKE TO GET APRAISED , IS THERE A SITE ON HERE WERE I CAN GET INFO ON THEM WITHOUT PAYING FOR IT...IF NOT WITCH SITE IS LESS COSTLY ?? Answer : For an idea of what similar items sell for, that will cost you nothing, I recommend you do some searching on the eBay auction site. There are millions of items up for sale there all the time, and you can see what people are willing to pay right now for them. Try going to : http://pages.ebay.com/search/items/search.html to search the current auctions Or : http://pages.ebay.com/search/items/search_completed.html to search the completed auctions. Have fun! Dan Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6374190 Asker : Kayla_Gay Subject : TRAIN SET Private : No Question : WHAT IS A 1942 LIONAL TRAIN SET WORTH? Answer : eBay has an entire section just for Lionel trains : http://listings.ebay.com/aw/plistings/list/all/category4144/index.html Although I didn't find any listings for 1942 sets, I would suggest you go there and do a little searching for the components of the set, to see what they sell for. Good Luck! Dan Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6416397 Asker : Sir_Ivanhoe Subject : Smith and Corona Typewriter Private : No Question : I recently purchased a smith amd corona type writer in an antique market. It is in an almost perfect state I bought it from an ignorant salesman at 50$ dollars I know this was a lot less that what it is worth but I bought it because I liked it. It is from the year 1910. I do not know hoy much it is worth but I would like to know. About how much is a smith and Corona typewriter 1910 in an almost perfect state worth? Answer : In a preliminary search of eBay auction listings, I did not find a 1910 model (several 1917 models tho). However, I just did a quick scan of the listings. With further research into the over 60 current listings : http://cq-search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&query=corona+type*&categoryid=&ht=1&st=0&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort and the over 260 completed listings : http://search-completed.ebay.com/search/search.dll?query=corona+type%2A&ht=1&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort there's a chance you may find a matching item, to see what it sells for. I hope this helps, Dan Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6450176 Asker : midge492000 Subject : i am looking for avon perfume decanters from the past Private : No Question : Where can I find avon perfume decanters from the past. Answer : There is an entire section on eBay just for Avon decanters : http://listings.ebay.com/aw/plistings/list/all/category13781/index.html The general Avon category is here : http://listings.ebay.com/aw/plistings/list/all/category13779/index.html The general Collectibles category is here : http://listings.ebay.com/aw/plistings/list/all/category1/index.html Go to the appropriate category, enter some descriptive words in the search box, then click on the "Search" button. This will bring up a list of current auctions for matching items. You can then click on the "Show Completed Items" link to see prices for previous auctions within the past month. Have fun ! Dan Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6450257 Asker : Anonymous Subject : Item appraisal Private : No Question : I have a naugahyde stuffed promotional doll (I believe when naugahyde was first put on the market). The year it was made was 1967 by the Uniroyal, Inc. It is made of vinyl fabric. It looks like monster and is purple. The name of the doll is Nauga (I believe). Could someone please shead some light as to more history of this item and its value? Thank you. Answer : It is indeed a 1960's advertising piece put out by the U.S. Rubber Company to introduce their naugahyde vinyl fabric product to the public. The little creature came in a myriad of colors. Newer ones (from 1998) were put out by Uniroyal. eBay auction listings for bot the new & old ones can be seen here : http://search-completed.ebay.com/search/search.dll?query=nauga%2A+doll&ht=1&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Have fun! Dan Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6450281 Asker : scottsanders66 Subject : value of a record Private : No Question : Back in 1969, I was in a weekly reader type club that sent you different things from around the world. One of the things that I still have, is my copy of "foot steps on the moon", the actuall recording of the moonlanding. It has pictures and clips of Nixon talking to the astonauts and them talking to nasa. How can I find out what is the possible value of this. Answer : An original sealed copy of this was recently listed on eBay for $9.99 but had no bids : http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1183378999 Draw your own conclusions, Dan Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6450327 Asker : sijka Subject : Sarah's Attic collectible figures Private : No Question : Is there a proce list or catalog for the small Sarah's Attic small black figurines?? Answer : You can find a couple hundred listings for these figurines on eBay here : http://cq-search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&query=Sarah*+attic&categoryid=&ht=1&st=0&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Completed auctions : http://search-completed.ebay.com/search/search.dll?query=Sarah%2A+attic&ht=1&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort eBay is probably the best price guide you can use, because it shows actual prices paid within the past month for your exact matching items. Have fun! Dan Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6888391 Asker : ldenton1 Subject : star trek hallmark ornaments Private : No Question : Hello, Could I get some advice to find out where is the best place for me to sell Star Trek Hallmark Ornaments on the Web? I have almost all from 1991 and really do not want to sell by auction. Thanks! Answer : Even though you don't want to sell by auction, you may want to USE the eBay auction web site to find a buyer. While it is against eBay's rules to solicit bidders, you can contact sellers to see if they are interested in what you have to sell. You should browse the listings for similar items, and find a seller who has multiple listings for these ornaments -- they may sell them on a regular basis. Then go to one of their listings and click on the "ask seller a question" link. Describe what you have, and how much money you want, and see if you can make a deal with them. I recommend you stick to dealers with high feedback ratings -- a couple hundred or more -- they will more likely be reputable and not rip you off. To find hundreds of matching listings, Copy/paste this address into your address bar : http://search-desc.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&query=star+trek+hallmark&categoryid=&ht=1&category1=13777&srchdesc=y&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort&submit=Search&BasicSearch= Another alternative is to create a web page and list all your items there, with pictures & prices, and an email address to contact you at. The only problem with this (other than the time it will take to create the page) is that to be successful, you need to get a lot of visitors to your website. You could go through the arduous task of getting your page listed on all the search engines and top site lists, but that is still no guarantee that you will get enough visitors to make it worth your investment in time. You could possibly combine selling some of your items at auction on eBay with having a web page for the rest of your items, but you need to clearly state in your auction listings that you have a web page with many more items listed for sale, AND provide a clickable link that will take them to your page. This will bring some visitors to your website that are already interested in your other items -- targeted traffic! These are the best ideas I can think of. Good Luck! Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://www.freewebz.com/workingman/ p.s. please remember to rate this answer Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6888449 Asker : eastcoazt7 Subject : collectables Private : No Question : where can I get a stamp collection appraised to sell in the metro NY/NJ area Answer : There are listings for dozens of stamp dealers on the below web pages : New York : http://members.tripod.com/~ajward/i/localdlr/us/ny.htm#top New Jersey : http://members.tripod.com/~ajward/i/localdlr/us/nj.htm#top You may also consider contacting the dealers at a local stamp show. You may be able to find a local show from the show listings links here : http://members.tripod.com/~ajward/stamps/0310.htm#top Good Luck! Dan Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6985210 Asker : texrose111 Subject : how to tell a "real coin" from a slab Private : Yes Question : I have gotten an "1804" silver dollar and really have no idea of how to tell if it is a fake. I understand that lots of fakes exist out there. I got it in at a market stall. To my untrained eye, it has all the marking but how can I tell if it is silver without going to a coindealer? Also, is there such a thing as an 1908 Liberty silver dollar? Answer : The odds are at least 1,000 to 1 that your coin is genuine -- there are a lot of fakes out there for the 1804, and only a handful of genuine coins exist. There are many ways to counterfeit this coin. Most common is casting. If it is a cast copy, you will see a seam along the outer edge of it, where the seams of the mold were. A genuine coin will be 39-40mm in diameter, will weigh just a fraction under 27 grams, and will have the following lettering on the edge : HUNDRED CENTS ONE DOLLAR OR UNIT This should give you enough info to eliminate 99% of all fakes. If your coin passes all these tests, then I recommend you find a local coin show, take the coin with you, and show it to several dealers, to get their opinions. You may be bale to find a local show here : http://www.coinshows.com/ I hope this covers it for you. Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://www.freewebz.com/workingman/ Answer : Also, a picture of a real 1804 can be seen here : http://www.coinfacts.com/silver_dollars/draped_bust_dollars/draped_bust_silver_dollars.html As for the 1908 dollar, there were no dollar coins minted in the U.S. from 1905-1920 Dan ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7035479 Asker : kennyprice Subject : coins Private : No Question : What year was the first coin of the United States minted ? and where ? Thank you Ken Price Answer : While there were many colonial issues -- minted privately or by individual states -- and coins from other countries used in colonial times, the first coin produced by The U.S. Mint was the half disme (that's not a typo, it means half-dime). 1500 pieces were produced in July, 1792 at the still-under-construction mint building located on Seventh Street near Arch in the city of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. George Washington supplied some of his own silver for the minting of these coins. The first federally authorized coin was the 1787 Fugio Cent (sometimes called the Franklin Cent because he designed it). However, even though the federal government contracted to have this coin produced, this coin was privately minted elsewhere. I hope this helps, Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://www.freewebz.com/workingman/ Rating : 2.8 End : Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7096843 Asker : HeatherPanter Subject : vintage sales on ebay Private : No Question : If I get something from a garage sale and sell it on ebay, what are the rules on calling it vintage? I thought that meant an older item, something used from garage and estate sales, but sold some dolls this way and the person who bought them said they were not any more vintage than a year or so. Whatever that means. How old does it have to be before calling it vintage? Answer : dictionary.com defines vintage as : Characterized by excellence, maturity, and enduring appeal; classic. There is no set age something has to be to be considered vintage. It's more related to item that was made in a classic style, that's better than a similar item made today (or is not made any more). Have fun! Dan Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7111283 Asker : Anonymous Subject : 1906 Penny Private : No Question : My father died, and in his belongings he had a money clip from his father that has a 1906 penney in it. I was wondering is the penney worth anything, or is the penney in the money clip worth anything. Both are in excellent shape due to it being in a box for the past 85 years. Answer : The penny in the clip will have no collector value because 1)it is a common date 2)it has been glued or welded or otherwise damaged when it was put into the money clip. However, being that old, the money clip should have some value. Exactly what, I couldn't tell you, because I've never seen it, and I'm no expert on money clips. Try doing a search on eBay to see if you can find any other money clips. This may give you an idea. Good Luck, Dan Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7146689 Asker : bdeprisco Subject : George Washington Coin/Token Private : No Question : I have this coin/token honoring George Washington. On the front it has a picture of G.W. Above his head is written, 1st President USA 1789 -1797. His name across the bottom. On the reverse is written in the center, First In War, First In Peace, First In The Hearts Of His Countrymen, Severed Eight Years As President, Without Pay. Across the top is written American Fabious, across the bottom is written Father Of His Country. The coin is about quarter size and appears to be copper. Thanks, Frank DePrisco bdeprisco@aol.com Answer : Your commemorative token is worth about $5 Watch this eBay auction to see what it sells for : http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1323866756 Dan Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7154066 Asker : lilchit43 Subject : silver certificate dollar bills Private : No Question : i've recently come across a couple of items i could use your help in finding out if they have any value.one is a one dollar silver certifcate bill in fair condition.its is a series 1935f. the second is a two dollor silver certificate also in fair condition,, a series 1963. i would appreciate a reply as soon as possible, thanx you, Darra Answer : Both items are considered common and are worth only 10-20 cents over their face value. Dan Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7175567 Asker : radradon Subject : collectibles Private : No Question : Greetings: I have a seven-year-old son that is looking for something or things to collect through his childhood years. He is looking for something/s that may increase in value in a few years that could afford his daily allowance of $1.00/day. His older brother collects basketball cards, some of them signed, and his older sister collects department store white Christmas teddy bears with embroidered year. He is not interested in coins or stamps. Could someone share his or her ideas with us? Thanks in advance… Answer : While non-sports cards (like Pokemon or Magic) have been very popular with young collectors, their future value is very unpredictable. Something your son may find interesting is Hot Wheels collectible cars & trucks. There is a whole collectors market out there for them -- like there is (or was) for Beanie Babies. And it is still possible to pick up individual cars, as they are released, from your local department stores (like K-Mart or Wal-Mart) for less than a couple dollars each. There is a whole category for these cars on the eBay online auction site, with almost 25,000 current listings, so you can see it is a very popular collectible. Check it out here : http://listings.ebay.com/aw/listings/list/all/category1171/index.html You may even find some good values there! If your son does decide to become a Hot Wheels collector, there is one important fact he must understand : nomatter how strong the temptation is, he cannot remove the cars from their original packaging. For any future collectible value, it is vital that the cars remain in their original packaging. If he takes them out and plays with them, they will lose almost all of their collector value. Have fun! Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://www.freewebz.com/workingman/ Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7175599 Asker : ej26 Subject : Collecting Pins(Collar Type) Private : No Question : i need ideas for displaying my whole collection of pins. ideas anyone? Answer : I recommend you take a sheet of cardboard, like from a refridgerator box, and cut it to the size you need. Then cover it with some nice cloth, like maybe felt -- you can glue the edges to the back side of the cardboard. You may then, if you wish, find some kind of picture frame that you can mount this into. Now you can take each pin and punch it through the cardboard, and re-attach the backing on the back side. This should give it a nice forward appearance. Have fun! Dan Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7175602 Asker : Anonymous Subject : Pennies Private : No Question : American money My nephew says that pennies are made of copper, but i heard that pennies were made of zinc. I already know that pennies use to be made of copper, but i heard that they are now made of zinc. Which is it. Also what are quarters, half dollars, nickles, and dimes made of. Answer : Please see my answer in the Coin Collecting category. 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Dan Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7206311 Asker : Anonymous Subject : 1858 coin Private : No Question : Hello, My father-in-law recently found an 1858 United States of America Half Dime. He wanted to know the value of a coin of this age. Thank-you, Mrs. Duran Answer : 1858 is not a rare date for Seated Liberty Half Dimes, unless it is the rare 1858 over inverted 1858 variety. Look at the back side, below the word "DIME", for a small "O" mintmark. In well-worn condition : no-mint = $6-$8 O-mint = $6-$10 In lightly-worn condition : no-mint = $30 O-mint = $45 In uncirculated condition, but with many contact marks : no-mint = $100 O-mint = $160 In uncirculated condition, and with alnost no contact marks : no-mint = $450 O-mint = $500 If your coin looks uncirculated, you should get a first-hand appraisal to determine exact grade & value. You may be able to find a local coin show, where you can take the coin to get free appraisals, here : http://www.coinshows.com Good Luck! Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://www.freewebz.com/workingman/ Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7217016 Asker : pdw73 Subject : VALUE OF COINS Private : No Question : I have a 1922 liberty silver dollor in good condition. What would the value of this be. I have numerous liberty half dollorS all from the 1970's. Is theRE any value in these. Answer : 1922 is one of the most common dates for all silver dollars. In circulated (worn) condition, they are worth about $5 each. If uncirculated (absolutely no wear), they will be worth $10-$15 each. Eisenhower Dollars (1971-1978) if taken out of circulation, are worth about $1.10 each -- there was alot of them minted. Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://www.freewebz.com/workingman/ Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7270828 Asker : carolynm6 Subject : silver dollars Private : No Question : Ihave one 1921 silver dollar and one 1979 the size of a quarter I would like to know their value Answer : 1921 is the most common date for silver dollars -- they minted millions of them. In circulated condition, it is worth about $5. If uncirculated -- absolutely no wear and flashy original mint luster -- it is worth $10-$15 1979 is the most common date for Susan B. Anthony dollars -- they minted hundreds of millions of them. Even in uncirculated condition, they have almost no premium over face value -- and probably never will. Feel free to spend it. I hope this helps, Dan Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7271933 Asker : bobowC21 Subject : U.S. collectible paper money Private : No Question : I have a 1934 series $5 bill, Hawaii. The Hawaii is printed twice on the front of the bill, and in large hollow block letters on the back. I was wondering about the origins and reason for this bill. Was it some kind of Hawaii celebration? Also, the value. I saw one on ebay in circulated condition that sold for $44. This one is in uncirculated condition. Would it thus have a rough value of $10 or $20 more? Any info, many thanks! Answer : Notes bearing a "Hawaii" overprint were used during World War II (issued in July of 1942) to insure identification should they have fallen into enemy hands. Types of these notes (with brown seals and serial numbers) included $1 Silver Certificates and $5, $10, and $20 Federal Reserve Notes. It was not until October 21, 1944 that all currency restrictions were revoked and normal monetary conditions returned to that area. While retail values for circulated $5 Hawaii notes are in the $40-$50 range, the average Crisp Uncirculated note is worth $200-$300, and a Gem (perfect) Crisp Uncirculated note can be worth as much as $500 You should get your note appraised first-hand by an experienced currency dealer. You may be able to find a local coin show, where you can get free appraisals, by following the links on my show schedule page : http://www.freewebz.com/workingman/ShowSchd.htm I hope this helps, Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://www.freewebz.com/workingman/ Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7306460 Asker : jessica_mizell Subject : how much will a penny that was invented in 1895 be worth Private : No Question : How much will a penny that was invented in 1895 be worth? Answer : 1895 is not one of the rare dates for this type of coin. It's value will depend on its condition. If it is worn to the point that the rim merges with the lettering or the wreath, or if it is corroded or green or damaged, it will have very little value -- maybe a couple cents. If the rim is complete on both sides, but the details are mostly worn smooth, it will be worth about $1. If the word LIBERTY is readable in the headband, it will be worth about $2. If LIBERTY is strong, the feathers are strong, and you can see 3-4 diamonds in the ribbon, it will be worth about $7. If there is no visible wear, it will be worth $20-$25 I hope this helps, Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://www.freewebz.com/workingman/ Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7306486 Asker : stokefan_98 Subject : Getting the value of an item if it went to auction Private : No Question : HI I have some items id be interested in auctionnig, is there a way I can value them (e.g.a MOCK auction) without actually putting them up for sale? They are pop music memorabillia from live Concerts etc. Thanks, stokefan. Answer : The best place to auction them on the internet is at eBay -- http://www.ebay.com They have search capabilities that may allow you to find a matching item and see what it sold for. If you can't find a match, you could do a sort of mock auction there, but it isn't free. What you would do, is create your listing, just as if you were selling the item, complete with pictures. Start the auction at 1 cent, but put a ridiculously high reserve price on it, like $50,000. This will end up costing you about $5 per item, so make sure it's worth it to do it. Odds are you won't end up selling anything, unless someone is willing to meet your reserve price. And if that happens, yippee! Good Luck, Dan Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7350116 Asker : jofjones Subject : Sunbonnets Private : No Question : Does anyone know where I can buy some old fashioned sunbonnets? Thanks, Jo Answer : You can find a couple listed for auction on eBay. here : http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&query=sun+bonnet&maxRecordsPerPage=100&ht=1&st=2&SortProperty=MetaEndSort&category4=960&BasicSearch= and here : http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&query=sunbonnet&categoryid=&ht=1&category4=960&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort&submit=Search&BasicSearch= Good Luck! Dan Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7350118 Asker : jofjones Subject : Sunbonnets Private : No Question : Does anyone know where I can buy some old fashioned sunbonnets? Thanks, Jo Answer : You can find a couple listed for auction on eBay. here : http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&query=sun+bonnet&maxRecordsPerPage=100&ht=1&st=2&SortProperty=MetaEndSort&category4=960&BasicSearch= and here : http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&query=sunbonnet&categoryid=&ht=1&category4=960&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort&submit=Search&BasicSearch= Good Luck! Dan Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7503303 Asker : chartier Subject : collecting Private : No Question : I am Haley, I am 13 years old and enjoy collecting. I would like to know what some good things to collect would be,that would be an investment. Could you make some suggestions. Thank you Answer : If you have an interest in car racing, like NASCAR, you might enjoy collecting miniature die cast cars & trucks. It is a growing collectibles area, with a connection to the real sport & its drivers, and with many different priced collectibles available at most collectibles shows, and even sometimes from your local discount department stores, like WalMart, when they are first issued -- a potential for some short-term profits or tradeable items. Think about it! Dan Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7555352 Asker : ladybug109483 Subject : twenty dollor gold pc. Private : No Question : what does it look like?i have one found at the seen of my car wreck Answer : There are a couple different kinds of U.S. $20 gold pieces. Excellent pictures and information can be foound here : http://www.coinfacts.com/DoubleEagles/DoubleEagles.html I hope this helps. Let me know if you need more information. Thanks, Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://www.freewebz.com/workingman/ Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7586599 Asker : larrypam82 Subject : Collectible magazines-- Escapade magazine Private : No Question : Does anyone have any advice on how to locate a 1965 (early, possibly January) or 1964 (late, possibly December) issue of Escapade Men's magazine? What would be the best place to start to search for this, does anyone know? Any advice on where to look would be helpful. (The issue I'm looking for has a short story in it titled "Civilization") Thanks very much-- Larry W. (Wayno) Phillips Answer : You could try the listings on eBay -- I found about 20 current listings and over 30 completed auction listings for this magazine today. Start here : http://search-desc.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&query=escapade&categoryid=&ht=1&category1=607&srchdesc=y&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort&submit=Search&BasicSearch= Completed auctions : http://search-completed.ebay.com/search/search.dll?query=escapade&srchdesc=y&ht=1&maxRecordsPerPage=100&category1=607&combine=y&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Even if you don't find a listing for the date you want, you may be able to contact the sellers to see if they have the one you want. Good Luck! Dan Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7593613 Asker : Anonymous Subject : 1921 Liberty Silver Dollar Private : No Question : I have a 1921 Liberty Silver Dollar. I have no knowledge or experience in coin collecting, therefore, cannot comment on its condition other than to say that it has been in circulation, although alot of detail seems to remain on both sides ot the coin. Could you give me a rough idea of its value? I noticed in a recent question, you stated that a 1922 was very common. Is this the case with 1921's also? Thank you for your attention. Answer : ANY U.S. silver dollar from 1935 or older is going to be worth at least $3 nomatter what condition it is in -- that'e the current value of the 3/4 ounce of silver it contains. However, as long as they aren't severely damaged or worn almost completely flat, silver dollars always bring a premium -- even the most common dates are still worth at least $5 The value of your specific silver dollar depends on several things. First, there were 2 different types minted in 1921, so you need to determine if you have one of the very common Morgan dollars -- like this : http://www.coinfacts.com/silver_dollars/morgan_dollars/1921_morgan_dollars/1921_morgan_dollar_chapman_obv.jpg or if you have one of the rarer Peace dollars -- like this : http://www.coinfacts.com/silver_dollars/peace_dollars/1921_peace_dollar_obv.jpg If you have a Morgan dollar, they are VERY common (the highest mintage of all dates), and if at all circulated, they are worth about $5. If uncirculated -- NO wear, bright, and lustrous, like the day they were made -- they will be worth about $10-$15 If you have the rarer Peace dollar, you have to consider the condition of the coin next. If it shows noticeable wear, it will be worth $25-$30. If there is only the slightest wear on the highest points of the details, it will be worth about $65. If it is uncirculated, then depending on contact marks, strike, luster, eye-appeal, etc. it will be worth $100, $200, $300 or more. You would need a first-hand appraisal by a qualified grader to determine exact value. As far as selling it, you should probably take it to a local coin show, show it to several dealers, and take the best offer. You may be able to find a local coin show by following the links on my Show Schedule page : http://www.freewebz.com/workingman/ShowSchd.htm Have fun! Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://www.freewebz.com/workingman/ Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7633242 Asker : tmore80 Subject : About Wheat pennies Private : Yes Question : I was wondering if a 1953 wheat penny is worth anything, if so,what is it worth? I would apreciate any information you can give me ok Answer : Sorry, but 1953 is a very common year for wheat cents. In circulated condition, it's worth about 2 cents Even a beautiful uncirculated coin is worth only about 25 cents Sorry it's not more Dan ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7679821 Asker : Anonymous Subject : Currency Value Private : No Question : What is the value of a 1957A Silver Certificate, P80043793A? Answer : Unfortunately, silver certificates from 1957 are VERY common. In circulated condition, they are only worth about $1.10 each. Even nice, crisp, problem-free uncirculated notes are worth only $2-$3 Sorry it's not more, Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://www.freewebz.com/workingman/ Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7803485 Asker : Anonymous Subject : silver certificate dollar bill Private : Yes Question : I have a few 1935 silver certificate $1.00 bills how much are they worth? I also have a 1953 $2.00 bill. how much are they worth if any thing at all? Answer : I apologize for the extreme delay in my answer, but someone has been messing with my AskMe.com account (and still is), and I'm trying to get it cleaned up and back under control. ----- 1935 Silver Certificates are not really rare. There are a lot of people who saved them, so there are a lot of them available to collectors. An average circulated note will be worth about $1.25 A note that has only the slightest hint of having been circulated is worth about $2.00 Crisp Uncirculated notes will be worth $3.00 to $8.00 -- depending on how nice they are. ----- 1953 $2 bills are also quite common. An average circulated note will be worth about $2.50 A note that has only the slightest hint of having been circulated is worth about $3.50 Crisp Uncirculated notes will be worth $4.00 to $7.00 -- depending on how nice they are. ----- I hope this helps, Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://www.freewebz.com/workingman/ ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7945921 Asker : EddieP22 Subject : Selling foreign coins Private : Yes Question : A friend of ours who is a world traveler gave us about 50 coins from mexico, holland, etc that may or may not be worth much. How can we convert these coins to cash? Will a bank convert these for us? What should we do with these? We have no interest in coin collecting. Thanks Answer : Thank you for your question. Unfortunately, banks do not convert foreign coins to U.S. -- they will only convert currency (bills). So probably the best thing to do is to take a good, big picture of all the coins, and put the whole thing up as one auction lot on ebay, in the world coins section. Start the whole thing at a couple bucks and see what it gets. Or perhaps if you don't really need the money, you can hang on to the coins, then pass them out to trick-or-treaters at Halloween. Have fun! Please remember to rate this answer. Thanks, Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://www.freewebz.com/workingman/ Rating : 5 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7974665 Asker : FunkyMonkey41487 Subject : silver dollars Private : Yes Question : i wrote you a while back but you never wrote back.I have two silver dollars, 1 has the date 1979 and the other has the date 1999.I was wondering,are these the silver dollars that were missprinted and worth money?please write back this time. Answer : Sorry if I never answered you before, but someone was messing with my AskMe account. What you have are common Susan B. Anthony dollars, minted in 1979, 1980, 1981, and 1999. There were many millions of these minted, so they have no added value. Up until the new Golden Dollars became distributed, you could readily obtain as many as you want of these S.B.A. dollars from Post Office vending machines. Now they distribute the golden dollars. I wish I had better news for you. Please remember to rate this answer. Thanks, Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://www.workingmancoins.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 8095495 Asker : free_spirit47 Subject : a petition to askme Private : No Question : Calling all experts. Please consider this as a petition to askme.com against there constant ignorance towards the happenings on there site.I know many of you are already supporting me as these activities are not only danagerous but hold great importance to the public . 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Please take the time to read our complaints it feels as if not only are we earning askmes fortune but running the company for you also in keeping tabs on the activities for you, but following all of our efforts still we are not respected and left to face the continual problems here. You may well have a report abuse facility but it is worthless as no action is ever taken. We will take this worldwide to the press and BBC and contact the paper who showed recent interest in askme to make people aware of the dangers here in looking for help and askme's constant choice to ignore this. Please take us seriously as this is a major problem. Thankyou The askme experts Answer : I wholeheartedly applaud your efforts! However, I fear it will again fall on deaf ears. The AskMe Corporation has basicly moved on to other revenue generating operations and left the AskMe.com website to twist in the wind -- which is about all you could expect from a heartless corporation -- the only thing that matters is the bottom line, and I doubt Askme.com generates much revenue for them, other than links to their other revenue-generating web sites. My complaints have fallen on deaf ears many times also. For example, there is some old fool who is blatently pumping up his own stats with multiple 5-star ratings on his own answers (under assumed names). And at the same time this person is killing my publicly perceived credibility by repeatedly going down my list of public answers and 1-starring them all, intentionally doing this to the point that even previously 5-star answers (as rated by the original questioner) are knocked down to 2-stars overall. The effect of this is page after page of all 5-star ratings for him and 1 or 2-star ratings for me (and probably other people too). How many of you other experts have page after page of 5-star ratings with no unrated answers in between? While it's true that this person does repeatedly PESTER the original questioner to come back and rate his answer, there are still many that do not return. But yet a few days later his answer will have a 5-star OVERALL rating. This has been going on for at least a year now -- I have had to resort to making almost all of my answers private to avoid his intentional tampering -- you would think this fool would have something better to do with his time. Anyhow, my multiple complaints to AskMe about this and other things have never received any response, other than the canned auto-reply email you get from the complaint form program. Direct emails to them go unacknowledged -- even direct emails to the alleged person in charge of this web site go unanswered. And calls to their corporate office only got me "she's not in today" or "she's not available" responses, along with more unanswered voice mail messages. Face it -- THEY JUST DON'T CARE !!! If AskMe.com is not making money for them, they will not put any resources into it -- unless they are forced to. And when push comes to shove, they would be more likely to just shut down the site, than to flush resources into a non-revenue-generating operation. They are a corporation -- that's how corporations think. Best of luck to you in your petition and your subsequent actions. You can add my name to the list, Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://www.workingmancoins.com Rating : 1 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 8095511 Asker : Anonymous Subject : Just Wondering...? Private : No Question : I have the "Foreigner" LP by Cat Stevens from 1973 and I was just wondering how rare it is because it's in pretty good condition and has everything it came with when they were bought new in 1973 *like the polar bear picture on a thick piece of paper almost like card board* and a the Cat Stevens "Foreigner" Post Card. I was just wondering cause I have no clue if it's a good find or not. Answer : Sorry for the late response, but I don't often have time to check the questions in this category. My Price Guide to Collectible Albums lists your item at $10 in used condition and $25 in near-mint condition. It was a very popular and big-selling album for Cat Stevens, so I'm sure there are plenty of copies of it available out there for the much-diminished audience he commands now. In fact, I have a copy of it myself! Good Luck, Dan Rating : 3.8 Rating : 3.8 Rating : 3.8 Rating : 3.8 Rating : 3.8 ********************************************************************** Category : Other (Collectibles) QAId : 2834102 Asker : rdf67 Subject : coins Private : No Question : Hi I am wondering what the word proof means? for example: I want to buy a 1983 *proof* set from paradisecoin.com. that proof Answer : Proof refers to the way a coin is made -- the method of manufacture, not the condition of the coin. While regular coins (those that are made to be circulated) are pushed through the minting process as fast as possible, more care is taken in the production of proof coins because they are being made for collectors. When proof coins are made, the mint uses specially prepared dies and planchets, that are highly polished. They repeatedly strike the coins, at a slower rate, with more pressure. All this gives the coins sharper details and a mirrored finish. In the past decade or so, the mint has gotten so good at making proof coins, that they all come out with striking cameo effects between the figure on the coin and the mirrored fields around the figure. The U.S. Mint's definition of proof can be found here : http://www.usmint.gov/collecting/Glossary.cfm#proof I hope this explains it all for you. Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/rarecoins/ Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 2834552 Asker : lauracushen Subject : Album value Private : No Question : I have an album that is titled "The Essential Jimi Hendrix" it is a two record album and also has a round gold embossed stamp the reads Promotional Copy Nor for Resale. I also have another album that is called "The Essential Kimi Hendrix" Volume Two. I would like to know if they have any value. Thank you, Lara Answer : "Essential" is one of the more popular of Jimi's albums -- it's like a greatest hits album. In mint condition, Volume 1 will be worth about $20 to a collector -- used, about $5.00 Volume 2 came with an LP and a 7 inch 45RPM of the song "Gloria". Complete & in mint condition, this set is worth about $20 -- used, about $5 -- without "Gloria", about $2 The promotional stamp was probably attached when the album was given to a radio station to be played on-air. It adds no significant value. I hope this helps, Dan Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 2835114 Asker : Anonymous Subject : c2o cars Private : No Question : where can i find information on c2o cars. Answer : I can only assume you mean CO2 cars -- powered by carbon dioxide. If so, here are several websites : http://www.techno-isel.com/press_techdirect.htm http://www.newton.mec.edu/Brown/co2links.html http://www.co2racing.com/ http://www.angelfire.com/mn2/co2/ http://www.mastercamedu.com/tech.htm http://lincoln.k12.mi.us/~jtproz/rocketcars.htm http://www.norris.esu6.k12.ne.us/vica/co2cars.htm http://www.kyrene.k12.az.us/itech/amsitech/activities/lsrav/movies.htm http://www.kyrene.k12.az.us/itech/amsitech/activities/lsrav/samples.htm http://xnet.rrc.mb.ca/proctor/Solutions99/CO2%20Cars%202001.html You can use the Search button on your browser, searching for "CO2 cars" to find more websites. I hope this is what you are looking for, Dan Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 2836021 Asker : Anonymous Subject : coin Private : No Question : I have a sivler coin on one side it says "United States of America" with an Eagle and some stars on it. The other side says "Liberty" on top and "1797" on the bottom, it is surrounded with stars and has a side view of woman. Can you tell me what type of coin it is? Answer : Your coin could be one of several possible coins minted in 1797 : Half-Dime, Draped Bust, Small Eagle Reverse, reeded edge, diameter 16.5 mm Dime, Draped Bust, Small Eagle Reverse, reeded edge, diameter 19 mm (there are 13 star & 16 star varieties) Half Dollar, Draped Bust, Small Eagle Reverse, Lettered Edge, diameter 32.5 mm (FIFTY CENTS OR HALF A DOLLAR will be stamped on the edge of the coin, and a 1/2 symbol should be visible on the reverse at the bottom) Silver Dollar, Draped Bust, Small Eagle Reverse, Lettered Edge, diameter 39-40 mm (HUNDRED CENTS, ONE DOLLAR OR UNIT will be stamped on the edge of the coin) Since all of these coins look pretty much identical and none of them have the denomination stamped on the face of the coin, the best way to determine your coin is by its size -- how many millimeters wide the coin is. Or if it is one of the larger coins, the denomination is stamped into the edge of the coin, and may still be readable. Values for these coins can be found at : http://www.numismedia.com/fmv/fmv.shtml I hope this answers all of your questions. If not, let me know. Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 2836178 Asker : Anonymous Subject : coin value Private : No Question : Hello: I found a 1943s lincoln cent.It's in very good condition,with only a bit of rust on a cheek.If anyone could help me.I would like to Know if it's a counterfit and if not, the value for a coin like this.I'm interested in puting it for auction or selling it.How can I do this? Answer : In 1943, the composition of the Lincoln Cents was changed to steel, coated with zinc, to save the copper for the war effort. During this year, they made a lot of these steel cents -- over a billion altogether -- so they are pretty common. Even though your coin is in very good condition, with the rust on it, its value will be pretty low. I sell similar coins on my website for 25 cents each. Don't waste your time with an auction. Give the coin to a kid -- it'll make his/her day! Have fun! Dan End : Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 2836273 Asker : MistyMountain Subject : albums Private : No Question : My brother has come across an album of the Beatles called "The Beatles Love Songs". It was made in 1977 by Capital Records and has gold embossment on the front with the picture of them. It also has a booklet in it and is a duel album set. Can you tell me if it's collectible and how much it is worth? He has asked a few people himself but he gets really different answers like $1000.00 to $20.00 I think the people that he is asking really don't have a clue and are just coming off with numbers. Thanks Answer : I just looked the album up in my Collectible Albums book, and it lists a used album at $6 and a like-new album at $15.00 How well did that one do on eBay? Dan Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 2869502 Asker : Anonymous Subject : coin prices Private : No Question : I have a 2 cent coin that is clearly dated 1864 with what seems to be no dents or nicks in the coin. The coin is of dark brownish color that I am assuming comes from age. It has not been cleaned excessively and is in a clear case. All of the writing on the coin ("2", "United States of America", and the date) are very readable. From this information how much money do you think that I could get if I were to sell this coin? (if it helps any, this specific coin was made at the United States Mint) Answer : please see the answers to this question in the Coin Collecting category. 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Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 2913105 Asker : Julia64 Subject : old coins Private : No Question : Where can I find information about old coinds or people who colect them becouse i think I have a old coind and cost some money please.Thank you. Answer : Please refer to the answer given to this same question in the Coin Collecting section. Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 2972270 Asker : jysnyder@... Subject : 1943 dime Private : No Question : Is a 1943 dime worth anything? Should I save it it is marked with a W and has a lady with wings in her hair? Answer : There were a lot of Mercury Dimes minted in the 1940's, so they are pretty common. It is, however made of silver, so at the minimum it will have is silver value -- currently about 30˘ If it has been circulated, showing any signs of wear, then it will only have silver value. If it is uncirculated, but has noticeable marks on it, it will be worth $2-$3 If it is uncirculated, and shows no significant marks, it will be worth $5-$8 For higher grade uncirculated dimes, the strength of the strike can add significant value to the coin -- double or triple or more. Strong strikes are normally determined by whether the horizontal bands on the fasces (on the reverse) are full and seperated. This is better known as full split bands. The coin designer's name is Adolph A. Weinman. His monogram, AW, appears on the obverse, to the right of the neck. The coins were minted at the Philadelphia (no mintmark), Denver ("D" mintmark), and San Francisco ("S" mintmark) mints. The mintmark is located on the reverse, near the rim, between the word ONE and the bottom of the fasces (about 7 o'clock). I hope this answers all your questions. Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/rarecoins/ Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3052973 Asker : res02iqf Subject : coin collecting Private : No Question : Where can I find web sites that have information on "coin collecting?" Answer : Please see the answers listed for this question in the Coin Collecting section. 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Subject : 1929 tend ollar bill Private : No Question : i have a 192 ten dollar bill issued from the union national bnk of houston texas can you please help me find its worth Answer : The value of your 1929 $10 National Bank Note will depend alot on the condition of the bill : If it's all worn out, crinkled, torn, etc. it will only be worth $11 If it's been circulated, but still appears to be in excellent condition (may have a light fold or 2), it will be worth about $20 If it's never been circulated, is clean & crisp like new, it will be worth $50-$60 I hope this covers it for you, Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/rarecoins/ Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3853390 Asker : lovk Subject : Value of old dollar banknotes Private : No Question : What is the value of the following Confederate Dollar banknotes, both in Used-Good condition: ------ $5 (Five Dollars) dated 1861 ------ $500 (FiveHundred Dollars) dated 1864. Many thanks. FV-K PLEASE NOTE MY NEW EMAIL ADDRESS: FRAN@ALLV-K.COM Answer : Generally, 1861 $5 CSA notes sell for $20-$30 each. You can find prices realized at recent eBay auctions here : http://search-completed.ebay.com/cgi-bin/texis/ebaycomplete/results.html?dest=&cobrandpartner=&ht=1&maxRecordsPerPage=100&category2=3414&query=1861+%245&SortProperty=MetaEndSort&SortOrder=%5Bd%5D 1864 $500 CSA notes sell for about $150 each. See this recent eBay auction : http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=469392700&ed=972499565 These prices assume that your bills are authentic. Inspect both sides of your bills for the words "FACSIMLE" or "REPLICA". The presence of these words will greatly reduce the value of your notes. But even without the presence of these words, your bills may not be authentic -- there were alot of counterfeits produced. You will need to have a qualified expert examine your bills in person to determine if they are genuine. You may be able to locate an expert by looking at the locations listed for the dealers selling CSA notes on eBay and contacting a local one. Have fun! Dan Rating : 2.6 End : Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3853403 Asker : Anonymous Subject : old english coins Private : No Question : Which old silver coin was worth fourpence Answer : You can see several listings of British 4 Pence coins at eBay : http://listings.ebay.com/aw/listings/list/all/category3400/index.html Dan Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3853419 Asker : LMolineux Subject : Needing help with a collection of mine Private : No Question : Ok here is what i am trying to do see i have asked in the past here on the net if people could record a 2 hour slab of the weather channel from their cable suplier if you just stick in a tape and tune it to the weather channel and hit record see i am trying to get a collection together i am only doing a personal collection of weather channel local forecasts that you see in your area I have my area covered and a few other Area's Covered but I want to see if i can get some other Area's Covered. I have gotten people from Boston Anchorage alaska Portland Maine Atlanta GA and some areas of Texas and Some Areas in California. So if you could please help out i would be very greatly appricative and hey i will pay for the shipping and if you want also the tape? Take this as an example: I live here in Philadelphia area i see Philadelphia PA weather information Now for the Rest of the information that will Help If you Live in Boston or New York City you would see you local forecast for that city not for philadelphia see i can state one more to you. If you Live in Orlando you would see Orlando's weather also like Huston or Dallas you would See Houstons or Dallas's Weather information if you are interested in helping please add it here please Thank you, Lee Answer : If you would like a tape of the Monroe, Michigan broadcast (Between Detroit & Toledo), then contact me directly at Working.Man@usa.net to work out the details. Dan Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5509267 Asker : cinobun Subject : old bottles Private : No Question : HI! I have an old mouthwash bottle,Lavoris brand, to be exact. Where can I see pictures and money values of old bottles. Thank you kindly. Deb Crawfordville, FL Answer : The answer is eBay! I just did a search there, and found 3 different current listings and 6 completed auction listings for Lavoris bottles. Try goin here to search : http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&query=Lavoris&categoryid=&ht=1&st=0&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort In fact, they have 3 different categories just for collectible bottles. They are listed here : http://listings.ebay.com/aw/listings/list/all/category13905/index.html eBay is the world's largest online marketplace. This is not a plug for them, but to find the current selling value of something -- almost anything -- eBay is about the best source I can think of. You'd be surprised what you can find there! Have fun! Dan Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5509314 Asker : owhorton Subject : 7 oz Suncrest Soda Bottle Private : No Question : I recently found a 7 oz Sun Crest Soda Bottle. The bottle is empty and without a cap. However, it is in great shape. I can easily read the blue and white label. The back of the bottle reads . . . "Know what you Drink" Do you know the age of the bottle and/or how much it would be worth, if anything? Do you know of any web sites that would have additional information about this type of bottle? Thanks Answer : The answer is eBay! I just did a search there, and found a ton of current listings and even more completed auction listings for Sun Crest soda bottles. Try goin here to search : http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&query=sun+crest&categoryid=&ht=1&st=0&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort In fact, they have an entire category with several sub-categories just for collectible soda bottles. They are listed here : http://listings.ebay.com/aw/listings/list/all/category36/index.html eBay is the world's largest online marketplace. This is not a plug for them, but to find the current selling value of something -- almost anything -- eBay is about the best source I can think of. You'd be surprised what you can find there! Have fun! Dan Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5519510 Asker : bizarre Subject : coca cola curtains Private : No Question : I am doing my basement in the style of an old 1950"s diner and would like to know if there is a place that sells curtains which have the Coca Cola emblem on them? Answer : There is a seller on eBay who has listed Coca Cola bedding & curtain sets in the the past. The ones they had listed are for the new design with the polar bear, but they may be able to locate a design with just the logo on them. Contact Info : Name: Coke Stuff USA Address: 10311 Haven Circle, Oklahoma City, OK 73130 Phone: 405-732-6659 Fax: 405-736-0906 Toll Free: 800-643-7115 Website: http://www.cokestuffusa.com Email: info@cokestuffusa.com They have some items listed on their website -- like a sheet set, throw, or placemats -- that you could probably use to make curtains from. They also have a ton of other items you might like to use in your decorating. Have fun! Dan Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5574122 Asker : Anonymous Subject : Ingots Private : No Question : Would anyone know about how much a complete 12 piece sterling ingot set of the European Theater would cost These are from the Lincoln mint, each one is 672 - grain of sold sterling, this set was purchased in 1973 & 1974 from the World War II Commemorative Medal Society out of Chicago. I also have an American Bicentennial Society Official Gold Commemorative medal with a registration card dated 11/28/75 and numbered 5074 that my dad would like to know about its worth. Thank You for any help Answer : While finding price lists for these types of items is one thing, finding an actual buyer is a whole different situation. How many buyers are there for a European Theater ingot set? Ingots, medals, tokens, rounds, etc. that are manufactured by private companies (like Lincoln Mint, Franklin Mint, Washington Mint, etc.) have almost NO resale market. It is VERY difficult to find anyone interested in buying them at a price that is any higher that the value of the precious metal they contain. If you take your ingot set to a coin dealer, you will be offered about $5.00 each ($60 total) -- the approximate melt value for them. If they are in a nice display case, you may be offered a LITTLE more. You have to understand that any dealer buying these will have to consider the fact that they will probably end up with them in their inventory for a long time -- unless they are sold as silver rounds. Therefore, the silver value is all that can logically be offered for them. The same thing applies for the gold medal. The actual gold content will be calculated, and you will be offered a price based on that. You may have a little better luck by selling them on one of the online auctions, like ebay or yahoo, but don't expect much. And it will cost you to list them there. Good Luck! Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5574407 Asker : tspowell Subject : whiskey decantors Private : No Question : I have a collection of McCormick Whiskey decantors that contain eight Revolutionary figures such as Thomas Jefferson, Betsy Ross, John Paul Jones, etc.. The seals are unbroken and all are in perfect condition. This is the bicentenial collection. Can anyone tell the approximate value, and where I might sell if desired? Thanks. Answer : These have been selling on eBay for $15-$20 each. For a complete set, you might get a premium -- perhaps $150-$200 See here : http://search-completed.ebay.com/search/search.dll?query=McCormick&ebaytag1=ebayreg&ht=1&maxRecordsPerPage=100&category3=10901&SortProperty=MetaEndSort If you decide to list them on eBay, be sure to include some nice pictures of them -- it REALLY helps to sell your item. Good Luck! Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5601552 Asker : Anonymous Subject : caring for vinyl Private : No Question : Hello, I have 3,000 LP's that I plan on selling. I bought plastic covers. After having covered one third of them, I heard that storing them like this may warp them! I don't know how long it will take me to sell...one year, who knows. I certainly don't want to damage the records. I thought I was protecting them. What is the story here? Thank you in advance. Answer : I have a significant album collection myself (several hundred) and have had no damage problems. The plastic covers are fine -- they won't cause any damage. What you want to make sure of -- along with storing them in a cool, temperature-controlled room -- is that they are stored vertically, like the books in a library. Do NOT store them in a stack, with the weight of the upper albums smashing the bottom albums. Also, make sure they are NOT leaning -- even a little bit -- this is a sure way to warp your albums. Keep their container or shelf full, or use a bookend to keep them completely vertical. Another important thing to avoid is sunlight. Even if you have your albums stored vertically in a cool room, a good blast of sunlight will heat them up and cause you all kinds of problems! Keep the shades and curtains shut, or store in a room that does not receive direct sunlight. You may also need to be conscious of where your heat registers are located. They could cause problems if too close to your collection, blowing hot air on them. I hope this covers everything. Please remember to rate this answer. Thanks, Dan Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5622312 Asker : lex78 Subject : Magazine collectables Private : No Question : I have a few copies of Better Homes and Gardens dated 1955 and 1956 ...are they worth anything...they're in good ...not mint condition.. Answer : In looking through the NUMEROUS listings of completed auctions for this magazine on eBay, it appears that they are selling for a couple dollars per issue. You can check out the listings for yourself here : http://search-completed.ebay.com/search/search.dll?query=better&ebaytag1=ebayreg&ht=1&maxRecordsPerPage=100&category2=1141&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Have fun! Dan Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5702599 Asker : Anonymous Subject : re-toning? Private : No Question : Hello.....I recently purchased an entire roll of liberty walking halves for my collection while at a flea market (big mistake, I know:). There were several in the roll that I didn't need (I already had them in my collection), so I took them to a dealer to sell or trade. He took one look at them and said they'd been cleaned and were worthless. I feel like an idiot because I hadn't noticed it before, but he said that I might be able to undo some of the damages by carrying them around in my pockets for a while. Will this really work? How long will it take? Is is safe for the coins (mostly in XF+ and above) to be carried around like that? Do you know of any other ways to fix this problem? Thank you so much for your help....I'll try anything to fix them, as they would have been quite valuable if not for the cleaning. JC Answer : From your description, it sounds like the coins were abrasively cleaned, leaving hairlines on the surfaces of the coins. It's very difficult to undo this damage. If you carry them around, effectively recirculating them, over the course of time, and with alot of handling, you can wear away the surface damage. However, you will also be wearing away the surface, reducing your coins from XF+ to VF or less, which will also reduce their value. The additional circulation and handling will probably give them more eye appeal, but the reduction in grade will offset that. Artificially retoning them -- either by smoking them or putting them in a wet, yellow envelope in the sun -- may help hide some of the cleaning marks, but most dealers will be able to detect this too. I think you're stuck :( Probably the best thing to do, if you can, is go back to the flea market dealer and see if he'll either buy them back from you (probably at some loss to you) or accept them in trade for something else. Good Luck! Dan Rating : 2.8 Answer : If the coins have been polished, then there will be tiny scratches all over the surfaces -- the abrasive cleaning I mentioned -- and will be TOUGH to fix. If the coins have been chemically dipped, they will not have the minute scratches. In this case, some gentle handling to "dirty" them up, or a little re-toning should help. Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5755380 Asker : donut50 Subject : Lottery Ticket Private : No Question : Hello. In 1962 or '63, while living in Germany, I purchased a lottery ticket I recently came across it in some papers. Has it any value from a collector's point of view? By the way, it lost! All answers rated. Eric Answer : I'm not sure if you can find anyone to buy it from you, but there was another German lottery ticket (from 1944) that recently sold on eBay : http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1237770505 It's a lot older and only got about $10, but you never know! Good Luck! Dan Rating : 2.9 FUQuestion : By the way, Dan, are you familiar with the following: Mercury phonecards (4, about 10 years old) English beer cans (about 20, ring-pull, bottom drained) over 10 years old. A WWII map showing British minefields in the Baltic An old (possibly pre 1940) London Transport bus ticket. Hope you don't mind me asking. Thanks. Eric. Answer : sorry, all those things are unfamiliar to me. I know there are whole sections on eBay for the phone cards and the beer cans. The only thing I can suggest is doing some searching on eBay to see if you can find anything similar. Good Luck! Dan End : Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5779874 Asker : flowergirlinoz Subject : information about wathc fobs Private : No Question : my unclefound an all silver wathc fob while coin-hunting.I would like to learn more about it's history and if it indeed could be a valuable collectible. Here is the description: FROUNT: pictue of a man in an endloader and it says Caterpillar BACK: Altforfdr machine Company Davenport Cedar Rapids Hannibal Leaven's Manufacturing company Atticrnpo, Mass i have not looked at it myself yet, so some of the spellings could be wrong. Anyway, i would appreciate any information anyone has Answer : You can often find valuable information about an item you have by looking through the auction listings at eBay. The listers are trying to sell their items for the most money, so they will provide as much information about it as possible. I've found over 100 current and completed listings for Caterpillar watch items -- perhaps some will match your item, and they can provide more information for you. Current Listings : http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&query=Caterpillar+watch*&categoryid=&ht=1&st=0&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Completed listings : http://search-completed.ebay.com/search/search.dll?query=Caterpillar+watch%2A&ebaytag1=ebayreg&ht=1&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Take a little time and go through the listings, and see if anything matches your watch fob. Good Luck! Dan Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5779913 Asker : Anonymous Subject : I need an item appraised Private : No Question : I'm thinking of purchasing an original "Ball bearing clock" from 1978-- it has never been used and is in the original packaging. I know that 70's collectibles are popular right now, and I'd like to get an idea of what it's worth-- Thanks! Answer : Depending on which clock you're considering, they have been recently selling on eBay for anywhere from $18 to $56 Here are the recent completed auction listings : http://search-completed.ebay.com/search/search.dll?query=ball+bearing+clock&ebaytag1=ebayreg&ht=1&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Have fun! Dan Rating : 2 End : Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5787622 Asker : Anonymous Subject : I have a Little Black Sambo Book, dust cover gone, but written by H Bannerman in 1925 and 1928...any idea of value, all pages there.. no discoloration. Private : No Question : Little Black Sambo, good shape, all pages there, only missing dust cover. Any idea of worth on todays market??? Answer : eBay privides an active current market for a multitude of items like yours. Check out the listings, find a matching item, and see what it sold for. You can find similar items up for sale on eBay here : http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&ht=1&ebaytag1=ebayreg&query=Little+Black+Sambo&query2=Little+Black+Sambo&search_option=1&exclude=&category0=267&minPrice=&maxPrice=&ebaytag1code=0&st=0&SortProperty=MetaEndSort You can find prices realized for completed auctions here : http://search-completed.ebay.com/search/search.dll?query=Little+Black+Sambo&ebaytag1=ebayreg&ebaytag1code=0&ht=1&category0=267&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Good Luck! Dan Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5895933 Asker : Anonymous Subject : cartoon cereal bowl Private : No Question : I have an old cartoon cereal bowl with 2 mice pictured on the bottom. One mouse has a bow tie and the other has a vest. What was the cartoon and how much would the bowl be worth? The bottom of the bowl says Melmac Dinnerware, Boonton Molding Co., Boonton, NJ Answer : I believe what you have is a Pixie & Dixie child's cereal bowl. The Pixie & Dixie cartoon was produced by Hanna-Barbera and was featured on the old Huckleberry Hound Show. This bowl, in good condition, will be worth a couple of dollars -- nothing big. See these eBay auction listings : http://search-desc.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&SortProperty=MetaEndSort&pb=&maxRecordsPerPage=100&ebaytag1=ebayreg&ht=1&st=2&query=Melmac+bowl+pix*&srchdesc=y I hope this helped, Dan Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5896093 Asker : William_Savage Subject : coins Private : No Question : Rumor has it that the new North Carolina Quarter has two variations. One says "First in Flight" and the other says "First Flight". Is this true and if so is one valuable as a misprint? Which one is the misprint? What is the going value of it? Thanks.. Answer : As most rumors are, this rumor is slightly misleading. There are not two different variations. The "First Flight" version is simply caused by a problem with the minting process. First let me explain that since the letters on the coin are raised out of the surface of the coin, this means that they are recessed into the die that stamps the coin. When the coin blank is stamped, the metal of the blank is forced to match the design on the die -- it's pushed out of the raised areas of the die and into the recessed areas. The presses used to mint the coins require the use of grease. Occasionally this grease gets into the dies that stamp the coins and fills in the recessed areas of the design. When these recessed areas get filled with grease, then the metal of the coin blank doesn't get forced into these filled recesses of the die. Therefore, the design that gets stamped onto the coin blank will be missing the detail where the filled recesses are. This will cause things like missing letters. So, what it boils down to is that those "First Flight" North Carolina quarters are simply caused by grease-filled dies. This is more common than you might think. With all the billions of state quarters minted, it happens all the time, and to every state. It's just that some of these misprints are more interesting and become more popularized than others. This is not a great rarity. As it happens all the time, they aren't worth alot -- perhaps a couple of dollars to an interested collector. I hope this answers your question, Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/rarecoins/ Rating : 3 Rating : 3 Rating : 3 Rating : 3 Rating : 3 Rating : 3 Rating : 3 Rating : 3 Rating : 3 Rating : 3 Rating : 3 Rating : 3 Rating : 3 Rating : 3 Rating : 3 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5953297 Asker : bullwhip1 Subject : san juan art pottery vase Private : No Question : hello i have a small vase marked san juan art pottery (THE ALAMO) SAN ANTOINO TEXAS IT IS HAND PAINTED OF SOME TREES AND MTS. AND A LONG WINDY ROAD IT IS ABOUT 41/2" AROUND AND ABOUT 9" TALL CAN YOU PLEASE TELL ME ANY THING ABOUT THE COMPANY OR THE VASE OR REFER ME TO SOME ONE THAT CCAN !! THANK YOU Answer : There is a similar item currently for sale on eBay. Perhaps the owner can provide more information for you : http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1247320112 Good Luck! Dan FUQuestion : hi dan i can not open that web page, it just will not open on ebay, could you please me mail it to me, and may be i can get to it that way. is it in pottery , or colletables , or ???? when i try that address you sent it says error, please connect web master thank you very much vannest@theriver.com Answer : address has been emailed to you. The eBay category is : Pottery & Glass:Pottery:American Art Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6007195 Asker : catrachisimo Subject : PRICING AN OLD MAGAZINE COLLECTION Private : No Question : WHAT WOULD THE ESTIMATED PRICE BE FOR A COLLECTION OF "NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC MAGAZINE" BE? THEY ARE IN EXCELLENT CONDITION (MAPS INCLUDED), THERE ARE ABOUT 100 MAGAZINES DATING FROM THE 50'S AND 60'S. Answer : There is an entire section for National Geographic magazines that are for auction on eBay, with currently over 3,000 listings -- there MUST be a market for them. http://listings.ebay.com/aw/listings/list/all/category2246/index.html While most issues sell only for a couple of dollars, I recommend you browse through the listings -- and the completed auction listings -- to get an idea what your specific issues are worth. Have fun! Dan Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6007228 Asker : phshed420 Subject : Instrument Value Private : No Question : I need to find the value of an instrument: I have a 1959 Teisco Del-Ray in very good cosmetic condition. It works perfectly, no problems. Can anyone tell me how much it is worth? Or where to find out? Thanks! Answer : You can find listings for these up at auction on eBay here : http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&query=Teisco+Del-Ray&categoryid=&ht=1&st=0&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort There is currently one listed there from the early sixties for $450 have fun! Dan Answer : More are listed here : http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&pb=&maxRecordsPerPage=100&ht=1&query=Teisco+Del*&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6039305 Asker : Anonymous Subject : Carnival Glass Private : No Question : I have a piece of Carnival Glass (marigold in colour, a fluted bowl shape) with a picture of Brooklyn Bridge with the words "Brooklyn Bridge" beneath it. Does anyone know how much this might be worth in today's dollars? I have a very outdated catalogue of prices, and am just curious about whether or not they are still accurate. Answer : Assuming you have the same bowl as the one listed in this eBay auction : http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1247669871 it looks like it's worth about $300 Of course, you would have to find an interested buyer. I hope this helped, Dan Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6151323 Asker : bvy3 Subject : collectables Private : No Question : While cleaning out their home to move, our neighbors found some trading cards. I told them not to dispose of them until I could see if they were worth anything. These cards are just like baseball cards except they are various pictures of Elvis Presley at different stages of his career. They have about 25 of these cards. The back of the card says that they were made by a company called Boxcar Enterprises, Inc. And they are all dated 1978. If anyone knows if these are worth anything can you please let me know. If they aren't, then in the trash they go! Thank you for your replies. bvy3@juno.com Answer : You can try looking through these eBay auction listings to get an idea : Completed auctions : http://search-completed.ebay.com/search/search.dll?query=elvis+cards+1978+%2Dkiss+%2Dmartin&srchdesc=y&ht=1&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Current auctions : http://search-desc.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&pb=&maxRecordsPerPage=100&ht=1&query=elvis+cards+1978+-kiss+-martin&SortProperty=MetaEndSort&srchdesc=y Have fun! Dan Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6166752 Asker : Anonymous Subject : Antiques Private : No Question : My mother recently came across a piece of sheet music featuring the Dion (?) Quintuplets (The first and most famous ones.) It is in EXCELLENT condition! How do I find out how much it is worth? Or do you know, is it worth anything? Thanks! Answer : I'm not sure if the following eBay auction listing is exactly the same as your item, but if it is, you can check back to see how much it sells for : http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1449128560 You may also try looking through the hundreds of listings for Dionne Quintuplet collectibles -- both current and completed : Current : http://search-desc.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&SortProperty=MetaEndSort&ht=1&query=dion*+quint*&srchdesc=y Completed : http://search-completed.ebay.com/search/search.dll?query=dion%2A+quint%2A&srchdesc=y&ht=1&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Good Luck! Dan Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6212381 Asker : chancesdl95 Subject : Avon bottles Private : No Question : I asked this question the other day but forgot to update my e-mail. Where can I get a listing of how much old avon bottles are worth, without having to buy a book, every time I try to look it up, they just want to sell me some thing. Chancesdl Answer : A good place to find values for just about anything you can think of is the eBay auction site -- it's like a 24-hour yard sale. In fact, they have an entire section for Avon collectibles, with several sub-sections -- including one for bottles. I would suggest you browse through the completed auctions to see what matching items have sold for. Avon Collectibles : http://listings.ebay.com/aw/listings/list/all/category13779/index.html Avon Bottles : http://listings.ebay.com/aw/listings/list/all/category1349/index.html You can also search the listings to find a specific item. I found almost 800 current listings and over 2,000 completed auction listings when I searched for "avon bottle*" : Current : http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&query=avon+bottle*&categoryid=&ht=1&st=0&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Completed : http://search-completed.ebay.com/search/search.dll?query=avon+bottle%2A&ht=1&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort You can narrow down the search, to find something more specific, by changing what's in the search box and clicking on the Search button. Have fun! Dan Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6266965 Asker : dbla01 Subject : bakelite vs plastic Private : No Question : how do you tell the difference between bakelite and plastic? is there a test? smell? Answer : previous answer had error in the URL. Try this : http://www.worldint.com/science/bakelite.html Dan Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6267011 Asker : crs_overton Subject : model cars Private : No Question : Where can i find a 1985-GT mustang 5.0 model car ( even if it's custom made)? Answer : There are a few 1:18 Scale Die Cast Metal ones for auction on eBay here : http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&pb=&maxRecordsPerPage=100&category0=220&ht=1&st=2&query=mustang+gt+1985&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Have fun! Dan Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6267217 Asker : gus300zx Subject : precious moments doll Private : No Question : what is the approx. value on a 1977 little girl with a basket of puppies? And how much is a 1977 little boy with a teddy bear worth these days? Answer : You can watch these current eBay auctions to get more info and see what they sell for. Free Puppies : http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1173606568 http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1175447698 http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1174394749 Jesus Loves Me : http://search-desc.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&pb=&maxRecordsPerPage=100&category4=107&ht=1&st=2&query=jesus+loves+me+-heart&SortProperty=MetaEndSort&srchdesc=y (several are listed here) Have fun! Dan Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6284566 Asker : lost41414 Subject : Figurines Private : No Question : My Aunt has just died and she left me a pair of fighting cocks with gold tails and red tops. They are from Mila Italy and was woundering if anyone would know how to get a price on what these are worth. There are two of them that face each other if you want them too. They are coll and I enjoy them. I have them by me humels but these are mush bigger. Thankyou for your time and effort. Peter Answer : I'm not sure if yours match the ones in this auction : http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1450995028 but if so, they were priced at $24.99 but didn't sell. This is the only thing I could find that was close to your description. Dan Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6374589 Asker : Anonymous Subject : Hummel Bells Private : No Question : I've got about 12-15 Hummel annual bells - some with their original boxes. Where can I find their value / sell them? Answer : eBay has an entire category for Hummel bells : http://listings.ebay.com/aw/plistings/list/all/category13805/index.html You can also search for them here : http://search-desc.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&query=Hummel+bell*&categoryid=&ht=1&st=0&srchdesc=y&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Completed auctions are here : http://search-completed.ebay.com/search/search.dll?query=Hummel+bell%2A&srchdesc=y&ht=1&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Once you see what they're selling for, you can list your own there, too. Have fun! Dan Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 Rating : 2.9 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6374613 Asker : Anonymous Subject : Bing 1988 Mother's Day plate Private : No Question : I cannot locate a Bing 1988 Mother's Day plate....I have looked on Ebay and in many antique shops.....thanks for any information. Answer : There's one here : http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1180761248 Good Luck! Dan Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6374670 Asker : nanbud Subject : Budweiser Steins Private : No Question : I have a set of 3 Budweiser steins that graduate in size and were given to (dealers only) during the Olympics in the 80's. Do you know how much they would be worth? Answer : One of the three (supposedly the rare one) is listed here : http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1180521163 Others are listed here : http://search-desc.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&pb=&maxRecordsPerPage=100&ht=1&st=2&query=Budweiser+stein*+oly*+198*&SortProperty=MetaEndSort&srchdesc=y Completed auctions are here : http://search-completed.ebay.com/search/search.dll?query=Budweiser+stein%2A+oly%2A+198%2A&srchdesc=y&ht=1&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Have fun! Dan Rating : 2.4 FUQuestion : On the bottom of the 3 (graduate in sizes) steins I have say 1980 L.A. Olympics on the bottom. Around the top it says Anheuser Busch, Inc. sponsors 1984 U.S. Olympics. Each stein has flames running up the handles. I couldn't find these on e-bay, any other suggestions? Answer : The addresses I provide have to be copied and pasted into your address bar to work. You will need to copy one line at a time, adding each part to the end of the previous part, until you have all the parts back together. You could also : Go to the eBay search by item number page : http://pages.ebay.com/search/items/search_item.html Put in item number 1180521163 and click on the "Search" button. This will take you to the listing for one of the steins that is exactly like you describe. It currently is at over $20 with the reserve not met. Then, by going to the Smart Search page : http://pages.ebay.com/search/items/search.html and putting : Budweiser stein* oly* 1984 in the "Search Title" box, and checking the "Search Title and Description" box, and clicking on the "Search" button, it comes up with over a dozen listings for these steins. Then on that listing page, when you click on the "Show Completed Items" link, it comes up with over 20 more completed auction listings. From your description, most (if not all) of these listings are for at least one of the same steins as you have. Have fun! Dan Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6374682 Asker : dmb0925 Subject : musical figurines (asst'd) Private : No Question : I have a variety of musical figurines I feel are collectibles. I have them posted on bargainandhaggle.com. I have no idea as to what they are worth. I just shot a price on each to see what would happen. I need some expert advice before I list them again. If anyone is interested in helping me determine a good asking price on these, please visit bargainandhaggle.com and SEARCH with buyer name "dmb0925". One of these musical figurines depicts Woody Woodpecker. Another is of Casper and Wendy. There are a couple put out by United China & Glass Co. There is an Enesco and an Otagiri. Any help would be appreciated. They appear to be fairly old. A couple show "1980" as the issue year. Answer : Before you list them again, I would suggest you search the eBay listings database for matching items, to see what they have successfully sold for. Then you'll know how much to ask for yours. Start here : http://pages.ebay.com/search/items/search_completed.html Good Luck! Dan Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 Rating : 1.5 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6374692 Asker : sweetpea_18 Subject : frogs collector Private : No Question : is there nay web sites or places i can find collectable frogs? Answer : A search in eBay's collectibles category for frog items revealed over 3,000 listings : http://search-desc.ebay.com/search/search.dll?MfcISAPICommand=GetResult&query=frog*&categoryid=&ht=1&st=0&category0=1&srchdesc=y&maxRecordsPerPage=100&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Have fun! Dan Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 Rating : 2.8 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6416435 Asker : trishc Subject : police equipment Private : No Question : where can I purchase a "bobby " helmet as worn by English policemen please? Answer : There is currently one up for auction on eBay here : http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1183550557 Good Luck! Dan Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6450006 Asker : Anonymous Subject : VALUE OF OLD BOOKS Private : No Question : Can anyone tell me where on the net I can find values (if any) of old books? Does anyone know if Seabird printed in 1948 hardcover by Holling is worth anything? Thanks Answer : A copy of this book recently sold on eBay for a little over $15.00 The auction listing : http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1456404846 To look up other book titles, start here : http://listings.ebay.com/aw/listings/list/all/category267/index.html Then put the book title in the search box and click on the "Search" button. This will show you any current auction listings. Whether or not there are any current auction listings, at this point you can see any completed auction listings (within the last month) by clicking on the "Show Completed Items" link. These listings will show you how much the book has sold for -- if there are any bids and the reserve price (if any) was met. I hope this covers it for you, Dan Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6450062 Asker : Anonymous Subject : selling old records Private : No Question : Does anyone know where I can sell old vinyl records besides on ebay? Are there any music museums or other places such as colleges that would be interested in purchasing a great record collection? Thanks for any help you can give me!! P.S. Please do not post this question on your website, as it is private--thanks. Answer : You may also consider selling the entire collection to a dealer. You won't get the top price, but you won't have to deal with piecing out the collection to dozens (perhaps hundreds) of different buyers. A search on MSN revealed a bunch of dealers who sell collectible records, and may be interested in buying yours : http://auto.search.msn.com/results.asp?cfg=SMCINITIAL&srch=5&FORM=AS5&RS=CHECKED&v=1&q=collectible+records+shows You can also try the other search engines (like Google, AOL, LookSmart, Excite) and look for "collectible records). Have fun! Dan Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6451839 Asker : Anonymous Subject : info please Private : Yes Question : You mention in your bio. that you have a price guide for vinyl record albums for the years 1949-1989. Is there any way that you could email me this info as there are many old albums that I would like to know the correct price for--so I can possibly sell them. Thanks, P.S. This is a private and anonymous email, so please do not post on your site--thanks again!! Answer : Unfortunately, my price guide is an over-800-page book, so it would be pretty impossible to email it to you. I can point you to where you can buy the book yourself. You can order a copy directly from Amazon. You actually have two choices : Goldmine Record Album Price Guide, 2nd Edition by Tim Neely http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0873493168/ref=ase_theworkimansrare/103-4680038-6857413 Goldmine Standard Catalog of American Records, 1950-1975, 2nd Edition by Tim Neely http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0873419340/ref=ase_theworkimansrare/103-4680038-6857413 Either book should serve your purpose. Have fun! Dan ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6451840 Asker : Anonymous Subject : info please Private : Yes Question : You mention in your bio. that you have a price guide for vinyl record albums for the years 1949-1989. Is there any way that you could email me this info as there are many old albums that I would like to know the correct price for--so I can possibly sell them. Thanks, P.S. This is a private and anonymous email, so please do not post on your site--thanks again!! Answer : Unfortunately, my price guide is an over-800-page book, so it would be pretty impossible to email it to you. I can point you to where you can buy the book yourself. You can order a copy directly from Amazon. You actually have two choices : Goldmine Record Album Price Guide, 2nd Edition by Tim Neely http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0873493168/ref=ase_theworkimansrare/103-4680038-6857413 Goldmine Standard Catalog of American Records, 1950-1975, 2nd Edition by Tim Neely http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0873419340/ref=ase_theworkimansrare/103-4680038-6857413 Either book should serve your purpose. Have fun! Dan Rating : 5 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7096802 Asker : Anonymous Subject : Billy Boyd Private : No Question : How old is Billy Boyd? Answer : Billy Boyd was born on August 28th, 1968 in Glasgow, Scotland -- this would make him 33 right now. Dan Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7306494 Asker : bonitaapplebum Subject : coca cola bottle Private : No Question : I have a bottle that was released in i believe 1996, declaring Evander Holyfield as the 3rd time heavyweight world champion, but he never won. could this be worth any money? Angela Answer : These have been selling regularly on eBay for between $1.25 to $5.00 each. See this : http://search-completed.ebay.com/search/search.dll?query=Holyfield+coca%2A&ht=1&maxRecordsPerPage=100&combine=y&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Dan Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7306553 Asker : bep266 Subject : commemorative collectibles Private : No Question : Ihave a 1976 bicentennial day commemorative coin book distributed to members of congress and few others,signed by president ford,Nelson Rockefeller,all members of congress,justices of supreme court,etc.Can any one tell me of its value or a place i can find it.Possibly a book of these values.thanks for your help. Answer : Unfortunately, this item is not what you think it is. It is a fairly common Franklin Mint product, that regularly sells for about $5 The signatures are just printed in it. The coin is sterling silver. Here is an example of one that couldn't even get a $5 bid on eBay : http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1329995590 There's another one included in this auction : http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1332945322 I see these items up for auction on eBay every week or so, so they can't be that rare. Too bad there's almost no market for them, other than for the value of the silver contained in the coin. Sorry I don't have better news, Dan FUQuestion : this commemorative book with 1976 biccenteniial coin is not just a coin,and it is signed by the president and all the cabinet etc. at the back of the book.I recieved it from a then congressman,to whom they were handed out.It is called the official bicentnial day commemorative. Just inside cover it says The official bicentennial day commemorative metal.then it tells of the 200 centennial celebration.then the signing of pres. ford,vice pres. rockefeller,senate leaders,house of represenatives and so on.thanks for any help. Answer : Exactly. You are perfectly describing the Franklin Mint product. Did you look at the pictures in the auction listings I mentioned? Here's another one : http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1333220498 If what you have does not match the pictures in the auctions, then send me a picture of what you have, and I will try to figure it out. Thanks, Dan Working.Man@usa.net End : Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7515594 Asker : xxxyyyzzz3 Subject : albums from1940-1985 Private : No Question : I have inherited about 50 albums that I have no use for. What can I do with them? Answer : One feasable aternative is to : 1) Visit a bookstore like Borders or Barnes & Noble, find a current album price guide, and either buy the book or check the value of your albums in it. You will need to know the exact titles, distributor name, issue year, and catalog number for each album. 2) Once you have an idea of their value, sell your albums to collectors through the online eBay auctions. If you create descriptive listings, preferably with a picture of the album, you should have good success selling them directly. This does, however, involve a significant amount of work in creating the listings, collecting the payments, and doing the shipping (at the very minimum). And there are eBay selling fees involved too. But you will most likely get the most money selling your albums this way. If you don't want to do the selliing yourself, I am a registered eBay Trading Assistant, and can do the selling/shipping/etc. for you (for a fee). Please see my eBay Trading Assistant page for more details : http://contact.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ShowMemberToMemberDetails&member=1594531 Good Luck! Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://www.freewebz.com/workingman/ Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 Rating : 2.2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7703813 Asker : micki_jo Subject : silver certificate Private : No Question : i have a 1928 siver certificate dollar bill in pretty good shape, can you give me an estimated value? thank you, mjn Answer : In average, well-circulated condition, your bill will be worth about $9.00 In Extra Fine condition -- very lightly circulated, with only 1 or 2 light folds -- it will be worth about $15.00 Crisp Uncirculated will be worth $20-$25 I hope this helps! Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://www.freewebz.com/workingman/ Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7704076 Asker : jeniamiam Subject : 1911 united states penny Private : No Question : How much is a 1911 penny worth? 1917 penny? Thanks! Answer : Neither date is considered rare. In average circulated condition, they are worth about 10 cents each. If only very lightly worn, thet are worth about $2 each. I hope this helps. If you need more information, please feel free to ask me. Thanks, Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://www.freewebz.com/workingman/ Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7727519 Asker : Anonymous Subject : Quarter double stamped Private : No Question : Hi, I found a quarter the other day while going through my change and checking dates. This quarter has the eagle stamped on both sides. I don't know what year this coin is. Could you please let me know if it is worth anything. Thank You, Cathy Weaver cathyw@clover.net Answer : What you have is commonly known as a Magician's Coin. This is not something that was made at the mint. The way the coin presses are designed, it is impossible to have two of the same side dies in the press. Heads side dies will only fit in the heads side of the press, and tails side dies will only fit in the tails side of the press. What someone has done, is taken two normal coins, modified them, and glued the two altered pieces back together, to give it the appearance of being one coin again. If you take a strong magnifier and examine the coin closely, you will be able to see the alteration. It will be evident in one of two possible places -- either along the edge, or just inside the rim on one side or the other. The first (older) method of creating this coin involves cutting two coins in half, then gluing the two halves together -- imagine two Oreo cookie halves, without the cream filling, being put together. This method will leave evidence of the cut all along the edge of the coin. Sometimes the edge will be filed down to smooth it out, but the cut is still evident. The second (modern & more common) method of creating this coin is to take one coin and hollow out a recessed area in one side of the coin, just slightly smaller than the diameter of the raised rim. Then another coin has the edge cut off, down to the width of the recessed area in the first coin, and the back grinded or planed down, until it has the same thickness as the depth of the recessed area in the first coin. With the accuracy of today's machinery, it is no longer a difficult task to alter metal disks to this accuracy. Then the two pieces are glued and fitted together. Evidence of this altering may be more difficult to detect, but it does still exist. You will find the cut marks just inside the rim on one face of the coin -- if you don't see it on one side, look on the other side. Again, you will need to use a strong magnifier to see it. Imagine if you were putting a coin into one of those push-in type coin folders -- you know, like the books or maps for the state quarters -- the coin fills the slot, but you can still see the edge of the coin within the slot -- just as you would still see the edge of the cut-down quarter inside the rim of the hollowed-out quarter. These coins have become much more common in the past few years. There are companies that now mass-produce them and sell them for a few dollars each -- depending on the denomination of the coin -- selling thousands of them every year. One company's name is Adams. I even talked to an older gentleman at a previous coin show, who makes them at home, out of nickels because they are big and cheap. I sold a pair of these coins -- half dollar size -- (one heads/heads and the other tails/tails) a few years ago for $10.00 but their value has gone down since then because they are now being mass-produced. Recent auction prices realized indicate that the cent, nickel, and dime versions of these Magicians coins are less desirable and are worth between $1 to $3 each. Quarter versions seem to be more desirable, receiving most bids of about $5 each. Kennedy Half Dollar versions are more common, receiving most bids of $2 to $4 each. And Silver Dollar sized coins are a little rarer, receiving bids around $10 each. Tails/tails coins are less valuable than heads/heads coins and will command lower prices. I hope this answers all your questions, Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://www.freewebz.com/workingman/ Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 8045155 Asker : trevor_h Subject : Old Canadian 20 dollar bills Private : Yes Question : I have many old Canadian dollar bills as far back as 1937. Is there any value for stuff like this? Answer : The 1937 issue with the signature of J.A.C. Osborne has added value in any condition, but all the other notes listed (from 1937 on) in my Canadian reference book appear to only have any significant added value when in Crisp Uncirculated condition. If you have any nice, crisp uncirculated notes, let me know the specific dates & signatures, and I'll try to look them up for you. I hope this helps, Dan ********************************************************************** Category : Auctions & Estate Sales QAId : 5537365 Asker : westhemisphere Subject : How to posting pictures on ebay with AOL as the home host? Private : No Question : How do you post a picture on ebay or other auction sites, while having AOL as the home host? Answer : You will need to use some HTML code to reference to your picture. This code tells the computer where to go to get the picture to be displayed. Here is an example : You would substitute "dir" with the name of your user directory on AOL. You would substitute "file.jpg" with the file name for the image you want to display. Don't forget to include the .jpg or .jpeg or .gif extension if your file is stored that way on AOL. Here's a working example : If you were to put this exact code into your auction listing, you would get a picture of 3 silver dollars. Notice that this user has the main directory "LJcoin", with a subdirectory "ebay" under it, where the image file "sildolls" is stored. In this example, the user is not using a file extension (like .jpg) on his file name. I hope this answers your question -- let me know if you need more help. Dan Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5537516 Asker : Anonymous Subject : I have a problem Private : No Question : Hello! everyone I would like to auction item on ebay or others websites,I must upload photos.But I have no my own URL!So I would like to know that where is there the website which free keep photos or pictures? Thank you very much! Answer : For posting items on eBay, they offer their own image hosting. So you can just upload your pictures from your hard drive to the picture hosting service right when you are creating your listing. They (currently) will host 1 picture for you for free with each listing. Additional pictures -- up to 6 -- cost 15 cents each. You can crop off unnecessary white space from around your image (which makes your image appear larger than if you didn't crop) and you can rotate your image (if necessary) during the upload process. They also have other available options for pictures hosted by them -- like supersizing and slide shows -- for additional fees. See this page for details : http://pages.ebay.com/help/basics/f-photoservices.html Have fun! 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I'm not absolutely sure if it works for residents of China, but you can give it a try. Once you have completed the process, a $5.00 charge will be put on your eBay account -- which you can pay by check or money order. The whole process is supposed to take about 10 minutes. You can go here to find out more about it, and to initiate the process : http://pages.ebay.com/help/sellerguide/selling-account.html Good Luck! Dan Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5715193 Asker : kfaiz78 Subject : auction submitter Private : No Question : Hi, How can I find scripts that submitt auction to major auction web site. kfaiz78@hotmail.com Answer : THE major auction site -- eBay -- has its own batch submitting program. It's called Mister Lister. It's free to download and free to use. You can find out more about it here : http://pages.ebay.com/services/buyandsell/mr.html If this isn't what you're looking for, you could also try these packages : AuctionWatch : http://www.auctionwatch.com/ eBay Seller's Assistant : http://pages.ebay.com/sellers_assistant/index.html Free Listing Tools from Andale : http://www.honesty.com/cgi-bin/ebay-referer.cgi free ad creation software : http://www.etusa.com/auction/products.htm Have fun! Dan Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 5745621 Asker : Angel_Latina_00 Subject : auctions Private : No Question : I'am looking for auctions similar to e-bay and yahoo actions. Thanks for the info. Answer : Here are several online auctions : Amazon : http://auctions.amazon.com HaggleOnline : http://www.haggle.com/index.html NexTag : http://www.nextag.com Bid Valley : http://www.bidvalley.com 321Gone : http://www.321gone.com MSN Auctions : http://auctions.msn.com/ You can find a TON of other auction sites listed here : http://auto.search.msn.com/results.asp?cfg=SMCINITIAL&v=1&FORM=EQRR&q=auction+sites and here : http://www.auctionguide.com/ Have fun! 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You might find listings for a local show in collectibles magazines. Like for coins, in Coin World magazine you'll find pages of listings for coin shows all over the country. Try checking out a magazine shop to see what's out there for your other collectibles. Upcoming shows will also get advertised in major newspapers around your area for a few days prior to a show. Many times shows in malls, etc. will combine collectibles (like coins, stamps, cards, comics, beanies, etc.) to gain a larger audience. You may be able to get appraisals for more than one type of item there. Being a coin dealer, I don't know of too many shows other than coin shows, but you can find listings for coin shows by following the links on my Show Schedule page : http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/RareCoins/ShowSchd.htm Have fun! Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/RareCoins/ Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6212462 Asker : skessler Subject : free auction or ?? Private : No Question : I need to find a free auction site that recieves bids. Most of the sites I have found have zero bids and soposedly 1000's of memebers. Just need somewere that I can sell my collectables and anything else for free. Need a site that has traffic to it and popular. Answer : There is another auction site that is popular (though not as much as eBay) and has FREE listings : http://www.bidville.com It looks and operates a lot like eBay, but has some features eBay doesn't, like auction durations of up to 30 days and automatic re-listing. And they currently have almost 700,000 items listed, so they must be selling something! Check it out! Dan Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 6212942 Asker : bbettelheim Subject : Auctions and Estate Sales in and around NYC Private : No Question : What publications and websites are good resources to find schedules and announcements of auctions and estate sales taking place in New York City and its suburbs? I am looking for sources for live in-person sales or auctions and not on-line auctions. I am interested in crystal and glass specifically, but a complete general guide would be fine. I am sure there are reliable, established newsletters and magazines that list local sales, but as I am very new to collecting I do not know where to begin. Answer : There is a web site that has tons of information about live & online auctions here : http://www.internetauctionlist.com/ They have listings for New York auction companies here : http://www.internetauctionlist.com/Results.asp?CategoryID=0&LocationID=65 They have a searchable auction calendar here : http://www.internetauctionlist.com/CalThumb-Search.asp You can also find an online calendar of auctions & shows in the New England area (including New York) here : http://www.antiquesandthearts.com/calendar.asp And Sothebys lists their auctions here : http://www.sothebys.com/cgi-bin/osform.exe/sothebys?osforms_template=calendar.oft If this isn't enough, you can always do a website search for "auction schedule new york" or "auction calendar new york" to find hundreds of other websites that will lead you to more auction companies. Have fun! Dan Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7035918 Asker : phillrw Subject : Setteling an estate Private : No Question : My father-in-law passed away last month. My wife was assigned executor of his will. She has two sisters. When they went to the local probate office they were advised not to hire an attorney. Her sisters are from out of state. neither one of them work and both are married. They decided that because we work and they don't that they would stay to seperate his items and get the house ready to sell. Now the problem is: They both had their husbands here one was only for a couple of day's and the other one had her husband here for quite some time (2weeks). Now they want my wife to reimburse them for lost wages out of the estate before it is divided. Also they want to be paid for other things like, moving expenses to have the items from my father-in-laws house moved to their homes out of state, hotel accomadations for the one sister and her husband because they could not get along with the other sister. The one has her expenses figured out to be around between 6 and 10 thousand dollars. If the will states that the estate is to be divided 3 ways can my wife even pay them for all this? By the way they will each be getting enough money to cover all these expenses and then some. What do you suggest. Answer : I'm no lawyer, but I would tell them to get stuffed! The agreement was that the two sisters would stay to seperate the items & prepare the house -- not their husbands. The fact that the husbands came was their OWN decision, and all expenses & lost work should thus come out of their OWN pocket (or their share of the estate AFTER division). Since there was no prior agreement, had the husbands not made their own decision to come, those additional expenses would not have occured. And as for the expenses of moving THEIR inherited items to THEIR out-of-state homes, that should also be coming out of THEIR pocket. There is no reason that sisters A & B should have to shoulder any of the expenses of sister C's inheritance. If sister C wants to inherit items that would incur moving expenses, then she also has to inherit those moving expenses. They should put their greed in check and accept their own responsibilities & expenses. While the 2 sisters may have a claim for their time & effort in dividing the estate, as may your wife as executor, the husbands do not -- there was no prior agreement involving them. So, just taking the sisters into account, it should all pretty-much even out in the end. Therefore, just drop it. The only pre-division expenses that can be rightfully deducted (and reimbursed) are those that benefit all parties equally but were incurred by only one party -- i.e. sister A pays $30 for processing legal forms for the estate, thus she should be reimbursed from the estate before division, therefore it will end up costing each sister $10. This is an expense for something that benefits all 3 sisters equally, but was incurred by only sister A. Divide the estate property evenly, and whatever individual expenses that are involved become the responsibility of the respective inheritors. Good Luck! Dan Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7036019 Asker : cms1978 Subject : ebay & paypal? Private : No Question : In the payment "methods" It says eBay Payments (formerly "eBay Online Payments by Billpoint"): The eBay way to pay. Credit Cards Electronic Checks Other Payment Methods: Money Order/Cashiers Check Personal Check Visa/MasterCard COD (cash on delivery) Discover American Express See Item Description Other If I don't want ebay payments do I leave this blank or will this make me not be able to get paid at all? How can I stop billpoint and get paypal on myebay? Answer : When listing your item for sale, to get rid of the ebay payments thing, just leave the Credits Cards and Electronic Checks boxes unchecked. Then check the Visa/Mastercard, Other, and See Item Description boxes. Then include in your item description that you accept PayPal. To get the PayPal logo to appear in your listing, this is something you need to set up in your PayPal account. Log in to your PayPal account, then click on the Sell tab. This will take you to the Seller's Tools page. There you can follow the links to either manually add the logo to your listing, or to have it automatically added. All the information you need can be found there. I hope this helps, Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://www.freewebz.com/workingman/ Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7036188 Asker : cms1978 Subject : paypal with ebay Private : No Question : I setup billpoint with ebay and would like to change it to paypal? I've looked all over on ebay and can't find it, can you please help me? is there a faster way that I can get my money from Billpoint, like get my money the same day as the buyer buy's my stuff I have online? does paypal take 2-3 business days to show up in my credit card like billpoint does or do they take longer? can you tell me where I can goto to get my money faster? thanks Answer : Once you set up your auction listing so that the PayPal logo appears in your listing (see my answer to your other question), then when the auction ends, the logo automatically turns into a PayNow button, which the high bidder can click on to pay you instantly. Once the high bidder has paid you, and the money's in your PayPal account, you have several ways to get the money out of your PayPal account. You can use the money instantly to shop online at the PayPal Shops, or to shop online elsewhere using the PayPal virtual card. You can also sign up for the PayPal debit card, and once you get it, you can instantly use your funds to shop at a real store or withdraw funds from an ATM. However, you cannot transfer funds from your PayPal account to an existing credit card account. You can transfer funds to a checking or savings account, but it takes 3-4 business days. You can also request a paper check, but it takes 1-2 weeks. For more information, log in to you PayPal account and click on the WITHDRAW tab. I hope this helps, Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://www.freewebz.com/workingman/ Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7096863 Asker : Anonymous Subject : ebay sales Private : No Question : What are good selling items on ebay in January? I spent too much at Christmas and gotta make some of my money back. I figure people might be broke then though. Any experience out there? Answer : It's been my experience that January is generally a good month to sell collectibles -- like coins, stamps, cards, etc. -- because with the colder weather, people stay indoors more and pursue their hobbies. So if you have any of that available, you may consider selling it. Good Luck! Dan Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7101639 Asker : dlratlif Subject : 1890 indian head penny Private : No Question : I recently acquired a 1890 indian head penny and I was wondering what the value was if any. Thank you. Answer : Without knowing the actual condition of your coin, all I can do is give you a general idea. 1890 is not one of the rare dates. If well-worn, it will be worth about $1 If very lightly worn, it will be worth about $6 If uncirculated (absolutely no wear), it will be worth $25-$50 or more. A first-hand appraisal would be necessary. I hope this helps, Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://www.freewebz.com/workingman/ Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7102720 Asker : Anonymous Subject : auctions Private : No Question : where are any auctions within a 2 hour drive of pittsburgh pennsylvania? Answer : There are extensive auction listings at http://www.auctionbiz.com/ Maybe you can find something there. Good Luck, Dan Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7102723 Asker : Anonymous Subject : auctions Private : No Question : where are any auctions within a 2 hour drive of pittsburgh pennsylvania? Answer : You may also be able to find one here : http://www.auctioneers.org/findAuction/search.cfm Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 Rating : 1.4 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7522589 Asker : Anonymous Subject : new quarters Private : No Question : When are the new quarters due out? Answer : In 2002, the Tennessee quarters were released in early January, the Ohio quarters were released in mid-March, the Louisiana quarter will be released about early-to-mid-June, the Indiana quarter will be released about late-August to early-September, and the Mississippi quarter will be released about late-October to early-November. I have an informative page about the new state quarters, with pictures of all of them and links to information from the U.S. Mint about each of them, on my website here : http://www.freewebz.com/workingman/NewMoney/NewQuarters.htm The U.S. Mint's website has detailed information about each quarter and their corresponding states. Their main 50 States Quarter Program page is here : http://www.usmint.gov/mint_programs/index.cfm?action=50_state_quarters_program If you want to purchase any of the quarters, I sell them singly or in rolls here : http://www.freewebz.com/workingman/ForSale/Quar50St.htm I hope this helps, Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://www.freewebz.com/workingman/ Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 Rating : 1.2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7688068 Asker : nannypate Subject : 1887, 1904,1921silver dollars Private : No Question : I have a 3 very old silver dollars and would like to know the value to ask for these dollars, I have an 1887, 1904 and a 1921 very nice silver dollars, very clear to read. You ask me to send my coins to be evaluated but I am afraid to send coins for fear of never getting them back. Could I use pictures to have them evaluated. Answer : You shouldn't have to send your coins anywhere to have them appraised -- just take them with you to a local coin show and show them to a couple of the dealers there. You may be able to find a local show by following the links near the bottom of my show schedule page : http://www.freewebz.com/workingman/ShowSchd.htm If you need more help finding a show, let me know what city you live in, and I'll see what I can find. Without actually seeing your coins, the only thing I can say is that if your coins are only very lightly worn, the 1887 & 1904 will be worth about $10 each, and the very common 1921 will be worth about $5. But they really need to be inspected first-hand to see if they have any mintmarks or if they could be considered uncirculated. I hope this helps, Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://www.freewebz.com/workingman/ Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 Rating : 1.3 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 7995039 Asker : Anonymous Subject : cleaning out... Private : No Question : When just beginning to tackle cleaning out a home of 70 years worth of stuff... how do I separate out the sellable stuff from the junk? I know this could take some time, but I don't want to lose money on old things that could be worth something. I know alot of knicknacks etc. could be of value. But what about Books, phono or stereo records (mostly classical, big band, marching band... ) older tools - old cigar boxes (not in perfect shape), old bottles, sheet music, my list goes on and on! See my dilemna. Anyway, I need to make something from these things and need to know the best way to go about it. Thank you! Look forward to your response. I am going to my place in a couple of days to start some of the process. I hope I don't toss out the wrong things. sincerely, Kathy Answer : Hi Kathy, Looks like you have quite a task in front of you! There are collectors for just about anything these days, so you're right, anything or everything could be valuable. There is no catch-all reference to tell you what has value. You could go and buy price guide books for each of the different type of items, but that could add up to quite a bit of money, and there simply are not guides available to cover all collectibles. The best solution I can offer is eBay -- the world's online flea market (auction site). They have literally millions of items for sale every day -- essentially anything you could think of. You can go to their listings -- http://pages.ebay.com/buy/index.html?ssPageName=HAC01 -- select the appropriate category, and view the current listings, to see how much people are offering matching items for. Within a category, more specific sub-categories will be listed down the left side of the screen. Once you're looking at the appropriate category, you will find a search box you can use to locate specific items, if available. Then on the search results page, you will find a link on the left side of the screen for completed auctions -- look here to see items that have sold in the past couple weeks, to see how much they've sold for. So what this all boils down to, is use eBay as a price guide to see whatever you can find a match for is currently selling for. There are so many millions of people that buy & sell on eBay all the time, that this can be the most accurate gauge of your collectibles' values. On top of this, you can also use eBay as an outlet for selling your stuff. Even if you don't find an exact match, to know what something has sold for, you can still list your items there -- in the appropriate category -- and have the largest audience possible for selling your stuff to. As long as you start your listing at a reasonable (or low) price, provide an accurate description and clear pictures of what you're selling, you should do very well -- as well as can be expected -- and receive fair prices for whatever you sell. Selling on eBay can be time-consuming. Taking the pictures, making the listings, handling the payments, shipping the merchandise, and all the related correspondance can take alot of time, and there are going to be fees involved, but it's probably your best outlet for selling all your different items. Good luck to you. Let me know if you need any more information. Please remember to rate this answer. Thanks, Dan Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 8006021 Asker : hadels88 Subject : half.com Private : No Question : I am looking for a website that allows you to sell your items (eletronics, books and housewares) for a fised price for a commision or set fee I HAVE BRAND NAME NEVER UUSED ITEMS! i am aware of ebay which is a auction site for bidding. i am searching for a site simmiliar to half.com which has set prices. also i like half.com because they have the items with their pictures already online. this way i dont have to put in the picture. i just click that item and sell PLEASE DO NOT ANSWER THIS EMAIL UNLESS YOU CAN HELP ME BY DIRECTLY ANSWERING ME. IF YOU CAN NOT HELP BY ANSWERING ME DIRECTLY. PLEASE DECLINE THE ANSWER. IMPROPER ANSWERS WILL BE RATED POORLY Answer : You say that you are aware of eBay as an auction site, but did you know that they now also offer fixed-price selling either through eBay stores or fixed-price listings? For details, see http://pages.ebay.com/help/sell/index.html?formats.html For more information about the eBay stores format see : http://pages.ebay.com/help/sell/index.html?f-stores.html For more information about the fixed-price listing format see : http://pages.ebay.com/help/sell/index.html?fixed_price.html Another place you may want to check out is http://www.sell.com -- they are kind of like an interactive classifieds site. You list your items for sale with a set price, and interested buyers contact you either to buy at your price or make you a counter-offer, which you can either accept or make another counter-offer. Once you agree on a price, you make the deal. There are no fees there unless an item sells. For details about selling, see : http://www.sell.com/negotiation/inbox.x?_d=1&go=sell&cb=70 I hope this helps. Please remember to rate this answer. Thanks, Dan Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 ********************************************************************** Category : Coin Collecting QAId : 2823840 Asker : jnielsen@... Subject : gold dime and steel pennies Private : No Question : What is the value of a gold dime, it looks exactly like a silver dime but is gold? Also, what is the value of a 1943 steel penny? thanks Answer : Your gold dime has most likely been gold plated, by some person after the coin left the mint. This does not add any collectible value to it. In fact, most collectors will steer away from this coin, since it has technicly been altered. It may, however, have a small novelty value -- perhaps a dollar or two. 1943 steel cents were minted in large quantities, and are therefore plentiful. You can go to just about any coin show and get rolls of them. In circulated condition, it will be worth about a quarter. However, if there is significant rust or corrosion on it, the value will drop -- depending on how much there is -- down to a couple cents. A nice uncirculated one will be worth a dollar or two. But you must make sure you don't have a reprocessed coin (one that has been re-coated with zinc). They will look like they are brand new, but an expert can tell the difference. They will have the same value as a circulated coin. 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Thanks for any info! Lonne Answer : You are correct -- it is a nickel -- a V Nickel, or Liberty Head Nickel. 1911 is one of the common dates for these nickels. Since you mention that it has been worn smooth in some spots, it will not qualify for the grade of Good, but would rather be graded AG (About Good). Pricing would fall in the range of average circulated coins. The most you should expect from a coin dealer is 25 to 50 cents. 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Do you know if it has any value? Answer : What you have is most likely a replica coin -- there are no U.S. coins that large. The 1937-D Buffalo Nickel is a very popular variety for nickel collectors, and so is a popular date to use on replica coins. I've sold this type of replica coin in the past -- it's a great novelty item -- for about $2.00 each. You mention that your coin is silver. I suspect it really is made out some other kind of metal that looks silver -- like the copper-nickel alloy used in our coins today. If your coin really is made out of silver, it would fall into the classification of a silver round -- used mostly for its bullion value. You can tell this by examining the coin again and looking for something like "5 Troy Ounces" or ".999 fine". If you find this, then your coin is probably made of silver, and will have a value based on its silver content -- approximately $5.00 per ounce. I hope this covers everything -- let me know if you have more questions. 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ON THE FRONT OF THE COIN IT SAY'S GOOD FOR ONE FARE, AND IT HAS THE NUMBER 3 AT THE TOP AND THE BOTTOM OF THE COIN, AND THE BACK SAY'S PITTSBURGH AT THE TOP AND IT HAS A TRAIN IN THE MIDDLE OF THE COIN AND AT THE BOTTOM IT SAY'S RAILWAYS CO AND BELOW THAT IS THE DATE OF 1922. Answer : What you have is called a transportation token. As you've probably guessed, they were used to pay fares on trolleys, trains, buses, subways, etc. in many cities in the U.S. and Canada. I think yours was used for a streetcar -- not a train. I've sold similar tokens before for 25 to 50 cents each. I've found a website that has your same token for sale for 75 cents : http://people.delphi.com/davemrr/ful_list.html You should be able to find more detailed information about your token in this book : Catalog of United States and Canadian Transportation Tokens, Vol. I, The Listing, by Atwood-Coffee 1997 EDITION: Detailed descriptions with retail prices for each variety. Highly recommended for all collectors and dealers. Hardbound, 5th edition, 870 pages, about $50.00 I don't know where you live, but you may be able to find this book in the library. Another excellent source for information about this specific token would be Rich Hartzog. You can email him at hartzog@exonumia.com I hope this helps you, Dan Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 2828906 Asker : AntieM1@... Subject : 1941 mercury dime Private : No Question : I have a 1941 merecury dime and was wondering if anyone can tell me its value. Answer : While I agree with everything that paperhistory said, it has been my experience that unless the coin is in uncirculated condition, a coin dealer will only offer you the silver value for your 1941 dime -- currently between 30 - 35 cents. An average uncirculated dime will earn you $2 - $3. And a flashy, eye-appealing dime with only one or two minor marks will get you $6 - $8. These are the realistic prices that you can expect to be offered by the average coin dealer. 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Sometimes the sheets do not get completely plated, either on one side or both. Then when the planchets are cut out of the sheet, they will be missing the plating on one side or both. These unfinished planchets will continue undetected, along the mechanized minting process, to the coin press, and have the design stamped into them -- giving you what looks like a normal coin, except for the copper color on one side or both. This happens more often than you think, because with the billions of coins produced every year, it is impossible to visually inspect every coin, and the mechanical processes to sort out error coins will not detect this error. The value of a one-side unplated quarter will be between $3 to $5 -- two-sided ones will be worth between $7 to $10 This error happens often to pennies also, leaving the zinc core exposed, making the coin look almost white. These are worth $1 - $2 each. For an illustrated explanation of the minting process, you can go to the U.S. Mint's website : http://www.usmint.gov/facts/coins.cfm Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 2829347 Asker : MARBET1 Subject : US STATE QUARTER DOLLARS, COSTS, Private : No Question : I WANT 6 FULL ISSUES OF EACH STATE QUARTER DOLLAR THAT HAS BEEN MINTED OR RELEASED, THEY CAN BE CIRCULATED BUT EXCELLENT CONDITION OR ABOVE, COULD I HAVE A FULL LIST WITH NOTATION OF FOUND OR KNOWN COINS THAT FOR SOME REASON ARE EXTRA COLLECTABLE, AND PRICES. Answer : I have been selling these coins (and related items) since they first came out. I only sell them in uncirculated condition. You can get all the details about them, including pricing, from my 50 State Quarters web page : http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/RareCoins/ForSale/Quar50St.htm Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 2829722 Asker : Anonymous Subject : HOW COME THERE AINT NO CENT SIGN ON A KEYBOARD? Private : No Question : HOW COME THERE AINT NO CENT SIGN ON A KEYBOARD? Answer : PAPAJACK is right -- to keep the keyboard standardized, some special characters have to be left out, the ˘ symbol being one of them. Since the dollar sign ($) is on the standard keyboard, it can be used to express any monetary amount. There is, however, an easier way to access the ˘ symbol. Whenever you need to type it, simply hold in the ALT key, and type in the number 0162 on your number pad. When you release the ALT key, the ˘ symbol will appear. If you need to use the ˘ symbol repeatedly, once you have created it the first time, you can then copy and paste it as often as you need. You can see that I have done this several times in my answer. Have fun! Dan Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 2830201 Asker : gardener98 Subject : penny-dime Private : No Question : I found a 1999 dime size shaped one side and penny on other side. Worth Answer : It is also possible that you have what is called a "Magician's Coin". That is where two different coins are altered and glued back together to give the appearance of something that they are not. This is usually done with two of the same type of coin, but I have seen them done with a dime and penny before. To create the coin, one side of the penny is hollowed out (machined), and one side of the dime is ground down or planed off. Then the two pieces are glued and fit together. This gives the appearance, if you're not too close, that you can magicly make a penny turn into a dime. With a close inspection of the coin, under a good magification (10X or more), you will be able to detect if the coin has been altered to give it this appearance. Check out the side that looks like a dime for the tell-tale appearance of the cut just inside the raised rim. Magician's Coins are manufactured by several companies and many individuals -- they are pretty common. The value for this novelty item will be about $2 - $3 If you don't find any evidence of altering, then I would suggest you get your coin authenticated. There are several certification services available -- some let you submit your coin directly, others require you to go through an authorized dealer. You can see a list of their websites here : http://www10.ewebcity.com/monroecoinclub/Links.htm Have fun! Dan Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 2831695 Asker : wongeunice Subject : The most valuable to collect Private : No Question : I would like to start to be a coin collector. What is the set of coins you would suggest to collect starting now that would be valuable? Answer : I would agree with paperhistory's answer, you should start small and work your way up as you become more comfortable with the collecting hobby. Knowing what will become valuable is like predicting the stock market -- who really knows what will jump up in value in the future? If we did know, we'd sure be buying alot of it ourselves! :) My suggestion is to buy quality coins -- those without problems. While a problem coin may seem irresitably low-priced, it will still be a problem coin when you try to sell it later, and will thus only command a discounted price then. As I have told many other beginning collectors, the first thing you should buy is a book! Knowledge is about the most important thing you can posess in this hobby. You should begin with a general, all-encompassing book, that will show you all the coins available, and give you other information about them, like history, pricing, and grading guidelines. I would recommend "A Guide Book Of United States Coins" by R.S.Yeoman. This is a good beginner book, and provides a lot of helpful information about all the coins made in the U.S. Then get familiar with your guide book. Look at all the different coins available. Pick a couple of favorites -- ones that you like the looks of, the history of, (or whatever), and that you can afford. Remember, start small. You should also get yourself some kind of album for storing and displaying your coins. There are many different kinds available -- from a used press-in Whitman folder for about $1, to brand-new Dansco albums (for nicer coins) that run $20-$30. Get an album that is appropriate for the value of your coins. I would suggest you visit a coin show, and find a supply dealer there, and see what's available. You may be able to find a local show listed in the newspaper, or you may find one by following the links on my Show Schedule page : http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/RareCoins/ShowSchd.htm Another potentially vital book you should own is a grading standards guide. Some coins have huge price differences between each grade (or even partial grade). For example, a 1921-S Walking Liberty Half Dollar is worth about $25 in Very Good, $95 in Fine, $550 in Very Fine, and $3500 in Extra Fine! You can see that a small error in grading can cost you a lot of money. For a grading standards book, there are two that are widely used : "Photograde : A Photographic Grading Encyclopedia for United States Coins", by James F. Ruddy and my personal favorite : "The Official American Numismatic Association Grading Standards for United States Coins", by Kenneth Bressett & Abe Kosoff Any of the above books can be purchased either at a coin show, or online. I have a page devoted to numismatic books here : http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/RareCoins/Books/ Clicking on the book covers will take you to Amazon.com, where you can purchase the books directly. But before you buy, if you've never been an Amazon customer, send me an email to request a gift certificate, and I'll have one emailed right to you. That will knock $5 off the price of your book. You may also want to consider joining a coin club. There may even be one local to you. You can learn alot from presentations given at the meetings, and from the social interaction with fellow coin collectors. Try visiting the ANA website to locate a club that may be local for you : http://www.money.org/ Click on the Club Listings link. There is also an excellent online coin club -- CoinMasters. It's a free club with over 3,000 members worldwide. They have a website with an online monthly newsletter, a library of information, a monthly auction, and email discussion groups, where you can ask questions and get responses from other members. You can learn alot! Their address : http://www.coinmasters.org/welcome.html This should give you plenty of things to do to get started. Feel free to ask me any questions you may have. Remember ... Have Fun! Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/rarecoins/ End : This conversation is closed because the Expert has used it in a FAQ. Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 2832549 Asker : budda381 Subject : coins Private : No Question : is there such a company as the new england mint? if so please forward address and or telephone number. Answer : There are references to this company in the major internet search engines, but any attempt to link to them at newenglandmint.com fail. Therefore I believe the company is no longer in business. Sorry I couldn't be more help. Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 2832689 Asker : theluvbug12 Subject : U.S. currency Private : No Question : What is the origin of the symbols on the rear portion of the one dollar bill? Answer : The Bureau of Engraving & Printing website -- http://www.moneyfactory.com/ -- offers the following explanation from their Facts & Trivia section : The Great Seal was first used on the reverse of the one-dollar Federal Reserve note in 1935. The Department of State is the official keeper of the Seal. They believe that the most accurate explanation of a pyramid on the Great Seal is that it symbolizes strength and durability. The unfinished pyramid means that the United States will always grow, improve and build. In addition, the "All-Seeing Eye" located above the pyramid suggests the importance of divine guidance in favor of the American cause. The inscription ANNUIT COEPTIS translates as "He (God) has favored our undertakings," and refers to the many instances of Divine Providence during our Government's formation. In addition, the inscription NOVUS ORDO SECLORUM translates as "A new order of the ages," and signifies a new American era. If you are interested in a more detailed history of the Great Seal of the United States, you should contact the Department of State directly. 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Since you did not include your coins' grades, I will provide dealer values for different grades : 1916 Mercury Dime : Good (full rims both sides) - $2.00 Fine (vertical lines visible in fasces) - $4.00 Extra Fine (light wear) - $6.00 Uncirculated - $20.00 1908-D Barber Dime : Good (full rims both sides) - $1.00 Fine (LIBERTY visible in headband) - $3.00 Extra Fine (light wear) - $20.00 Uncirculated - $100.00 These prices come from the current Coin Dealer Newsletter. I'm assuming that you have a 1908-D Barber Dime (it looks different than your 1916 Mercury Dime). If you had a typo on the date, let me know, and I'll respond with the accurate prices. Have fun! Dan Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 2838511 Asker : Anonymous Subject : coin pricings Private : No Question : About how money money could I get if I were to sell a World War I Lincoln Wheat Penny Collection that includes 5 pennies of the dates 1914, '15, '16. '17, and '18? Answer : Assuming that all the coins are from the most common mint for their date, and that they are average circulated coins, with no damage or excessive cleaning, displayed in a nice holder, you could probably expect to get about $5.00 for the set if you sell it somewhere like eBay and include a nice picture of it. If you sell it to a dealer, the coins will have a total value of about $2-$3. If the individual coins are higher grade or from the rarer mints, you will get more for your set. I would need more details about each of the coins in the set to be able to offer a more precise estimate of its value. I hope this helps, Dan Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 2838618 Asker : Anonymous Subject : coins Private : No Question : How much money would I be able to get if I sold a "100 Years of U.S. Pennie and Nickels" collection that inculdes an Indian Head penny, a Licoln wheat penny, a Lincoln steel penny, a Licoln Memorial penny, a "V" nickel, a buffalo nickel, a silver wartime nickel, and a Jefferson nickel? Answer : Assuming the coins are all from common dates, in average circulated condition, without any damage or excessive cleaning, displayed in a nice holder, then you can probably expect to get about $5.00 if you sell it somewhere like eBay. A dealer will offer you about $2-$3 for the coins in the set. If the coins are higher grade, or from rarer dates, you can get more. Or if the set is displayed in a nice wall plaque, suitable for hanging, you will get more. Without specific information about each of the coins in the set, it is impossible to be any more accurate in an estimate of value. I hope this helps, Dan Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 2869394 Asker : Anonymous Subject : coin prices Private : No Question : I have a 2 cent coin that is clearly dated 1864 with what seems to be no dents or nicks in the coin. The coin is of dark brownish color that I am assuming comes from age. It has not been cleaned excessively and is in a clear case. All of the writing on the coin ("2", "United States of America", and the date) are very readable. From this information how much money do you think that I could get if I were to sell this coin? (if it helps any, this specific coin was made at the United States Mint) Answer : As an addition to the previous response, I would add this information on how to tell the difference between large & small motto coins : Small Motto : The "D" in GOD is smaller with a more-rounded center, and the left side of the first "T" in TRUST is very close to the ribbon crease : http://homepages.go.com/~hdsklar/1864-2-Cent-SM.JPG Large Motto : The "D" in GOD is taller with a narrow vertical center, and the left side of the first "T" in TRUST is 1mm away from the ribbon crease : http://www.freepichosting.com/Freeimage/967983230.jpg Values : In Fine grade ("WE" visible in IN GOD WWE TRUST motto), you could expect to get from a dealer : Small Motto - $80.00 Large Motto - $10.00 In Extra Fine grade ("WE" strong), you could expect to get from a dealer : Small Motto - $200.00 Large Motto - $20.00 You should be able to get slightly higher prices by selling these on eBay, but that may be offset by the fees you pay eBay to sell your coin. Have fun! Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/rarecoins/ Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 2912034 Asker : dayzstrt@... Subject : Rare coins Private : No Question : My nephew has a two headed penny. The dates are 1969 on one side and 1970 on the other. Would it be possible for someone to tell me if this coin has any particular value? And if it is indeed a rarity? Answer : What you have is commonly known as a Magician's Coin. This is not something that was made at the mint. The way the coin presses are designed, it is impossible to have two of the same side dies in the press. Heads side dies will only fit in the heads side of the press, and tails side dies will only fit in the tails side of the press. What someone has done, is taken two normal coins, modified them, and glued the two altered pieces back together, to give it the appearance of being one coin again. If you take a strong magnifier and examine the coin closely, you will be able to see the alteration. It will be evident in one of two possible places -- either along the edge, or just inside the rim on one side or the other. The first (older) method of creating this coin involves cutting two coins in half, then gluing the two halves together -- imagine two Oreo cookie halves, without the cream filling, being put together. This method will leave evidence of the cut all along the edge of the coin. Sometimes the edge will be filed down to smooth it out, but the cut is still evident. The second (modern & more common) method of creating this coin is to take one coin and hollow out a recessed area in one side of the coin, just slightly smaller than the diameter of the raised rim. Then another coin has the edge cut off, down to the width of the recessed area in the other coin, and the back grinded or planed down, until it has the same thickness as the depth of the recessed area in other coin. With the accuracy of today's machinery, it is no longer a difficult task to alter metal disks to this accuracy. Then the two pieces are fitted together and glued. Evidence of this altering may be more difficult to detect, but it does still exist. You will find the cut marks just inside the rim on one face of the coin -- if you don't see it on one side, look on the other side. Again, you will need to use a strong magnifier to see it. Imagine putting a quarter into the slot of a push-in lever on an old laundermat washing machine -- you know, the kind where you have to push the lever in to make the washer start -- only you put glue into the slot first. The quarter fills the slot, but you can still see the edge of the quarter within the slot. These coins have become much more common in the past few years. There are companies that now mass-produce them for a few dollars each -- depending on the denomination of the coin -- selling thousands of them every year. One company's name is Adams. I even talked to an older gentleman at a recent coin show, who makes them at home, out of nickels because they are big and cheap. I sold a pair of these coins -- half dollar size -- (one heads/heads and the other tails/tails) a couple years ago for $10.00 but their value has gone down since then because they are now being mass-produced. Recent auction prices realized indicate that the cent, nickel, and dime versions of these Magicians coins are less desirable and are worth between $1 to $3 each. Quarter versions seem to be more desirable, receiving most bids of $8 to $18 each. Kennedy Half Dollar versions are more common, receiving most bids of $3 to $5 each. And Silver Dollar sized coins are a little rarer, receiving bids around $10 each. Tails/tails coins are less valuable than heads/heads coins and will command lower prices. I hope this answers all your questions, Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/rarecoins/ End : This conversation is closed because the Expert has used it in a FAQ. 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But, as a word of caution, most grading services, like PCGS or NGC, will not encapsulate an altered coin. By altered, it could be as minor as a cleaning in a light chemical dip, which may not be evident to the untrained eye. But if it is detectible, they will not encapsulate your coin. You'll get it back in a zip-lock baggie -- better known as "body bagged". They will, however, keep your submission fee! Also, comparing your coin to scans on the internet is no way to accurately determine a high-grade coin -- scans can be altered. You must have it examined first-hand by reputable graders. If you can find a local coin show with dealers that have some high-grade gold coins, show it to them and get their opinions. And get multiple opinions (2-3 or more) if you can. If you can find other high-grade certified half-eagles that you can do a side-by-side comparison with, all the better. That way you can see first-hand the quality that the coin needs to be to receive the high grade. I have a Show Schedule page on my website, with links at the bottom to a few other websites that list coin shows all over the coountry. You may be able to find a local upcoming show on one of those websites. Good Luck! Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/rarecoins Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 Rating : 2.5 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 2912397 Asker : muscleache@... Subject : misprinted coin Private : No Question : I have found a quarter that has heads on one side dated 1990 and when you flip it over it is another heads printed sidways dated 1993. Could you please tell me what this would be worth? Thank you...Patty Answer from FAQ : 2912034 Rare coins 9/6/2000 These have been selling on eBay for about $10 each, but you can buy them from companies that make them for a lot less. End : Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 2912816 Asker : DPen@... Subject : composition of pennies Private : No Question : what were pennies made of before 1983 Answer : Taken from "A Guide Book of United States Coins", by R.S.Yeoman (AKA "The Red Book") : Lincoln cents had the following characteristics : 1909-1942 (bronze) : weight - 3.11 grams composition - 95% copper, 5% tin & zinc 1943 (steel) : weight - 2.70 grams composition - steel, coated with zinc 1944-1946 (copper from cartridge cases) weight - 3.11 grams composition - 95% copper, 5% zinc 1947-1962 (bronze resumed) : weight - 3.11 grams composition - 95% copper, 5% tin & zinc 1962-1982 : weight - 3.11 grams composition - 95% copper, 5% zinc Both types of alloys (copper-zinc above and zinc-copper below) were produced in 1982. 1982-Present (copper-plated zinc) weight - 2.50 grams core - 99.2% zinc, 0.8% copper, with a plating of pure copper overall - 97.5% zinc, 2.5% copper All Lincoln cents have a diameter of 19mm with a plain edge. I hope this covers everything, Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/rarecoins Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 End : This conversation is closed because the Expert has used it in a FAQ. Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3025873 Asker : Anonymous Subject : liberty gold coin/1986 Private : No Question : I have a coin that i was wondering the value of it if it has any? The coin is gold and dated 1986, on one side it has the libertys head which is enlarged and on the other side it has a flying eagle, the value of the gold coin is $5 dollars, that is what it states on the coin. If there is anyone that can help me value the coin i would appreciate it. Thank you, Answer : What you have is a 1/10th ounce Gold American Eagle. The U.S. mint has been producing these bullion coins every year since 1986. It's value is based mostly on the current spot price of gold, but some of the earlier dates, like yours, are a little more difficult to find and therefore command a small premium over its gold value. At the current spot price of gold, the common dates are listed in the Coin Dealer Newsletter (price guide) at $28.00 each. Your slightly better date coin is listed at $43.00 If you sell your coin to a dealer, you will get slightly below the listed price -- probably about $40.00 -- and if you sell your coin at active auction site (like eBay) you could get slightly more -- maybe $45.00-$50.00 You can see current spot prices for gold (and other metals) here : http://www.kitco.com/market/ Have fun! Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/RareCoins/ Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3029402 Asker : timbertoo Subject : Silver Value Private : No Question : I have a big pile of American silver coins. I don’t think there’s anything very rare in there and I suppose they’re worth as much as the silver in them. Does anybody have a formula that I could use to value the silver content by using the weight or face value? Answer : Don't worry about the weight of the coins -- that's not how they are generally valued. All fellow coin dealers I know base the price solely on the face value -- and that's how it's listed in the Coin Dealer Newsletter. You will need to seperate your coins into 4 piles : 1) Silver Dollars : 1878-1935 2) 90% Silver Coins : pre-1965 half dollars, quarters, and dimes 3) 40% Silver Coins : 1965-1969 half dollars (1970 is worth more) 4) Silver Nickels : 1942-1945 (will have mintmark on reverse above dome) Each type of coin will have a different value. To get the value you can reasonably expect to get from a coin dealer for circulated coins at the current market prices, add up the face value of each pile and multiply by the following numbers : 1) Silver Dollars : 5.5 2) 90% Silver Coins : 3.2 3) 40% Silver Coins : 1.2 4) Silver Nickels : 3.7 At the current time, the value of silver is rather low. If you can, you may want to wait for awhile to see if the spot price goes up, in which case all these numbers will go up. You can see the current spot price for silver (and other metals) here : http://www.kitco.com/market/ Have fun! Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/rarecoins/ Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3032304 Asker : timbertoo Subject : Half Dollar Coins Private : No Question : I don’t get the half-dollars in change any more. Does anyone have the half-dollar coins from 1999 and 2000 that they could sell to me? Or can you point me to a place where I can get it through mail-order? Answer : I sell the 1999 P's & D's for $5.00 per set. Send me an email at Working.Man@usa.net if you want some. I don't have the 2000's yet, but I will when they become available. If you can't wait, there are currently 2 auctions on eBay for them : http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=433631850 http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=433641030 Have fun! Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/rarecoins/ Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3032733 Asker : timbertoo Subject : 1943 Penny Private : No Question : Someone told me that the 1943 steel penny is worth $15,000! I cannot hardly believe this because I have a good hand full of them myself. If they’re really worth this much I can get rich off selling what I have but logic dictates that if I have a lot of them they must not be very rare. What is the story behind these coins? Answer : 1943 steel cents were minted in large quantities -- over a billion -- and are therefore plentiful. You can go to just about any coin show and get rolls of them. In circulated condition, one will cost you about a quarter. However, if there is significant rust or corrosion on it, the value will drop -- depending on how much there is -- down to a couple cents. A nice uncirculated one will be worth a dollar or two. But you must make sure you don't get a reprocessed coin (one that has been re-coated with zinc). They will look shiny like they are brand new, but an expert can tell the difference. They will only have the same value as a circulated coin. There were, however, a few dozen or so 1943 cents that were struck on copper planchets -- probably left over from the 1942 mintage. Since there are so few available, they do have a high value. But there are also many counterfeits -- copper plated 1943's (which you can detect with a magnet) and altered-date 1948's (which can be detected with a magnifier) are the most common. To get back to your question, the story is : A while back there was a poorly reported and incorrect story, that was all over the newspapers and TV, and caused alot of confusion for most people. It was about a man who supposedly had a 1943 copper cent that he left on top of his refrigerator, until his wife spent it. In the story it was blown way out of proportion that this coin was worth up to $500,000! In reality, the highest amount ever paid for one of these 1943 copper cents was $80,000 for a unique Denver Mint specimen. But most have been commanding about $15,000 So, as you already thought, you're not going to get rich from your steel cents. Have fun! Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/rarecoins/ Rating : 2.7 End : This conversation is closed because the Expert has used it in a FAQ. Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3034705 Asker : elyps Subject : I'm looking for Kabe Coin Albums Private : No Question : i'm looking for a source for Kabe Coin Albums Answer : The Kabe website is here : http://www.leuchtturm.com/en/kabe/en_kabe.htm All the contact information you need is there. Have fun! Dan FUQuestion : do you have another address for Kabe, that one came back as a non-working address, thank you for your time, Sherman Answer : Well, I'm not sure what the problem is, because the website address : http://www.leuchtturm.com/en/kabe/en_kabe.htm works for me. You can try contacting them at these email addresses : info@kabealbums.com or info@usa.leuchtturm.com If you have no success with them, you can try contacting the Subway Stamp Shop at : mailto:custserv@subwaystamp.com They advertise that they sell Kabe albums. I hope one of these things works for you. Dan Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3034898 Asker : jsexton1@... Subject : 50 State Quarters Private : No Question : I have one roll of each of the 50 state quarters that have come out so far, they are uncerculated, and I was woundering if any of them are worth much? Answer : Right now, the Pennsylvania quarters are worth the most, even though the New Jersey quarters have the lowest mintage. The first 3 states -- Delaware, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey -- will probably always have the highest value. This is due to the fact that after the first 3 states, the mint determined that so many of the new quarters were being hoarded away that too few were staying in circulation, so they DOUBLED the mintage of all the following states. Even though we're talking hundreds of millions of coins here, since the first 3 have half the mintage, they will remain the most valuable. Current values for original uncirculated rolls : State-Mint / Wholesale / Retail DE-P / $38.00 / $50.00 DE-D / $38.00 / $50.00 PA-P / $45.00 / $60.00 PA-D / $43.00 / $58.00 NJ-P / $17.00 / $25.00 NJ-D / $29.00 / $40.00 GA-P / $12.00 / $17.00 GA-D / $12.00 / $17.00 The rest of the states - $11.00 / $15.00 As time goes on, the higher mintage states may increase in value, but with approximately 1.5 billion (with a B) minted for each state, I wouldn't expect them to make any huge increases. The first 3 (or maybe 4) are the only states I would expect to return a significant premium in the future. Perhaps, when the program is over, if you are able to assemble some complete sets in a nice display, you may be able to get an extra premium for them. Have fun! Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/rarecoins/ Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3035138 Asker : timbertoo Subject : What is this red book? Private : No Question : Someone told me to buy the red book but I can't find it where it is or what it is or where to buy it. Answer : The 2001 Red Books have recently been published. They are available from Amazon.com in either hardcover ($12.55) or paperback ($8.95) Here's a picture of the book cover : http://images.amazon.com/images/P/1582380651.01.LZZZZZZZ.jpg If you've never ordered from Amazon before, I can send you a $5.00 gift certificate that you can use towards the purchase of a Red Book (or anything else) from them. Just send me an email to Working.Man@usa.net and I'll send one right back to you. You can use these links to check out the Red Books available at Amazon : Hardcover : http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1582380651/theworkimansrare Paperback : http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1582380643/theworkimansrare Another similar book by the same author that has prices that are more realistic as to what dealers will pay for coins is the 2001 Handbook of US Coins (AKA the "Blue Book"). Amazon sells this book for $8.05 in paperback : http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1582380686/theworkimansrare Let me know if you want that gift certificate. Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/rarecoins/ Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3043792 Asker : Anonymous Subject : coins Private : No Question : I have a lot of old coins, what is the best way to evaluate and value them? Answer : You basicly have three choices : 1) Have your coins professionally appraised by one or more coin dealers. 2) Learn how to grade & price coins yourself. 3) Sort out the common stuff and have the rest professionally appraised. 1) Let a dealer do the work: ---------------------------- The easy route would be to have a dealer do all the work for you. But if you have a lot of coins (more than would fit in a cigar box), you cannot expect a dealer to do this for free. For a professional appraisal you can expect to pay $25 to $50 per hour, but they can go through alot of coins in an hour. 2) Do the work yourself: --------------------------------- If you would like to do it yourself, you will need to be willing to commit to a lot of hours of learning -- reading, examining coins, grading, and looking up prices in tables. You will also need to buy a grading guide, a pricing guide, a good magnifier, and some coin holders. Grading Guide: I suggest "The Official American Numismatic Association Grading Standards for United States Coins" by Kenneth Bressett & Abe Kosoff, or "Photograde : A Photographic Grading Encyclopedia for United States Coins" by James F. Ruddy. Pricing Guide: I suggest "2001 Handbook of US Coins" by R. S. Yeoman (AKA "The Blue Book"). The prices listed in this book are the closest to what dealers will actually pay for your coins. Magnifier: There are many kinds to choose from. I suggest a 10X power to be strong enough to see minute details, yet not too strong to distort the overall view of the coin. You can find these at eBay in the U.S. Coins:Supplies section. Do a search on magnifier or loupe. Coin Holders: I suggest cardboard 2X2's or vinyl flips. They protect your coin, you can write on them, and they only cost a few cents each. They can be found at eBay in the U.S. Coins:Supplies section. Do a search on 2x2. Once you have all this together, you can begin. Seperate your coins by denomination & type, so you can focus on one type at a time. Then sort the one type of coin by date, to make price lookups easier. Then read the grading guide for the type of coin you're working on, to familiarize yourself with which points to look for (like many old coins use the completeness of the letters in LIBERTY to help determine grade). Then get out your magnifier and have at it! When grading your coins, be careful not to overgrade them. If a coin seems to fall between two grades, choose the lower grade. While it will be priced lower, it will more realisticly reflect how much you will be able to get for your coin. As you go through your coins, you'll need to record what you've got, or you'll be wasting your time. For any coins that you find have any significant value, put them into a holder and write the date and grade on it. For the coins you find that are worth very little (like wheat cents in the 1950's and circulated silver coins from the 1960's), don't bother putting them in holders. Just make a pile of the same kind of common items, that you can count later. While you go through your coins, make a list. For each of the coins you've put into holders, write down the date, grade, and price. Do this either as you put each coin into its holder, or once you've finished one type go back through them, looking up the prices and writing everything down. Remember to include the count of the common items. After all your hours of work and eyestrain, you will now have a complete list of all your coins and their values -- and probably a sore neck! Ahhhh, but you'll have had such fun, and you'll be so knowledgeable now :) 3) Sort out the common stuff: -------------------------------------- This alternate combines the above choices. You use a basic coin guide, sort out the common coins, and have the rest professionally appraised. You will again need a pricing guide -- either the Blue Book described above, or the Red Book ("A Guide Book Of United States Coins" by R.S.Yeoman). You're not going to closely inspect each coin -- you're just sorting out the common stuff. Seperate the coins into piles by denomination and type. Then look through the coins in each pile, checking date & mintmark combinations for rarer dates, as listed in the price guide. Also consider coins that look better than the other coins in the pile. Put these rarer or better coins into a seperate pile. Once you've finished with one type, count the coins left in the common pile, write it down, and set the pile aside. Repeat this procedure for all the different types of coins you have. Once you've finished, you will have one pile of your more valuable coins, and a bunch of other piles of common coins. Package each of these piles seperately -- like in ziplock bags -- this is how you will present your collection to a dealer for appraisal, along with your common coin counts list. Depending on how big your better coin pile is, you may be able to take it to a coin show and get free appraisals from the dealers there. As long as you have fewer than 100 coins or so in your rarer pile, I would recommend getting 2-3 opinions from different dealers. If you have more than that, you should either break it up into smaller piles, to be appraised at different shows, or make an appraisal appointment with a dealer. If you don't plan to sell right away, you don't even need to bring your common coins to the show -- just the list. If you decide on a private appraisal, find a dealer you feel comfortable with. Take a good sample of your coins to the show, show them to several dealers, and pick the one you like best. You should be able to choose by the prices quoted, the dealer's personality, and the interest he shows in your coins. ------------------------- The above mentioned books and magnifiers can usually be found at a coin shop or at a supply dealer's table at a coin show. Or you can purchase them online. You can either bid for the items on eBay (see above links), or for the books, you can buy them directly from Amazon. I have a page devoted to numismatic books here : http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/RareCoins/Books/ Click on a book cover to go to Amazon.com, where you can purchase it directly. But before you buy, if you've never been an Amazon customer before, send me an email to request a gift certificate, and I'll have one emailed right to you. That will knock $5 off the price of your book. ------------------------- Local coin shows should be listed in your local newspaper. Or you may find one by following the links on my Show Schedule page : http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/RareCoins/ShowSchd.htm ------------------------- All you have to do now is decide which way you want to proceed. If you have any more questions, feel free to email me at Working.Man@usa.net Have Fun! Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/rarecoins/ End : This conversation is closed because the Expert has used it in a FAQ. Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 Rating : 2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3044660 Asker : jpaugh@... Subject : 1924 and1891 coin Private : No Question : I have 1 dollar 1924 and 1 dollar 1891 coin.How much the value?Thank you Aida Answer : Currently, for common date Morgan Dollars (1878-1921) in circulated condition, most dealers will offer you $5-$8 apiece. For common date circulated Peace Dollars (1921-1935), they will offer you $5-$7 apiece. However, having the right mintmark on your coin can make it very valuable. For example, an 1889 with no mintmark is very common, but an 1889 with a CC mintmark is very rare and valuable in any condition. To locate the mintmark on a Morgan Dollar, look at the reverse, above the letters "DO" in DOLLAR and below the ribbon in the wreath -- in that little open area. Possible Mintmarks : (none) - Philadelphia Mint CC - Carson City Mint O - New Orleans Mint S - San Francisco Mint D - Denver Mint (1921 only) To locate the mintmark on a Peace Dollar, look at the reverse, between the word ONE and the end of the eagle's wingfeathers, to the left of the last ray. Possible Mintmarks : (none) - Philadelphia Mint S - San Francisco Mint D - Denver Mint (1921 only) Once you know the date and mintmark, you can now determine whether you have a rare or common date by looking it up in a price guide. To find current retail prices for Morgan Dollars, you can go here : http://www.numismedia.com/fmv/prices/mordlr/pricesgd.htm To find current retail prices for Peace Dollars, you can go here : http://www.numismedia.com/fmv/prices/peadlr/pricesgd.htm These are the prices that a dealer might sell his coins at -- not the prices he will offer you. Next, to get an idea of what grade your coin is, you can go to the eBay auction site and search through the dollar coins for listings in different grades. Look for listings by dealers with higher feedback ratings that have a picture included. You can then compare your coin to the picture to get an idea of what grade it is. Look at several listings, because grading is subjective and pictures will vary widely in quality. Current listiings for dollar coins can be found here : http://listings.ebay.com/aw/listings/list/all/category523/index.html Note that this method will work well for circulated coins, however, grading uncirculated coins this way can be very difficult, if not impossible. You will probably have to show your coins to a dealer to determine an uncirculated grade. Once you've determined your coin's grade, you can refer to the above links to find retail prices, or you can go to the Completed Auctions section at eBay to see what similar coins have been selling for recently. Go here : http://cayman.ebay.com/aw/listings/completed/category523/index.html If you follow these steps, you should be able to get a good idea of what your coins are worth. Have fun! Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/rarecoins/ End : This conversation is closed because the Expert has used it in a FAQ. Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 Rating : 1.7 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3044812 Asker : ladybugpeach1@... Subject : pennies Private : No Question : are unminted pennies worth less than a cent? What is the value of an unminted penny? Answer : You can find prices that these have been recently selling for (at eBay) by going here : http://search-completed.ebay.com/cgi-bin/texis/ebaycomplete/results.html?dest=&cobrandpartner=&ht=1&maxRecordsPerPage=100&category2=524&query=blank+cent&SortProperty=MetaEndSort Have fun! Dan Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3047138 Asker : conco814@... Subject : 1885 Silver Dollar Private : No Question : I have an 1885 silver dollar coin. I looked under NumisMedia for a price listing. When I looked under Liberty Dollars, the dates stopped short of 1885. I looked under Morgan Dollars Proof coins. There was a listing for 1885. The coin has lady liberty on the front and an eagle on the back. What kind of dollar do I posess? Thank you for your help Answer from FAQ : 3044660 1924 and1891 coin 9/14/2000 My answer (from my FAQ) assumes you have already determined that you have a Morgan Dollar (Liberty's head only) and not a Trade Dollar (Liberty's full body, seated facing left). Having an 1885 Trade Dollar is very unlikely, since there were only 5 minted. 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When you clean a coin, you remove metal from its surface, whether you clean it by scrubbing it or if you use chemicals on it. Also, if you scrub or rub or polish your coin, you will leave scratch marks on the surface of the coin -- bad, bad, bad! And since the metal in pennies is so hard, they can be very difficult to clean -- baking soda may not be abrasive enough. So anything you use to bring out the shiny red like-new color is going to be so abrasive to the surface of the coin, that what you have left after cleaning will have no remaining collector value. It's your choice -- do you really want to ruin your coins? 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You can find out if you have a rare date by viewing the retail price guide here : http://www.numismedia.com/fmv/prices/lnccnt/pricesgd.htm If your coin appears to be from a rare date, then I would suggest you take it to a local coin show and have it appraised first-hand by 1 or more dealers. They will be able to accurately grade and price your coin for you. You may be able to find local shows listed in your local newspaper. Or you might be able to find a show by following the links on my Show Schedule page : http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/RareCoins/ShowSchd.htm Have fun! Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/RareCoins/ End : This conversation is closed because the Expert has used it in a FAQ. 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Even the one commonly known as the "Mercury Dime" is in fact a representation of Liberty -- the wings on her cap are intended to symbolize liberty of thought. Any questions? Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/rarecoins/ Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 Rating : 1.6 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3051802 Asker : topcat13 Subject : Selling a coin collection. Private : No Question : I'm in the process of selling my late fathers coin collection. I have been told by the only local coin and stamp dealer in my area, that the way he values a coin or collection is to first take 20% off of the book price and another 20% for a profit margin for himself. Is 40% off what a collection is worth the rule of thumb for such a transaction? Answer : While 40% below book does not seem out of line, it depends on which "book" he is using. If his "book" is a retail price guide, like the Red Book, then you're probably getting a fair deal. If his "book" is the Coin Dealer Newsletter (wholesale price guide), then 40% overall is quite a healthy discount. As the other experts stated, with most dealers the discount percentage will depend on the resellability of the item. Common or low-grade or unpopular coins will have a higher discount percentage than rare-date or high-grade or highly popular coins will. I would recommend you try to find a coin show, take your coins there, and get appraisals from 2 or 3 different dealers. The prices at a show will be more competative, simply because there is more competition there. If you don't like the appraisal from one dealer, you just walk 10 feet to the next table and get another appraisal. What's the competition for your only local coin dealer? You may be able to find a coin show by looking in your local (or a nearby) newspaper. Or you might find one by following the links on my Show Schedule page : http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/RareCoins/ShowSchd.htm Have fun! Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/RareCoins/ Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3164044 Asker : cujo@... Subject : unusual quarters Private : No Question : I recently acquired a quarter that has the head on each side. It came out of a pay washing machine. It appears to be genuine. Do you have any information on this? Answer from FAQ : 2912034 Rare coins 9/6/2000 Please see my FAQ for a complete explanation. Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3164167 Asker : cp541@... Subject : Gold "Horseshoe Casino" Collector Coins. Private : No Question : I was wondering what the value might be on "Limited Edition Collector Series" Gold coins that you win at the Horseshoe Casino. They are 24 carat HGE gold. Answer : Sorry, but you don't actually have a gold coin. What you have would be considered a Casino Token, and there is very little gold in it. The HGE you mentioned is the abbreviation for Heavy Gold Electroplate, which means there is just a very thin coating of gold on the outside of the token -- so thin that the value of the gold is only a few cents. As far as precious metal content, the best you could hope for is if the gold has been electroplated over a silver token -- not some kind of base metal like copper/nickel or tin. There is a club for collectors of these tokens. They are the Casino Chips and Gaming Tokens Collectors Club. They have a website here : http://www.ccgtcc.com/ You may be able to find out more information there about your specific token, or post your questions on their message board. Have fun! Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/rarecoins/ Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3164228 Asker : snoop_1983 Subject : penny collection Private : No Question : I have a wheat penny that has the one cent sign on both side and wonder if it would be worth anything, also have pennies with indian heads on them would they be worth anythin? thank you Claudette Mayne Antlers. Ok. Answer from FAQ : 2912034 Rare coins 9/6/2000 If you offer your average circulated indian head pennies (dated 1887 or newer) to a coin dealer, you will be offered about 50˘ to 75˘each -- assuming the coins are not damaged, corroded, or cleaned. If you sell them yourself (like on the eBay auction site), you should get about $1 each. Coins dated 1886 or older will be worth more. There is an exception. For coins dated 1908 or 1909, it is possible that there may be an "S" mintmark on the back side at the bottom. If so, these are rare dates and will be worth much more. Current market values can be seen here : http://www.numismedia.com/fmv/prices/indcnt/pricesgd.htm A complete explanation of your two-tailed cent is in the attached FAQ. 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More recently, the value of gold (and silver) coins and bullion has stabilized -- in fact, it's on the low side right now. So fluctuations in the prices of your coins will be small. To find out what your coins are really worth and to sell them, I would recommend you try to find a coin show, take your coins there, and get appraisals from 2 or 3 different dealers. The prices at a show will be more competative, simply because there is more competition there. If you don't like the appraisal from one dealer, you just walk 10 feet to the next table and get another appraisal. A local coin dealer may have no competition, and usually will have higher overhead to consider. You may be able to find a coin show by looking in your local (or a nearby) newspaper. Or you might find one by following the links on my Show Schedule page : http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/RareCoins/ShowSchd.htm Have fun! Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/RareCoins/ Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 Rating : 2.6 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3164554 Asker : diana_penman Subject : Silver coins Private : No Question : I am looking for imformation on the value of silver coins. If you can tell me where I can find this information or tell me the value (if any) of a 1964 silver half dollar. Thank You Answer : In 1964, the U.S. Mint produced a lot of coins (for the times), and this was the last year for regular issue 90% silver coinage. Therefore, this makes the silver coins from 1964 the most common silver coins of all. In fact, over 400 million of the half dollars were produced that year. Being so common, your coin will only be worth the silver it contains -- which is just about 1/3 of an ounce. At the current value of silver, that is about $1.75 worth. In order to still be able to make a profit, most coin dealers will currently offer you about $1.50 for your coin (3 times face). An exception to this is if your coin is in absolute pristeen uncirculated condition -- brilliant, lustrous, and mark-free. Then you may be offered a whopping $2 to $3 for your coin -- they're still very common. The other exception is if you have a proof coin. Proofs are made differently than regular issue coins. They use highly polished dies and planchets, extra striking pressure, and repeated striking to give the coin a mirrored finished with very crisp details. These coins will be worth $4 to $5 to a dealer. In any case, you're not going to get much for your coin. I would recommend that you find a deserving kid, who may collect coins, and give it to them -- it'll make their day! Have fun! Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/rarecoins/ Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3164600 Asker : bskeet131 Subject : coins Private : No Question : has anybody seen the new gold dollar with the indian ladies head on both sides and how much would she be worth? Answer from FAQ : 2912034 Rare coins 9/6/2000 You may be confusing this with the Sacagawea Dollar / Washington Quarter "mule" coins that were recently in the news. They had Washington's head on one side and the eagle from the back of the dollar coin on the other side. Three of them have been sold at auction for $31,000 to $41,000 each. The only way for the indian lady's head to be on both sides of a coin is if that coin has been altered, after leaving the mint. For a complete explanation of two-headed coins, please see my attached FAQ. 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To find out what your coins are really worth and to sell them, I would recommend you try to find a coin show, take your coins there, and get appraisals from 2 or 3 different dealers. The prices at a show will be more competative, simply because there is more competition there. If you don't like the appraisal from one dealer, you just walk 10 feet to the next table and get another appraisal. A local coin dealer may have no competition, and usually will have higher overhead to consider. You may be able to find a coin show by looking in your local (or a nearby) newspaper. Or you might find one by following the links on my Show Schedule page : http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/RareCoins/ShowSchd.htm Have fun! Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/RareCoins/ Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3164934 Asker : captwws Subject : how to sell a couple of old coins Private : No Question : We have a couple of old coins and would like to sell them. How do we do that? Answer : Several of the other answers recommend selling your coins on eBay. This could be good or bad. While selling your coins on eBay may yield the highest prices for you, there is also the chance that they will yield the lowest prices -- it is an auction. And putting your coins up for sale there will cost you money, even if they don't sell -- eBay charges fees. Also, unless you have set a reserve price (which costs extra to do) that didn't get reached, or you have a high enough starting price, once the auction is ended, you are required to sell your coins at the bid price. If you don't like the amount of the bid, that's too bad. By listing your coins, you've agreed to a contract to sell. And being an inexperienced eBay seller, with a non-existant feedback rating, many buyers will hesitate to bid on your items, especially if you have no pictures. Then there's all the work of preparing your listing, sending & receiving the necessary emails, and packaging & mailing the coins. And you may have to wait to see if a stranger's check will clear or bounce. Is it worth it? Maybe -- maybe not. You have another alternative. To find out what your coins are really worth and to sell them, I would recommend you try to find a coin show, take your coins there, and get professional appraisals from 2 or 3 different dealers. The prices at a coin show will be more competative than taking them to a coin shop, simply because there is more competition there. If you don't like the appraisal from one dealer, you just walk 10 feet to the next table and get another appraisal. A local coin dealer may have no competition, and usually will have higher overhead to consider. Selling to a coin dealer may yield a lower price than you MAY get on eBay, but you're letting the coin dealer do all the work and take all the risk for you. You may be able to find a coin show by looking in your local (or a nearby) newspaper. Or you might find one by following the links on my Show Schedule page : http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/RareCoins/ShowSchd.htm Have fun! Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/RareCoins/ Rating : 2.7 End : This conversation is closed because the Expert has used it in a FAQ. Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3173372 Asker : max_aigner Subject : The New quarters Private : No Question : Hi my name is Max. I am trying to collect the new quarters . I am running into a problem. I am trying to collect the quarters from both mints, Denver, and Philadelphia. I am having a hard time finding quarters from Philadelphia. I think it is because I live so close Denver. How can I get quarters from Philadelphia mint? Is there some way I can trade with some one on the East Coast? and how would I find someone to trade with? Answer : The reason you only get D-mint quarters is because you live in a western state -- not because you're close to Denver. The distribution of coinage -- including quarters -- is determined by which mint services your state. All the western states are served by the Denver Mint, and all the eastern states are served by the Philadelphia Mint. Therefore, you have the opposite problem if you live in the eastern part of the U.S. -- you only get P-mint quarters. To find a trading partner, I would recommend joining the CoinMasters free online coin club, sign up for the Swap-n-Sell email list, and send an email to the group, stating exactly what you're looking for and what you have to trade. Members of the club will be more trustworthy than the general public, because they will be removed from the club for dishonest activity. The club's website is located here : http://www.coinmasters.org/welcome.html Have fun! Dan Moore (CM # 1814) The Working Man's Rare Coins http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/rarecoins/ Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3338734 Asker : pappajoec Subject : paper currency value Private : No Question : where can i find a web site that will list the current value of old u.s. paper currency? i tried www.currencyuniverse.com but was unable to locate..kept getting page not found... Answer : Along with doing your own book research, you should also visit a coin show and talk to some dealers, to get a real feel of what kind of prices you can get for your currency. While researching in books is good, and you should do it to learn about what you have, you should also have a feel for the real market. Books will tell you if you have a rare or common note, and an approximate retail value, but the prices may be outdated or extremely inflated. Believe me, dealers are not paying the prices listed in the books -- they buy at wholesale prices because they're in the business to make a profit. Dealers base the prices they pay for most currency on a monthly wholesale price list called the "Green Sheet". For $4.00 You can order a current copy of it from the publisher by going here : http://www.greysheet.com/cdn/green.asp You may be able to find a local coin show listed in your local (or nearby) newspaper, or by following the links on my Show Schedule page : http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/RareCoins/ShowSchd.htm Once you've done your book research, got your green sheet in hand, and visited some coin shows, you should be fully knowledgeable of exactly what your currency is worth. Have fun! Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/RareCoins/ShowSchd.htm Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3360393 Asker : sleeverbar Subject : misprinted 2000 gold dollar Private : No Question : I have an uncirculated 2000 gold dollar that is misprinted 90 degrees from either side. How much is it worth? Need More Information : Thank you for your question, but I need a clarification of the type of error on your coin. I need to know whether your coin is a rotated reverse or an off-center. On a rotated reverse, all the coin's details are visible, it's just that the two sides are not aligned up & down when the coin is flipped top to bottom. On an off-center, the coin did not get fully inserted into the minting press, and so did not get fully stamped, therefore leaving an area of the coin unstamped. Please let me know which type you have, and I'll find out what it's worth. Thanks, Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/rarecoins FUQuestion : The two sides are not aligned up & down when the coin is fliped top to bottom. Answer : If your golden dollar has the same kind of rotation seen on this Connecticut quarter : http://members.aol.com/JStrot7740/CTR.jpg then I would estimate its value at about $150 It's very hard to put an exact price on something like this, because they are so rare, and are seldom seen up for sale. Who knows, it could be worth more! Often, it's a matter of timing. It just depends on who is looking for this kind of error when it goes up for sale. If there happen to be a lot of people looking for it, the the price will go higher. If there are very few people wanting it, then the price will be low. I can refer you to another couple of dealers who specialize in error coins. They may have dealt with this exact error coin before, and can give you a more exact estimate. They will probably need to see a picture of both sides of the coin, though. Ken Potter : Kpotter256@aol.com Rich Schemmer : RichErrors@aol.com I hope this helped you, Good Luck, Dan p.s. you may want to consider having your coin certified, but you should talk to the other two dealers first. 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Does it have a mint mark? What condition is it in? Is it well-worn, lightly worn, or unworn? Does it have any damage, corrosion, discoloration, cleaning? If you can provide the above information for your coins, then it should be possible to determine their value. A clear picture would be extremely helpful, too. Let me know, Dan Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3462153 Asker : kb7yaf Subject : old coins Private : No Question : what is the value of a1898, 1899,1901, and a 1903 indian head us penny? Answer : The dates you listed are relatively common dates for Indian Head cents. In average condition (wel-worn) they are worth about 50˘ each. If you can read all the letters in LIBERTY on the headband, then they will be worth about a dollar each. If they have almost no wear on them at all, they will be worth about $10.00 each. These prices assume there is no damage, corrosion, or cleaning on any of the coins. To be more specific, I would need to see the coins first-hand. Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3462376 Asker : DavidGellASA Subject : coin collector Private : No Question : That is the value of the 1923 Silver dollar coin that has a closed wing eagle on one side and Miss Liberty on the other? Answer : What you have is one of the most common silver dollars made. To sum it up, if your coin shows any sing of having been circulated, a dealer will only offer you $5-$6 for it. Even if it looks like barnd new -- no wear, bright & flashy, and almost no marks on it -- you still only have a $15 coin. I wish I had better news for you, but that is the way the market really is. Dan Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 Rating : 2.4 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3462491 Asker : denton5@... Subject : 1898 Silver dollar Private : No Question : What is the value of an 1898 silver dollar in good condition? Answer : 1898 is a relatively common date for Morgan Dollars. In circulated condition a dealer will offer you $5-$8 for it. If it looks like new, you can expect $15-$20 -- unles it has an "S" mintmark (on the back, above the "DO" in DOLLAR), which will be worth $100-$150 Hope you got the "S"! Dan Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3463480 Asker : Anonymous Subject : Proof & Uncirculated coins Private : No Question : Hi, I have a few questions: 1. I have seen some proof sets refered to as silver proof. They use 90% silver, also called "coin silver." Is the appearance of these coins any different from "normal" proof coins? Are they more valuable than non-silver proofs? Is collecting proof coins considered a good investment? Does their value increase more than non-proof coins? 2. I read that the US mint doesn't sell uncirculated coins directly to the public. If so, how can coin collectors obtain rolls of uncirculated coins? 3. Is a mint coin the same as an uncirculated coin? 4. Can you recommend an online coin shop where I can buy a 1999 50 state quarter proof set from the US mint? (The US mint doesn't have any more) Thanks for your help! Answer : 1. Disregarding the proof sets from 1964 and older, and the special 3-coin 1976 Bicentennial set, the mint has been making Silver Proof Sets since 1992. All of these sets are worth more than their non-silver equivalents from the same years. But they did also have a higher issue price from the mint. As a correction to the previous answer, in the silver proof sets, there are 3 denominations made out of silver -- the dime, the quarter(s), and the half dollar. The silver proofs look essentially identical to the non-silver proofs, with the exception that the non-silver proofs will have the copper stripe visible on the edge of the coins. But you can't see this if the coins are still in their original packaging. Fortunately, the packaging for the silver sets is either black or red, where the non-silver sets come in either purple or green packaging. Collecting proof coins vs. non-proof coins is probably a better idea. But until the recent price surge for select dates, proof sets were generally a losing proposition. With few exceptions, most mint issues (including commemorative coins) lose value. And picking the exceptions that will gain in value may require the services of a psychic :) If you want to collect coins as an investment, I would suggest that you will have better success buying key date coins (the rarest ones in a series) that are medium-to-high grade and problem-free. They will be more expensive, but will be more easily sellable and have the best chance of gaining in value. And remember, this type of investment is long-term. If you really want to get some proofs, I would recommend you order some of the year 2000 silver sets directly from the mint -- www.usmint.gov -- they will have a lower mintage than the non-silver sets, and if they perform like the 1999 silver sets, they could double in value in less than a year. But there are NO guarantees. 2. Along with the uncirculated sets, the mint has started selling uncirculated rolls and bags of the new golden dollars and the new quarters directly to the public. They charge a significant premium, so I don't know if there will be any room for profit in the long-run. For other denominations, you will either have to hook up with a bank, an armored car service, a big retail store that orders a lot of coin rolls for change, a coin dealer, or a coin auction (like eBay, Yahoo!, Amazon, etc.) With the billions of coins minted for circulation, this will probably end up being a money-losing venture, unless you plan to start retailing these coins one at a time, sometime in the future. Even then, it would only be a modest investment at best. 3. "mint" (or "mint state" {or "MS"}) and "uncirculated" (or "UNC" or "BU") are generally interchangable terms, meaning the coin has not been circulated and exhibits no visible wear. 4. I have 1999 5-coin quarter proof sets available. Please visit the Coin Sets page of my website for more details : http://members.spree.com/sip/workingman/RareCoins/ForSale/Sets.htm Have fun! Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://workingman.homepage.com Working.Man@usa.net Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 Rating : 2.7 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3463615 Asker : sherlove Subject : I have antique thimbles , pie plate, glass wear and would like to know how I find out what they are worth also coins Private : No Question : I have some antiques and would like to know how I find out what they are worth coins in particular Answer : I can't guarantee how much success you will have for the items other than coins, but I would recommend you go to the eBay online auction site : http://listings.ebay.com/aw/listings/list/all/index.html Click on the appropriate category listing, then do a search for your item. This will show you current listings of items like yours. Then if you click on Completed Auctions, you can find final selling prices for similar items. This will show you what your items have been recently selling for (to the public). I hope you have success! Dan Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3463701 Asker : pooperscoop3000@... Subject : old penny Private : No Question : I found a 1938 penny when i was sorting through my loose change. I have heard about those coins like silver dollars and pennies that are old enough to be worth money. Is my 1938 penny possible worth any money over 1 cent? if so what do i do to get the money? thanks Nick Answer : With few exceptions, wheatback pennies in circulated condition, dated after 1933, are going to be worth about 1.5˘ each (about 75˘ for a roll of 50). Those dated 1933 or older will generally be worth more, but exact values will depend on the specific date, where the coin was minted, and the condition of the coin. Keep searching! Dan Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3463773 Asker : jeribrady@... Subject : 1937 buffalo nickel Private : No Question : i just was wondering how much a 1937 nickel is worth it is in pretty fair shape no rust Answer : The prices you've been previously quoted are retail prices. If you took your circulated 1937 nickel to a coin dealer, you will be offered between 25˘ and 50˘ for it -- unless you happen to have the rare 1937-D 3-legged variety, in which case you would likely be offered $100 to $200, depending on the condition of the coin. Keep searching! Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://workingman.homepage.com Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3464774 Asker : Anonymous Subject : Penny values Private : No Question : What is the value of a 1911 S and a 1911 plain penny? Also where could I sell those pennies in the Seattle/Tacoma area? Answer : You could also sell your coins on the eBay auction site -- www.ebay.com Or you can find a list of area dealers on the ANA's website. Washington : http://anamarket.money.org/States/Washington.html Search for Seattle or Tacoma here : http://anamarket.money.org/cgi-bin/anaswish.pl Good Luck! Dan Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3464817 Asker : nelscotta@... Subject : coins Private : No Question : how much money would a double sided heads quarter sell for? Answer from FAQ : 2912034 Rare coins 9/6/2000 You can find the definitive answer in my attached FAQ. Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3464866 Asker : beechezz@... Subject : Is a 1943 steel penny worth anything? Private : No Question : How much is a 1943 steel penny worth? Answer from FAQ : 3032733 1943 Penny 9/13/2000 Here's some good info for you (in my attached answer) : Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3465516 Asker : bjrm Subject : who is on the dime? Private : No Question : Who is on the dime and what is on the back? Answer : The dime currently in circulation, features the portrait of past President Franklin D. Roosevelt, who served from 1933 until his death in 1945. His portait was placed on the dime in 1946 to honor his service to the country and to memorialize his death. Prior to 1946, all dimes had different interpretations of the head or figure of Miss Liberty on them. On the back side of the Roosevelt dime, in the center, is the Torch of Freedom. Next to it, on the left is an olive branch (symbolizing peace), and on the right is an oak branch (symbolizing strength). The coin was designed by John R. Sinnock. His initials (JS) appear just below the truncation of Roosevelt's neck. I hope this covers everything. Dan Moore The Working Man's Rare Coins http://workingman.homepage.com End : This conversation is closed because the Expert has used it in a FAQ. Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 Rating : 1.8 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3557777 Asker : rettah Subject : grading and pricing of foriegn coins Private : No Question : what is and 1875 1/2, in decent condition, worth, or where can i find that information? Answer : You state that you have a foreign coin. If that's the case, then I'm sorry, but I can't help you. I specialize in U.S. coins and have no expertise in foreign coins. However, if you in fact have a U.S. half dollar, as shown in this picture : http://images.honesty.com/imagedata/7/2/0/16444720.jpg in this condition, your coin will be worth between $20 and $30. I hope this helped, Dan Answer : to view the picture, copy this address : http://images.honesty.com/imagedata/7/2/0/16444720.jpg into the address bar of your browser and hit enter. The picture will then appear on your screen. Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 Rating : 1.9 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- QAId : 3583322 Asker : ohmarkybaby Subject : Silver Dollars Private : Yes Question : I had recently discovered a large quantity of Silver Dollars. More Specifically 1876 Trade Dollars and 1896 Morgan Dollars. There should be other years in between. The volume can be anywhere between 5,000 to 10,000 pieces. But definitely no less than 5,000 pieces. We still dont have the grade/condition of the coins. Kindly advice me, how may I go about of selling of the whole lot? What are the initial steps that I should take to sort/catalog the coins? Would you know collectors who would be interested in such a large volume of Silver Dollars? Can you advise about considering an Auction? Really would appreciate your help!!! Answer : Dear sir, I was asked by Dan Moore to reply to your question. I am the senior purchasing agent for Heritage Rare Coin Galleries, the largest rare coin dealer in the United States. We routinely handle large groups of coins such as what you describe. If you could give me some additional background information about the coins it would be very helpful. When you say you "discovered" these coins, what exactly do you mean? Is the history of the coins known (e.g. were they in your family for 50 years, given to you recently, "discovered" in a back alley of a second-hand store in Singapore, etc.)? The reason I ask is because we have seen large groups of counterfeit Trade dollars recently that have been originating in the Far East, Malaysia, and Singapore. I would not suggest making an inventory list of the coins as the vast majority of Morgan d