| Rare coins have values that are influenced by | | | | The majority of a coin's values is based on its |
| many factors. These factors take into | | | | level of preservation. This is especially true for |
| consideration a coin's level of preservation, its | | | | those that have very high mintages. Ones that |
| relative rarity and collector demand. Once | | | | show signs of circulation tend to be worth less |
| collectors and investors catch on to how rare coin | | | | than pieces in strict "uncirculated" condition. In fact, |
| values are established for US coins, it becomes | | | | the difference in the value of a coin in circulated |
| easier for them to profit by collecting US coins. | | | | condition versus the same coin in uncirculated |
| With this thought in mind, here is a closer look at | | | | condition can be so great that tens of thousands |
| how each of these elements influence how | | | | of dollars could be at stake. This makes it |
| dealers and collectors value United States rare | | | | important for collectors to learn how to properly |
| coins. | | | | grade the level of preservation so they can get a |
| Preservation | | | | more accurate gauge of value. |