Those can be quite rare and quite valuable, as Notgeld is a well-known thing to collect. Anyway, I prefer aluminium over zinc any time for coins. Then there are the Hungarian 5 pengo coins of 1943 and 1945. Not really valuable but rather interesting – and larger than most aluminum coins.
Is there an aluminum dime?
So no, they never made aluminum dimes. Most likely as Jeff states, he was thinking of the steel cents.
Are aluminum pennies illegal to own?
In the case of the 1974-D Aluminum Cent, according to Steve Roach of Coin World: << The Mint’s position has been consistent: because Congress never issued an aluminum cent as legal tender, any example remains property of the federal government regardless of how long it has been in private hands. >>
What dime is worth a million?
The 1894-S Barber dime is a dime produced in the United States Barber coinage. It is one of the rarest and most highly prized United States coins for collectors, along with the 1804 dollar and the 1913 Liberty Head nickel. One was sold in 2005 for $1.3 million, and another for $1.9 million in 2007.
Are there any dimes that are worth money?
All U.S. dimes made before 1965 are 90% silver, so they command prices many times their face value. Most dimes produced after 1964 are worth only face value. There are exceptions, however, such as error coins.
What’s the value of a dime made in 1965?
In general, well-circulated Roosevelt dimes made before 1965 are worth between $1.25 and $2. Lightly worn examples of scarcer issues are worth significantly more.
How much is a silver Mercury dime worth?
Compare your coins to the grading images, determine their condition and check the value or your Mercury Dimes. Most dates and mint marks are tied to the value of silver, each worth $1.84 . However, there are a few exceptions.
How much is an old Seated Liberty dime worth?
Maintaining constant demand and solid values for these old Seated Liberty dimes. With numerous rare dates and varieties, compare your coins to the value chart. As always, better condition coins are worth large premiums. All Barber Dimes are worth at least $3.50 .
