Thursday, January 17, 2008

Welcome to the Bahamas

Do you have a coin form the Bahamas Island and want to know its value? Leave a comment/question and I will do my best to find out the price and history for you.

Continuing with some decent looking coins from the bag I bought is some from the Bahamas.

While half of the coins were normal circulated types they did include some proofs. Which is not all that great because the circulating issues were actual rarer then the proof. For example the 1972 10 Cents had 11,000 coins minted while the proofs numbered 35,000. It's harder to find a brilliant uncirculated than an untouched proof.

Obverse above.

Reverse below.
These coins were made by the Franklin Mint in the U.S.A. in matte, special uncirculated, and proof. The little stylized F on the reverse is the mark of the Franklin Mint. Matte is basically the circulated coins, special uncirculated is like proof but all completely mirrored. Proof has the background mirrored and frosted designs.

Starting from right to left.
Here are the stats for these Bahamas coins...
Type/Country: 10 Cents Proof/Bahamas
Year: 1972
Mint: Franklin Mint
Mintage: 35,000
Metal: Copper-Nickel
Value: $1.00 if untouched

Type/Country: 25 Cents Proof/Bahamas
Year: 1971
Mint: Franklin Mint
Mintage: 31,000
Metal: Nickel
Value: $1.50 if untouched

Type/Country: 50 Cents Proof/Bahamas
Year: 1973
Mint: Franklin Mint
Mintage: 35,000
Metal: 80% Silver
Value: $7.00 if untouched($1.00 in crease since 2008)

These were sold in sets but if they were less then perfect they were cut out and put into circulation by collectors.

Do you have a coin form the Bahamas Island and want to know its value? Leave a comment/question and I will do my best to find out the price and history for you.

832 dollars worth, for Comments/Questions click here.:

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Man said...

1970 Republik Indonesia 5 coin set
Mintage: 4,250
Value: $200

1000 RUPIAH
0.9990 Silver 1.2847 oz. ASW

750 RUPIAH
0.9990 Silver 0.9635 oz. ASW

500 RUPIAH
0.9990 Silver 0.6423 oz. ASW

250 RUPIAH
0.9990 Silver 0.3212 oz. ASW

200 RUPIAH
0.9990 Silver 0.2569 oz. ASW

Anonymous said...

My friend was in urgent need of money so he sold 2 of his silver coins (father's collection) for 100$ to me. He said that he did not know the silver present in the coins but said its value should be more than what I paid him. Can you please tell me How much silver is there in the coins and what is its present value? I was just curious. $100 is really not that big of an amount.

On one coin there is a picture of pope and church and on top Republic Dominicana is written. The date inscribed is 1979 The words Visita De S.S. Juan Pablo II is inscribed below. on the other side Periodo Presidential Antonio Guzman is inscribed at the top with 25 pesos written below on the left corner plata fina 60.13 grs is written and on bottom right ley.925 is there.The coin has lot of black spots and scratches on surface.

The other coin is pretty straightforward
1978 Jamaica $25 coin. 25th Anniversary of the coronation Elizabeth II with the picture of the queen holding a sceptre.

How much are they worth?

Man said...

Republic Dominicana is written. The date inscribed is 1979 The words Visita De S.S. Juan Pablo II is inscribed below. on the other side Periodo Presidential Antonio Guzman is inscribed at the top with 25 pesos

25 PESOS
0.9250 Silver 1.9330 oz. ASW
Value: $50.00
Mintage: 3,000

1978 Jamaica $25 coin.
25 DOLLARS
0.9250 Silver 4.0468 oz. ASW
Value: $100.00
Mintage: 11,000

Anonymous said...

I have a 1972 Proof Set, in the original red box with paperwork. It is complete with all coins untouched. It is a nine coin set: one, five, ten, fifteen, twenty-five, and fifty cents and one, two and five dollar. Thanks for any help you can provide.

Man said...

Bahamas 1972 Proof Set, in the original red box with paperwork. It is complete with all coins untouched. It is a nine coin set

About $35.00

Anonymous said...

what is the value of an 1970 9 coin bahamas mint set?

Man said...

1970 9 coin bahamas mint set about $25.00

Anonymous said...

Have a mint set of 4 gold coins Bahama 1971

Man said...

mint set of 4 gold coins Bahama 1971

About $2,000.00

Anonymous said...

What is the value, mintage and the metal content of the following 2 sets?

1. Republic De Guinee 1969 4 coin set
The coins are 500, 250, 200 and 100 francs

2.1993 British Virgin Islands 25 Silver Coin
set of $25 denomination each ( The Official Endangered Wildlife Commemorative Coins )

Thanks

Man said...

1. Republic De Guinee 1969 4 coin set
The coins are 500, 250, 200 and 100 francs

The coins you have are not listed it should be 10000, 5000 etc.

2.1993 British Virgin Islands 25 Silver Coin
set of $25 denomination each ( The Official Endangered Wildlife Commemorative Coins )
25 DOLLARS
0.9250 Silver 0.5974 oz. ASW
$40.00 each coin

Anonymous said...

I have some coins and I would like to know if they have any value?

1 three pence-1963 with Elizabeth II on the back
1 three pence-1960 with Elizabeth II on the back

1 half penny- 1943 with Georgivs VI on the back

1 penny-1915,1916,1919,1927,1936,1921 with Georgivs V DEI GRA:BRITT:OMN:REX FID: DEF:IND:IMP

1 penny-1908 with EDWARDVS VII DEI GRA:BRITT:OMN:REX FID:DEF:IND:IMP

Man said...

British
three pence-1963 about $0.15
three pence-1960 about $0.20
half penny- 1943 about $0.10

penny-
1915 about $0.80
1916 about $0.80
1919 about $0.80
1927 about $0.35
1936 about $0.25
1921 about $0.80
1908 about $0.95

Anonymous said...

i have a gold jamaica 100 dollar 1978 25th anniversary of coronation coin and I'd like to figure out the value.
Thanks

Man said...

gold jamaica 100 dollar 1978 25th anniversary of coronation coin

About $325.00

Anonymous said...

hello i have a 2000 10 cent, probualy not worth much but i want to know. supper clean and never been used it looks like. thanks.

Anonymous said...

What is the value and silver content of the following coins in my possession? If possible I would like to know the mintage of the same

1997 Zambia 2500 Kwacha and picture of Diana alongwith 2 sons at the front 1961-1997

Republic De el salvador 1971 5 and 1 colone set

1992 British Virgin Islands 500TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE "DISCOVERY OF AMERICA" Twenty Five $25 coins

1994 Russia 25 roubles coin with picture of ballet dancers. Thanks

Man said...

2000 10 cent, probualy not worth much but i want to know. supper clean and never been used it looks like

Assuming a high mint state like MS-65 it's about $0.75 but it would be difficult to sell ungraded.

Man said...

1997 Zambia 2500 Kwacha and picture of Diana along with 2 sons at the front 1961-1997
Mintage: 1,997
Value: $65
2500 KWACHA
0.4995 Silver 0.2497 oz. ASW

Republic De el salvador 1971 5 and 1 colone set
Mintage: Unknown
Value: $20
5 COLONES
0.9990 Silver 0.3693 oz. ASW
COLON
0.9990 Silver 0.0739 oz. ASW

1992 British Virgin Islands 500TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE "DISCOVERY OF AMERICA" Twenty Five $25 coins
Mintage: Unknown
Value: $30
25 DOLLARS
0.9250 Silver 0.6406 oz. ASW

1994 Russia 25 roubles coin with picture of ballet dancers.
Mintage: 3,000
Value: $400
25 ROUBLES
0.9000 Silver 5.0007 oz. ASW

Anonymous said...

How much is 1988 SEOUL (korea) Olympic games 2 coin commemorative set worth today? One is 10000 won coin and another is 5000 won coin? Are they silver coins? What is its mintage? Thank you

BrookPotter said...

Greetings,
I have an encased Gold One Dollar 1966 Coin, minted for the 14th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference in 1968, with a note stating its a gift from the Hon. Prime Minister of the Bahamas.
Any worth?

Man said...

1988 SEOUL (korea) Olympic games 2 coin commemorative set worth today? One is 10000 won coin and another is 5000 won coin?

10000 WON if Proof
0.9250 Silver 0.9998 oz. ASW
Mintage: 110,000
Value: $45

5000 WON if Proof
0.9250 Silver 0.4999 oz. ASW
Mintage: 227,500
Value: $30

Man said...

Gold One Dollar 1966 Coin, minted for the 14th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference in 1968, with a note stating its a gift from the Hon. Prime Minister of the Bahamas.

Sorry, I'm not familiar with this coin, it may be a token or medal, it is not listed anywhere.

If possible can you post a picture somewhere then drop a link here.

Anonymous said...

Hello,
I am interested in gifting 1970 Costa Rica 25 colones coin for my son who is an avid coin collector from any auction site or store. Can you please tell me what is its value and the silver present in the coin? Is it very rare? I would not like to overpay for the coin. On ebay one seller has listed the coin for $109 and says it is 53.9 gram .999 silver. Is this info correct and is the price fair? If not which is the best place to buy this coin and for what price? Thanks and sorry for the long post.

Man said...

1970 Costa Rica 25 colones coin for my son who is an avid coin collector from any auction site or store. Can you please tell me what is its value and the silver present in the coin?

25 COLONES
53.9000 g., 0.9990 Silver 1.7311 oz. ASW
Mintage: 6,800 all proofs
Value: $80.00

Not rare but not often seen on the market.
At $109 it is slightly high but that is assume it is not graded and if this grades higher than MS-64 it maybe worth more.

It is too close to call, it depends on how much you are willing to spend, I do expect these large silvers to gain value for the next few years.

BrookPotter said...

Take a look and let me know.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/dynamic_duo/sets/72157624106961876

Man said...

Take a look and let me know.

Good pictures but I'm still stumped.

This is a $1 dollar Bahamas from 1966 but it seems to be made of another material.

This is a Presentation coin, so it may not have been meant for the public. That said 4 postage stamps from that conference and sell for $1.00 in mint condition.

I tried some research but found nothing, it may be plated but it does not look like it.

At this point the only way to find out is to contact the Bahamas Consulate, as they hosted it 1968, and try to proceed from their. Attach the last clear image to an email request.

Sorry I couldn't help more but I will keep researching.

BrookPotter said...

Not a Problem, thank you for the help.

Anonymous said...

Hi, I had sent you a question a couple of days back regarding purchasing 1970 Costa Rica coin 25 colones coin as a gift to my son. The price I had quoted by an ebay seller was $109 for the coin and you had said that it is valued at $80. Another ebayer is willing to offer the same coin for $57.

But I bought a 2 coin 1988 Olympic proof set (1.5 oz) for $30 as a gift to him. The 10000 won coin depicts picture of a diver and 5000 won coin depicts picture of tug of war. The reason for going for this set is I found it better value for money as the price I paid for the set is closer to bullion value. Also a some posts back you had mentioned to a query that the value of this set is about 75$.

But now I am having buyer's remorse Should I have bought the costa rica coin for 57$ or Have I made the right decision by going for this set? Which coin/set would appreciate in value in the future? How is the value of a coin determined ? How much premium over the bullion value is justifiable?

I can still return this set and buy Costa rica 25 colones coin but I am not sure whether it is worth paying 25$ premium over the bullion value. Affordability is not a question as I can afford both the coins/set. Which makes better economic and investment sense? Alternatively if the premium of $25 is a bargain then I can also purchase the costa Rica coin and give it to him on some other occasion. I want my son's collection to have a good value in the future. Thanks

Man said...

Hi, I had sent you a question a couple of days back regarding purchasing 1970 Costa Rica coin 25 colones coin as a gift to my son. The price I had quoted by an ebay seller was $109 for the coin and you had said that it is valued at $80. Another ebayer is willing to offer the same coin for $57.
Again $80 is just an estimate plus or minus $20 is a good range, just try to make sure the quality and condition are high.

But I bought a 2 coin 1988 Olympic proof set (1.5 oz) for $30 as a gift to him. The 10000 won coin depicts picture of a diver and 5000 won coin depicts picture of tug of war. The reason for going for this set is I found it better value for money as the price I paid for the set is closer to bullion value. Also a some posts back you had mentioned to a query that the value of this set is about 75$.
I assumed it was a proof coin, mirrored background, they also minted non-proof coins worth only silver prices.

But now I am having buyer's remorse ...I want my son's collection to have a good value in the future. Thanks

Well that is the problem with collecting, everyone will over pay for coins. I overpaid for a cent by $10 over 15 years ago and it still sells for cheaper.
I use to buy bulk silver dimes and some I got for less but most I overpaid by 10%.

Collecting as investment is not worth it unless you are spending $10,000 or more per coin. Join any serious forum and those guys are trading $20,000 coins and laugh at people who buy stuff ungraded.

Collect for fun or wait until you can afford the "real" coins, me I have stopped buying and just collect from my change.

Anonymous said...

Hi,
Thanks for the advise regarding collecting and investing in coins. Can you please tell me what is the value of the 1988 Korea 2 coin set I have purchased? The listing was as follows:-

Two coin set commemorates the 1988 Seoul Korean Olympic Games. Includes Krause-Mishler catalog numbers KM-54 & KM-57. Both struck in .925 pure silver, weights respectively are 16.81 grams & 33.62 grams. Individually encapsulated & housed in plush blue case with Certificates of Authenticity.

The image link is:-

http://imagehost.vendio.com/bin/viewimage.x/00000000/athynk/cts2coinsouthkoreaset1.jpg?vvid=6484521&allow_track_link=1&track=027a51ea61-144f2&sp=1&vsid=1&vgp=0&vimgs=cts2coinsouthkoreaset1.jpg,cts2coinsouthkoreaset2.jpg,cts2coinsouthkoreaset3.jpg,cts2coinsouthkoreaset4.jpg,cts2coinsouthkoreaset5.jpg,cts2coinsouthkoreaset6.jpg#

Thanks

Man said...

1988 Korea 2 coin set

The descriptions don't match the pictures.

The 5000 won is KM#55 about $25.00 form 1986
The 10000 won is KM#57 about $30.00 form 1987

Metal content is the same.

Anonymous said...

hi i have an 1987 10 cent peice from the bahamas and im wondering the price of it today?

Man said...

1987 10 cent from the Bahamas about $0.10

Anonymous said...

Can you please tell me about the value of the coins in this listing on ebay? The listing says 1999 Gem silver proof set zambia but the COA mentions it is AU which stands for gold. So are these gold or silver coins? What is the value of the whole set?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=260610426543&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT

Ebay Item number: 260610426543

Please help me as I am interested in bidding for this set. Thanks

Man said...

The listing says 1999 Gem silver proof set zambia but the COA mentions it is AU which stands for gold.

These coins are not listed anywhere either in silver or gold.

The weight it right for gold coins but again no RMS Douro bullion coins are listed.

Sorry, I couldn't be more of a help but there is something wrong with this auction. Then again for $20.55 these are worth it no matter what they are.

Anonymous said...

Hey Guys!

Seems, like I opened up an old threat again - but here's why.

I'm from Germany and due to the death of my grandfather I came into possession of an 1992 100$ silver coin from the Bahamas.

As there is no place on the web, that even showed a picture of that coin, I wanted to ask if anybody ever heard of a 1Kilogramm .999 silver coin from the Bahamas, for the 500year celebration of the discovery of the new world.

Hope you don't get me wrong - I'm not keen on selling it just after receiving it. I really love the looks of it and I just wanted to get some more details about it.

Thanks a lot and best regards from Germany,
Andy

Man said...

1992 100$ silver coin from the Bahamas...1Kilogramm .999 silver coin from the Bahamas, for the 500year celebration of the discovery of the new world.


Yes this coin is known.
100 DOLLARS
1000.0000 g., 0.9990 Silver 32.117 oz. ASW
Mintage: 1,500
Value: $600

Anonymous said...

Thanks alot - I'm new to the collection of coins and didn't find it anywhere. Now I know the Mintage and have an estimate on how much its worth!

So thank you again!!

Andy

Anonymous said...

Can you please tell me the value of 500th Anniversary of the Americas Silver Proof Set in my possession? It is a 12 coin sterling Silver set titled 500th Anniversary of the Americas.The certificate mentions that
These 1991-1992 $5 Silver Proof coins are legal tender in the Bahamas.

Man said...

500th Anniversary of the Americas Silver Proof Set in my possession? It is a 12 coin sterling Silver set titled 500th Anniversary of the Americas.The certificate mentions that
These 1991-1992 $5 Silver Proof coins are legal tender in the Bahamas


About $350.00

Anonymous said...

I have a 20 coin set of
UNICEF INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF THE CHILD with COA
SILVER COIN COLLECTION 1979/1980, 20 PROOF COINS

1979

China 35 Yen
Turkey 500 Liva
Jamiaca 10 Dollars
Hungry 200 Forint
Phillipines 50 Piso
Bulgaria 10 Leva
Bolivia 10 Aeba
Maldives 20 Rufiyaa
Lesotho 10 Maloti
Netherlands Antilles 25 Gulden

1980

Zambia
Republic of Seychelles 50 Rupees
Mongolia 25 Tugrik
Ethiopia 20 Birr
United Arab Emirates 50 Dirhams

1981

Papua New Guinea 5 Kina
Malta 5 Pound
Egypt 5 Pound
Jordan 3 Dinars
Sudan 5 Pounds

What is the total silver content of the set and its value at present? I would like to sell it. What is a fair price for this set? Thanks

Anonymous said...

What is the value and mintage of 1978 PROOF 5 coin set commemorating the Corination Jubilee.

The set in my possession includes
1 $25.00 from Barbados
1 $25.00 from Belize
1 $25.00 from British Virgin Islands
1 $10.00 from Cook Islands
1 $5.00 from Solomon Islands

Thanks

Anonymous said...

The year is 1978 Coronation Jubilee Crown 5 coin set. Thanks

Man said...

20 coin set of
UNICEF INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF THE CHILD with COA
SILVER COIN COLLECTION 1979/1980, 20 PROOF COINS

1979

China 35 Yuan about $70.00 0.8000 Silver 0.5000 oz. ASW
Turkey 500 Lira about $35.00 0.9250 Silver 0.6938 oz. ASW
Jamiaca 10 Dollars about $20.00 0.9250 Silver 0.6676 oz. ASW
Hungry 200 Forint about $15.00 0.6400 Silver 0.5761 oz. ASW
Phillipines 50 Piso about $20.00 0.9250 Silver 0.8148 oz. ASW
Bulgaria 10 Leva about $30.00 0.9250 Silver 0.6937 oz. ASW
Bolivia 10 Aeba?????
Maldives 20 Rufiyaa about $20.00 0.9250 Silver 0.8410 oz. ASW
Lesotho 10 Maloti about $20.00 0.9250 Silver 0.8410 oz. ASW
Netherlands Antilles 25 Gulden about $20.00 0.9250 Silver 0.8095 oz. ASW

1980

Zambia???????
Republic of Seychelles 50 Rupees about $20.00 0.9250 Silver 0.5781 oz. ASW
Mongolia 25 Tugrik about $30.00 0.9250 Silver 0.5781 oz. ASW
Ethiopia 20 Birr?????
United Arab Emirates 50 Dirhams about $25.00 0.9250 Silver 0.8095 oz. ASW

1981

Papua New Guinea 5 Kina about $20.00 0.9250 Silver 0.8410 oz. ASW
Malta 5 Liri about $110.00 0.9250 Silver 0.8410 oz. ASW
Egypt 5 Pound about $35.00 0.9250 Silver 0.7137 oz. ASW
Jordan 3 Dinars about $20.00 0.9250 Silver 0.6938 oz. ASW
Sudan 5 Pounds about $20.00 0.9250 Silver 0.5781 oz. ASW

Man said...

1978
1 $25.00 from Barbados about $25.00
1 $25.00 from Belize about $20.00
1 $25.00 from British Virgin Islands about $30.00
1 $10.00 from Cook Islands about $20.00
1 $5.00 from Solomon Islands about $15.00

Man said...

1978 Coronation Jubilee Crown 5 coin set.

What country?

Anonymous said...

I have a Bahama $20 gold coin with Elizabeth II on the front and a lighthouse on the back, 1971. Do you have an idea of the value? Thanks!

Man said...

Bahama $20 gold coin with Elizabeth II on the front and a lighthouse on the back, 1971

About $250.00

Anonymous said...

Can you please tell me the value of the following 3 coins inherited by me? I would like to put them for sale as I don't have any use of them and can do with some cash.

1969 Bank of Uganda 30 schillings with picture of pope on one side

1970 Republique D' Haiti 25 Gourdes Huge coin with L'Art Haitien inscribed below

1971 Republique D' Haiti 25 Gourdes Huge coin with picture of Airport and plane flying.

All the 3 silver coins are in their original case with certificate and are untouched. Are these rare coins and what is the price I can expect to fetch for each of the coins? Thanks

Man said...

1969 Bank of Uganda 30 schillings with picture of pope on one side
About $40.00

1970 Republique D' Haiti 25 Gourdes Huge coin with L'Art Haitien inscribed below
About $100.00

1971 Republique D' Haiti 25 Gourdes Huge coin with picture of Airport and plane flying.
About $120.00

Moneytha said...

1966 Bahama Island 5 cents
1968 Bahama Island 10 cents
1966 Bahama Island 10 cents
2006 Bahama Island 1 cent

Man said...

1966 Bahama Island 5 cents about $0.05
1968 Bahama Island 10 cents about $1.00
1966 Bahama Island 10 cents about $0.10
2006 Bahama Island 1 cent about $0.01

Anonymous said...

Hi,
I have taken collecting silver foreign coins as a hobby and the first thing that I have done is bought a Krause catalog for my reference. After going through the book I am bamboozled by some information. It would be very helpful if you can provide your insights and views on some of the things.

First of all How is the value of a coin arrived at? I thought the main criteria should be the metal content (gold, silver platinum etc),the mint (private,Govt) and the mintage (especially the serial numbered ones). So as per my logic a coin having the same content say 1 ounce silver but there is a difference in mintage like 1 coin has a mintage of 70000 and the other has mintage of 1000. Then in such a scenario the coin which has a lower mintage should be valued higher.

But in the Krause catalogue I have come across lot of coins which do not follow this logic. Just as a point in case there are many coins which are valued at a price lower than the bullion value. I understand that it is not possible to have the current bullion value in the books as their value differs from time to time but how often are the values revised in newer editions. I have a 2010 krause catalog.
While buying silver coins what things should I keep in mind as I believe the value listed in the Krause is just a reference and not gospel.

I am interested in purchasing 1971 Haiti proof set of 9 coins 10 Gourdes with faces of Indian chiefs. I know their catalog price i.e about $35 each and $315 for the set. But I believe they are highly undervalued as the mintage of each coin is only 3000 odd pieces. So what is a good price for the whole set according to you?

I would also like to purchase the 1970 Costa Rica 1970 5 coin silver proof set consisting of 25,20,10,5 and 2 Colones? What is the value for the whole set? I could not find the value of 20 colones coin in my Krause as it is not listed.

Falkland Islands 25 pounds coin KM 20 with an asw of 4.4607 has a mintage of est 20000 (not rare) but it is valued at $165 which is twice its bullion value as per the latest edition which defies all logic?

There are many such instances where coins which have less than 5000 mintage does not command a premium price and are undervalued as per the catalog but many coins which are in abundance are higly overpriced.

Am I missing something? It would be really great if you can clear some of these issues and share them. Thanks and Have a Nice day.

Man said...

Then in such a scenario the coin which has a lower mintage should be valued higher.

No. Many coins with low mintage of 50 coins or less are only metal value because they all exist in the same grade and are available on the market frequently or never. So the value is frozen.

1,000 mintage is considered low but not rare.

Krause sets its value on the market, if no one is buying Haitian coins then the market drops and the reflect that price at publishing time.
If suddenly everyone wants a Haitian coin the market gets inflated and the book looks wrong.

Silver is hard to track because in a single year the value doubles so again a good rule is find out the books I think they used $11.50 while today it's $17.71.

Man said...

1971 Haiti proof set of 9 coins 10 Gourdes with faces of Indian chiefs. I know their catalog price i.e about $35 each and $315 for the set.

These coins have about $240 in silver and the general rule is about 33% for semi-low mintage which would make it $319 so that is about right.
The key is market where else can you buy these, if no ebay or Heritage listing exist you may have to pay double silver value but this would be way overpriced at $480.

Man said...

1970 Costa Rica 1970 5 coin silver proof set consisting of 25,20,10,5 and 2 Colones?

KM#193
20 COLONES
43.7000 g., 0.9990 Silver 1.4035 oz
Value $55.00

For the set about $250.00 although I have seen them sell for half that. Again the semi-low mintage is not impacting instead the silver value is dominant.

Man said...

Falkland Islands 25 pounds coin KM 20 with an asw of 4.4607 has a mintage of est 20000 (not rare) but it is valued at $165 which is twice its bullion value as per the latest edition which defies all logic?

These are 5oz coins and they are very collectible. More people want the 5oz coin than the 5 Pound 1oz coin which may have a lower mintage.
Because it is market driven, large coins, odd shapes, and cool designs often sell higher than the mintage indicates.

Man said...

Am I missing something?

Lastly, with the overpriced items just check online or in forums to see if they are going for less.

With the undervalue be aware that it is about popularity, availability, and grade. If only 10 coins were made but all are perfect and owned by one person they have little market value.

Some coins like 1983 U.S. quarters are very common but few of them achieved high grades so they command a 10x higher value.

Anonymous said...

I have a 1966 Bahama Islands 5 Dollar Coin how much would this be worth?

Man said...

1966 Bahama Islands 5 Dollar Coin about $25.00

Anonymous said...

I have a set of Bahamian coins from 1966 still in the box as well as the box they were shipped in to my Grandfather. How much are these coins worth and where do I sell them?

Thank you!

Man said...

set of Bahamian coins from 1966 still in the box as well as the box they were shipped in

About $20.00 sell on eBay.

Anonymous said...

Bahama copper nickel 1974 uncirculated $2 coin

Bahama sterling silver 1973 uncirculated $2 coin

Bahama sterling silver 1973 uncirculated $5 coin

1900 US dime

US 1878 E Pluribus Unum $1 coin

New Foundland 1917 .10 cents

US .5 cents with the bull and indian 1920-1936

Canada Victoria Del Gratia Regina 1898 .01 cent bronze

Man said...

Bahama copper nickel 1974 uncirculated $2 coin about $6.00

Bahama sterling silver 1973 uncirculated $2 coin about $20.00

Bahama sterling silver 1973 uncirculated $5 coin about $26.00

1900 US dime about $2.50

US 1878 E Pluribus Unum $1 coin about $26.00

New Foundland 1917 .10 cents about $1.20

US .5 cents with the bull and indian 1920-1936
Average is $2.00 each

Canada Victoria Del Gratia Regina 1898 .01 cent bronze about $5.00

Anonymous said...

1968 New Pence 10 (ONE SIDE) D.G.REG.F.D ELIZABETH II (other side)

1944 Canada .50 cents (one side) Georgivs VI D: G: Rex ET IND: IMP

1973 L100 Repvbblica Italiana

1990 Aruba 25c circle

1987 Aruba 50c square

1944 Canada (only says cents on one side and Georgivs VI D G REX ET IND IMP on other side)

1920 Jamaica penny

1987 Republica De Bolivia 10 centavos

1958 Un peso Estados Unidos Mexicanos

1993 Jamaica One Dollar

1966 three pence Del Gratia Regina FD Elizabeth II

1963 one penny Del Gratia Regina FD Elizabeth II

1962 Canada 25 cents

1990 Bahamas one cent

1964 Philippines five centavos

1955 British Caribbean territories Eastern Group 5 cents

10 sen year unknown

1960 Hong Kong .10 cents

1966 Repvblica Italiana 10

1956 Canada .10 cents

1972 Republika NG Filipinas 10 Sampung Sentimos

1949 Chile 20 centavos

1994 Mexico .10 cents

1951 Canada .25 cents

1941 New Foundland .10 cents

1981 & 1985 Mexicanos $100 coins

Not sure if this is anything but I also have a bronze color round circle with a hold at the top and only the # 25 on it.

Also have a round goldish color coin with slits on the edges. It has a eagle or something on it a Nazi symbol under it and says BROT

Man said...

1968 New Pence 10 (ONE SIDE) D.G.REG.F.D ELIZABETH II (other side)
About $0.25

1944 Canada .50 cents (one side) Georgivs VI D: G: Rex ET IND: IMP
About $6.00

1973 L100 Repvbblica Italiana
About $0.15

1990 Aruba 25c circle
About $0.15

1987 Aruba 50c square
About $0.30

1944 Canada (only says cents on one side and Georgivs VI D G REX ET IND IMP on other side)
About $0.10

1920 Jamaica penny
About $0.75

1987 Republica De Bolivia 10 centavos
About $0.25

1958 Un peso Estados Unidos Mexicanos
About $1.20

1993 Jamaica One Dollar
About $1.00

1966 three pence Del Gratia Regina FD Elizabeth II
About $0.25

1963 one penny Del Gratia Regina FD Elizabeth II
About $0.10

1962 Canada 25 cents
About $3.00

Man said...

1990 Bahamas one cent
About $0.05

1964 Philippines five centavos
About $0.20

1955 British Caribbean territories Eastern Group 5 cents
About $0.15

10 sen year unknown
Can't say without country or year?

1960 Hong Kong .10 cents
About $0.10

1966 Repvblica Italiana 10
What denomination?

1956 Canada .10 cents
About $1.00

1972 Republika NG Filipinas 10 Sampung Sentimos
About $0.15

1949 Chile 20 centavos
About $0.15

1994 Mexico .10 cents
About $0.10

1951 Canada .25 cents
About $2.50

1941 New Foundland .10 cents
About $1.10

1981 & 1985 Mexicanos $100 coins
About $0.30 for the 1985, no such thing as a 1981 $100.

Not sure if this is anything but I also have a bronze color round circle with a hold at the top and only the # 25 on it.
Probably a tag or medal I can't honestly saying without seeing it.

a round goldish color coin with slits on the edges. It has a eagle or something on it a Nazi symbol under it and says BROT
Sounds like a medal of some sort, I would not know.

Anonymous said...

US half dollar ranging all years from 1934 to 1947

US penny that looks silver 1956

1948 Republique francaise says 1F

US constitution 200th anniversary $1 dollar1886 venezuela LEI 900

Man said...

US half dollar ranging all years from 1934 to 1947
About $7.00 each except for the 1938-D which is about $120.00.

US penny that looks silver 1956
Could be an error it needs to be weighed.

1948 Republique francaise says 1F about $0.10

US constitution 200th anniversary $1 dollar1886 venezuela LEI 900
I have no idea what this is.

Anonymous said...

Thank you so much for your quick response to everything!! =)

Anonymous said...

Hello,
Is it worth investing in a coin/coin set if it is available for a higher price as compared to the market value of the coin/coin set mentioned in Krause catalog but the price is equal to the bullion value (gold/silver). I am intersted in collecting only gold or silver foreign coins. Can I go wrong if I buy or purchase a coin / coin set for the price equal or less than the bullion value irrespective of the catalogue value? For Eg Recently I won the following 4 coin/sets

1976 Maurituius 2 coin proof set 25 and 50 rupees 1.88oz asw for $30

1969 Uganda 30 schilling coin 1.92oz asw (Pope visit) for $41 and

1982 Lesotho 3 coin set (George washington) 1.5oz asw for $20 on ebay.

1992 British Virgin Island 25 coin $25 Discovery of america columbus set for $226

I believe one cannot go wrong if you buy coins at their bullion value or lesser as In a worst case scenario you can melt them. Please advise if you think otherwise. Thank You - Jake

Man said...

I believe one cannot go wrong if you buy coins at their bullion value or lesser as In a worst case scenario you can melt them.

True but I'm a coin collector and the idea of melting coins rare, proof, or mint set coins seems wrong.I don't believe in coins as a long term investment.

That said it is possible to lose money if bullion value drops low which may happens soon.

You did very good on those purchases.

Anonymous said...

I recently purchased a 1968 Haiti 3 coin set 25 gourdes, 10 Gourdes and 5 Gourdes in original wallet(pristine condition, untouched) and COA for $120. My friend won the 1967 Haiti 3 coin set on ebay for $90 in original box and COA but the coins were handled and there are minor scratches on all the 3 coins.

Did I pay a fair price or overpaid for my set or Did my friend won the item for a good price. What is the present value of these 2 sets? Does the value depreciate if the coins are handled or there are scratches on the coins as compared to ones which are blemish free? Thanks

Man said...

1968 Haiti 3 coin set 25 gourdes, 10 Gourdes and 5 Gourdes in original wallet(pristine condition, untouched) and COA for $120. My friend won the 1967 Haiti 3 coin set on ebay for $90 in original box and COA but the coins were handled and there are minor scratches on all the 3 coins.

What is the present value of these 2 sets?
1968 3 coin set is about $110 in packaging untouched
1967 3 coin set is about $100 in packaging untouched
In my opinion the untouched coins are a good buy at $125
The scratched coins should have sold for $50 or whatever the melt value was.

A scratched or handle proof coin loses almost all it's value.

Anonymous said...

Hi,
I also believed that the coins lose their value if they are handled and there are scratches on the coins. But the Funny thing in this case is I checked the metal content in Krause catalogue today and Both the 1967 and 1968 Haiti 3 coin set contain 6.04 ASW which brings the melt value of the coins in each set to approx 110$ as per today's bullion rate which is more than the catalogue value of the pristine sets and the price $90 which my friend paid. So in effect it looks like my friend won the set at a bargain price because he has in effect paid less than the present silver value in the set even though there are scratches on the coins. It's quite hilarious but so true. Thanks for your input.

Man said...

So in effect it looks like my friend won the set at a bargain price because he has in effect paid less than the present silver value in the set even though there are scratches on the coins.

Yes that old silver melt value, which in theory sounds good.
Remember that even people who buy silver need to make a profit so $110 in silver will sell for less. In Jan 2010 silver was about $19 then by Feb it was about $15.

In my tiny opinion I would sell the scratched coins the second I could get a decent profit.

Anonymous said...

i have a 1978 franklin mint bahama proof set with 5$ 2$ 1$ .50 .25 .15 .10 .5 .1 cents it is in mint condition untouched by anyone for over 10 years in original case and covering. case is in good condition and is silver coins

Man said...

1978 franklin mint bahama proof set with 5$ 2$ 1$ .50 .25 .15 .10 .5 .1 cents it is in mint condition untouched by anyone for over 10 years in original case and covering.

About $65.00

Anonymous said...

thanks also i have a spanish coin dated about 1500 in ruff condition how much is that worth?

Man said...

spanish coin dated about 1500 in ruff condition

Sorry this is out of my range and I don't know any site that does this type of old coin.

Anonymous said...

thanks anyway

Anonymous said...

3 Silver proof coins from Kenya in original Royal Mint boxes for sale on ebay with a starting bid of $45

The coins are as follows:
-25th Independence Anniversary 1963-1988 ( 500 Shillings )
-10 Great Nyayo Years 14th October 1978-1988 ( 500 Shillings )
-Central Bank of Kenya Silver Jubilee 1991 ( 1000 Shillings )

I researched for the value of these coins in the Krause catalogue and I was shocked to see the Catalogue value of each of these coins:-

$350 plus $375 plus $500 = $1225 which looks absolutely crazy in my opinion. I couldn't believe my eyes.

Can you please shed some light on what is so special about these coins and why are these coins so highly valued in Krause. Their mintages are unknown. What is the maximum price you would be willing to shell out for these coins? Would any person be able to fetch the price of their catalogue value in the open market? Thank you

Man said...

Silver proof coins from Kenya

These coins are thought to have a very low mintage. Add to that in Kenya most were melted for the silver content. They are seldom seen in auction and all African proofs have a premium because of the instability of each country.

All that said when these are sold the average sale is half the book value.

Anonymous said...

what would 1974 hundred dollar bahamian gold peace worth

Man said...

1974 hundred dollar bahamian gold about $175.00

Anonymous said...

I have a 1973 proof set of gold Bahamian dollars, 50 - 100 - 150 - 200 dollar coins. They come in a box, and are a proof set minted in 1976 (with certificate giving proof set number). Any idea of current value?

Man said...

1973 proof set of gold Bahamian dollars, 50 - 100 - 150 - 200 dollar coins. They come in a box, and are a proof set minted in 1976

It is a 1976 set, the 1973 is just part of the design not the year of the coin.
It's about $1,100.00.

Randy said...

I have a 1973 $2 proof and a 1975 $5 proof. Both look and sound like silver (I've seen enough silver to know the difference), but the weight is off. The 1973 weighs in at 30.5 grams (.7 over) and the 1975 weighs in at 43.5 (1.4 grams over). It would seem to unlikely these are lead-plated counterfeits, but that weight is over quite a bit. I calibrated my scale and checked other coins -- all good. Have others found the tolerance high on these coins?

Randy said...

Sorry, my previous question was for coins from the Bahamas.

Randy said...

Sorry again, mean to write "silver-plated lead counterfeits" in the first post. I should note that I have weighed 1-ounce .9999 bullion and found it to be .2 grams over, but this variance is quite a bit larger.

Man said...

1973 $2 proof and a 1975 $5 proof. Both look and sound like silver (I've seen enough silver to know the difference), but the weight is off. The 1973 weighs in at 30.5 grams (.7 over) and the 1975 weighs in at 43.5 (1.4 grams over).

True on silver coins tolerance should not be over 0.05 grams for each 10 grams.

That said these are low value coins and I never heard of any fakes.
It could be oxidation or something else at the time of minting but I do not suspect fakes.

Fraud?
What I suspect is they were re-plated.
Meaning they got ugly, someone cleaned them and then plated them in silver to get a higher grade.
It adds some weight and would only be detected with a high power microscope and some metallurgy background.

Randy said...

Interesting, thanks. I mistyped on the $5 coin: it's actually over by 1.6 grams. I'm fairly new to silver, but these coins look like proofs to me, including the frosting. And they are not perfect proofs -- some minor signs of wear. Would a re-plater be able to get that frosted effect? In any case, re-plating would at least ensure silver value.

Man said...

Would a re-plater be able to get that frosted effect? In any case, re-plating would at least ensure silver value.

It is possible, frosting is easy enough to do.

But to go through all that trouble seems odd.
There are so many techniques to plate coins and also the 1970s were not known for producing perfect coins so it is difficult to pinpoint.

You can try going to a jeweler and see if they can verify silver content (in a non-destructive way).
Or try to find the specific gravity of the coin to then scientifically breakdown it's content, I'm an engineer by trade and even this is a bit difficult.

I would accept them as slightly heavy and keep them aside in case other ever get reported.

Randy said...

I weighed ten more 1974-75 Franklin Mint coins last night (I have a Lighthouse scale). Most of the coins were from the Bahamas. I also compared my measurements to other world coins -- Canada, Germany, Netherlands, etc. It seems clear to me that the tolerance on these Franklin Mint coins is much higher than most coins. One 1975 50c piece was .75 grams too light, while the 1975 $1 coin was 1.03 grams too heavy! A few others fell into 0.5-1 gram off range, though on the heavy side, and some were very close. They just bounced around more than one would expect. However, they all look and sound authentic, rims and other details look perfect to me; some were starting to tone. My guess is the Franklin Mint did not care that much about the variances.

Man said...

My guess is the Franklin Mint did not care that much about the variances.

True I would think once they got the correct amount of silver whatever fill metal they used, copper at 1-2%, they just added it until the blank stayed stable.

Anonymous said...

I have a 1970 fifty cent coin from Bahama Islands. It is Not a proof. It is turning color on one edge like real silverware often does, so I assume it has some silver content. Could you tell me what the silver fineness is, and the weight of silver in grams or ounces? Thanks.

Man said...

1970 fifty cent coin from Bahama Islands

0.8000 Silver
0.2667 oz. ASW

About $6.00

Clinton G Bowers said...

I have a 1966 $2 coin with two flamingos and Elizabeth 11 on it. What might this be worth? Its in fair condition.

Man said...

1966 $2 coin with two flamingos and Elizabeth 11

About $20.00

Anonymous said...

What is the value of 1973 British virgin island 6 coin set in FDC issue in blue booklet with 6 stamps including $1 coin? Does the $ 1 coin have any silver in it? I paid $7 for this set. Is it a good deal? Thanks

Man said...

1973 British virgin island 6 coin set in FDC issue in blue booklet with 6 stamps including $1 coin?
About $30.00 if proof set
About $20.00 if mint set

Does the $ 1 coin have any silver in it?
Yes, 0.9250 Silver 0.7643 oz. ASW

I paid $7 for this set. Is it a good deal?
Yes the silver dollar alone is worth $17 because of the silver prices alone.

Anonymous said...

What is the value of a scalloped edged 10 coin from Bahamas- 1969

Man said...

scalloped edged 10 coin from Bahamas- 1969 about $0.10

Anonymous said...

great info Man,
i purchased the 1972 $20 gold lighthouse coin. I have a couple of questions?
Who minted this coin?
Total mintage?
I have read the gold content is .1880, then you mentioned it to be .1910. Clarification if can.
Was it only produced in the two coin set?
Is it minted in proof design only?

Man said...

Assuming from the Bahamas, and proof...

Year: 1972
Mint: Franklin Mint
Mintage: 1,250
Metal: 0.9170 Gold 0.1910 oz. AGW
Value: $250.00

They were sold as mint and proof varieties and not in sets.

Anonymous said...

thank you very much

Anonymous said...

Hi,
I am very new to this hobby of collecting only silver coins. I wanted to clarify and clear some things so I will be putting across my queries in paragraph form so that it would be easier for you to answer them.

After how many months or years does toning start to occur on silver coins? Does it occur on all silver coins (.999 , .90 , sterling etc)? If the coins are sealed in the original sealed plastic case of issue or plastic capsule would toning still occur? What temperature or climate affects toning? Is toning good on the coins or bad? Should the coins which are toned be cleaned or left alone? Would the value of the coins depreciate because of toning?

I had recently won some coin sets on ebay. In the case of British Virgin Island 1985 Twenty Five coin set, the coins are not sealed but just placed on some velvet lined coin slots in the case, still there are no visible signs of toning on them and coins are very lustrous. On the other hand a 1968 3 coin Haiti set in original case which I had won has some noticeable toning starting to occur on the edges of the coins.

I recently also won a 1973 haiti 4 coin set for $36. It was sealed in an original plastic sleeve but it did not come with outer black case and COA. Also there is no tarnishing whatsoever on the coins and it has a white lustre. How can I check whether the coins are authentic or counterfeit? Should I remove them from their original sealed plastic sleeve? Are there any instances of counterfeits of these coins? Also I am now seeing another seller selling similar coins which are sealed but in this case the coins have noticeable tarnishing.
One more thing I wanted to be sure of are Did the 1973 Haiti 4 coin set come with 2 different types of packaging as on One sellers plastic sleeve IC is embossed at 2 ends while a set which another seller is selling there is no such embossing on the ends. The set which I won also does not have this 'IC' embossing.

Here are the links of the pictures of the sets for sale from 2 different sellers

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=160457241117&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=250491432515&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=260672311500&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT

I know that I should not be freaking out but I am. How do I be sure that the coins which I have won or will be winning are genuine or just a reproduction? Thank you and sorry for the long post. I hope you would be able to help me out.

Man said...

After how many months or years does toning start to occur on silver coins?
Depends on humidity and environment, sometimes it takes 50 years or more sometimes it takes a few hours.

Does it occur on all silver coins (.999 , .90 , sterling etc)?
All coins that contain silver 20% to 99% may tone.

If the coins are sealed in the original sealed plastic case of issue or plastic capsule would toning still occur?
Yes.

What temperature or climate affects toning?
High humidity, high temps, and light.

Is toning good on the coins or bad?
If natural then it means nothing.

Should the coins which are toned be cleaned or left alone?
Leave them alone, never clean.

Would the value of the coins depreciate because of toning?
Only fake toning will lower value.

Man said...

I know that I should not be freaking out but I am. How do I be sure that the coins which I have won or will be winning are genuine or just a reproduction? Thank you and sorry for the long post. I hope you would be able to help me out.

Never heard of fake for that set.
As for the coins in plastic occasionally some people take them out and then put in lesser grade coins then the reseal the plastic.

This paranoia of yours is justified because when getting eBay items you can never be sure.
With foreign coins they often have multiple package types so I can't say if one has been tampered with.

Anonymous said...

Thanks a lot for clearing many of my questions. Can you please answer a couple of other queries which I had posed

1.Is it possible for this 1973 Haiti set of 4 coins which have been sealed for more than 35 years not to have any toning whatsoever? Does this mean it is fake?

2.Should I remove it from the sealed package? Is there any sure shot way of differentiating between genuine and counterfeit coins? By the look of things on this set it looks genuine as the details are very sharp. Plus sometimes I think why any person would go to such an extent to reproduce coins of not such a high value as the cost involved in duplicating would be quite high and not worth the efforts?

I have just a couple more queries regarding collecting coins as a hobby. I have purchased Krause catalog to refer to the mintage, value and the composition of the coins. But I have seen many coins/sets of some countries selling way below their catalogue value and many other coins/sets selling way above their catalog value on ebay consistently. What could be the reason for this? Could it be because the Krause has not updated their value?

Where would you suggest I should buy my coins? I would love to buy coins at a bargain and leaving ebay I don't know any other place where I can get the coins at a steal. What safeguards should I take? Thank you.

Man said...

1.Is it possible for this 1973 Haiti set of 4 coins which have been sealed for more than 35 years not to have any toning whatsoever? Does this mean it is fake?
I did answer this, toning can take up to 50 years, if properly sealed and kept in low humidity then it may stay that way for centuries.

2.Should I remove it from the sealed package? Is there any sure shot way of differentiating between genuine and counterfeit coins?
They should stay in the package and maybe looking under high magnification for bubbles or weak details. If not then they are most likely real, like you said why bother faking for low value coins.

Could it be because the Krause has not updated their value?
But this book is a guide and with metal values and politics the coin world often have ups and downs, the book is an average value.


Where would you suggest I should buy my coins?
eBay, Heritage, and coin forums.
Visit and join a few coin forums and from there you can make contacts that will sell directly.
Most are eBay sellers who would gladly avoid eBay fees to sell to a fellow collector.

Man said...

Forgot one...
What safeguards should I take?
The same you do with all personal info when dealing with online sales.

Anonymous said...

I have won many silver/gold coins/set in the past 8 months or so on ebay. The primary criteria I followed while bidding was I won the coins either at or below their bullion value. But I know that in addition to their bullion value a numismatist value is attached to the coins. Can you please tell me the present numismatistic(market) value of the following coins/sets which I won on ebay and whether I got them for a bargain price? If you can I would be very grateful to you for the same.

1948 MEXICO SILVER COIN CHIEF 30 grammos - $17

1974 BELIZE EIGHT COIN .925 STERLING SILVER PROOF SET - $53

1975 Jamaica Proof Set Box/COA - $30

BARBADOS 1973 PROOF SET - $39

1975 $100 Gold Coin of Belize - 6.21g of .500 Gold - $112

JAMAICA 1974 PROOF 8 COIN SET BOX + COA MINT - $34

Two 1975 Mauritius Silver Coins, 50 Rupees, 25 Rupees set - $30

1973 Cayman Islands 8 coin proof set - $40

1973 Trinidad and Tobago Eight Coin Proof Set - $33

1976 Guyana National 8 Coin Proof Set - $32

1974 Bahamas $10 Proof Coin - $24

1976 Papua New Guinea 8 coin Proof Set - $28

1973 British Virgin Island 6 Coin Set in a blue folder - $12

1976 Netherlands Antilles Gold & Silver Coin Set - $245

1968 HAITI REPUBLIC SILVER 3 PC PROOF SET KM# PS4 - $120

1973 Haiti proof set of four sterling silver coins - $35

1978 JAMAICA $25 coronation PROOF SILVER COIN - $82

1972 Jamaica $10 Proof coin - $18

1976 Olympic Coin Set of 28 in wooden box - $515

1974 Iceland Commemorative Silver 2 Coin Set-uncirculated - $22

Lesotho 10 Maloti 1982 3 Pcs. set George Washington - $18

1978 Panama Canal Treaty 10 Balboas Proof Silver Coin - $20

Tonga 20 Pa'anga 1975 proof - 4.5 ounces of silver - $74

1976 Guyana $100 gold coin - uncirculated (orig. box) - $90

1973 cook islands 2 1/2 & 7 1/2 dollar Silver coins + 7 coins in book - $40

25 British Virgin Islands Twenty Dollar Coins 1985 set - $260

1992 500th ANNIVERSARY DISCOVERY OF AMERICA British Virgin Island 25 COIN SET - $225

2004 1.5 Euro Commerative DDay Proof 60th anniversary - $6

2 coin SOUTH KOREA silver Olympic Set - $30

Mexico 1986 Football silver proof set 3 coin 25, 50 and 100 pesos - $26

1969 PROOF 30 Shillings UGANDA coin - $40

I also went through Q's and A's of different persons on your blog where you have told the values of many of the sets won by me but as the answers given by you in some cases is more than 1 year old I would like to know the present value taking into account the increasing bullion value. Thank you and Have a Nice day - Matt

Man said...

1948 MEXICO SILVER COIN CHIEF 30 grammos - $17 about $21.00

1974 BELIZE EIGHT COIN .925 STERLING SILVER PROOF SET - $53 about $40.00

1975 Jamaica Proof Set Box/COA - $30 about $60.00

BARBADOS 1973 PROOF SET - $39 about $40.00

1975 $100 Gold Coin of Belize - 6.21g of .500 Gold - $112 about $135.00

JAMAICA 1974 PROOF 8 COIN SET BOX + COA MINT - $34 about $40.00

Two 1975 Mauritius Silver Coins, 50 Rupees, 25 Rupees set - $30 about $50.00

1973 Cayman Islands 8 coin proof set - $40 about $40.00

1973 Trinidad and Tobago Eight Coin Proof Set - $33 about $40.00

1976 Guyana National 8 Coin Proof Set - $32 about $40.00

1974 Bahamas $10 Proof Coin - $24 about $32.50

1976 Papua New Guinea 8 coin Proof Set - $28 about $40.00

1973 British Virgin Island 6 Coin Set in a blue folder - $12 about $16.00

1976 Netherlands Antilles Gold & Silver Coin Set - $245 about $375.00

1968 HAITI REPUBLIC SILVER 3 PC PROOF SET KM# PS4 - $120 about $0.00

1973 Haiti proof set of four sterling silver coins - $35 about $65.00

1978 JAMAICA $25 coronation PROOF SILVER COIN - $82 about $110.00

1972 Jamaica $10 Proof coin - $18 about $35.00

1976 Olympic Coin Set of 28 in wooden box - $515 What country?

1974 Iceland Commemorative Silver 2 Coin Set-uncirculated - $22 about $44.00

Lesotho 10 Maloti 1982 3 Pcs. set George Washington - $18 about $60.00

1978 Panama Canal Treaty 10 Balboas Proof Silver Coin - $20 about $35.00

Tonga 20 Pa'anga 1975 proof - 4.5 ounces of silver - $74 about $110.00

1976 Guyana $100 gold coin - uncirculated (orig. box) - $90 about $120.00

1973 cook islands 2 1/2 & 7 1/2 dollar Silver coins + 7 coins in book - $40 about $50.00

25 British Virgin Islands Twenty Dollar Coins 1985 set - $260 about $520.00

1992 500th ANNIVERSARY DISCOVERY OF AMERICA British Virgin Island 25 COIN SET - $225 about $750.00

2004 1.5 Euro Commerative DDay Proof 60th anniversary - $6 What country?

2 coin SOUTH KOREA silver Olympic Set - $30 What year?

Mexico 1986 Football silver proof set 3 coin 25, 50 and 100 pesos - $26 about $60.00 if you mean soccer.

1969 PROOF 30 Shillings UGANDA coin - $40 about $50.00

Man said...

whoops
1968 HAITI REPUBLIC SILVER 3 PC PROOF SET KM# PS4 - $120 about $150.00

Anonymous said...

Thanks for the answers and for sparing your valuable time.

1976 Olympic Coin Set of 28 in wooden box - $515 - Canada 5 and 10 dollar coins ( 14 of each)

2 coin SOUTH KOREA silver Olympic Set - $30
5000 won - 1986
10000 won - 1987 both proof

2004 France 1.5 Euro Commerative DDay Proof 60th anniversary - $6

Well it looks like bearing the 1974 Belize proof set, I have done pretty well with other purchases taking into account the catalogue value. Can you please explain the reason for the Belize set being so undervalued? It contains approx 3 plus ounces of silver which taking into account the price of silver which is close to $23 the bullion value of the set alone comes to about $70.

Man said...

1976 Olympic Coin Set of 28 in wooden box - $515 - Canada 5 and 10 dollar coins ( 14 of each) about $1,050.00

2 coin SOUTH KOREA silver Olympic Set - $30
5000 won - 1986 about $30.00
10000 won - 1987 both proof about $35.00

2004 France 1.5 Euro Commerative DDay Proof 60th anniversary - $6 about $55.00

Well it looks like bearing the 1974 Belize proof set...
My bad there are 2 eight coin sets I looked at the wrong one the PS1 has no silver.
PS2 has the silver and it's about $80 on average.


I will add I'm listing the average low values from actual auctions. Meaning a lot of these coins are selling for twice the value.
Like the 2004 1.5 French Euro goes for $100 on eBay while a month ago it was $55, I tend to think it is lower because the price jumped to fast. I could be off. Good luck.

Anonymous said...

Hi. I found a 25 cent coin with the sail boat on the back and QE2 on the front from 1969. Would you know how much it is worth? Thank you.

Man said...

25 cent coin with the sail boat on the back and QE2 on the front from 1969

Assuming from Bahamas about $0.30

Anonymous said...

I have a 1976 $2 coin from the Commonwealth of the Bahamas, but it has a matte finish rather than a bright silver can anyone tell me what it might be worth? Thanks for the help

Man said...

1976 $2 coin from the Commonwealth of the Bahamas, but it has a matte finish rather than a bright silver

About $9.00 this Matte finish is not silver and only 300 were minted.

jnplees@hotmail.com said...

i have a 1992 bahamas 5 dollar gold with flamingo's on reverse..gold content? value?

Man said...

1992 bahamas 5 dollar gold with flamingo's on reverse

0.5000 Gold 0.0250 oz. AGW
About $80.00

Anonymous said...

Four 22k gold coins in mint condition commemorating Year of Independence of the Commonwealth of Bahamas - issued in 1974 in denominations of 50, 100, 150 & 200 Bahamian dollars. Thanks!

Man said...

22k gold coins in mint condition commemorating Year of Independence of the Commonwealth of Bahamas - issued in 1974 in denominations of 50, 100, 150 & 200 Bahamian dollars.

About $850.00 for the set

Anonymous said...

I have a bahamian $100 dollar gold coin 1987 commonwealth comemmorative coin....do you know how much its may be worth?
thanks

Man said...

bahamian $100 dollar gold coin 1987 commonwealth comemmorative coin
About $275.00

Anonymous said...

1973 cayman islands proof set 8 coins from royal canadian mint

Man said...

1973 cayman islands proof set 8 coins

About $30.00

Anonymous said...

Sir,
How about a value on a Trinidad and Tabago 1971 proof set 7 coins

Anonymous said...

I have a $2(1953star),a $5(1963), and a $100(1966)that have a red serial number. all in really good condition. i,m a bank teller and have come across these in the last two weeks and wanted to know about how much they might be worth. thank you.

Man said...

Trinidad and Tabago 1971 proof set 7 coins about $20.00

Man said...

all in really good condition.that have a red serial number.

$2(1953star) about $20.00
$5(1963) about $12.00
$100(1966) about $200.00

Anonymous said...

thank you for looking into the red serial number bills for me! i think i'll try ebay.

Man said...

selling a BEP 100 pack of 2003A series $2.00 bills from cleveland containing a radar. Is this a wise investment for $250.00?

If you can hold on to them for a few years or if you know of radar collectors.

It is right on the edge of a good deal, there are so many uncirculated $2 packs floating around that they are losing value. If you can afford it go for it but in a few months it may be selling for the same price. Go with your gut is the best advice. Sorry if this was not too helpful.

Anonymous said...

Are all 2 Dollar Bahamas coins made of silver?

Man said...

Are all 2 Dollar Bahamas coins made of silver?

No from 1974-1980 some were made in Copper-Nickel
And by 1995 they started making some in Gold.

Anonymous said...

1984 $50 Gold Coin.
One side says "Commonwealth of The Bahamas" and has the seal of the Bahama's on it.
The flip side "Fifty Dollars" and has some type of flower cluster. There is also some very small text under the flower image, but I haven't been able to magnify it enough to read it.
Any idea on value?
Thank you.
Jim (Virginia)

Man said...

1984 $50 Gold Coin.
One side says "Commonwealth of The Bahamas" and has the seal of the Bahama's on it.
The flip side "Fifty Dollars" and has some type of flower cluster. There is also some very small text under the flower image, but I haven't been able to magnify it enough to read it.


About $60.00, I do not know what is written under the flower.

Anonymous said...

I have a couple hundred dollars in Bahamian quarters,is there anywhere to cash them in for US money?

Man said...

couple hundred dollars in Bahamian quarters,is there anywhere to cash them in for US money?

If you have a bank account ask your bank if the exchange money.

Most money exchangers only deal in bills but you can call and ask.

Worst case scenario is sell them on eBay.

Anonymous said...

I have two Bahamian coins, both 1978 10 dollars, silver proof. One with Prince Charles on the front, one with Governor General Butler, both have the Commonwealth emblem on the back.

My dad bought them in the Bahamas in 1978.

Can you advise of their worth?

Thank you so much!

Man said...

two Bahamian coins, both 1978 10 dollars, silver proof.

One with Prince Charles
if dots around the rim about $30.00
if no dots around the rim about $70.00

one with Governor General Butler about $25.00

Anonymous said...

I recently purchased a pristine 1968 Haiti 3 coin set from ebay for $130 in original case and COA which even looked so in the photos. But when I received the set and on closer inspection I found out that the 10 Gourdes coin has a 2-3 inches long light hairline on it and the 25 Gourdes coin also has a couple of very small scratches on it.

I questioned the seller whether he had removed and handled the coins by taking them out of the original case and he replied in the negative saying that he had never removed them. He also offered to take back the set if I was not satisfied with it.

The problem is as follows:-

This set which contains approx 6 ounces of silver retails at a price between $150 to $200. I got the set at a very good price.

Is it possible that a hairline on a coin/coins is from the mint while manufacturing and/or packing the coins and not due to tampering by humans later?

It is a very light hairline on the 10 Gourdes coin which is only visible from some angles on closer inspection and not deep scratches or dent. The whole set looks gorgeous in general and has great eye appeal.

By how much value does the price of a set decrease due to the presence of such a hairline on the coin? I understand that the exact condition of the coin whether there is presence of hairline, scratches, dents etc determines its value.

How much importance should be given to the condition of the coins? If there is even a slight anamoly in the condition of the coin eg. light scratch should these coins be avoided? Do collectors only collect coins which are absolutely perfect free of any defects whatsoever.

I have attached a link of the pictures of the coins where I have uploaded the images:-

http://s1217.photobucket.com/albums/dd381/vij96/Haiti%20Coins/

Please look at them and give your professional personal judgements, opinions and assessment on the condition of the coins and whether it is in poor condition and should I keep or return them? I am in 2 minds as my one side says to keep them and another side of me says that I should return them.Thanks

Man said...

How much importance should be given to the condition of the coins?

Proofs are graded harshly with these types of scratches they will always grade low.

So they only have silver value but that is still high and by 2011 silver will go up sharply again so keep these coins.

I think these coins have been opened at least the ends and dirt has gotten inside. As a collectible these have little value since they are also the most common of the Haitian sets.

Still they're keepers.

Anonymous said...

Wow! Finally I got my answer, thanks you you (an my patien reading). I just bought a 1971 bahamas silver coint set on ebay for like total 80 bucks with shipping. I calcualted that to be current silver value (29.13 oz). Then I see an ad for 1974 set fr buy it now at $45. I think, is this a mistake? I can't believe it's a mistake. Then after finding you (on the 40th search effort), I read you say there were different sets issued each year, some silver, some not. So now I'm smarter.
Thank you - I really wanted the $5 sterling coin. Something about one of the bigger made in the Western Hemisphere.

Nick said...

oops
Maybe I did maker a mistake. The Bahamas set advertized as silver has Uncirculated Specimen Set on coins. Does this mean it is not the silver 5, 2, 1 and .50? Thanks again.

Man said...

1971 bahamas silver coint set on ebay for like total 80 bucks with shipping...The Bahamas set advertized as silver has Uncirculated Specimen Set on coins. Does this mean it is not the silver 5, 2, 1 and .50?

The 1971 silver set does contain 9 coins some of them are silver your estimates are correct.

But the 1974 Mint set contains only nickel version.
But the 1974 Proof set contains silver versions.

It seems these sets are real and full just the lesser mint (nickel) version.

Anonymous said...

I have a Silver? $25 dollar Commonwealth of Bahamas coin similar to the one at the top of the page, only mine says Bahamas, not Bahama Islands. It has a picture of Queen Elizabeth the 2nd and says Elizabeth II at the bottom of the front. On the back it says Twenty five Dollars, San Salvador, Queen Isabella and Columbus, & 1987 on the back with a picture of Columbus, the Queen, some other guy, and a ship. Nowhere does it say silver on it. My mom said she bought it in the Bahama islands in 87 for $200.00 This coin is big and heavy. t is in a plastic airtight case in a box. Any clues? whittle4u@yahoo.com thanks

Man said...

Silver? $25 dollar Commonwealth of Bahamas coin similar to the one at the top of the page, only mine says Bahamas, not Bahama Islands. It has a picture of Queen Elizabeth the 2nd and says Elizabeth II at the bottom of the front. On the back it says Twenty five Dollars, San Salvador, Queen Isabella and Columbus, & 1987

Yes this silver 92.5% Silver 3.8541 oz. ASW
it is about $150.00.
Although only 1,750 were made many of them survived in high grade and they only kept their metal value with a little coin value.

Anonymous said...

i have a 1969 bahama 5 dollar silver nice size coin, can you tell me the weight of this coin and how much is the value? thanks

Man said...

1969 bahama 5 dollar silver nice size coin

42.12 grams or 1.49 ounces

92.5% Silver 1.2526 oz. ASW

About $38.00

Anonymous said...

I have a 1975 Jamaican $10 Sterling Silver Proof with Christopher Columbus on it an wondering its worth..

Also have a 1975 $100 Balboa gold (8.16g) coin proof.. In a blue sealed cahce that states printed on 12-31-1974 the first day of minting after removal of US governments ban of modern gold coins.. Some water damage to the cache around edges, but all text is ledgible.. Can you please tell me what the coins are worth:).. Thank you!!

Man said...

1975 Jamaican $10 Sterling Silver Proof with Christopher Columbus
About $40.00

1975 $100 Balboa gold (8.16g) coin proof.. In a blue sealed cahce that states printed on 12-31-1974 the first day of minting after removal of US governments ban of modern gold coins.. Some water damage to the cache around edges, but all text is ledgible
About $325.00

Anonymous said...

I have a 25 pence coin from great britian which was purchased by me about 8 years back from a coin shop. The coin dealer sold me the coin saying it contained silver. I took his word for granted and purchased the coin and kept it with me until now. I now plan on selling this coin on ebay and on doing research about this coin before selling I have found out that there are 2 versions of this coin one is the silver version and another is the copper nickel. How do I find out that the coin that I have is the silver version or not? I do not want to list the coin as silver without being 100% sure of it. The coin does not have a proof finish and looks uncirculated .Does the silver coin minted in this case have a proof finish? Could it be that I have a cupro nickel version?

Here are the details I found out about the coin from the Krause catalog:-

KM# 925 25 NEW PENCE
Copper-Nickel, 38.61 mm. Ruler: Elizabeth II
Subject: Wedding of Prince Charles and Lady Diana Obv: Young
bust right Rev: Jugate heads left

KM# 925a 25 NEW PENCE
28.2759 g., 0.9250 Silver 0.8409 oz. ASW, 38.61 mm.
Ruler: Elizabeth II Subject: Wedding of Prince Charles and Lady
Diana Obv: Young bust right Rev: Conjoined busts left

Is there an easy and sureshot way of identifying the composition of the coin without taking it to a coin dealer or a jeweller? I have many coins which I purchased many years back and those coins are also available in 2 versions just like this. Pleae help. Thanks a lot.

Man said...

KM# 925(a) 25 NEW PENCE

The coin does not have a proof finish and looks uncirculated.

And that is the problem as far as I know the silver version is always Proof.

There are 3 versions the 2 you listed and a specimen version also cupro-nickel it is not proof but slightly shinier but still uncirculated. It has a slightly higher value but not much. These are often confused with silver because they came in a fancy folder.

Again the silver version is proof and should be in a case. Weight is identical, silver does have a different look to some people.

Anonymous said...

Thanks. Is there a sure shot way of saying whether the coin that I have is silver or not? I know that by your answer it is highly unlikely. Also I got the coin from the dealer without the case and the certificate so the case logic with the proof version is ruled out. Also the proof looks different to different people as it is not frosted proof like in case of treasure coins of the carribean.Is there any test which I can conduct at home. Thanks

Man said...

Is there any test which I can conduct at home.

Nothing that doesn't involve nitric acid.

I know silver coins by look.
Other people can hear the difference between silver coins when drop them on the ground.

Place a picture online and maybe other people (including myself) can tell if it is proof.

If your honest with your description that you simply do not know then your eBay buyers should be understanding.

Anonymous said...

Thanks for all your help. I am presently out of town for a couple of weeks or so. Once I get back I will post some pictures online and inform you about the same.

Anonymous said...

I am selling the 1492- Discovery 1992 Quincentennial 7 coin set. uncirculated, mint condition. What is it's current value? Thank you

Man said...

1492- Discovery 1992 Quincentennial 7 coin set. uncirculated, mint condition

About $35.00

Anonymous said...

As promised here is the link where I have uploaded some pictures of UK 25 pence coin purchased by me about 8 years back for 5$.

http://picasaweb.google.com/vjensigns/UKTwentyFivePence#

Please go through the pictures and tell me whether it is a silver proof coin or not? The last 3 snaps were removed after I cleaned the coin and hence the shine.

If it is a silver proof coin then what is its present value and if it is not then what is its value. Luckily for me if it is not a silver coin then I won't regret much as I paid only 5$ for it. Thanks

Anonymous said...

As promised by me I have uploaded some pictures of the UK 25 pence (KM# 925) which I had purchased for $5 about 8 years back in the following link

http://picasaweb.google.com/vjensigns/UKTwentyFivePence#

The last 3 snaps were removed after I cleaned the coin.

Please tell me whether it is a silver proof coin or not in your opinion? What is the present value of this coin?

Luckily for me I did not pay much if it turns out to be cupro nickel coin. Thanks

Man said...

Please tell me whether it is a silver proof coin or not in your opinion? What is the present value of this coin?

Not proof and not silver.
By cleaning the coins nearly all the value was lost.
About $0.30.

Anonymous said...

Good afternoon,

I have:

1.) One 1976 Bahamian Proof Set, 9 coin, in original box

2.) One 1974 Bahamian Uncirc. Specimen Set, 9 coin

3.) One First Day of Issue Cachet containing a proof-quality sterling silver commemorative coin on 10 Dollar denomination and a commemorative stamp, both issued on July 10th,1973 (coin on Comm. of Bahamas envelope with stamp, postmark an COA on back).

Thank you for your time!

Man said...

1.) One 1976 Bahamian Proof Set, 9 coin, in original box
About $50.00

2.) One 1974 Bahamian Uncirc. Specimen Set, 9 coin
About $35.00

3.) One First Day of Issue Cachet containing a proof-quality sterling silver commemorative coin on 10 Dollar denomination and a commemorative stamp, both issued on July 10th,1973 (coin on Comm. of Bahamas envelope with stamp, postmark an COA on back).
About $50.00

Anonymous said...

I am wondering the value of a couple of Bahamian coins I have in my collection, passed from my father.

1.) 1973 $50 Coin, Elizabeth II on the front and flamingos and sunset on the back. The coin appears to be proof and bronze/gold in color.

2.) 1973 Silver Proof $10 Coin, Elizabeth II on the front, sailing galleon ship on the back.

I also have a:

1.) 1977 Poland Silver Proof 100 ZL Coin, Buffalo or Ox on front and Polish bird symbol on back.

2.) 2 1976 Olympic Silver Proof 100 Schilling
Coin from Austria celebrating the 76 Innsbruck Winter Olympics (one is brigh and well sealed, the other dull and not air tight).

Thank you, your resource is invaluable.

Man said...

Bahamian coins
1.) 1973 $50 Coin, Elizabeth II on the front and flamingos and sunset on the back. The coin appears to be proof and bronze/gold in color.
About $350.00 and it is 50% gold.

2.) 1973 Silver Proof $10 Coin, Elizabeth II on the front, sailing galleon ship on the back.
About $45.00 and it is 92.5% silver.


I also have a:
1.) 1977 Poland Silver Proof 100 ZL Coin, Buffalo or Ox on front and Polish bird symbol on back.
About $10.00 and it is 62.5% silver.

2.) 2 1976 Olympic Silver Proof 100 Schilling
Coin from Austria celebrating the 76 Innsbruck Winter Olympics (one is bright and well sealed, the other dull and not air tight).
About $15.00 each and it is 64% silver.
These were actually made in 1974 and they are very common.

Anonymous said...

I just found another Bahamian Silver Proof coin from my dad's collection that goes with the post above.

1.) 1972 $2 Silver Proof Coin in Mint box Elizabeth II on front, flamingos and sunset on back.

The $50 coin I asked about in the last post is small too, about the size of a US half dollar.

Man said...

Bahamian Silver Proof coin from my dad's collection that goes with the post above.

1.) 1972 $2 Silver Proof Coin in Mint box Elizabeth II on front, flamingos and sunset on back.
About $27.00 it is 92.5% silver.

The $50 coin I asked about in the last post is small too, about the size of a US half dollar.
That is normal.

Anonymous said...

I have a follow-up question if you don't mind...

Was your reply as to value based on a Silver Proof Set versus a Proof Set...not sure if they made a regular and Silver Proof, mine is Silver.

1.) One 1976 Bahamian Proof Set, 9 coin, in original box
About $50.00

Man said...

Was your reply as to value based on a Silver Proof Set versus a Proof Set...not sure if they made a regular and Silver Proof, mine is Silver.

1.) One 1976 Bahamian Proof Set, 9 coin, in original box
About $50.00


Whoops 4 of them are silver, it would about $100.00.

Anonymous said...

Thank you for such a great resource!

I have 7 Bahamian Coins from 1966:

1, 5, 10, 15 Cent and

50 cent, 1 dollar and 2 dollar.

They were framed so they are tarnished and circulated. They were framed and attached with what I think is rubber cement since it peeled off very easily, I heated the backing with a dryer to get them off. Any idea of value and if it is advisable to try and clean them, and if yes on cleaning, anything I should try to use that is gentle just to get the remaining glue residue off.

Man said...

7 Bahamian Coins from 1966:

1, 5, 10 about $0.05 each
15 Cent about $0.50

50 cent($8), 1 dollar($15) and 2 dollar($27) (all of these 92.5% silver)

They were framed so they are tarnished and circulated.
Tarnish is not a bad thing to collectors, bad cleaning is worse.

Since some are silver I would suggest not cleaning them at all but all are still common, they generally have just metal value which I listed.

Dipping them in pure acetone and rinsing with distilled water is the safest way.

Anonymous said...

Does the Bahamas 1974 Specimen Set have Silver Coins, they are uncirculated? That would be the 50 cent, 1 dollar, 2 dollar and 5 dollar?

Thank you

Anonymous said...

I recently won a 1995 Turks and Caicos - Jewels in the sky Silver Gold 4 coin proof set in original wooden case with COA for $455. Is it a fair price for this set or have I overpaid? There are 3 huge silver coloured coins with pictures of birds of 25 crowns denomination and a small gold coin 4 crowns 1/25 ounce .917 gold.

What is the bullion content, mintage and market value of this set? Thanks

Man said...

Does the Bahamas 1974 Specimen Set have Silver Coins, they are uncirculated? That would be the 50 cent, 1 dollar, 2 dollar and 5 dollar?

No, these were copper-nickel, only 1973 or earlier were made in silver for the Specimen Sets.

Man said...

1995 Turks and Caicos - Jewels in the sky Silver Gold 4 coin proof set in original wooden case with COA for $455. Is it a fair price for this set or have I overpaid?

huge silver coloured coins with pictures of birds of 25 crowns denomination

Each of the these are about $235.

small gold coin 4 crowns 1/25 ounce .917 gold.
This one does not exist?
They did not make any gold coins in 1995 also 4 Crowns are never made?
Maybe a description?

Also this is not an official set as far as I can tell, depending on what the little gold is.

Man said...

What is the bullion content, mintage and market value of this set?
25 Crowns bird series
0.9990 Silver 4.9923 oz. ASW
Mintage is unknown.

Anonymous said...

Thanks for the info. I have attached a link where I have uploaded some pictures of the set for your reference. Maybe you will be able to shed some light on this set as pictures are equivalent to 1000 words

https://picasaweb.google.com/106885756154497330507/1995TurkdCaicosSilverGoldProofSet#

Is this set not an official set as it comes in a wooden case with COA and booklet? By which mint was this set issued or Was it issued by a private mint? Also I borrowed a krause catalog from my friend and as mentioned by you there is no mention of the 4 crowns gold coin in the catalogue. What might be the possible reason for the same? Also I am happy that I was able to get the set for less than the bullion value. The catalogue value of this set as mentioned by you is above $700. But I find it weird that there is no mention of this set in the proof sets listed in Krause. Any reason why it was omitted? Are all proof sets normally listed or Is it possible for some sets to be not listed? The 3 Silver coloured coins are listed separately.

My friend has said that there are many sets which are not listed in the Proof set column in the end of each country.For eg He has the Papua New Guinea 1994 3 coin set of 5 kina (silver), 25 kina coloured coin (silver 4 oz) and 50 kina gold coin which is listed separately in Krause but not as a set which he possess. Are these official issues or not? Thanks

Man said...

Are these official issues or not?

Souvenir sets are often not listed since they can be custom made by the mint to whomever sells them. (Which is also why mintage figures are often missing in coin books)

Meaning a zoo may order just the silver birds in separate cases for there less affluent customer.
While a museum may order all 3 plus a gold because they sell higher end items.


Back to your coins, yes the silver bird coins are real they came with the booklet whether you bought one or all three.

The one picture you have of the front of the gold coin is not clear.

That said Stacks sold one set in 2007 and they listed it as PS-18 and the gold coin as KM-137 which according to all my books do not exist.

Heritage sold a set also and the call the 4 crown "unlisted".

I can only guess the coins ere special orders.
Does the booklet mention the gold?
Also who published the booklet?

It all seems real just not listed. Hey maybe you can finally be the one who gets it listed.

Anonymous said...

The mintage of the 1995 Turks and Caicos Silver Gold set is listed as 1500 sets for world wide distribution and only 750 sets allocated for distribution in US in the booklet. Any particular reason this is not listed as such in Krause catalog? Thanks for all your help and sparing your valuable time.

Man said...

The mintage of the 1995 Turks and Caicos Silver Gold set is listed as 1500 sets for world wide distribution and only 750 sets allocated for distribution in US in the booklet. Any particular reason this is not listed as such in Krause catalog?

Two reasons
1. they made 1,500 and any unsold were melted without collecting the sets sold.
2. this was the 1st shipment and maybe they were so popular more were made at a later date.

Anonymous said...

Can you give me a value on 1944 2 1/2 Guilder Coin from Curacao, Nederland Antilles, it looks Silver but I'm unsure. It says Munt Van Curacao on the back and has the Seal.

Also, I have two 1952 1 Guilder coins from Nederland Antilles.

Thanks so much!

Man said...

1944 2 1/2 Guilder Coin from Curacao, Nederland Antilles, it looks Silver but I'm unsure. It says Munt Van Curacao on the back and has the Seal.
Yes about $20.00 72% silver

1952 1 Guilder coins from Nederland Antilles
Yes about $8.00 72% silver

Anonymous said...

I have just found a 1966 Bahama Islands quarter withe ship on the reverse side and Queen Elizabeth 11 on the other side, but doesn't say Commonwealth of the Bahama Islands, just Queen Elizabeth on left side and Bahama Islands on right side of Queen. I have never found one of these quarters ever, just wondering the value of such quarter...good condition too. please reply with value and history if any to prairiedude2008@hotmail.com....Anyone can reply if knowing more bout this coin...would be neat to know what I have....ty

Anonymous said...

I have come across a Bahama Islands 1966 quarter, which has the ship on one side and the Quenn on the other, however it doesnt look like the one you have pic of up above....mine says on left side of Queen her name and on right side of Queen Bahama Islands, NOT Commonwealth of the Bahama Islands like ones above do...just wondering if any info regarding this quarter ( How many made )...Value, History of this year pertaining to quarter.....Quarter in almost mint condition.

Man said...

1966 Bahama Islands quarter withe ship on the reverse side and Queen Elizabeth 11 on the other side, but doesn't say Commonwealth of the Bahama Islands, just Queen Elizabeth on left side and Bahama Islands on right side of Queen. I have never found one of these quarters ever, just wondering the value of such quarter...good condition

Type/Country: 25 Cents / Bahamas
Year: 1966
Mintage: 3,685,000
Metal: Nickel
Value: $0.25 in good

The "commonwealth" word was not added until 1971.

Man said...

Bahama Islands 1966...Quarter in almost mint condition.

In this condition about $0.40.

Anonymous said...

What is the market value of 1970 Indonesia 5 silver proof coin set in case with certificate? My friend is willing to sell the set for $135. Is it a good and fair price? Thank you

Man said...

1970 Indonesia 5 silver proof coin set in case with certificate

About $200.00 this is mostly collectors value since the was a low 4,250.

The silver value is about $100 so recent auctions have been between $100 to $200.

The price of $135 is fair but I think it can sell for higher.

Anonymous said...

1969 Bahama nine piece proof set; Royal Mint; in a red case with felt inlay for coins. Coins are in a plastic wrapper which is torn in spots which in turn has caused a bit of discoloration on the largest coin. Otherwise the rest of the coins are in perfect shape. Value?

Man said...

1969 Bahama nine piece proof set; Royal Mint; in a red case with felt inlay for coins. Coins are in a plastic wrapper which is torn in spots which in turn has caused a bit of discoloration on the largest coin.

About $90.00

Anonymous said...

I was given a franklin mint silver proof bahama commenwealth coin much larger than a silver dollar. Someone bought in 1973 for $20. What content/percentage is silver. If not all silver, what else is it made of. About what is it worth.
Thanks very much.

Man said...

franklin mint silver proof bahama commenwealth coin much larger than a silver dollar. Someone bought in 1973 for $20. What content/percentage is silver.

What denomination?

Anonymous said...

Please Value..(1)Ea.First day issue,Postmarked Feb.17 "Struck Feb.28th Royal Visit Cachet,1975 Bermuda $100.00 Gold(Proof Finish)Coin 900/1000 7.03 Grams W/Stamp.20 in Mint Con't.and (1)Ea.Uncirculated 1975 Bermuda in sealed pack.Mint Con't.
1)1975 Belize $100.00 Gold Coin/Sealed Cachet/Certified,First Day Mint for Proofs Aug.25th/6.21 Gram/500/1000 Mint Con't.
1)1975 Belize $100.00 Gold Coin/Uncircu./Sealed
1)1976 Netherlands Antilles $200.00 Sealed Cachet/First Day mint Proof/7.95Gram,900/1000
1)1975 $500.00 Balboa Gold Coin Republic of Panama/Sealed Cachet/First Day Proof Oct.23rd/41.7 Grams,900/1000,W/Full Proof Finish,(Front of Coin)Kneeling.Sword/Flag in Hand(Back)Coat of Arms. Sealed Cachet/Black Seal Certification on/in Back of Cachet.Mint Con't.
How can you tell the Matte Finish from others.
Thanks Again,for now,you are the Best...No Joke!

Man said...

(1)Ea.First day issue,Postmarked Feb.17 "Struck Feb.28th Royal Visit Cachet,1975 Bermuda $100.00 Gold(Proof Finish)Coin 900/1000 7.03 Grams W/Stamp.20 in Mint Con't.
About $320.00

(1)Ea.Uncirculated 1975 Bermuda in sealed pack.Mint Con't.
About $300.00

1)1975 Belize $100.00 Gold Coin/Sealed Cachet/Certified,First Day Mint for Proofs Aug.25th/6.21 Gram/500/1000 Mint Con't.
About $150.00

1)1975 Belize $100.00 Gold Coin/Uncircu./Sealed
About $160.00

1)1976 Netherlands Antilles $200.00 Sealed Cachet/First Day mint Proof/7.95Gram,900/1000
About $335.00

1)1975 $500.00 Balboa Gold Coin Republic of Panama/Sealed Cachet/First Day Proof Oct.23rd/41.7 Grams,900/1000,W/Full Proof Finish,(Front of Coin)Kneeling.Sword/Flag in Hand(Back)Coat of Arms. Sealed Cachet/Black Seal Certification on/in Back of Cachet.Mint Con't.
About $1,800.00


How can you tell the Matte Finish from others...
(M) MATTE - Normal circulation strike or a dull finish produced
by sandblasting special uncirculated (polish finish) or proof quality dies.
(U) SPECIAL UNCIRCULATED - Polished or proof-like in appearance without any frosted features.
(P) PROOF - The highest quality obtainable having mirrorlike fields and frosted features.

This is from the book description but it is pretty much all coins produced by the Franklin Mint.

Anonymous said...

I have set of 5 Bahamas coins, in plastic marked "Uncirc." 1981 0.25, 1981 0.05, 1959 0.15, 1984 0.01 and 1980 0.10. Wondering what they might be worth. Thanks

Man said...

5 Bahamas coins, in plastic marked "Uncirc."
1981 0.25 about $0.50
1981 0.05 about $0.25
1959 0.15???? check the date
1984 0.01 about $0.25
1980 0.10 about $0.50

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