What' the value of a 1863 silver dollar in pretty good shape? if it has a small date scratched in it?

Answer 1

The 1863 silver dollar is valued at about $260 in grade good. With a date scratched on it the coin is considered damaged and even if in a better grade would not be worth much more and even less due to how much damage is done. I wish you had included the date scratched on it. This is a Civil War era item and it was not uncommon for a lover to add initials or a date wed or birth date. Having a historic value even though it is so-called damage makes the coin more salable. The value i gave you is what a dealer would pay in that grade of good and in grade very good $350 with no damage. Someone else gave you the info on the mintage etc.

Answer 2

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What' the value of a 1863 silver dollar in pretty good shape? if it has a small date scratched in it?

Answer 3

1 - Take your coin to a local coin dealer (trustworthy ones can be found - shop around). It never hurts to get a second opinion. They will be able to tell you so much more by evaluation the condition of the coins. They will also know the amount minted and what it is going for in today's market.

2 - Try posting pictures on this website (there are many experts here that can help you evaluate it - there also may be people willing to buy if you are trying to sell):
http://www.coincommunity.com/forum/default.asp

3 - Repost this question and include pictures. You can use websites like http://www.photobucket.com and include the link in your question.

Good luck!

P.S. You should not clean your coins. Most coin collectors see cleaning a coin as the equivalent of stripping down antique furniture and refinishing it.

When cleaning, the surface metal of the coin is often stripped. Anything used to scrub the coin will leave scratches (even 100% pure silk will leave hairline scratches). Most cleaning products will have some type of reaction with the coin's metal and the surface metal can also be removed in this manner.

Your best bet is to leave the coins alone. Cleaning the coin will leave traces - which can be found by the knowledgeable collector - who in turn will not buy the cleaned coin. Also if you ever wanted to send your coin into a grading company, they can recognize signs of cleaning and will send your coin back in a "cleaned" slab (also called a "body bag" in the coin world) - which is usually a greatly decreased value.

If you absolutely must must must clean your coins do not use the method described above as it will react with the metal in your coin. Use 100% acetone (do not use fingernail polish remover!). It must be 100% pure because other additives will react with the coin metal. Place your coin(s) in the solution for several minutes (do not leave in for long periods of time). Rinse your coin(s) in distilled water. Next remove your coins and either pat dry with a soft cloth or allow the coin to air dry (air drying is better as you don't risk scratching the coin with the cloth). NEVER scrub your coins!

I would still advise you to leave your coins as they are. They may not be bright and shiny but that is what most collectors prefer.

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If they're not collectible because of their date, mint mark, or condition, you can sell them for scrap silver value. I believe silver is about $15 per ounce, so you might be able to get about $15 dollars each, if you're lucky. But if they're rare coins, or in top condition, you might make more on eBay, or elsewhere. Good luck!

Answer 6

here's some information on an1863 siver dollar.
i think it only have real value if it's proofed and in mint condition.

1863 SILVER DOLLAR
PCGS Nos: 6953, 7006, 87006, 97006

Mintage:
Circulation strikes: 27,200
Proofs: 460

Designer: Christian Gobrecht

Diameter: 38.1 millimeters

Metal Content:
Silver - 90%
Copper - 10%

Weight: 26.73 grams

Edge: Reeded

Mintmark: None (for Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) below the eagle on the reverse