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To keep your coin collection in mint state condition and protect it from damage and theft, you must invest in coin collecting supplies and be security conscious. Whether you are a beginner or advanced collector, here's some advice to get you started.

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Learn How To Grade Washington Silver Quarters

Wednesday May 16, 2012

Recently I added coin values for silver Washington quarters (1932-1964) and clad Washington quarters (1965-1998). If you use any other price guides such as the Red Book or the Blue Book, you will have to know more about grading than just what a circulated coin looks like versus an uncirculated coin. My grading guide on how to grade silver Washington quarters will teach you how to grade these coins like an expert.

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Values for Washington Clad Quarters Added

Thursday May 10, 2012

Clad Washington quarters were produced from 1965 to 1998 when they were replaced with the 50 State Quarter Series. Although these quarters are still in circulation today, there are a few dates and varieties that you should be aware of. Scroll down to the "Key Dates, Rarities and Varieties" section to find out what may be of value in your pocket change.

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2012 U.S. Proof Sets On Sale Today

Monday May 7, 2012

The United States Mint will start taking orders for the 2012 Proof Set (clad) on May 7, 2012 at noon Eastern Time (ET). The 90% silver set will go on sale on June 4, 2012 at 12:00 Noon (ET). The Clad Proof Set will sell for $31.95 and the Silver Proof Set will start at $67.95 (subject to change depending upon the price of silver). Both sets include 14 coins: Lincoln cent, Jefferson nickel, Roosevelt dime, Kennedy half dollar, the Native American dollar, five America The Beautiful quarters and four Presidential dollars. The silver version of the 2012 proof set has the dime, half dollar, and five quarters made out of 90% silver. Shipping and handling starts at $4.95 per order.

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NEW! Silver Washington Quarter Values (1932-1964)

Sunday May 6, 2012

Washington quarters have been around since 1932 and were created to celebrate the anniversary of the birth of our first president. These quarters are popular with collectors and are a great choice for an intermediate collector to begin collecting. I have analyzed the coin market and put together a list of what you could receive if you decide to sell your silver Washington quarters. If you're not familiar with the Washington quarter series, will quickly see that there are a number of key dates, rarities and varieties that are worth significantly more than a common coin.

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