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    When did half dollars stop circulating?

    In addition to the 40% silver content of 1965-1970 Kennedy's, the use of vending machines grew tremendously in the 1950s and 1960s. But vending...
    Post by: benveniste, Mar 19, 2026 at 12:33 AM in forum: US Coins Forum
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    Coin photography question:

    It depends on why I'm photographing the coin. If it's to document it for insurance purposes or to post here, I typically just shoot through the...
    Post by: benveniste, Mar 19, 2026 at 12:23 AM in forum: Coin Chat
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    The smallest coin minted in the USA?

    I have an 1855/4 Octagonal California Gold 25 cent piece. It was clearly minted in the US and is about 10mm in size. (Heritage photo) [ATTACH]
    Post by: benveniste, Feb 4, 2026 in forum: US Coins Forum
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    Follow the lead picture post.

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    Post by: benveniste, Jan 6, 2026 in forum: US Coins Forum
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    Coin insurance with Hugh Wood Inc.

    I sent them a copy of the police report, pictures of the lost items, and my estimates of fair market value. I then had to send them a correction...
    Post by: benveniste, Dec 24, 2025 in forum: Coin Chat
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    Follow the lead picture post.

    Works for gold, 1901, or 1900. [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
    Post by: benveniste, Dec 19, 2025 in forum: US Coins Forum
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    Follow the lead picture post.

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    Post by: benveniste, Dec 18, 2025 in forum: US Coins Forum