Hi there, I'm pretty new to the coin collecting scene. I came into poccesion of $8 in rolled Indian Nickels the other day. I went through them and there all in pretty poor condition, only 10 or so have visible dates. What could I sell the regular ones per nickel vs the dated? Assuming ciruculated/very circulated Side question... Any value in 1776-1976 Halves? I was told that year had silver content or had value but others have told me not. Thanks for your help.
Welcome to CT. It's tough to put a value on these. The price will be different based on where you try to sell them. You might look on EBAY to get an idea of what folks pay for these. They don't bring much.
Welcome to CoinTalk! Common date Buffalo nickels can be bought for $0.35 to $0.50 each in most LCS in quantities of 50 or more at a time with full dates. Coins without full dates or no dates can be bought for $0.15 to $0.20 each in quantities of 50 or more. Key and semi-key dates are a different story. They are worth more than the common dates. As for the halves, there were 40% silver coins minted, but the vast majority were minted in copper clad. The silver coins are worth melt, unless in high grades and condition.
Be sure to check for 1918's (if any)...the 1918/7 is a jackpot in almost any condition! Welcome to CT Clout.
Talking to the proprietor of the local pawn shop about dateless buffalo nickels. He says he sells a lot of them to people with old slot machines. That way they "payoff" in period appropriate coins. Never thought of that...
