Stephenson’s to auction silver, gold and rare US coin collection, Oct. 23

One of two 1986 one-ounce gold proof American Eagles offered in the sale, each in a fitted box and accompanied by a COA. Estimate for each: $1,500-$2,000

SOUTHAMPTON, Pa. – Before offering someone a penny for their thoughts, it might be wise to examine the penny first. Even a humble one-center can be worth a fortune if it’s the right type, like the 1943-D Lincoln penny that sold for $1.7 million in 2018. Coin collecting is one of the world’s most popular hobbies and a favorite category with Stephenson’s Auction’s nationwide bidding audience. The next chance to go coin-hunting at Stephenson’s, whether for fun or investment, comes on Sunday afternoon, October 23rd, at the company’s sale of an estate collection from Bucks County (suburban Philadelphia).

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Gold Double Eagles add heft to Stephenson’s Oct. 29 Gold & Silver Coin Auction

1893 Liberty Head Double Eagle gold coin. Estimate $2,200-$2,600

SOUTHAMPTON, Pa. – Numismatics, the study and collecting of coins, is a hobby with noble origins almost as old as the money itself. What sets coins apart from many other types of collectibles is that they have intrinsic value based on the precious metals they contain. Through good economic times and bad, gold and silver coins have been touted as a solid alternative investment to the sometimes-volatile stock market. Gold and silver coins may also be the ultimate holiday stocking stuffers, both for adults and children – no one ever returns a precious coin.

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