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The Hidden Treasures of the Netherlands: A Complete Guide to Rare Nickel Coins" #rarecoins #collectables #nickelcoins

By Lesme Gutierrez Cartabon Jr.
                                                      Introduction Coins made of nickel or containing nickel (copper-nickel, nickel-plated, etc.) have a special appeal among collectors, because they often represent transitional phases in minting technology, responses to economic pressures (like the rising cost of silver), or aesthetic and metallurgical experimentation. In the Netherlands, while many older coins were silver or copper based, the mid-20th century onward saw increasing use of nickel (or nickel alloys) for durability, cost, and modernization. Rarity in these coins may arise from low mintage, withdrawal before general circulation, errors, proof issues, or wartime constraints. This article explores the Dutch context: what coins qualify, which are rare, and what makes them valuable to collectors, along with broader historical context. 2. His...
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The 1700s Netherlands Pirate Silver Coin: History, Value, and Collecting Tips #coins #silvercoins #antiquecoins

By Lesme Gutierrez Cartabon Jr.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              ...
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The $20 Double Eagle: history, design, value, and the $34,000 Pawn Stars purchase #goldcoin #collectables

By Lesme Gutierrez Cartabon Jr.
  The U.S. gold $20 "Double Eagle" is one of the most iconic American coins — minted from 1849 through 1933 in various designs and with many rare variations. Prices today range from bullion-equivalent levels for common, heavily worn examples to multi-million-dollar sums for the rarest, highest-grade specimens (e.g., the famed 1933 Double Eagle and certain Paquet/1861 variants). Recent dealer price guides and auction records show a wide price spectrum, driven by date/mint, variety, grade, provenance, rarity, and market conditions. A widely seen Pawn Stars clip shows the Gold & Silver Pawn Shop (familiar to fans of the show) buying an 1861/1861-era Double Eagle for about $34,000 — a realistic outcome when an uncommon date and high grade meet demand. (Sources used: Pawn Stars clip and market/auction databases, PCGS, Heritage, APMEX, AP News.) AP News +4 YouTube +4 pcgs.com +4 1 — Introduction: why the Double Eagle matters The $20 Double Eagle occupies a special place in U...
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Rare Saudi Arabian Copper Coins: History, Identification, and a Collector's Guide #coins #coppercoins #collectablescoins #rarecoins

By Lesme Gutierrez Cartabon Jr.
                                                 Introduction Copper coins from the Arabian Peninsula — especially those associated with the Hejaz, Nejd, and the early Kingdom of Saudi Arabia — are among the most evocative and collectible pieces in Middle Eastern numismatics. They tell stories of changing rulers, shifting borders, and the interaction between local traditions and international monetary systems. This article is a comprehensive guide to rare Saudi Arabian copper coins: their historical context, principal types and dates, how to identify and grade them, typical market values and notable auction records, tips for detecting counterfeits, and practical collecting advice. Whether you are a beginner starting your first collection or an experienced numismatist, this long-form guide (≈5,000 words) will give you the tools to understand — and confidently evalu...
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Saudi Arabia’s Rare Gold Coins: History, Value, and Collectors’ Secrets #collectables #goldcoins #rarecoins

By Lesme Gutierrez Cartabon Jr.
  Introduction Saudi Arabia, a land synonymous with immense wealth and a deep cultural heritage, holds more than just vast oil reserves beneath its desert sands. Hidden within its history are treasures of another kind— rare gold coins that reflect the Kingdom’s rise, faith, and identity. These coins are not merely instruments of trade but enduring symbols of Saudi Arabia’s legacy, representing its evolution from a collection of tribal regions into one of the world’s most powerful nations. For centuries, the Arabian Peninsula has been at the center of trade between Asia, Africa, and Europe. Gold from Africa and the Middle East passed through its ancient routes, shaping the financial systems of early civilizations. When the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia was officially established in 1932 under King Abdulaziz Al Saud, the nation began to mint its own coins, marking a new era of economic independence. Today, Saudi Arabian rare gold coins are among the most sought-after treasures in the ...
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