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Scott A. Travers, the coin market's Number One insider, gives you the secret tools necessary to navigate the world of coins, banknotes, and precious metals, such as gold and silver. Whether you have coins in a safety deposit box, a vintage dollar bill under the mattress or a hidden stash of gold bars, Money Connoisseur will teach you tricks of the trade.

Cleaning Your Coins Can Wipe Away Your Profits
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Cleaning Your Coins Can Wipe Away Your Profits

Scott A. Travers | April 9, 2018

In most cases, cleaning collectible coins does not make them more valuable—it actually makes them worth less.

How You Can Get $300,000 for an Old Penny
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How You Can Get $300,000 for an Old Penny

Scott A. Travers | March 12, 2018

The US Mint made a little mistake in 1943—creating pennies that today are worth big money.

How to Convert Your Loose Change into a Silver Treasure Chest
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How to Convert Your Loose Change into a Silver Treasure Chest

Scott A. Travers | January 25, 2018

U.S. dimes, quarters, half dollars and dollar coins from certain mint dates are worth much more than face value.

What Is My Coin Worth? (It Could Be a Lot!)
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What Is My Coin Worth? (It Could Be a Lot!)

Scott A. Travers | January 25, 2018

Just because a coin is old doesn’t mean it's valuable, while some newer coins sell at high prices. Here, three key factors that determine a coin’s value.

Before Buying a Gold Coin…What You Need to Know
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Before Buying a Gold Coin…What You Need to Know

Scott A. Travers | January 19, 2018

Buyer beware if you want to buy gold American Eagle coins. The two questions you need answered when buying gold coins…