Welcome to the CFCC's Coin Glossary Page. It has been compiled for the beginning collector to find more information on a coin that they may have. The price guide linked here is maintained by the Professional Coin Grading Service and lists fair market value for your authentic and accurately graded coin. It is recommended that beginning collectors learn how to properly grade and detect counterfeits before they seriously pursue the hobby for their own protection against fraud and dishonesty.

This link to CoinFacts.com is also helpful for those wishing to research their collection.

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• Half Cents   1793 - 1857
• One Cent   1793 - Present
• Two Cents   1864 - 1873
• Three Cents   1851 - 1889
• Five Cents   1794 - Present
• Dimes   1796 - Present
• Twenty Cents   1875- 1878
• Quarters   1796 - Present
• 50 Cents  1794 - Present
• One Dollar  1794 - Present (Gold 1849-1889)
• 2.5 Dollars  1796 - 1929
• 5 Dollars  1795- 1929
• 10 Dollars 1795-1933
• 20 Dollars 1849-1933