Hard cents, as a witness to the history of our national currency, not only carry the memory of the times, but also have a certain collection value. However, you know what? Not all hard cents are worth a fortune, and their value is largely determined by their condition – that is, the appearance of the coin.
Imagine a coin that has gone through the years, with a clear design, clearly visible text, and almost no wear overall, such a coin is undoubtedly very popular in the world of collecting. Conversely, coins that are badly worn out by daily circulation, while also historically significant, have a relatively low value in the collector's market.
For example, you may be able to find some hard cents at home, which may have been with your family for many years, but are more or less worn out on the surface because of their circulation. Such a coin, although it has sentimental value, may only be worth a few tens of dollars a pound in the collector's market.
But don't forget, there are also "potential stocks" in hard cents. For example, hard cents issued before 1979 can be sold for a few cents even if they are in average condition, which is much higher than the face value. And those new or high-quality coins, ** are even more amazing. For example, if the score of the 1961 one-cent coin is as high as 69 points, its collection ** can reach an astonishing 6400 yuan!
You may be wondering, why is there such a big difference between the same hard cents? The answer lies in scarcity and quality. Like the 1961 penny coin, although it is not difficult to find it, it is very difficult to find such a high rating. This scarcity, combined with its excellent condition, has skyrocketed its collectible value.
So, if you also have hard cents at home, you might as well double-check their condition. Maybe you have a treasure of the future hidden in your hands!