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Guides for Sellers & Collectors

Plain-language guides on spot price, junk silver, inherited collections, and getting a fair number for what you're selling.

July 2026

Coins to Look For: Rare Dates, Silver Coins & What's Actually Worth Checking

Which pennies are worth more than face value, why any dime, quarter, or half dollar from 1964 or earlier is silver, and other older coins worth a second look.

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July 2026

Why Sell Your Gold Jewelry to Michigan Coin & Bullion?

We pay more than the competition for gold jewelry, 10K through 24K, with live pricing you can check before you walk in and no appointment necessary.

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July 2026

What Is Spot Price, and Why Isn't It What You're Paid?

Spot price is the number you see everywhere, but it's rarely the number you're handed at the counter. Here's the real relationship between spot and your payout.

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July 2026

How to Get the Most for a Coin Collection You Inherited

Inheriting a collection is equal parts exciting and overwhelming. A simple process for sorting, protecting, and valuing what you've been left.

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July 2026

What Is "Junk Silver"? A Quick Guide to 90% Silver Coins

Despite the name, there's nothing junky about it. Here's what pre-1965 silver coins are worth and why dealers price them by face value.

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