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jin.coy
Penny Pincher Member
Canada
128 Posts |
 Posted - 05/28/2009 : 14:01:06
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Last few batches of nickels gave me 6.5% return in .999 Nickel.
I see that my percentage is dropping fast, with all the money, time and effort that I put in finding these I wonder if is still worth it?
What percentage will make you stop searching?
10%, 5%, 3%, 1% return rate or never?
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psi
Penny Collector Member
Canada
399 Posts |
Posted - 07/18/2009 : 18:58:23
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I got 8.5% from the last box I did and I thought that was pretty disappointing compared to the 20% I used to get, although I did find a 1939 george vi and a 1940 jefferson which was nice. I'm focusing more of my attention on pennies and dimes these days. I get a good ratio of copper and old stuff with the pennies and I'm happy if I can find a silver dime per $100-250 sorted (<0.1%).
In answer to your question I think it depends a lot on the alternatives available and the metal value of the coin. I hand sort largely for entertainment and the nickels don't seem to really be worth it for me these days. |
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oober
1000+ Penny Miser Member
USA
1304 Posts |
Posted - 07/19/2009 : 19:09:27
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Being in US like I am... I find zilch... Weren't these worth around 4x face not too long ago?
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PreservingThePast
1000+ Penny Miser Member
USA
1572 Posts |
 Posted - 07/20/2009 : 19:32:07
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I'm also in the US and I very rarely ever find anything good.
But, the thoughts of there always being a possibility of finding something keeps me going. This is an inexpensive, enjoyable hobby for me.
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Cody8404
Penny Hoarding Member
USA
602 Posts |
Posted - 07/21/2009 : 16:16:37
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Sorting US cents still has some appeal. I have been skunked on halves enough times I don't even go there, but on rare occassions.
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