When "Stick Figures" and "Women on Bulls" Ruin the Joy of Collecting

By Sebastian Wieschowski

“Is this coin from my change worth something?” This is a question coin dealers in Germany and other euro countries hear daily—sometimes even hourly. The coin trade across Europe has been inundated with inquiries about supposed minting errors and rarities, fueled by sensationalist reports like “2 Euro Coin Could Be Worth Up to 150,000 Euros” and similar offers on online platforms. But in most cases, the dealers' response is: No, the coin has no special collector's value. Even when individual coins have been listed online for staggering amounts, actual sales never occur. The frustration is immense on both sides—often, the disappointment is directed at the bearer of bad news, the reputable dealer, who is only trying to provide knowledgeable and fair advice. The German Coin Dealers' Association Takes Action The…

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World Coin News (Digital) - 1 Issue, October 2024

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