As the new year approaches, many are gearing up for holiday festivities. If you happen to be rummaging through your family attic as part of your preparations, keep an eye out for boxes that may contain hidden treasures like precious coin collections. Discovering valuable coins could add an extra layer of joy to your New Year celebrations.
Some coins are expected to hold significant value for coin and currency collectors in 2025. To shed light on the coins that are poised to attract collectors’ interest next year, GOBankingRates consulted with Dr. Mike Fuljenz, president of Universal Coin and Bullion, and referenced insights from CoinWeek.
Select Silver Eagles
Dr. Mike Fuljenz is optimistic about the potential value of American Silver Eagles, particularly those minted between 1986 and 2024. These one-ounce coins, crafted from 99.9% fine silver, have seen a steady increase in value, with silver prices rising over 30% this year alone. The American Silver Eagle stands out as the most widely sought-after silver coin globally.
At the current silver spot price of $32.00, a gem uncirculated American Silver Eagle coin could be purchased for $36-$37 from a reputable dealer.
Certain American Eagle Gold Coins
In addition to silver coins, Dr. Fuljenz highlights the potential of American Eagle gold coins as lucrative assets moving into the new year. He specifically recommends focusing on uncirculated American Eagle $5 gold coins containing 1/10 of an ounce of fine gold. Given the 30% increase in gold prices in 2024 and an 800% surge since 2000, these gold coins are expected to appreciate further.
With gold prices traditionally rising during presidential election years and amid global uncertainties, the $5 American Gold Eagle is currently priced between $295-$305 from reputable dealers, based on a spot gold price of $2,678.
San Francisco Mint Washington Quarters, 2012-Present
CoinWeek highlights the San Francisco Mint’s Washington Quarters minted from 2012 onwards as potential treasures for collectors. These coins, often produced for collectors rather than circulation, occasionally find their way into everyday circulation. If you come across one in good condition, it could fetch $3 to $5 each on platforms like eBay.
Don’t miss out on these valuable coins that could enhance your collections and potentially offer lucrative returns in the coming year.
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