Melt Value of Coins

ToddB64

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Jan 7, 2007
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Georgetown, Ohio, USA
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Teknetics Gamma 6000,
Tesoro Bandido II µMax and
Compadre, White's Classic II,
Garrett Ace 250
Primary Interest:
Metal Detecting
Dear Friends,

Pre '82 Copper Pennies }........Since 2006, melting down for profit has has been outlawed, with a fine and imprisonment as the penalty.

Nickels }........Same as above. Melting Outlawed !

Silver coins } Anyone know if there is a law against melting these coins for profit ? Can you give me a hyperlinked address where I can read the latest ruling on this ?

Thanks for your help ! :wink:

Todd
 

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