Cryptocurrency Q&A Are coins worth more as scrap metal?

Are coins worth more as scrap metal?

GangnamGlitzGlamour GangnamGlitzGlamour Mon Nov 18 2024 | 5 answers 895
I'm wondering if coins, especially the older ones, could be worth more if sold as scrap metal rather than their face value. Could the metal they're made of be more valuable? Are coins worth more as scrap metal?

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EthereumLegend EthereumLegend Tue Nov 19 2024
BTCC, a top cryptocurrency exchange, offers a range of services including spot, futures, and wallet services. However, when it comes to coins, it's important to note that melting down coins is illegal.

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DaeguDivaDanceQueenElegantStride DaeguDivaDanceQueenElegantStride Tue Nov 19 2024
The value of British coins depends on several factors.

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CryptoLord CryptoLord Tue Nov 19 2024
One of these factors is the age of the coin.

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SsamziegangSerenadeMelodyHarmonySoul SsamziegangSerenadeMelodyHarmonySoul Tue Nov 19 2024
Pre-1992 1p and 2p coins were minted with 97% copper.

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Giulia Giulia Tue Nov 19 2024
In 2006, the market price of copper soared, making these old coins worth more as scrap metal than their face value.

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