Rare Coin Collection Appraisal

Rare Coins of the 20th Century: Penny and Nickel Collection with Certificate of Authenticity

This item is a 'Rare Coins of the 20th Century Series: Penny and Nickel Collection' presented in a clear, rectangular acrylic display case with a dark reddish-brown background. The collection features six distinct United States coins, each housed in a circular cut-out within the display's internal card. These coins include an 'Indian Penny' (likely Indian Head Cent), a 'Wheat Cent', a '1943 Steel Cent', a 'Liberty Nickel', a 'Buffalo Nickel', and a 'Silver Wartime Nickel'. The presentation is clean and professional, with distinct labels beneath each coin identifying it. The acrylic case appears to be in excellent condition, showing no visible cracks or significant scratches, suggesting it has been well-preserved or is relatively new. The coins themselves exhibit varying degrees of patina and wear, consistent with circulated coinage, though specific details of their condition (e.g., grading) are not discernible from the image. The collection is accompanied by a 'Certificate of Authenticity' from the 'American Historic Society', validating the genuineness of the United States Mint coinage. The certificate, a cream-colored paper with a decorative border, indicates the coins were hand-selected and inspected for quality. This type of collection is typically geared towards novice collectors or as a commemorative display, providing a historical overview of significant 20th-century US coin types. The overall craftsmanship of the display is good, designed for presentation and protection of the coins.