World Coins Appraisal

Assorted Collection of World Coins

This item is a collection of approximately 14 assorted world coins, ranging in various sizes, metals, and denominations. The coins are laid out on what appears to be a glass or clear plastic surface, possibly a tabletop, over a tiled floor. The collection includes coins from Canada (such as a 'ONE CENT CANADA 1914' coin which shows significant wear and a rich brown patina, and a coin with a caribou/reindeer head), Great Britain (a large bronze-toned coin featuring Britannia, possibly a penny or halfpenny, likely from the early to mid-20th century given its style), and possibly Swiss or other European countries (indicated by a '1 Fr. 1930' coin). Physical characteristics vary. Some coins are silver-toned and appear to be made of silver or a nickel alloy, while others are copper or bronze. The shapes are predominantly round, though one coin, possibly a scalloped-edge Hong Kong coin, stands out with a distinct lobed perimeter. Visible condition issues include significant wear on many of the coins, ranging from surface abrasions and loss of detail (especially on the raised elements) to tarnish and patination appropriate for their age. The 1914 Canadian cent, for example, is well-circulated. The quality of craftsmanship appears standard for circulated coinage of their respective eras, with varying degrees of artistic detail and relief. The group offers a glimpse into early to mid-20th-century numismatics from different nations, showing common currency designs and typical signs of long-term use.