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Originally Posted by fallenmuffin
Alot of factors come into play when you are talking about coins...
Rarity, Mint, Condition, and Demand.
I would suggest picking up a book and doing a little research then any coins you think may be worth something you should send off and have them appraised and graded. This service will cost you and the coins will be in the mail so take whatever cautions to keep them safe. Also I would stay clear of coin dealers because they will only offer 30-50% of the coins value where a collector (ebay and other places) will offer 90-120% of the coins value.
Remember, even the slightest scratch can decrease a coins value by thousands.
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Bag marks and discoloration raise the value, as it indicates the coin has never been cleaned. Cleaned coins wear away at the coin relief, and devalues a coin. Bright & Shiny isn't always best. The old, browning coins have a higher collectable value.