Early US coins are truly amazing--large cents, 2-cent pieces, 3-cent pieces, etc. I have a few. It wouldn't take many large cents to put a hole in your pocket, that's for sure.   

Fascinating in their connection to history.

A few eons ago an older woman neighbor heard I was a coin collector. All she wanted was the Red Book value on each.

Jan and I have brought recent proof silver dollars to the UK as gifts for birthdays, etc.   Very well received.