Both options offer exposure to the precious metal, but the premiums, liquidity and collecting value can differ.

Here's a look at four lesser-known coins that are worth thousands of dollars.

A manufacturing error on the 1999 Georgia state quarter has increased the coin’s value, and some collectors are paying as much as $10,000 for the affected 25-cent pieces.

When is 50 cents actually worth thousands? When we're talking about a rare Kennedy half dollar! Some sell for six figures. There are lots of factors that can affect Kennedy half dollar values, but the ...

The 1797 draped bust half dollar coin was the final draped bust design on the half dollar and only ran for two years, ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Evan's Studio via Shutterstock The first coin to feature a woman, the Susan B. Anthony dollar can also be quite valuable. It's ...

Discover 12 coins from the 1940s worth far more than face value. Learn how these hidden treasures could help you earn extra ...