Numismatics: The World of Rare and Precious CoinsThe study and collection of coins (Numismatics) has been a center of fascination for collectors and history buffs for centuries. Usually coins are worth only their face value, but some rare coins can sell for millions and crores due to their unique features, historical significance and rarity. Recently, … Read more
Do you believe that a plain looking penny that you carry with you can be worth $140,000 (approximately Rs 1.16 crore)? The 1943 Copper Lincoln Wheat Penny is an extremely rare coin that has shocked coin collectors worldwide. This coin is in the news every now and then for being rare, having historical significance and being highly valuable. In this article, we will come to know why this coin is worth so much, how to recognize it and what has been its highest auction so far. History of 1943 Copper Lincoln Wheat Penny In … Read more
In the realm of American numismatics, few coins capture the imagination quite like the Bicentennial Quarter. Released in 1976 to commemorate America’s 200th birthday, these distinct quarters featuring a colonial drummer on the reverse side have become the subject of countless treasure-hunting fantasies. Stories of extremely rare variations worth astronomical sums some claiming values up … Read more
If you have ever simply glanced over your loose change, you could be holding a secret fortune without even knowing it. Some scarce dimes and Bicentennial quarters are worth millions of dollars, making them some of the most valuable coins in circulation. These collectibles, often overlooked, have fetched up to $70 million in auctions and … Read more
3 Rare Dimes: Have you ever thought that a simple coin in your pocket could be worth lakhs or crores? Some rare US dimes have stunned collectors at auctions, as their value is estimated not in thousands, but in lakhs and crores. These coins may look common, but their historical significance and rarity make them … Read more
The Lincoln Wheat Penny Worth $100K: The plain Lincoln Wheat Penny is a cherished piece of American coin collecting history. While pennies are commonly regarded as almost worthless pocket change, some rare types of this beloved coin can fetch staggering sums some over $100,000. This dramatic shift from common currency to highly valued collectible is … Read more
The clink of loose change in my pocket hardly ever demands much notice these days. As with most, I usually see quarters as strictly utilitarian currency something to put into parking meters or washing machines. All that changed suddenly last month when I came across a dog-eared coin collecting guide at my grandfather’s home. Browsing … Read more
10 State Quarters: For numismatists, the excitement of finding a unique and valuable coin among your pocket change cannot be rivaled. As we make our way through 2025, the State Quarters program, which existed from 1999 to 2008, remains at the forefront of interest for both collectors and hobbyists alike. Most of the state quarters … Read more
Recently, rare coin finds in the unlikeliest of places have thrilled Dimes collectors and enthusiasts with stories of unimaginable proportions. Treasures worth a combined $35 million are part of the mysteries that rare coins represent. 1894-S Barber Dime, 1916-D Mercury Dime, and 1976 No-S Bicentennial Quarter. Barber The 1894-S Barber Dime is a dream of collectors. There … Read more
My grandfather’s coin collection was always intriguing to me as a kid. I recall sitting cross-legged on his living room rug while he slowly opened those blue Whitman folders, which held in them neat rows of pennies, nickels, dimes, and quarters. “Always check your change,” he’d say with a wink. “Never know what’s hiding in … Read more