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
Among the many numismatic treasures that have fetched enormous sums at auctions, some are so rare that they capture the imagination of both collectors and investors. Among the few available treasures, there is the 1913 Liberty Head Nickel. Its rarity was a factor for this treasure, but more interesting is the stories of its existence. … Read more
Imagine finding a penny in your pocket and that penny can buy a mansion. Isn’t it incredible? The legendary Lincoln Wheat Penny, or rather a rare version of one, purportedly worth an astonishing $30 million, might still be in circulation! So, do not just throw that old penny away; let us explore why such a … Read more
Silver dollars are one of the most collectible and Rarest liquid coins in the coin market today. They also rank among the most valuable coins in the world. A silver dollar recently broke the record as the world’s most expensive coin sold at auction, while others sell for millions of dollars. This is not a … Read more
Wheat Penny Worth More Than $125K! – Imagine rummaging around for pocket change and finding a penny worth $125,000! Sounds like something out of a story, right? But true, rare Lincoln Wheat Pennies are still out there, and if you’re lucky, one may roll your way. Most people would not have an inkling that some … Read more
Now imagine looking into your pocket for change, only to discover that one single penny can actually turn you into a billionaire. Sounds like a movie, right? But rumors and wild speculation lead one to believe that there might exist out there a Lincoln Wheat Penny worth an astounding $1.1 billion! While this has not … Read more
Coin collecting is an interesting hobby that can transform a common discovery into a substantial monetary gain. Some of the most sought-after coins are error coins that have become extremely valuable because of minting mistakes, historical importance, and their rarity in circulation. The Bicentennial Quarter is one such coin that has been worth almost $201,000. … Read more
The Kennedy Half Dollar, since the introduction into circulation in 1964 to commemorate President John F. Kennedy, has become a popular collector’s piece. Many of these coins, however are not very rare, but a few rare editions especially those containing silver can be sold for more than $50,000. Here are nine of those silver Kennedy … Read more