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
Introduction The U.S. Mint has produced countless coins over the years, but few have captured the public’s imagination quite like the Bicentennial Quarter. This special edition of the Washington Quarter, released in 1975 and 1976, commemorates the 200th anniversary of American independence. While most Bicentennial Quarters are worth their face value, rare versions have been … Read more
The lowly penny, usually thrown away in take-a-penny trays or stacked in jars, is usually the smallest denomination of US currency. But some uncommon pennies can be worth thousands or even millions of times their face value and hence are among the most valuable coins in numismatic circles. This piece takes a look at five … 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