Coin collecting is one of the most interesting hobbies, as it entwines with history, art, and unexpected treasures. Most quarters are worth only face value, but some rare coins command exorbitant prices at auctions. Minting errors, limited mintage, and unique materials are a few of those characteristics that could make a coin highly collectible. Here, … Read more
You may have hidden treasure in your spare change. With most of the people keeping in their mind that rare coins are usually locked up in museums or private collections, many coins lie hidden with value in circulation today, infiltrating into every transaction between people. These include those rare Bicentennial Quarters, each of which could … Read more
The $5 Million Coins Commemorating the Bicentennial: To honor America’s 200th birthday in 1976, a wonderful series of coins was issued to commemorate the Bicentennial of American independence. Amongst that coins—for its unique design and historical significance—the Bicentennial quarter certainly stands out. Though millions of these quarters were minted, there are some rarer versions that … Read more
Did you know there are some extremely valuable Bicentennial Quarters made in 1976? While there are mostly normal special quarters available, several extremely rare error ones and special-issue strikes have catapulted to unbelievable value, an astonishing total value of $104 million! Have you got an accumulation of antique quarters at home? Now it’s time to … Read more
The realm of numismatics is where some of the most amazing tales of rare coins come together to inspire collectors and investors. Five rare dimes and one Bicentennial Quarter have achieved legendary status and, in total, are worth 500 million dollars. This piece discusses the history, importance, and price of these rare coins and why … Read more