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Picture this: You’re digging through a jar of forgotten quarters, hunting for that perfect parking meter coin. Suddenly, one catches your eye—shiny, special, and whispering secrets of untold riches. That’s the allure of the rare bicentennial quarter, a tiny treasure valued at a staggering $2.5 billion. In the world of rare coins, this isn’t just … Read more
Imagine digging through a dusty jar of old coins from your grandma’s attic and spotting that telltale wheat stalk on the back of a penny. Your heart races—could this be one of those rare wheat pennies worth a fortune? If you’re dipping your toes into rare coin collecting, you’re in the right place. This guide … Read more
Imagine digging through a dusty jar of old coins and pulling out a shiny wheat penny that could be worth hundreds—or even thousands. That’s the thrill of rare coin hunting! In the past decade, wheat penny values have quietly climbed, turning pocket change into potential goldmines for hobbyists. Whether you’re a newbie collector or a … Read more
In 1975–1976, the U.S. Mint released special quarters celebrating America’s 200th birthday. Instead of George Washington on the back, these coins feature a colonial drummer and a torch surrounded by 13 stars. Over 1.6 BILLION were made—so most are only worth 25 cents… but a few rare errors are absolute gold. The Fascinating History Behind … Read more
In 1976, the U.S. Mint celebrated America’s 200th birthday by putting a cool colonial drummer on the back of quarters. Over 1.6 BILLION were made – so almost everyone has seen one. But a tiny handful have printing mistakes that make them insanely valuable. The Crazy History Behind the 1976 Quarter The Mint rushed production … Read more
Low mintage, historical significance, condition (grade), and unique errors turn ordinary change into treasure. In 2025, perfect-grade examples of certain U.S. coins now cross the $10-million mark regularly. A Quick History of Million-Dollar Coins The first coin to break $1 million was a 1913 Liberty Head Nickel in 1996. Since then, auction records keep shattering … Read more
It’s the legendary 1943 bronze Lincoln cent – a penny that should never have existed. In 1943, the U.S. Mint switched to steel pennies to save copper for the war… but a handful were accidentally struck on bronze planchets left over from 1942. Only about 15-20 are known today. The Crazy WWII Mistake That Created … Read more
Imagine pulling a dusty 1955 doubled-die cent from your grandpa’s jar and discovering it’s worth $2,000+. That actually happens – and it’s been happening more often in the last 12 years as wheat penny values have absolutely exploded. Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned coin roll hunter, this guide reveals exactly how much … Read more
The 1999-P Susan B. Anthony (SBA) dollar is a small, copper-nickel clad $1 coin with women’s rights leader Susan B. Anthony on the obverse and an eagle landing on the moon on the reverse. Minted in Philadelphia (“P” mint mark), it was the very last year of the series. A Quick History of the Susan … Read more
In October 2024, a single 1964 Kennedy half dollar smashed records when it sold for $5.9 million at auction. Yes – a coin you can legally spend for 50 cents just became the most expensive U.S. half dollar ever. The Heartbreaking History Behind the Coin After President John F. Kennedy’s assassination in November 1963, the … Read more