Among the United States quarters that came into being due to minting flaws, or due to scarcity and historical value, some have managed to become highly collectible. Of those, one of the rarest is a Bicentennial quarter that has recently been estimated at close to one million dollars. Let’s take a look at this fabulous … Read more
The 1976 Bicentennial quarters contain the colonial drummer design that celebrates 200 years of American independence. The millions of these quarters were minted; a few high-grade quarters and some rare minting errors made some of these coins priceless collectibles. Let’s take a look at five extraordinary Bicentennial quarters worth millions, making them treasures for the … Read more
Introduction You might have discovered treasures in your pocket at the moment. The world of rare coins is likely very intriguing for those willing to take a closer look at the coins in their pocket change. Three extraordinary coins stand out for their remarkable value and historical significance: the Mercury Dime, minted in 1916 at … Read more
Introduction All across America, there is a treasure hidden in pockets, piggy banks and piles of old coins waiting to be discovered. The world of collecting is exciting, especially when it comes to rare couple hundred years that can sell for $200,000 or more. Built in 1976 to celebrate America’s 200th birthday, these four spots … Read more
Introduction The Bicentennial Quarters are one of those rare coins within the vast playing field that numismatics has in store. The beauty and mystery they brought out when they first hit the market has not faded out. From the limited number of coins that belong to this class, this coin is one of the few … Read more
Because rare coins can maintain their unbelievable value for millions of years, both numismatists and chance-finders can agree on this matter. The reason a Bicentennial quarter has its value close to $80,000 is that of the unique characteristics that it possesses. This means its extreme value. This is one of the main reasons why the … Read more
Introduction A coin that people might not expect to be valuable can easily be in their hands and that includes the Roosevelt Dime from 1975. Doubling up on the above mentioned, out of all the dimes ever minted in that year, there is one specific type of the coin that has attracted the cent attention … Read more
Introduction Some really captivating stories abound in numismatics regarding the very expensive coins that exist, and one of the especially remarkable examples is the extremely rare Bicentennial quarter. Bicentennial quarters were minted in 1975 and 1976 as a commemoration of 200 years since the United States of America came into existence. To a large extent, … Read more
Introduction The 1976 Bicentennial Quarter is one of the most memorable coins in American coin history. The unique quarters feature a colonial drummer on the front side and the dates “1776-1976” on the reverse, for the commemoration of America’s 200th birthday. To coin collectors, such quarters are more than just ordinary coins-they could be hidden … Read more
Introduction You should keep it in your pocket now. The bicentennial of 1976 is an important part of American financial history, celebrating the nation’s 200th birthday. Unlike ordinary coins, these landmark buildings have a unique design that sets them apart. Two notable bicentennials have captured the imagination of collectors around the world, with one example … Read more