History and value are intricately interwoven in the intriguing universe of rare coins. A particularly uncommon variety of the Bicentennial Quarter, which was been assessed at over $40 million, stands out among these priceless artifacts.
Due to their historical importance, rarity, or condition, some coins may possess tremendous value, as seen by this stunning sum. Discover the Bicentennial Quarter and five other very rare quarters—all worth more than $15 million—in this comprehensive listicle.
Typically, the 1976 Bicentennial Quarter, which was produced to celebrate America's 200th anniversary, isn't worth much more than what it is printed on. On the other hand, a unique minting mistake and historical importance have led to a valuation of approximately $40 million for a rare variety of this quarter.
Instead of the usual copper-nickel clad planchet, this piece was struck on a 90% silver one. It is one of the few known instances of this defect and is in almost perfect shape, adding to its rarity.
The Flowing Hair Quarter from 1794 is an artifact of numismatic folklore, with a value of more than $15 million. Its historical importance is unmatched since it is one of the earliest quarters ever struck by the United States.
Lady Liberty, with her long locks flowing in one direction and an eagle in the other, is shown on the coin. The small mint run and the handful that have held up well for over 200 years contribute to its extreme rarity.
Additionally, the 1823/2 Overdate Quarter surpassed $15 million. The numismatic wonder that is this coin is the overdate mistake—a '3' imprinted over a '2'—that makes it unique. Since coin dies were handmade in the early days of the U.S.
For numismatists both serious and casual, the thrill of finding a rare coin with a million-dollar value is an irresistible attraction.
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