There are many anecdotes of surprising and extraordinary discovery in the world of coin collecting. Some quarters in particular have become legendary owing to their extreme rarity and exorbitant worth.
An excellent illustration of this is the bicentennial quarter, a currency that commemorates a pivotal point in the United States' history. Rare varieties of quarters have sold for millions of dollars at auction, despite the fact that the average value is just 25 cents.
A rare bicentennial quarter is worth about $50 million, along with four others that are each worth over $20 million. This listicle explores the intriguing world of these quarters and highlights the most expensive ones.
The bicentennial quarter, a coin struck between 1975 and 1976 to mark two centuries of American freedom, is first on our list. A one-of-a-kind minting mistake is what gives one bicentennial quarter its exceptional value. Its flawless condition and this mistake caused its value to soar to around $50 million.
On the back of the coin, created by Jack L. Ahr, you can see a little drummer kid. This quarter is highly prized by collectors and historians for both its monetary value and its cultural and historical importance.
An exceptionally rare and valuable coin, the 1932 Washington quarter is worth more than $20 million. After years of using the standing Liberty design, this quarter finally included George Washington's visage.
Standing Liberty, which debuted in 1916, is another quarter that has topped $20 million. The low mintage of this coin and its stunning design have brought it widespread fame.
The quarter depicts Lady Liberty with a transient design—a flowing garment. Because of its rarity, historical importance, and pristine condition, this quarter is highly prized by numismatists.
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