Every piece of change, no matter how little, may be a treasure trove for coin collectors. The ill-gotten Bicentennial quarters, struck in 1976 to mark the 200th anniversary of American freedom, are the focus of one such treasure hunt.
Although the majority of these quarters are common, collectors may get insanely high prices for unusual types. Come along on the adventure as we investigate the $440,000 search for unique Bicentennial quarters in your spare change.
To commemorate the United States' bicentennial, the United States Mint released the Bicentennial quarters in 1976.
On the back of these quarters is a unique artwork that represents the first thirteen colonies; it shows a colonial drummer with a torch surrounded by thirteen stars. Despite the minting of billions of these quarters, collectors are eager to get their hands on the unusual types.
There are millions of Bicentennial quarters in circulation, but few variants are sought for by collectors who want to pay top dollar. An example of this is the "No S" proof quarter, which does not include the mint mark (S) that would normally indicate that it was struck at the San Francisco Mint.
The condition of a Bicentennial quarter, like that of any collectible coin, is a major factor in its value. "Mint state" or "uncirculated" coins, which have little any wear on them, are worth more than "circulated" coins.
An important component of a Bicentennial quarter's worth is its rarity. uncommon variations of Bicentennial quarters, such as the "No S" proof quarter, are very uncommon and hard to come by.
One of the things that draws coin collectors to rare Bicentennial quarters is the excitement of the search. Find that one coin that may be worth a small fortune? Collectors are continually searching, whether it's in their pocket change, at coin stores, or at coin fairs.
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