Ever wonder if you have a fortune just waiting to be discovered in the change in your pocket? Maybe it’s time to begin watching those coins rattling around your wallet. In the world of numismatics, some small pieces of metal can be worth their weight in gold or even more. Today, we’re diving into the … Read more
$1.5 Million Roosevelt Dime and 5 Other Valuable Coins: Imagine finding a rare coin in your pocket change that could be worth a fortune. Some coins, due to their rarity, historical significance, or unique errors, have sold for staggering amounts at auctions. The most well-known one is a 1975 Roosevelt dime without an “S” mintmark, … Read more
The 1964 Kennedy Half Dollar: The Kennedy Half Dollar of 1964 has served not only as legal tender but as an emblem of a national mourning, a token of numismatic history, and a desirable collectible. This coin was minted after the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, and hence it sits most deservingly in a … Read more
10 Uncommon Dimes: In the complex world of numismatics, few finds excite the imagination as much as the interesting tale of unusual dimes worth a staggering $2.1 million each. What may seem like run-of-the-mill pocket change could well be a life-altering find, an intriguing crossroads of historical relevance, minting quirks, and collector demand. The path … Read more
In American history, one of the most famous coins is the Lincoln Wheat Penny. It is more than just a penny; there are some extremely rare and valuable copies that have sold for millions of dollars. This coin is genuine treasure in the coin-collecting air, with its rare design and the little speaking errors that … Read more
Bicentennial Quarters So you get home after work and empty your pockets for some spare change–only to find one quarter looking a little different. Hence, where there should have been an eagle, the colonial drummer boy appeared emblazoned on the reverse. The Bicentennial quarter, minted to celebrate America’s 200th birthday. But could that ordinary-looking coin … Read more
Finding rare coins that, for the most part, are hidden in plain view, is one of the most scintillating aspects of coin collecting in America. A coin is not just a piece of metal. Coins are historical artifacts, works of art, and, in certain special instances, truly priceless discoveries. Some of the coins that appear … Read more
There is no charge for the conversion of this $100 billion penny into money: Who hasn’t imagined himself without this penny in a pocket worth a few lakhs? The reality is that some pennies make it to auction and sell for hundreds of thousands, even millions of dollars. While it may sound like a very … Read more
In the realm of rare coins, the Lincoln Wheat Penny is a highly sought-after name. From 1909 to 1958, the coin was minted and now can be seen in numerous collections. But did we mention that the value of this seemingly unassuming coin reaches as high as 890 million dollars? Sounds like a tale of … Read more
That handful of coins jangling away in your pocket Rare may be concealing treasure worth hundreds, thousands, or even millions of dollars. While most modern coins are still worth only their face value, certain dimes and quarters — a few specific Bicentennial quarters in particular — have, over time, become real numismatic rarities that command … Read more