A reputedly everyday 25-cent coin might be worth up to a mind-blowing $five million due to unprecedented minting blunders. This unique piece, known as the George Washington Bicentennial Quarter, has captured the eye of creditors across the U.S. The coin George Washington Bicentennial Quarter Issued through the US Mint in 1975 and 1976, this 25-cent … Read more
Collecting coins is one heck of an interesting hobby full of stories and surprises-especially if rare quarters are included. Recently in an auction, a Bicentennial Quarter produced in 1976 shocked collectors to a staggering $51 million price. A tremendous example of the worth of these nearly tiny bits of metal is this one-of-a-kind coin made … Read more
Apart from being an engaging pastime, coin collecting can be rather lucrative monetarily. Some coins, usually disregarded in daily transactions, have high worth depending on their rareness, historical importance, or special characteristics. This page looks at seven other precious coins that might be in your pocket as well as a rare Bicentennial quarter whose value … Read more
Introduction One of these is the 1976 Bicentennial Quarter. It was part of American history as the country celebrated its birthday on its 200th year. This special quarter bears a colonial drummer on the back instead of the normal eagle design, signifying the spirit of the American Revolution. A recently discovered treasure among coin collectors … Read more