The 50th anniversary of the United States Bicentennial, the commemorative quarters struck in 1975 and 1976 have caught renewed attention among numismatists and collectors alike. Though the majority of Bicentennial quarters found in circulation are worth their face value of 25 cents, some rare issues can fetch shocking prices in the collector’s marketplace. This in-depth … Read more
5 Uncommon Dimes: Within the intriguing world of numismatics, where tiny metal disks can be worth astronomical sums, there exists a special class of coins that serve as a testament to the enormous potential within seemingly plain money. These uncommon dimes and Bicentennial Quarters are more than simple money tokens—they are pieces of history, works … Read more
Coin collecting isn’t just a fun time, Bicentennial Quarter it is more like getting into contact with history and hunting treasure. Every now and then, one would see the most common quarter pull a shocker, say, to the tune of 51 million dollars at an auction, within the confines of everyone’s material pursuits. Right, explain: … Read more
The heaviness of the ancient coffee can came as a surprise when I took it off my grandfather’s disorganized garage shelf. Within, tarnished copper and silver discs reflected the sunbeams shining through the dusty window. “Just some spare coins I’ve been holding on to,” he shrugged, but something about an odd-toned wheat penny struck my … Read more
