Since the beginning of time, coins have been highly prized as collections, and among the most sought-after coins are the exceptional and precious quarters. Some of these little bits of cash may fetch extraordinary prices on the collector's market, indicating that they can have great value due to their size.
In this listicle, we'll examine unusual quarters, including the roughly $40,000 Bicentennial Quarter and five others valued over $120,000 apiece.
The 1976 Bicentennial Quarter marked the US's 200th anniversary. This quarter is valuable because to a minting mistake. Some quarters from this series were struck on silver planchets for proof coins, making them rare. The collector's market values a perfect Bicentennial Quarter with this mistake at about $40,000.
The 1916 Standing Liberty Quarter is a collectors' favorite. Famous sculptor Hermon A. MacNeil designed these apartments with exquisite intricacies and beautiful splendor. A bare-breasted Liberty figure makes the 1916 edition valuable. It may fetch over $120,000 in good condition.
The 1796 Draped Bust Quarter is a numismatic gem from the early US Mint. The restricted mintage of this quarter makes its beautiful Liberty with flowing drapery design unusual. These quarters are thought to number a few hundred presently. A well-maintained one might fetch around $120,000.
Washington Quarter series dates including 1932-D are important. This coin is distinguished by its Denver Mint mintmark (“D”). Due to their limited mintage of over 400,000, these quarters are rare in good condition. A well-preserved 1932-D Washington Quarter may get over $120,000 at auction.
In this list of contemporary coins, the 2004 Wisconsin State Quarter is noteworthy for its “Extra Leaf” die variant. This corn ear has an additional leaf on the back. Collectors will pay over $120,000 for a rare, immaculate model.
Rare and rare quarters show coin collecting's longevity. These coins tell our nation's history, from the $40,000 Bicentennial Quarter to the 1796 Draped Bust and 1916 Standing Liberty Quarters. Getting one of these rare gems in your pocket change or inheriting a bunch might be lucrative. Look for hidden treasures—they may bring numismatic fortune.