Coin collecting, also known as numismatics, is a hobby that has captivated people for centuries.
One such coin is the Bicentennial Quarter, which has recently garnered significant attention for being valued at nearly $50 million USD.
This astonishing valuation has set the numismatic world abuzz. Let's delve into what makes this coin, and a few others, so incredibly valuable.
The Bicentennial Quarter was minted in 1975 and 1976 to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the United States’ Declaration of Independence.
These quarters feature a special reverse design by Jack L. Ahr, depicting a Colonial drummer with a victory torch encircled by 13 stars.
The key to the $50 million valuation lies in its unique minting error and its pristine condition.
This particular quarter is a “Proof” coin, meaning it was struck with specially prepared dies on polished planchets, resulting in a highly detailed and lustrous finish.