$89 Million Bicentennial Quarter and Six More Rare Coins Exceeding $999,999 in Value

A fascinating pastime and a financial tool is numismatics, or coin collecting. Among the many coins struck during history, some are particularly rare, historically significant, or have special characteristics. One such amazing coin is the Bicentennial quarter, which lately comes valued at around $89 million. Six other rare coins valued more than $ 999,999 apiece also exist. Examining these remarkable coins in great detail, this comprehensive book will go into their background, special qualities, and causes of their great worth.

Rare Bicentennial Quarter History and Significance

In 1976, the United States commemorated its 200th year of freedom by means of unique Bicentennial coins from the US Mint. These comprised quarters, half-dollar coins with distinctive patterns and dollar coins. Particularly the Bicentennial quarter shows a dual date “1776-1976” on the front while the reverse shows a Colonial drummer boy with a torch surrounded by 13 stars symbolizing the original colonies.

Special Attributes

John Flanagan’s iconic George Washington profile is retained on the obverse. Jack L. Ahr’s reverse shows the Colonial drummer lad.
Composition: There were 40% silver and copper-nickel clad bicentennial quarters.
While millions of coins were produced, some rare variations—especially mistake coins or ones in perfect condition—have grown somewhat valuable.
Value:
Combining rarity, condition, historical relevance, and market demand helps to explain the amazing value of almost $89 million. Collectors especially want this particular Bicentennial quarter since it may have unusual mistakes or be part of a very rare minting batch.

Six Other Rare Coins Valued More Than $999,999

History and Significance of 1794 Flowing Hair Silver Dollar

Thought to be the first silver dollar the U.S. Mint made in 1794 is the Flowing Hair Silver Dollar. Designed by Robert Scot, this coin captures the early years of the American monetary system.

Distinctive Characteristics

Design: Lady Liberty with flowing hair runs across the front; the reverse shows an eagle encircled by a wreath.
Comprising 10% copper and 90% silver, composition is:
Only 1,758 were struck; less than 150 are thought to exist now.

Value

At auction, excellent specimens of this coin can bring millions of dollars. 2013 saw a specimen auctioned for about $10 million.

1933 Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle Background and Significance

Among the most well-known and precious coins on earth is the 1933 Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle. President Roosevelt’s directive to stop gold flow during the Great Depression meant that although 445,500 were produced, none were formally released.

Special Characteristics

Augustus Saint-Gaudens created the design; Lady Liberty is shown on the obverse carrying a torch and an olive branch while the reverse shows an eagle in flight.
Comprising 90% gold and 10% copper,
Most were melted; just a small number avoided destruction.

Valuation

The historical background and rarity of this coin have propelled its value to astronomical proportions. 2002 saw a specimen auctioned for $7.59 million.

1804 Silver Dollar Background and Importance

Said to be the “King of American Coins,” the 1804 Silver Dollar Though dated 1804, these coins were really produced in the 1830s for use in diplomatic gift packages.

Distinctive Characteristics

Design: A heraldic eagle shows on the reverse; the obverse shows a bust of Liberty.
Made of ten percent copper and ninety percent silver, composition is…
There are just fifteen known instances, split into three categories depending on the minting period and conditions.

Value:

Collectors value these coins greatly; depending on their class and condition, values ranging from $4 million.

1913 Liberty Head Nickel Background and Significance

Among the rarest and most well-known U.S. coins, the 1913 Liberty Head Nickel is There are only five known to exist, and as they were struck without official permission their sources remain a mystery.

Particular Characteristics

Design: Liberty is shown on the obverse sporting a coronet, and on the reverse a Roman number
Made of 25% nickel and 75% copper, composition is…
With just five examples, this coin is among the rarest ones available.

Worth

At auction, these nickels have drawn prices of almost $3 million. One in 2018 sold for more than $4.5 million.

1943 Copper Penny History and Significance

The U.S. Mint changed to steel pennies during World War II in order to save copper for the military effort. But in 1943 a few copper planchets were utilized inadvertently.

Special qualities

Design: Abraham Lincoln appears on the front; wheat stalks show on the reverse.
Made of five percent tin and ninety-five percent copper, composition includes zinc.
Rareness: Not quite forty are known to exist.

Value

With prices of $1.7 million, these pennies are quite valuable because of their rarity and the background of the mistake.

Double Die Penny History and Significance 1955

The 1955 Double Die Penny is well-known for its unique and clearly obvious doubling of the obverse inscriptions and date.

Special Attributes

Design: Abraham Lincoln appears on the front; wheat stalks show on the reverse.
Made of five percent tin and twenty-five percent copper, composition includes zinc.
Though not as rare as some on this list, the dramatic doubling makes it extremely coveted.

Value:

These pennies can get up to $125,000 in mint state, and especially perfect specimens have been reported to fetch about $1 million.