Most 1970 quarters are common circulating coins—with mintages of 136 million (no mint mark), 417 million (D), and 2.6 million proof quarters (1970‑S)—but one coin from the San Francisco proof line caused a sensation. It Continue reading
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Why the 1974 Aluminum Penny Is a Legal Mystery — And a Collector’s Dream
In the early 1970s, rising copper prices threatened to make pennies worth more as metal than currency. To cut costs, the U.S. Mint conducted trials of alternative metals, including 96% aluminum alloy. From late 1973 Continue reading
Found in a Bible: This 1934 $500 Bill Just Sold at Auction for $20,000
In late 2024, a private collector uncovered a 1934 Federal Reserve $500 bill tucked inside their grandparents’ family Bible—untouched for decades. Printed in 1934, this small-size, green-seal high-denomination note featuring President William McKinley is an Continue reading
This $2 Bill Was Printed Twice by Accident — And Now It’s a Rarity
A recent discovery of a double-printed $2 bill stunned collectors worldwide—an unintentional minting error that has turned what was once a common note into a rare, high-demand collectible. Found during a routine sort, this double-printed Continue reading
Why the 1928 $100 Gold Certificate Is So Rare — And Why It’s Illegal to Own in Circulation
Issued in 1928, the $100 gold certificate is part of the first small-size gold certificates, replacing large-size notes. These carried a distinctive gold treasury seal and were redeemable for gold. Series 1928 included $10, $20, Continue reading
Why the 1869 $5 Rainbow Note Is the Most Colorful and Collectible U.S. Bill Ever Printed
The 1869 “Rainbow Note” $5 bill, officially designated Series of 1869 Legal Tender Note FR‑64, stands as the most visually stunning piece of American currency ever printed. With its vibrant hues and iconic imagery, this Continue reading
Rare Penny Found in Cookie Jar Sells for $35,000 – You Could Have Hidden Treasure
In 2025, Ohio resident Emily Dawson made an unexpected find in her late grandmother’s cookie jar — not sweet treats, but a rare 1943 bronze Lincoln penny. Amid a jumble of old coins, she noticed Continue reading
Woman Finds $3,000 Value in $5 Coin Album – Rare Roosevelt Dime Discovery
When a woman bought a coin album for just $5, she never expected to uncover a rare Roosevelt dime worth approximately $3,000. This modern-day treasure tale highlights how even minimal investments in overlooked collectibles can Continue reading
Money That Was Never Meant to Exist: Rare U.S. Coins and Bills Now Worth Over $100,000
There are rare U.S. coins and obsolete bills that once circulated but were never intended for public use. Now, their values roar well beyond face value. The value of those coins and bills often exceeds Continue reading
Rare 1943 Copper Penny: Could Yours Be Worth Over $1 Million?
Most 1943 pennies were made from zinc‑coated steel due to World War II copper rationing. But extraordinarily, a small number—15 to 30—were mistakenly struck on bronze planchets leftover from 1942, making them one of the rarest Continue reading