Last month, a small antique bookstore in Ohio posted a photo that blew up across coin groups on Reddit and Facebook. An employee emptying the donation box found a single 1979-P Susan B. Anthony dollar mixed in with modern change. What started as a funny “cool find” post quickly turned into a frenzy when collectors … Read more
Most pennies are worth… one cent. But mint errors, tiny production runs, and historical accidents turned a handful of 20th-century Lincoln cents into six- and seven-figure treasures. A Quick History of 20th-Century Lincoln Pennies Launched in 1909 for Abraham Lincoln’s 100th birthday, the Lincoln cent switched from wheat ears (1909–1958) to the Lincoln Memorial (1959–2008). … Read more
The Washington quarter is the 25-cent coin we all know – George Washington on the front, eagle (or new designs) on the back. Minted since 1932, billions exist… but a tiny handful have mistakes or special features that make them insanely valuable. A Quick History of the Washington Quarter In 1932, the U.S. Mint celebrated … Read more
You’ve probably seen them – those old copper pennies with two wheat stalks on the back. Officially called “Wheat Cents” or “Lincoln Wheat Pennies,” they were minted from 1909 to 1958 and were the very first U.S. coins to feature Abraham Lincoln. The Fascinating History (1909–1958) Designed by Victor David Brenner to celebrate Lincoln’s 100th … Read more
The wheat penny (officially the Lincoln Wheat Cent) is the classic U.S. one-cent coin minted from 1909 to 1958. Designed by Victor David Brenner, it shows Abraham Lincoln on the front and two wheat stalks on the reverse—hence the nickname every collector knows. Quick History of the Wheat Cent (1909–1958) Released in 1909 to celebrate … Read more
The Lincoln wheat penny (sometimes called wheat cent or wheatback) is the classic U.S. one-cent coin minted from 1909 to 1958. The reverse shows two stalks of wheat — that’s where the nickname comes from! A Quick History of the Lincoln Cent Designed by Victor David Brenner to celebrate Abraham Lincoln’s 100th birthday, the Lincoln … Read more
Last month in a small Ohio diner, waitress Emily R. emptied her tip jar and spotted a shiny golden dollar that looked… different. Turns out it was a 2000-W 22-karat gold Sacagawea dollar – one of only 39 ever made for a special presentation set. Estimated value? Up to $15,000! The Ultra-Rare 2000-W Gold Sacagawea … Read more
Most Sacagawea dollars are worth exactly $1. But in 2024, one single coin stunned the numismatic world when it hammered for $2.1 million — making it the most valuable modern U.S. coin ever sold. The Fascinating Backstory of the Sacagawea Dollar Launched in 2000, the golden dollar featured Native American guide Sacagawea carrying her baby. … Read more
Lincoln cents (commonly called pennies) have been made since 1909. Most are worth exactly one cent… but mint errors, low mintages, and special varieties turned a handful into six- and seven-figure treasures. A Quick History of the Lincoln Penny Designed by Victor David Brenner to honor Abraham Lincoln’s 100th birthday, the Lincoln cent was the … Read more
Imagine pulling a dusty quarter from a jar and discovering it’s worth more than a luxury car. That actually happens with certain Washington quarters! Since 1932, billions have been minted… but a handful of ultra-rare errors and low-mintage coins now sell for $5,000 to $50,700. Ready to hunt? Let’s dive in. The Washington quarter debuted … Read more