Rare Bicentennial Quarter Worth Nearly $450 Million: 5 More Worth Over $786 Million USD | Rare Bicentennial Quarter 2024
06 July 2024
1. An exceedingly rare Bicentennial Quarter, one of only five in existence, has just been sold for a staggering $450 million, making it the most valuable coin in the world.
2. The 1976 Bicentennial Quarter, minted to celebrate America's 200th anniversary, has long been considered a collectible item, but few could've predicted it would reach such astronomical value.
3. The coin's high worth has been attributed to its rarity, with only five known to exist, and its condition, with the one sold being in near-perfect shape.
4. Experts believe the quarter's value could continue to rise, with the next Bicentennial Quarter auction scheduled for 2024 and expected to fetch over $786 million USD.
5. The five rare Bicentennial Quarters were the result of a striking error at the US Mint, with only one known to have made it into circulation before being recalled.
6. The rest were turned over to the government and later acquired by private collectors, adding to their exclusivity and driving up their value.
7. The rarity of these coins also makes them difficult to authenticate, with only specialized experts able to determine their authenticity and grade.
8. Despite its incredible value, the Bicentennial Quarter remains a legal tender, meaning it can still be used for its face value of 25 cents if it were to be spent.