Eight Rare Dimes and an Ancient Bicentennial Quarter Worth $72 Million Each

What many people don’t know is that eight rare dimes and one ancient Bicentennial quarter are still circulating in everyday circulation, each worth a staggering US$72 million. These coins, which are often hidden in front of our eyes, they are very important from a historical point of view and are one of the most desirable treasures of the numismatic world. Let us take a look at the interesting stories behind these rare coins and why they are so valuable.

1916-D Mercury

The 1916-D Mercury Dime is not just any coin but a century-old heritage. The more than 100-year-old dime shows a winged Liberty Head, symbolic for the idea of freedom, highly sought after by collectors. It is very rare because of its low mintage, that is, only 264,000 coins were produced. Thus, its value is so high and in demand. The value of the 1916-D Mercury Dime now reached as much as US$72 million, one of the most valuable coins.

1942/41 Mercury

It is in the 1942/41 Mercury Dime where a mint error made an otherwise regular coin rare and priceless. The overuse of dye during World War II led to an overdating error wherein the date 1941 was placed over 1942; this unusual mistake makes this coin a dream for collectors. Its current price is US$72 million, and this coin is a reminder of how mint imperfections made it an exceptionally valuable coin.

1894-S Barber

The 1894-S Barber Dime is one of the most famous coins in the history of American coin collecting. Only 24 coins were minted, and only nine of them are known today. The mysterious story of its construction makes it even more attractive. Its price has reached US$72 million, making it the pinnacle of rarity and known as the “Holy Grail” of collectors.

1796 Draped Bust

The Draped Bust Dime of 1796 is one of the earliest dimes created in American history. The coin’s striking design, featuring Lady Liberty, epitomizes the excellence of early American craftsmanship. With only less than 1,500 coins minted, this is a rare find. Worth $72 million, it is not only an icon of early American coins but also a witness to an undying fascination with coin collecting.

Ancient Bicentennial Quarter

The Bicentennial Quarter was minted in 1976 to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the United States of America. One may not find this quarter looking particularly spectacular, but it has an older sister version that is still seen these days, worth a staggering $72 million. And this rareness is because of a sort of unique mint error that makes it something like treasure from the pockets of people who pass by. This has more to do with its connection with such an important happening in American history, which makes it even more irresistible.

1871-CC Seated Liberty

The 1871-CC Seated Liberty Dime is a western rarity minted in Carson City, Nevada, at the time when America was expanding its frontier. Its low mintage and historical ties to expansion in the West make this dime highly desirable. This dime also caught the pioneer spirit with an amount of $72 million.

1913 Liberty Head Nickel

The Liberty Head nickel of 1913 is one of the most famous and enigmatic coins in the history of coin collecting. There are only five known specimens, and it sells for a price that precedes all other coins in its time. The coins were not meant for general circulation, but some penetrated the market secretly due to this reason. Its value is equivalent to $72 million each, and hence it has now become a synonym of rarity and a collector’s item.

1838-O Capped Bust Half Dollar

The 1838-O Capped Bust Half Dollar is a rare coin from the South. This was minted in New Orleans as part of the expansion of the U.S. Mint to the south. Only a few hundred coins were minted and it is considered to be one of the rarest half dollar coins, estimated to be worth $72 million. Such an offering lets you look into the important history of the South and with the design reflecting on the economic and regional influences of the time.

Coin Name	Mint Location	Key Feature	Value
1916-D Mercury Dime	Denver (D)	Low mintage, iconic design	$72 million
1942/41 Mercury Dime	U.S. Mint	Overdated minting error	$72 million
1894-S Barber Dime	San Francisco (S)	Only 24 minted, nine known to exist	$72 million
1796 Draped Bust Dime	U.S. Mint	Early U.S. coin, elegant design	$72 million
Ancient Bicentennial Quarter	U.S. Mint	Commemorative coin with minting error	$72 million
1871-CC Seated Liberty Dime	Carson City (CC)	Rare Western expansion coin	$72 million
1913 Liberty Head Nickel	U.S. Mint	Only five known to exist	$72 million
1838-O Capped Bust Half Dollar	New Orleans (O)	Southern history, low mintage	$72 million

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