Emily 
Every year, new stories emerge of ordinary-looking U.S. coins selling for extraordinary sums. In 2026, the spotlight is firmly on a select group of modern and near-modern American coins that have achieved astonishing valuations. Unlike classic colonial or 19th-century pieces, these coins come from an era many people still remember. Yet a handful of Kennedy … Read more
The 1776–1976 Bicentennial Liberty Quarter is one of the most instantly recognizable coins ever produced by the United States Mint. Created to honor the 200th anniversary of American independence, it marked a rare moment when circulating currency carried a powerful national message. While millions of these quarters were minted and most remain common, certain examples … Read more
Coin collecting in 2026 looks very different from the traditional image of dusty albums and century-old relics. Modern U.S. dollar coins—many still remembered from everyday use—are now capturing global attention for their extraordinary market potential. Rare Kennedy Half Dollars, Sacagawea Dollars, and Susan B. Anthony Dollars have proven that modern coinage can achieve six- and … Read more
The Lincoln Wheat Penny is one of the most familiar coins in American history, yet it remains one of the most misunderstood. Struck between 1909 and 1958, these modest copper cents were produced by the billions, leading many people to assume they are all common. In reality, a small number of Lincoln Wheat Pennies are … Read more
The Kennedy Half Dollar has been a fixture of American coinage since 1964, created in honor of President John F. Kennedy shortly after his assassination. While most examples remain modest in value, a tiny number of extraordinary coins have achieved legendary status. In rare circumstances involving unique mint errors, exceptional preservation, and verified provenance, values … Read more
The 1776–1976 Bicentennial Quarter Coin stands as one of the most recognizable and widely collected modern U.S. coins. Issued to celebrate the 200th anniversary of American independence, it combines patriotic symbolism with a distinctive dual date that immediately sets it apart from standard Washington quarters. While many examples remain common, select versions carry meaningful collector … Read more