It’s hard to believe, but those old coins in your grandma’s attic could actually be treasure. For collectors around the world who are passionate about the special histories and aesthetics of these coins, they’re priceless — though they do have to put a cost to these coins, sometimes in the hundreds or even thousands of dollars.
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Of course, if you think you have any rare or high-value coins in your possession, your best bet is to take them to a professional collector to get them evaluated. And there are some coins that they might be especially excited to see under the magnifying glass.
Here are six coins worth hundreds that are highly coveted by coin collectors.
Boy and Dolphin Coin: 281-240 B.C.
This famous coin dates all the way back to Ancient Greece. One side of the coin shows a soldier riding a horse, and the other depicts a tale about the son of Poseidon riding a dolphin sent by his father after a shipwreck. While you might think a highly coveted coin from ancient Greece would cost millions of dollars, the U.S. Gold Bureau listed it for only $795 late last year.
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2004 Wisconsin State Quarter With Extra Leaf
If any organization — other than a numismatics society or other coin collecting group, that is — would know about sorting through old coins, it’s Goodwill. The Goodwill blog devoted one piece specifically to coins that collectors would love, and it included the 2004 Wisconsin state quarter known for a unique error — an extra leaf on the corn stalk. Collectors love the distinct look and rarity of these coins. Today, you can find them on eBay for prices like $849.
1914-D Lincoln Wheat Cent
According to Gainesville Coins, the 1914-D Lincoln Wheat cent had a very low mintage in its series for its year. The rarity of this coin makes it worth at least $175 to collectors.
1916-D Mercury Dime
Also known as the Winged Liberty Head dime, this model, which was minted in 1916, is as beautiful as it is rare. Gainesville Coins shared that there were only 264,000 coins minted, which means collectors are especially glad to see this coin that bears the visage of the Roman god Mercury in front of them. These coins can go for around $800. Precious metals dealer Apmex is currently selling one in almost good condition for $832.
1921 Peace Dollar
Gainesville Coins called the Peace Dollar a “beloved” model, and it’s not hard to see why with its elegant and inspiring design. The coins from the 1921 mintage were created with a high relief design that was beautiful to look at but not exactly conducive for everyday use, requiring the relief to be lowered. Gainesville Coins priced them at $125 at least. Rare Collectibles TV is selling one for nearly $240.
Pre-1933 U.S. Gold Coins
Did you know that before 1933, gold coins were minted as everyday money? They were, and Gainesville Coins shared that these coins are 90% pure gold. They’re popular with coin collectors and gold investors alike. According to Gainesville Coins, these can go for at least $150.
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