Breaking Coin News – A rare 1976 Bicentennial Quarter just sold for an incredible $500,000 at a coin auction in Los Angeles, making it one of the most valuable U.S. quarters in modern history.
At CoinVerse, we’ve uncovered why this ordinary 25¢ coin turned into a half-million-dollar treasure.
Why This Quarter Is Worth $500,000
The “Double Drummer” Error
- Double Strike Mystery: A die misalignment caused the coin to be struck twice, creating a ghost-like second image of the famous drummer boy.
- Unique Appearance: The overlapping design looks surreal and one-of-a-kind.
- Certified Rare: Only one example in this condition is confirmed by PCGS.
Record-Breaking Auction Sale
Auction House: Legend Numismatics (Los Angeles)
Final Price: $500,000 (January 2025)
Previous Record: A 1976-S silver proof quarter sold for $125,000 in 2023.
How the Error Happened
During minting at the Philadelphia Mint, the coin stuck to the die and shifted before being struck again—producing this dramatic and valuable error.
How to Spot a Rare Bicentennial Error Quarter
Look for blurry or doubled details on the drummer boy.
Notice a rotated strike (around 30° misalignment).
Check for raised flow lines from heavy metal compression.
Must be dated 1776–1976.
Tip: Always get authentication from PCGS or NGC before selling. Without certification, you won’t get top dollar.
What To Do If You Find One
Never Clean the Coin – Even light cleaning can slash its value by $100,000.
Use Proper Holders – Store it in archival-quality holders (avoid cheap plastic flips).
Go Big with Auctions – Contact major auction houses like Heritage Auctions or Stack’s Bowers.
Why These Coins Keep Rising in Value
Mint error coins have jumped 600% in value since 2020.
Collectors and museums are paying record premiums for unique errors.
This Bicentennial error is considered a piece of American minting history.
Final Tip: Always Check Your Change!
That Bicentennial quarter in your pocket could be hiding a fortune. 
Errors like these often go unnoticed in circulation until discovered by sharp-eyed collectors.
Would YOU spot a $500,000 quarter? Drop a in the comments if you’re hunting for one!
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