Reality Check: Understanding the Facts
After extensive research into U.S. coinage and consultation with professional numismatists, we’ve determined:
1. The “INGOD” vs “IN GOD” Spacing
- All modern U.S. coins display “IN GOD WE TRUST” as three separate words
- The apparent “INGOD” in the image is likely either:
- A striking error (extremely rare)
- A Photoshop alteration
- Optical illusion from coin wear
2. The $676 Million Claim
- No U.S. coin has ever sold for anything approaching this amount
- The current record for any coin is $18.9 million (1933 Double Eagle)
- This appears to be clickbait or misinformation
Legitimate Valuable Varieties to Collect
While the $676 million claim is false, some genuine “In God We Trust” varieties do exist:
1. 2007-Washington Dollar Edge Lettering Varieties
- Some 2007 Presidential dollars show weak or missing edge lettering
- Values range from 10−10−500 depending on severity
2. 2004 Wisconsin Quarter Extra Leaf
- Some 2004-D Wisconsin quarters show an extra leaf on the cornstalk
- Worth 50−50−300 depending on grade
3. 2004-D Iowa Quarter Rotation Errors
- A few examples show the reverse rotated 180 degrees
- Values reach 100−100−1,000
How to Examine Your Coins
To properly check for valuable varieties:
- Use 10x Magnification – Study the motto lettering carefully
- Compare to Known Examples – Reference PCGS CoinFacts images
- Check Both Sides – Some errors only appear on reverses
- Look for Doubling – Mechanical doubling can create illusion of spacing issues
Where to Get Accurate Coin Information
Reliable sources include:
- PCGS CoinFacts (professional grading service database)
- NGC Coin Explorer (another grading service resource)
- US Mint Official Website (for minting specifications)
- CONECA (error coin experts)
Protecting Yourself From Coin Scams
Be wary of:
- Extraordinary value claims without evidence
- Blurry or altered images
- Pressure to buy/sell quickly
- Sellers who can’t provide certification
Real Market Values for Modern Errors
| Coin | Variety | Average Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2004-D Wisconsin Quarter | Extra Leaf | 50−50−300 |
| 2005-D Kansas Quarter | “IN GOD WE TRUST” Doubled | 75−75−400 |
| 2007-P Washington Dollar | Missing Edge Lettering | 20−20−150 |
| 2019-W Quarter | W Mintmark (West Point) | 10−10−50 |
Join Our Collector Community
At PennyVerse.info, we offer:
- Free coin authentication services
- Weekly market updates
- Educational resources about genuine errors and varieties
- A scam-free community of serious collectors
Have a coin you’d like examined? Our team provides free, honest evaluations – no false promises or inflated values.
Remember: If an offer seems too good to be true, it probably is. Happy (and careful) collecting!
