šŖ Is There a Bicentennial Quarter Worth $10 Million?
No verified auction or reputable sale has documented a 1776ā1976 Bicentennial Quarter selling for $10 million. However, some online listings or clickbait articles might hype up the value of these coins based on rare mint errors or unproven claims.
ā What Makes a Bicentennial Quarter Valuable?
While most Bicentennial quarters are worth only face value (25 cents), here are the rare exceptions that could make yours valuable:
1. Silver Composition Coins
- The U.S. Mint released special collector versions (not for circulation) in 40% silver.
- These were only in proof sets or uncirculated sets from the San Francisco Mint.
- Value: $5ā$25 depending on condition and silver prices.
2. High-Grade Proof Coins (PR69 or PR70)
- Coins graded by PCGS or NGC in near-perfect condition can fetch $100ā$1,000+.
- Deep Cameo (DCAM) or Ultra Cameo finishes are more valuable.
3. Major Mint Errors
Rare mint errors can bring in big money:
- Double die obverse/reverse
- Off-center strike
- Wrong planchet errors (e.g., struck on a nickel planchet)
- Value: $1,000 to potentially $10,000+, depending on the error type and coin grade.
What About the $10 Million Claim?
Some articles and videos sensationalize the value for views or traffic. The $10 million figure likely refers to an unverified private listing, hoax, or misunderstanding. No reputable coin auction house has ever sold a Bicentennial Quarter for anywhere near that amount.
š How to Check If You Have a Valuable One
- Look for an āSā mintmark ā indicates silver proof from San Francisco.
- Check the weight ā silver coins weigh more (5.75 grams vs 5.67 grams).
- Examine for errors ā off-center strike, doubling, or missing elements.
- Get it graded ā submit to PCGS or NGC for an official grade.
Final Verdict:
The 1776ā1976 Bicentennial Quarter is a cool piece of American history, but most are worth only 25 cents to a few dollars.
A genuine rare error or high-grade silver proof might sell for hundreds or thousands, but not $10 million.
