One of the fascinations of coin collecting is not just about the beauty and history of these objects but also in finding that rare jewel that could amount to a small fortune.
Among these treasures, the interest of collectors has focused on the Bicentennial Quarter, with some errors amounting to $808,888 USD.
But the Bicentennial Quarter is not alone in its rarity and value. Here, we look at six more coins that have crossed the $88,888 mark
The Bicentennial Quarter celebrates the United States' 200th year of independence in 1976. Most of these quarters are quite common, but a rare variant struck in 40% silver reached an extraordinary worth of near $808,888 USD.
Some of the most highly sought-after coins in America are 1913 Liberty Head Nickels. There can be no question of authenticity since there are only five examples known. Indeed, one of the nickels recently sold at auction for more than $3.7 million.
Another highly expensive collector's item is the 1804 Silver Dollar, known as the "King of Coins." Actually, despite the date on the coin of 1804, these were minted as presents for diplomacy in the 1830s.
One of the most famous coins in the world is probably the 1933 Double Eagle, where one piece sold for over $7.5 million, hence representing an icon in both rarity and demand.
The Flowing Hair Silver Dollar was the 1794 strike, which became the first of all minting by a U.S. mint and thus the coinage. Therefore, this coin cannot be overvalued in its historical significance, as it is literally the very first dollar that the United States issued in silver form.
The 1943 Copper Penny is one of the more interesting oddities in coin collecting. In 1943, pennies were slated to be made of steel because copper was short in supply during the war years.
The 1894-S Barber Dime is one of the great enigmas in American numismatics, originally having a mintage of only 24, while now only nine are known. One of those dimes sold for more than $1.9 million.