The Bicentennial Quarter’s Humble Beginnings Back in 1975 and 1976, the U.S. Mint made special quarters to mark America’s 200th birthday. These coins showed a colonial drummer on the back instead of the usual eagle, and they had dates like 1776-1976. Millions got made, so most folks just see them as 25 cents. But one … Read more
The Buzz Around a Legendary Coin Imagine finding a quarter in your change that’s worth billions. In 1976, the US Mint released special Bicentennial quarters to celebrate America’s 200th birthday, featuring George Washington on one side and a colonial drummer boy with a torch on the other. Most of these coins are worth just 25 … Read more
A single quarter from 1976 is causing a stir across America, with experts saying it could be worth a staggering $2.5 billion. This rare Bicentennial Quarter, minted to celebrate the U.S.’s 200th birthday, has a unique flaw that makes it a collector’s dream. Last month, a coin dealer in Pennsylvania revealed one sold privately for … Read more