Written By: Anushka
The 1794 Flowing Hair Silver Dollar, with only 1,750 minted, is incredibly rare. In 2013, one sold for over $10 million. Its value now exceeds $100 million due to its historical importance.
The 1933 Double Eagle is legendary. Though 445,000 were minted, few survived. One sold for over $7 million in 2002. Its current value exceeds $100 million.
The 1804 Draped Bust Silver Dollar, minted for diplomatic gifts, is very rare. Only 15 exist. One sold for over $10 million in 1999. Its value is now around $80 million.
The 1787 Brasher Doubloon, minted by goldsmith Ephraim Brasher, is America's first gold coin. Its rarity led one to sell for $7.4 million in 2011, a record price for a gold coin.
Only five 1913 Liberty Head Nickels exist. One sold for over $4.5 million in 2018, making it one of the world's most valuable coins. Its current value is $5 million.
The 1894-S Barber Dime, with only 24 known, is highly coveted. One sold for over $2 million in 2016, making it one of the most valuable dimes ever sold at auction.
The 1943 Copper Penny, a mint error coin, is extremely rare. Intended to be steel during WWII, a few were made with copper. One sold for $1.7 million in 2010.