Whether you are a coin collector or just have some old change, you might not know you’re sitting on a small fortune. According to an August 20, 2024 report, there were four coins from the 1970s that at their best could be worth thousands of dollars. In the right condition, these rare coins fetch large sums of money at auction.
The 4 Coins to Look For
- 1970-S Large Date Doubled Die Obverse Penny: This is a collector’s dream coin, but more especially when you get one with a “doubled die” error. In this mistake, the design appears doubled, hence highly sought after. One of these sold for $24,150.
- 1970-S Small Date Penny: It may appear as just another ordinary penny, but its small date variety raises it to gold. If the “9” in the date curves upward and the “Liberty” does not seem sharp at all, then you hold precious treasure. It can be worth $18,400.
- 1971-S Deep Cameo Proof Penny: This proof coin gleams with a frosted finish and has a very shiny, mirror-like surface, making it beautiful and highly valued. One of the finest grades sold for $17,250.
- 1974-S Reverse Brockage Penny: A mistake by a mint employee caused this penny to have a reverse design on both of its sides. One in very nice condition fetched a price of $11,400.
What Makes These Coins Valuable?
They come in handy owing to their rarity and condition, more so with specific errors during minting. If you happen to stumble upon this coin in your collection, its worth is well worth getting an appraised value from a professional.
How to Identify Them?
- Look for doubled design or mirrored image errors.
- Observe the particular details—size and shape of the numbers on the coin.
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