$5,000+ Bicentennial Quarters: Check If You Have One!
Could that 1976 Bicentennial Quarter in your pocket be worth over $5,000? While most are common, a few rare varieties have collector demand skyrocketing, making them worth far more than 25 cents. Let’s explore what to look for!
Silver Composition – Most Bicentennial Quarters were copper-nickel, but special 40% silver versions were struck at the San Francisco Mint (‘S’ mark). A well-preserved one could fetch thousands.
Minting Errors – Some quarters were struck with mistakes like:– Double die errors (blurry or doubled lettering)– Off-center strike– Missing clad layers (appearing all silver or copper-toned)
High-Grade Condition – Coins graded MS67+ or Proof 70 by professional grading services like PCGS or NGC can be worth far more than their silver content.
1976-S Silver Proof Quarter – Flawless versions have sold for over $5,000 at auction.💰 Double Die Bicentennial Quarters – If your coin has doubled letters in “LIBERTY” or “IN GOD WE TRUST”, it could be worth thousands.
1976-S Uncirculated Silver Quarter – Mint-sealed, high-grade examples have reached $6,000+ in sales.
Look for the ‘S’ mint mark (San Francisco Mint).✅ Weigh your coin – silver quarters weigh 5.75 grams, regular ones weigh 5.67 grams.
Get it graded if you spot any unusual errors.Check your change—you might be holding a rare treasure!