In 1943, a penny struck from a bronze planchet instead of zinc-coated steel sold for $1.7 million. This error coin was found by a teenager in his lunch change.
One lucky man discovered a 1913 Liberty Head nickel in a car he purchased for $3,750. This rare coin later sold for $3.7 million at auction, making him a millionaire.
A 1974 aluminum penny, mistakenly minted and given to a collector, fetched $1.15 million. The coin was a unique experimental piece that was never meant for circulation.
The 1652 New England sixpence was found by a metal detectorist and sold for $431,250. This coin is one of the earliest examples of coinage in America.
A rare 1943 copper penny, one of only a few in existence, was found by a Massachusetts teenager in his pocket change. It later sold for $1.7 million at auction.
From forgotten pocket change to hidden treasures, these rare coins have turned everyday people into millionaires, showcasing the incredible value and allure of numismatics.