A rare 1943 copper penny worth over $200,000 was found in a high school cafeteria change drawer. The coin is one of only a few in existence.
In another discovery, a rare 1870-S Liberty Seated half dollar was found in a box of old coins purchased for $3. The coin is valued at over $500,000.
A California couple found a rare 1866 $20 gold coin while hiking. The coin is worth over $1 million due to its rarity and historical significance.
Rare coins like the 1913 Liberty Head nickel and the 1804 Draped Bust silver dollar have fetched over $3 million each at auctions, stunning collectors.
Numismatists and treasure hunters continue to search for hidden treasures in unlikely places, hoping to uncover rare coins worth a fortune.
The allure of discovering a rare coin worth over $200,000 is a dream for many, driving the excitement and passion for coin collecting worldwide.