Collectors, investors, museums, and even private buyers compete fiercely for any authenticated example. When a specimen surfaces at auction, it becomes international news.
4. Its Legendary Reputation
This is not just a valuable coin — it is a symbol of American numismatic history. Many collectors dream of owning one. Few ever will.
Record-Breaking Auction Sales
Over the years, confirmed authentic examples have sold for shocking prices, including:
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$336,000 at auction for a high-grade specimen
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$408,000 for an exceptionally rare version
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Nearly $1 million for the unique 1943-D bronze example in top condition
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Multiple sales above $200,000 and $300,000
The better the condition and the cleaner the strike, the higher the price — and for a coin accidentally created and circulated for years, good condition is extremely rare.
Could You Have One Without Knowing?
Here’s the most exciting part:
Many of the known bronze specimens were found by ordinary people. Not collectors. Not experts. Regular citizens who simply checked their change.
Some were discovered:
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