The Mint produced the bicentennial coins between 1975 and 1976 as a special edition. Here's a look at several that have sold for more than $1,000.

Most people remember seeing Bicentennial coins as kids, tucked into holiday card envelopes or sitting in a jar on grandma's dresser. They were special back then simply because they looked different.

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With the nation preparing to celebrate its 250th anniversary in 2026, it might seem like coins such as bicentennial quarters could become valuable collectibles. The reality, however, is that they are ...