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The rare coin, known as a mule, is worth almost $14,750, with Downies Collectables claiming there is only two of its kind. “A mouth-watering opportunity to secure truly great decimal rarities … one of the two known 1988 50c coat of arms proofs,” the Downies Collectables website reads.

The 1966 sets were the first annual proof and uncirculated coins struck and released by the Royal Australian Mint (RAM). The six coin set consists of the bronze 1¢ and 2¢ cupro-nickel 5¢ 10¢ 20¢ an... In 1967 and 1968 mint sets were not issued because of the absence of circulation 50 cent coins in those years.

A $2 coin minted in 2022 to honour the COVID-19 frontline workers is up for grabs through coin dealers Drake Sterling Numismatics. But the coin is now worth over 50x its original worth. The coin features a stamp that says "Australian Frontline Workers" on the reverse side of the coin.

The circular coins were first introduced on February 14, 1966 and are made from 80 per cent silver and 20 per cent copper. However, as the price of silver rose above the face value of the coin, the Royal Australian Mint stopped striking the coin in March 1968.

An extremely rare 1988 coin could be worth nearly $15,000 due to an error by the Royal Australian Mint. The coins commemorate the 200th anniversary of the arrival of the First Fleet. However, instead of replacing the standard coat of arms with this design, some coins feature both designs.

The 1966 wavy baseline 20c is still the most sought after rare Australian 20c coin.

A humble 5 cent coin, printed with an effigy of Queen Elizabeth II on both sides, could earn its lucky owner thousands of dollars. The "double-header" was minted accidently in 2007 and is considered rare and valuable among keen numismatists.

According to the NGC Price Guide, as of April 2024, a Washington Quarter from 1966 in circulated condition is worth between $0.30 and $0.85. However, on the open market 1966 Quarters in pristine, uncirculated condition sell for as much as $5750.

How much is a 1966 quarter worth? Some 1966 quarters are worth more than face value... as much as $11,000! Find out how much your 1966 quarter is worth here. And how to identify a 1966 silver quarter.

What makes the 1966 20 cent coin worth? ›

WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: A rare 20c coin could be worth thousands. However, in a series of coins released in 1966, the base has a slight curve in the shape of a wave. Though it's a minor detail, it can multiply its value to collectors hundred-fold.

The first coins featuring the effigy of His Majesty King Charles III have now been manufactured by the Royal Australian Mint and released into circulation. The first coins bearing the King's effigy are the $1 circulating coin.

A $1 coin minted in 2000 could fetch collectors between $300 and $4,000, based on its condition, if the Queen's portrait has a thicker outlining border than the opposite side. An accidental run of $1 coins were minted using a 10 cent obverse, or heads, die in 2000 leading to the wildly popular collectible mistake.

Royal Australian Mint 2024 $2 Circulated Coin- King Charles III Effigy- Premium Roll. Celebrate the reign of King Charles with the 2024 $2 Premium Coin Rolls, exclusively minted by the Royal Australian Mint. The coins feature King Charles' portrait on the obverse, with the traditional Elder design on the reverse.

The value of a coin is based on its date, mintmark, mintage, and condition. Run an online search to identify what kind of coin you have, then contact a local coin dealer to assess your coin's value. Check recently sold eBay listings to see what people are paying for your coin type.

Hire a professional appraiser to grade your coins and tell you how much it is worth. The American Society of Appraisers and International Society of Appraisers have searchable directories of professional appraisers. A dealer might also be able to help.

While you may receive a $1 coin in change on occasion, for the most part, you'll have to seek them out to find them. Although some rare, historical coins like the 1794 Flowing Hair Silver One Dollar can be worth millions of dollars, saying they aren't likely to appear in your everyday change is an understatement.

This $1 coin is struck on a 5.66 gram copper-nickel planchet that should have been a 10 cent piece instead of the usual aluminium bronze 9 gram one dollar planchet. This error coin is a wrong planchet and an off-metal planchet error. It's spectacular to see what should be a golden coloured coin to be silvery.