You don’t need to be a collector to find valuable coins—some modern U.S. coins in your pocket change could be worth serious cash.
Certain coins minted in the last few decades have become valuable due to rare errors, misprints, or low mintage.
One standout is the 2004-D Wisconsin Quarter with an "extra leaf"—these have sold for up to $6,000.
The 1999 Wide AM Penny can bring in around $500 to $1,000, while the 1982 No Mint Mark Dime may be worth up to $2,000. The 1969-S Doubled Die Cent is a jaw-dropper—valued over $35,000.
Watch for the 2000-P Sacagawea Dollar/Quarter Mule, which could fetch $200,000. Even newer coins, like the 2023 American Women Quarters, show errors worth $200+.
Things to look for: doubling in letters/numbers, close or wide AMs, missing mint marks, and unusual marks or shapes on the coin’s surface.
Coins like these prove that treasure hunting can start in your own change jar. So grab a magnifying glass—you might just find a modern gem hiding in plain sight