1976 Bicentennial Quarters : In the rhythm of everyday life, a simple task like sorting through spare change can sometimes yield a surprising piece of American history. If you’ve ever noticed a quarter featuring a determined drummer boy on its reverse, you’ve held a 1976 Bicentennial Quarter. Minted nearly five decades ago to celebrate the … Read more
Most Collectible and Valuable : As the United States prepared to celebrate its 200th anniversary in 1976, a spirit of patriotism swept the nation, finding a unique expression in our pocket change. That year, the U.S. Mint embarked on a special commemorative program, temporarily redesigning the quarter, half-dollar, and dollar coins. The humble quarter, a … Read more
1976 Bicentennial Quarters : Every so often, a piece of everyday pocket change can offer a tangible link to a national celebration. The 1976 Bicentennial quarter, with its distinctive colonial drummer design, is one such piece. Minted to honor the 200th anniversary of the United States, over a billion of these coins entered circulation, making … Read more