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Coins, 13 Finds, $59 Million+

Hidden Treasures Found in Everyday Places

Some of the most astonishing treasures aren’t buried underground—they’re 'hidden' in plain sight. News reports have uncovered remarkable coin discoveries—from attics to basements. By exploring the map, you can trace how different treasure eras, styles, and locations have shaped these unexpected finds.

A few legendary examples from the list below include:

$369,000 for a charm bracelet coin
$2 Million for a coin found in a cabinet
$4 Million for a coin found in a closet

Often overlooked for years, these surprising finds reveal just how valuable treasures can be when hiding in plain sight. Explore the full list below the ad ☟

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13—Legendary Finds:

1. Gold Cas Coin—$48 Million for Rare 1,000 BTC Numismatic Treasure Forgotten in Desk Drawer

📰 📅 2021 Report: A 1,000 BTC Gold Cas coin, purchased in 2011 for $4,905 and forgotten in a desk drawer for years in the U.S., was valued at $48 million—based on Bitcoin's value of $48,000 per coin at the time—making it the world’s most valuable numismatic item at that time. Only six were minted, with four still unredeemed.

Story and images: 🔗 GreatCollections / PR Newswire

2. Nickel Mystery—$4.2 Million for Closet Find Once Called a Fake

📰 📅 2022 Report: In the US, a rare 1913 Liberty Head nickel—once deemed fake and lost for decades—fetched $4.2 million after it was unearthed in a family closet and authenticated by specialists. Originally found at a car crash site, this nickel represents a significant find in numismatic history. The story highlights the importance of reputable specialists for examining and valuing potential treasures.

Story and images: 🔗 TMZ

3. Massachusetts Marvel—$2.5 Million for Rare 1652 Coin Found in Dutch Cabinet

📰 📽️ 📅 2024 Report: A rare 1652 Massachusetts threepence coin—struck at the Boston Mint and found in an old cabinet in the Netherlands—was sold in the US for $2.5 million. It set records as the most valuable pre-Revolutionary and non-gold US coin sold at auction. Only one exists outside museums, making it a grail treasure for collectors.

Story, images, and video: 🔗 Popular Science

4. Half Eagle Fortune—Millions for Rare 1854 $5 Gold Coin Found in Collection

📰 📅 2018 Report: In New England, USA, a rare 1854 San Francisco Mint $5 gold coin, previously believed to be a fake, was authenticated, making its anonymous owner a multi-millionaire. Only 268 of these Half Eagles were minted, and just four were known to survive at the time. Discovered among a collection, it’s one of the rarest coins in the world.

Story and images: 🔗 Smithsonian Magazine

5. Field Find Fortune—$807,864 (£648,000) for Rare Gold Penny Unearthed in the UK

📰 📽️ 📅 2025 Report: A rare Henry III gold penny, found by a metal detectorist on farmland near Hemyock, Devon, UK, sold for a record £648,000 ($807,864) at an auction in London. Only eight of these 13th-century coins are known to exist, with six in public collections.

Story, video, and image: 🔗 CoinWeek

6. Dime Discovery—$506,250 for Rare 'No S' 1975 Roosevelt Unearthed in Ohio Vault

📰 📅 2024 Report: An Ohio, USA, family auctioned an extremely rare 1975 Roosevelt dime missing its 'S' mint mark for $506,250. Discovered by three sisters in an inherited bank vault, the coin had originally been purchased for $18,200. Only two such dimes are known to exist. It was viewed as a long-held financial asset.

Story and image: 🔗 AP News

7. Frozen Field Find—$430,000 for Rare Nickel Discovered in Potato Field

📰 📅 2012 Report: A rare 1652 Colonial Massachusetts coin, discovered in a frozen potato field in New York, U.S., sold for over $430,000 at a Baltimore auction. First found 22 years earlier and previously auctioned for $35,200, the coin’s value surged due to its extreme rarity—only eight examples were known to exist.

Story and images: 🔗 Daily Mail

8. Mughal Marvel—CAD $504K (USD $369,000) for Rare Coin Found on Charm Bracelet

📽️ 📅 2020 Report: A charm bracelet, initially valued at $8,000, revealed a rare gem—a modified gold coin from 1604 linked to India's Mughal emperor Akbar. Discovered by an appraiser at an Ottawa, Canada, auction house during a routine evaluation, the coin fetched a remarkable CAD $504,000 (approx. USD $369,000 in 2024) at auction. Extensive research confirmed its authenticity and rarity. What was once just another charm has now become one of the most valuable Indian coins sold in recent years. Full story in a two-minute video.

Video: 🔗 Ottawa Citizen / YouTube

9. Colonial Coin Find—$351,912 for 1652 New England Shilling Discovered in UK Candy Tin

📰 📅 2021 Report: A 1652 New England shilling, found in a candy tin in Northumberland, England, sold for $351,912. The coin, discovered in a family estate, was minted in colonial Boston and is one of only about 40 remaining. Previously unknown, its exceptional condition and significant historical value drew high interest at auction.

Story and images: 🔗 Smithsonian Magazine

10. Toy Box Treasure—£225,000 ($283,000) for Priceless Pirate Coin

📰 📅 2016 Report: In the UK, a priceless Queen Anne 'Vigo' five guinea gold coin was discovered in a child's toy box—originally worth a nominal amount. Inherited from a globetrotting grandfather who collected unique coins, the coin had been playfully used as a 'pirate coin' by generations, unaware of its true value. Recently identified as one of only twenty made, the coin fetched £225,000 (approximately $283,000 in 2024) at an Essex auction. Its rarity and captivating backstory make it a notable find.

Story and images: 🔗 BBC

11. Copper Coin—$204,000 for Rare 1943 Penny Found in Pocket Change

📰 📅 2019 Report: In Massachusetts, USA, a rare 1943 copper penny, received as change in a school cafeteria in 1947 and considered "the Holy Grail of mint errors," sold for $204,000 at auction. Discovered by a teenager, this coin, one of about 15 due to a wartime production error, remained in his possession until auctioned by his descendants.

Story and images: 🔗 artnet

12. Coin Cache—AUD $250,000 (USD $164,500) for Rare Coin Found in Filing Cabinet Drawer

📰 📅 2023 Report: In Australia, a rare 19th-century Chinese silver coin, initially bought for AUD $10 (USD $6.50), was sold for AUD $250,000 (USD $164,500). Found in a filing cabinet, its discovery and subsequent sale highlight its immense historical and monetary value.

Story and images: 🔗 Yahoo Finance

13. Silver Dollar Sensation—$100,000+ for 1795 Coin Found in Shoebox

📰 📅 2024 Report: A rare 1795 Flowing Hair Silver Dollar, worth over $100,000, was discovered in an estate in Rhode Island, USA. Stored in a shoebox for generations, the coin is one of the finest-known examples of its type.

Story and images: 🔗 CoinWeek

These inspiring discoveries reveal the untapped potential of everyday spaces as hidden treasure troves. Explore the top 40 finds below the ad ☟

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