Among the many error coins, some stand out for their rarity and the stories behind their creation. Here are ten of the most valuable:
- 1943 Bronze Lincoln Cent: Mistakenly struck in bronze instead of the usual zinc-coated steel during wartime shortages.
- 1955 Double Die Lincoln Cent: Famous for its clear doubling of inscriptions and date.
- 1972 Double Die Obverse Lincoln Cent: This coin features dramatic doubling on its obverse, making it a collector's favorite.
- 2000 Sacagawea Dollar Coin/Quarter Mule: A rare mule coin with a Sacagawea reverse and a state quarter obverse.
- 1969-S Double Die Obverse Lincoln Cent: Known for its strong and obvious doubling, this coin is highly prized.
- 1982 No Mint Mark Roosevelt Dime: These dimes accidentally left the Philadelphia mint without a mint mark.
- 1918/7-S Standing Liberty Quarter: A rare overdate error where a 1918 quarter was struck over a 1917 die.
- 1942/1 Mercury Dime: Another overdate, with a 1942 die struck over a 1941 die, available from both Philadelphia and Denver mints.
- 1937-D 3-Legged Buffalo Nickel: This error was caused by a die abrasion that removed one of the buffalo's legs.
- 1922 Plain Lincoln Cent: Due to die polishing, these cents came out missing the "D" mint mark.
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