5 coins from the 1970s that could be worth more than $10,000

Millions of coins circulate in the United States everyday. Most of them are exchanged at face value, but thanks to coin collectors, some units can increase in value exponentially.

Hundreds of thousands of enthusiasts keep their eyes peeled in the hope of finding some rarity that will suddenly earn them a small fortune. Among the specimens that tend to be worth the most are those with minting errors, as well as the famous ‘proof coins’, which are units not intended for circulation, but which for some reason ended up in the hands of the public.

Taking into account the factors that can increase the value of a coin, here are five coins from the 1970s that can be worth up to $10,000 today, according to a report from El Diario.

5 coins from the 1970s that could be worth more than $10,000

1971-S cent with double minting on the obverse

Double-struck models have more defined relief and sometimes unusual placement. In good condition, they can be worth up to $10,350.

1974-S cent with 1973-S brockage

“Broadage” coins are coins that have a normal print on one side and a mirror image on the other. This coin has Abraham Lincoln on one side and a reversed 1973 design on the reverse.

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1979 Susan B. Anthony Dollar on 1978 Jefferson Nickel

The overstrike is one of the most famous rarities in existence. This example features the image of Susan B. Anthony stamped over Monticello.

1971-S Deep Cameo Proof Penny

This coin, which was intended to serve as a model for future minting, has sold for over $17,000 at auction.

1970-S cent with small date

Unlike the rest of the models, this coin is distinguished by having a smaller and less level date print, which is why its value exceeds $18,000.