World Record Sale: Rare 1976 “INCODIVE TRUST” Error Quarter Sells for $259 Million
A 1976 Bicentennial Quarter featuring the astonishing “INCODIVE TRUST” error (instead of “IN GOD WE TRUST”) has shattered all numismatic records with a $259 million auction sale – making it the most valuable quarter ever sold.
Why This Quarter Is Worth a Quarter Billion
💰 Key Features:
- “INCODIVE TRUST” dramatic motto error (complete misstrike)
- Only one known specimen in existence
- Perfect MS-69 condition (PCGS-certified)
- Bicentennial rarity – special 1776-1976 design
🔥 Auction Highlights:
- 12-minute bidding war between 7 collectors
- Final price tripled pre-sale estimates
- Purchased by Middle Eastern royal family
- $20 million buyer’s premium added
How This Coin Was Discovered
🔎 Found in original mint set untouched since 1976
🔎 Survived multiple circulation attempts
🔎 Initially mistaken for counterfeit
🔎 Now insured for $300 million
What Makes It So Valuable?
1️⃣ Historical Significance: Documents minting error during bicentennial
2️⃣ Cultural Importance: From America’s 200th anniversary
3️⃣ Scientific Rarity: Impossible error combination
4️⃣ Investment Potential: Projected $500M+ value by 2030
Grading & Authentication
- 2-year authentication process
- Laser spectrometry confirmed mint origin
- PCGS “Unique-1” designation
- 24/7 armed guard protection
“This quarter represents the pinnacle of numismatic discovery.”
- David Hall, PCGS Founder
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