CERTAIN coins are much rarer than you think.
Recently, a unique 1942/41 Mercury dime sold online for just over $1,700 on eBay.
Although the dime has no mint mark, it was minted in Philadelphia where the number of coins minted remains unknown.
This particular dime has what's called an overdate error.
This error features a changed date on a coin with traces of the original date still showing.
This tends to be one of the most identifiable and prominent errors in all US coins, according to USA Coin Book.
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The coin was engraved by Adolph A Weinman who got inspiration from a woman named Elsie Kachel Stevens.
The dime features the detailed face of Ms Stevens on the obverse while the reverse has a fasces symbolizing unity and strength, and an olive branch that signifies peace.
The coin was produced from 1916 until 1945 when the design changed after World War II in order to honor President Roosevelt.
The value of overdate coins
The value of these dimes is found in their error.
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USA Coin Book revealed that the error from the Philadelphia Mint is much more prominent than the same one from the Denver Mint.
Collectors can see the 1942 date struck over a 1941 date.
The underlying "1" can be found on the left-hand side of the "2".
Plus, part of the doubled "4" is towards the bottom of the "4".
These dimes can be worth a pretty penny.
The site estimates that the 1942 Mercury Dime with the 42 over 41 is worth $508 if found in average condition.
However, if you have one in mint condition, these can start at $2,814 but reach $17,056 or more.
How to spot valuable coins
Make sure to check your spare change for any rare pennies, nickels, dimes, and others as many of these coins could sell for thousands.
Typically, the most valuable coins are ones with a low mintage or an error, as it makes them rare.
A great website to check if your coins are worth anything is eBay.
You just need to search the full coin name, select the "sold" listing and then toggle the search to "highest value”.
If your coins are rare and valuable, you can sell them on eBay or go through a specialist site such as Coinappraiser or USA Coin Book.
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