Rare United States coins share a glimpse into American history and can hold generational wealth.
One coin in particular, the 1894-S Barber dime, has been coveted by collectors far and wide.
Barber dimes were minted between 1892 through 1916 at four different mints, but in 1894, only 24 were issued in San Francisco, with nine known to survive.
The dimes “have become one of the most sought-after, mysterious and prized rarities in U.S. history,” according to Blanchard & Company, a rare coin and precious metal firm headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana.
David Zanca, Blanchard’s senior portfolio manager, told Fox News Digital that this coin is so valuable because it is very rare.
“However, rarity needs a story to create value. This coin has tremendous rarity and a great story. A rare coin that has a history tied to a little girl named Hallie [Daggett] and ice cream cones. That is as good as it gets,” said Zanca via email.
