One such treasure hunt that has captured the imagination of collectors and enthusiasts alike is the quest for uncommon Bicentennial quarters.
Released in 1975 and 1976 to commemorate the 200th anniversary of American independence, the Bicentennial quarters are distinguished by their unique designs.
The reverse side features a colonial drummer accompanied by the motto "1776-1976," encircled by 13 stars representing the original colonies.
On the obverse side, George Washington's portrait remains unchanged, but the dual date of 1776-1976 marks them apart from other quarters in circulation.
While millions of Bicentennial quarters were minted, not all are created equal in the eyes of collectors.
Certain minting variations and errors have elevated some quarters to a status of rarity and value far beyond their face value of 25 cents.
This error resulted in a quarter that is approximately the size of a dime but bears the distinctive Bicentennial design.