Most Valuable Coins in Numismatic History 1. 1794 Flowing Hair Silver Dollar Considered the first silver dollar struck by the United States Mint, it is highly prized by collectors.
1933 Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle This $20 gold coin is highly sought after because nearly all were melted down after President Roosevelt banned the possession of gold coins.
1787 Brasher Doubloon Minted by goldsmith Ephraim Brasher, this early American gold coin is highly valued.
1804 Silver Dollar (Class I) – Known as the "King of American Coins," the 1804 Silver Dollar is highly coveted.
1913 Liberty Head Nickel – Only five known examples exist, making it one of the rarest U.S. coins. – Value: One example sold for $4.56 million in 2018.
1822 Half Eagle Only three examples are known to exist, making it an exceptionally rare gold coin.