Rare 1652 Coin Sells for Record Price

A rare silver coin from the Boston Mint, minted in 1652, recently sold for over $2.5 million at auction, setting a record for non-gold coins minted before the establishment of the US Mint. This coin, featuring 'NE' for New England, is one of only three known examples. Meanwhile, collectors in Australia are advised to check for a 2000 $1 'mule' coin, which can sell for thousands due to a minting error. Similarly, a rare 2014 £2 Lord Kitchener coin with a 'mule error' in the UK is valued at around £1,240. Errors such as these, along with design flaws in other coins like the Sir Isaac Newton 50p and various £1 and 20p coins, have sparked interest among collectors. These coins' values are significantly boosted by their rarity and minting mistakes, prompting enthusiasts to search their change for potential treasures.