The earliest known coins, such as the Lydian Stater (also known as the Lydian Lion), are incredibly valuable due to their historical significance and rarity.
While a definitive price is difficult to provide, historical and auction records give us some indication:
- The Lydian Stater , considered the first coin ever made, could be worth upwards of $100,000, with some estimates reaching $2.5 million for particularly fine examples.
- Some smaller denominations or those in less pristine condition might be less expensive. For instance, a Lydian 1/24th stater once sold for $12,000.
- Other ancient coins, like the [Shekel of Tyre] , minted later, have achieved prices of up to $3 million at auction.
The exact value depends on various factors:
- Rarity: How many examples of that particular coin still exist?
- Condition: Is the coin well-preserved, with clear features and minimal damage?
- Provenance: Does the coin have a documented history of ownership and discovery?
- Market demand: How strong is the current interest in collecting ancient coins?
If you are interested in owning a piece of this early history, you might find more affordable options like Roman denarii, Persian Darics , or Greek drachmas from reputable dealers, [according to Coin ID Scanner].
What’s the rarest 1 coin?
Thanks for asking. 2011 Edinburgh £1. Mintage: 935,000. …
2011 Cardiff (Wales) £1. Mintage: 1,615,000. …
2010 London City £1. Mintage: 2,635,000. …
2014 Thistle & Bluebell £1. Mintage: 5,185,000. …
2013 Daffodil & Leek £1. Mintage: 5,270,000. …
2013 Rose & Oak £1. Mintage: 5,270,000. …
2014 Flax & Shamrock £1. …
2010 Belfast £1.
What coin is worth $1,000,000?
The 100-kilogram (220-pound) Canadian Gold Maple Leaf is a novelty coin produced by the Royal Canadian Mint with a face value of $1 million. Made of 99.999% pure gold, this monolithic coin features the iconic maple leaf design on the reverse and a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse.