Here are the 10 Most Expensive Coins in the World, One Worth Rp 142.6 Billion

Coins are commonly used by people around the world as currency for small purchases. However, some coins are now worth billions of rupiah. This is due to several factors, such as age, rarity, and historical significance.

According to *Wealthy Gorilla*, here is a list of the 10 most expensive coins in the world.

1. Flowing Hair Silver/Copper Dollar (1794) – US$ 10 Million or Rp 142.6 Billion (Exchange rate Rp 14,263/US$)

The Flowing Hair Silver/Copper Dollar is considered the most expensive coin in the world, valued at US$ 10 million or Rp 142.6 billion. Several numismatic experts believe this is the first silver coin minted and issued by the US Federal Government.

2. Double Eagle (1933) – US$ 7.6 Million or Rp 108.4 Billion

This coin was minted in 1933. However, its circulation was withdrawn from the public and subsequently melted down. This was because the then US President, Theodore Roosevelt, forbade anyone from possessing gold.

3. Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle (1907) – US$ 7.6 Million or Rp 108.4 Billion

The Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle was difficult to produce in large quantities due to its intricate design. This production difficulty ultimately led to the cessation of its production.

4. Brasher Doubloon (1787) – US$ 7.4 Million or Rp 105.5 Billion

This coin was created in 1787 to persuade the state of New York in the United States to replace gold with copper for coin production. This coin was purchased by Wall Street for US$ 7.4 million in 2011.

5. Edward III Florian (1343) – US$ 6.8 Million or Rp 96.9 Billion

The oldest coin on this list is 670 years old. Its high value is due to its age of six centuries and its status as one of the rarest coins.

6. Liberty Head Nickel – Mortan-Smith-Eliasberg (1913) – US$ 4.5 Million or Rp 64.2 Billion

The Liberty Head Nickel is among the most expensive coins due to its rarity and its exceptionally beautiful, mirror-like surface. However, there is controversy surrounding this coin because it lacks official production records.

7. Silver Dollar Class 1 (1804) – US$ 4.1 Million or Rp 58.5 Billion

This coin was owned by several famous figures such as the Sultan of Muscat, Henry Chapman, Virgil Brand, and the Poque Family. It was sold in August 1999 for US$ 4.1 million.

8. $1 Million Gold Maple Leaf (2007) – US$ 4.02 Million or Rp 57.3 Billion

In 2010, this coin was sold for US$ 4.02 million or Rp 57.3 billion at the Dorotheum auction house in Vienna, Austria. Produced in 2007, this coin contains 99.999% pure gold and weighs 100 kilograms.

9. Bust Dollar – Class 1 Dexter-Poque Specimen (1804) – US$ 3.8 Million or Rp 54.2 Billion

This coin was issued in 1804 in Germany. On March 31, 2017, it sold for US$ 3.8 million or Rp 57.3 billion by Stack's Bowers Galleries & Sotheby's.

10. Liberty Head Nickel – Hawai-Five-O Star (1913) – US$ 3.7 Million or Rp 52.7 Billion

This coin was issued in 1913 and was featured in the 1970s TV series, Hawai Five-O. In 2007, it sold for US$ 3.7 million or Rp 52.7 billion.

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