A jaw-dropping error coin featuring the strange “V ON CENT” inscription (instead of “ONE CENT”) and “ORAMERICA” mistake has numismatic experts offering $100,000+ for pristine examples. Here’s why collectors are going wild over this mint mishap.
What Makes This Error So Valuable?
VISUALLY SHOCKING:
- “V” instead of “ONE”
- “ORAMERICA” instead of “OF AMERICA”
- “UNITEDSTATES” (missing space)
RECENT AUCTION RESULTS:
- MS-65 Example: $112,500 (2024)
- AU-58 Example: $48,000 (2023)
- VF-20 Example: $18,000 (2022)
How to Spot This Hidden Treasure
Look for the “V” where “ONE” should be
Check for “ORAMERICA” on the reverse
Find “UNITEDSTATES” (no space between words)
Verify the weight: Should be 3.11g (copper)
Where These Rare Errors Are Being Found
- Old piggy banks from the 1950s-60s
- Inherited collections gathering dust
- Coin dealer “junk bins” (before they’re identified)
- Estate sales in the Northeast
What To Do If You Find One
STOP! Handle only by edges with cotton gloves
Photograph both sides under bright light
Get it GRADED by PCGS/NGC immediately
Contact Heritage Auctions for valuation
“This is the most dramatic motto error I’ve seen in 30 years!”
- Michael Tremonti, Senior Numismatist at PCGS
Grading Makes ALL the Difference
| Grade | Value Range |
|---|---|
| MS-65+ | $100K-$150K |
| MS-63 | $50K-$75K |
| AU-55 | $20K-$35K |
| VF-30 | $8K-$15K |
DON’T SPEND ANOTHER PENNY BEFORE CHECKING!
