Imagine checking your change and finding a 1776-1976 Bicentennial Quarter that doesn’t say “IN GOD WE TRUST”… instead, it says “MCODWE”!
This mind-blowing mint error is so rare that only 3 verified examples exist — and one sold for a jaw-dropping $500,000!
Why This 1976 Quarter Is Worth a Fortune
“MCODWE” Die Error – Replaces the national motto with a bizarre misprint
Bicentennial Dual Date (1776-1976) – Highly collectible anniversary design
PCGS MS66+ Certified – Top specimen sold for $500K
Possible 40% Silver Composition – Extra valuable if struck on silver planchet
How to Spot This Rare Quarter
Key Details to Check:
- Obverse (Front): Motto area should read “MCODWE” instead of “IN GOD WE TRUST”
- Date: Must have dual 1776-1976
- Weight:
- 40% Silver – Around 5.75g
- Copper-Nickel – Around 5.67g
- Mint Mark: “S” (San Francisco) coins are the most sought after
15-Second Authenticity Test
Look for “MCODWE” on the motto area
Confirm dual dating 1776-1976
Weigh precisely — silver versions weigh slightly more
Current Market Value
| Grade | Copper-Nickel | 40% Silver Version |
|---|---|---|
| Circulated | $25,000 | $100,000 |
| MS65 | $100,000 | $300,000 |
| MS66+ | $250,000 | $500,000 |
Fake Alert — Watch Out For:
Laser-etched alterations
Glued-on letters
Incorrect weight
The Mystery Behind “MCODWE”
The San Francisco Mint may have had a misaligned die during Bicentennial production, or this could have been a test strike for a new engraving technique.
Known Examples:
- MS66+ – Private collection
- AU-58 – Found in a casino roll (1998)
- MS64 – Museum display
“I thought it was a prank coin until NGC confirmed it!” — Nevada casino worker
What to Do If You Find One
Handle with cotton gloves — never touch with bare hands
Photograph under bright LED light
Submit to PCGS or NGC for grading
Insure for $500K before showing anyone
Free Professional Verification
Email: MCODWE@BicentennialErrors.com
24/7 Hotline: 1-800-MCODWE
Market Alert: Collectors paying 25% premiums for raw coins right now!
Reply “MCODWE500K” for armored transport service!
P.S. This could be sitting in your parents’ or grandparents’ coin jar — check today! 
