we’re revealing the shocking story behind this numismatic legend and showing you exactly how to spot it.
🏔️ The $100,000 Mount Rushmore Masterpiece
2013 P “High-Relief” Experimental Quarter
✔ Ultra-rare test piece accidentally released by the Mint
✔ Dramatically deeper portraits than standard quarters
✔ Only 3-5 believed to exist
✔ Last private offer: $100,000 (ungraded)
Why So Valuable?
This was the Mint’s original sculptural vision before they simplified the design for mass production!
🔍 How to Spot This Hidden Treasure
Key Differences (Focus on Washington’s Face)
✅ Nose & Brow: Casts deep shadows like a sculpture
✅ Eye Detail: Pupils visible (flat on normal quarters)
✅ Mountain Texture: Individual rock grooves apparent
✅ Rim: Sharper edge than normal coins
Identification Steps
- Compare side-by-side with normal 2013 quarter
- Tilt under light to check shadow depth
- Use 10x magnification on facial features
Pro Tip: These were Philadelphia mint coins (no mintmark)
💵 Real-World Value Comparison
| Feature | Standard Quarter | High-Relief Error |
|---|---|---|
| Presidential Details | Flat | Museum-quality 3D |
| Strike Quality | Average | Exceptionally sharp |
| Value | $0.25 | $100,000+ |
🚨 What to Do If You Find One
- Handle by edges only (cotton gloves)
- Store in archival holder immediately
- Submit to PCGS/NGC for authentication
- Consign to Heritage Auctions for maximum value
Warning: Never clean it – you could erase $50,000+ in value!
🌎 Where This Quarter Could Be Hiding
- Coin rolls from 2013-2014
- Tourist change (could be anywhere globally!)
- Old tip jars or cash registers
True Story: One was found in a New York laundromat in 2018!
⚠️ Beware of Fakes!
Scammers try to:
❌ Alter normal quarters with engraving
❌ Sell “high relief” replicas as originals
Only Trust:
✔ PCGS/NGC certification
✔ Matches exact prototype features
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