This proof coin, a restrike of the original, brought in $2.3 million. It is highly prized due to its rarity and the storied history of when and how these high-grade 1804 Silver Dollars were struck.

Coin collecting is more than just a hobby; for many, it’s a literal treasure hunt in the pursuit of fine silver and financial rewards. Silver dollars ... the 1804 Draped Bust represents a ...