1999 Delaware Quarter "Spitting Horse" Varieties & Values
The 1999 P Delaware state quarter famously displays the “Spitting Horse” Die Variety. Moreover, it got the name for the die crack at the horse’s mouth. Quarters like this sold for $35.00 or more in raw condition on Ebay.
Furthermore, ANACS and NGC are two inexpensive options for those on a budget that want to have the variety graded and slabbed. The condition of the coins, and the prominence of errors or anomalies on them contributes to their value.
Additionally, the Delaware state quarter released in 1999. It represents The First State. This coin celebrates Caesar Rodney’s historic horseback ride in 1776. – usmint.gov
Delaware Quarter Values
Furthermore, a 1999-P 25C Delaware State quarter graded MS66, sold at auction for $4,888.00 in 2008. One graded MS69 has an estimated price guide value of $14,000! However, a 1999-D 25C Delaware state quarter graded MS64, sold at auction for $1,380.00 in 2003.
Additionally, a Delaware state quarter graded MS69 has an estimated value of $9,500. Those quarter coins are valuable strictly based on the condition of the coin meanwhile, without the famous “spitting horse” die crack.
Moreover, the coin with the lowest population of the highest grade gets the greater value. In other words, that’s why it’s recommended to buy original wrapped rolls to search. 1999 P and 1999 D Delaware state quarters also display doubled dies!
Images for comparison can be found at doubleddie.com. Keep in mind the condition of the quarter. Additionally, searching 1999 mint sets ensures a mint state grade specimen.
State & National Park Quarter Rarities
Many rare state quarters display similar anomalies, such as the 2004 Michigan State Quarter, 2003 Illinois State Quarter, and a 2003 Missouri State Quarter.
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1999 Quarter Doubled Die Obverse Variety Coin
Look for doubling under Washington’s ear lobe. Check out an examination of a 1999 Delaware quarter doubled die obverse variety by clicking here. Additionally, please like the footage and subscribe to my coin examination channel, thank you!
