2009 Northern Mariana Islands Quarter

2009 Northern Mariana Islands Quarter Errors, Varieties, & Values

2009 Northern Mariana Islands quarter errors and varieties exist! For instance, observe the “glacier” die markings in the form of a die break on this 2009 quarter.  Moreover, arrows not the huge chip at the front of the boat.  

2009 mariana islands quarter error with pictures
Doubled Die Varieties

Furthermore, 2009 P Northern Mariana Islands doubled die variety quarters are available via doubleddie.com.  In other words, look for doubling on the branches of the palm trees. Additional listings are available via varietyvista.com.  Moreover, values vary and depend on the condition and rarity of the coin.

Finding Rare 2009 Quarters

The best chance of finding rare uncirculated quarter errors and varieties is by searching through original wrapped rolls. Additionally, examining 2009 mint sets ensures a mint state grade specimen.  These quarters sell for five dollars and up in raw condition via EbayDon’t forget to look for special strike satin finish state and national park quarters!

2009 northern mariana islands quarter error
2009 Northern Mariana Islands Quarter Values

Furthermore, 2009 Mariana Islands quarters don’t have to be a variety or error to be valuable. For instance, a 2009-P Mariana Islands quarter graded MS68, sold for $2000.00.

Furthermore, a 2009-D Mariana Islands quarter graded MS69, sold for $1,410.00. Additionally, a 2009-S 25C Mariana Islands silver quarter graded PR70DCAM, sold for $95.00.

2009 p mariana islands quarter error

Moreover, just over 35,000,000 of these quarters were minted. “The Mariana Islands quarter is the sixth and final in the 2009 District of Columbia and U.S. Territories Quarters Program.” – usmint.gov

First, check out a 2009 Guam quarter error.  Then, observe a 2009 U.S. Virgin Islands quarter.  Furthermore, keep in mind that all 2009 quarters have a low mintage, due to a recession.  In other words, production was halted.  Finally, check out a rare 2009 Puerto Rico quarter.  Happy hunting!

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2015 Saratoga New York Quarter Errors, Varieties, and Values

2015 Saratoga New York Quarter Errors, Varieties, and Values

Have you found a 2015 Saratoga New York national park doubled die variety quarter? As shown in the images, the “doubling shows inside the lower right opening in the handle of General Burgoyne’s sword.” – John Wexler.  Saratoga New York quarter errors have asking prices of five dollars and up in raw condition on Ebay.

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New York National Park Quarter Design

“At Saratoga in the autumn of 1777, American forces met, defeated and forced a major British army to surrender.  Moreover, this crucial American victory renewed patriots’ hopes for independence, secured essential foreign recognition and support, and forever changed the face of the world.”

“Furthermore, the battlefield, a monument to the fallen and the restored country house of American General Philip Schuyler make up the three sites of Saratoga National Historical Park.  Additionally, it was established as a national site in 1938.” – usmint.gov

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New York Quarter Values

2015 Saratoga New York national park quarters have asking prices of two dollars and up in raw condition.  Observe the sold listings showing what 2015 New York quarter errors recently sold for on Ebay.  Furthermore, graded quarters are valued much higher.

Saratoga Quarter Values

For instance, a 2015 P Saratoga New York quarter graded MS68, sold for $140.00.  Furthermore,  a 2015 D Saratoga New York quarter graded MS67+, sold for $300.00.  Additionally, a 2015 S Saratoga New York national park quarter graded MS68, sold for $695.00.

However, those quarters are valuable as a result of high mint state grades. Quarter errors and varieties are worth money because of the uniqueness of each specimen.  Additionally, the grade has an influence on value.

2015 saratoga quarter error
2015 National Park Quarter Doubled Die Varieties

Furthermore, 2015 Saratoga New York quarters display different doubled die varieties. Visit doubleddie.com for more images to compare the differing areas that the doubling displays on 2015 New York national park quarters.

Additionally, the best chance of finding a rare error or variety in mint state condition is to search mint sets, or uncirculated original bank wrapped quarter rolls.

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2003 Lincoln Cent Varieties

2003 Lincoln Cent Varieties

2003 Lincoln cent varieties and errors exist!  For instance, doubling displays on the central left side of the 7th column.  Moreover, an arrow notes the doubling to the right of the statue in the image below.

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Additionally, finding uncirculated 2003 Lincoln cent doubled die varieties isn’t as simple as looking at pocket change.  It’s not impossible to find one that way, but the chances are slim.  However, this 2003 Lincoln cent doubled die reverse variety was obtained from an original bank wrapped roll.

Furthermore, keeping a loupe on hand will help you find a coin that will sell for a few dollars above face value.   Moreover, the best chance of finding 2003 penny errors and varieties is by examining uncirculated original wrapped bank rolls.  Additionally, examining 2003 mint sets ensures a mint state grade coin specimen.

2003 lincoln cent varieties

The die markers match the 2003 1¢ WDDR-027 listed via doubleddie.com. Additionally, images to compare to are available via varietyvista.com.  More listings are available at coppercoins.com.

2003 Penny Value

Values vary of 2003 penny doubled die varieties.  This is because condition impacts eye appeal.  However, 2003 pennies don’t have to have an error or be a variety in order to be valuable.

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For instance, a 2003 Lincoln cent graded MS69 RD, sold for $175.00 in 2021.  Furthermore, a 2003 D Lincoln cent graded MS69 RD, sold for $595.00 in 2019.  Those coins didn’t have errors and they aren’t varieties.  They’re valuable because of flawless condition.

One Cent Pennies Worth Money

Lincoln memorial cents have a lot to offer when it comes to doubled die varieties.  However, the newer shield cents are just as worthy of examining closely.  For instance, a 2021 shield penny with a doubled ear lobe.

2003 penny error list

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1973 Lincoln Cent Errors, Varieties, & Values

1973 Lincoln Cent Errors, Varieties, & Values

1973 Lincoln cent errors and varieties exist!  First, all 1973 Lincoln cents are worth at least twice their face value due to their copper content.  For instance, 1973 pennies are 95% copper.  Furthermore, the one examined in this article displays a spiked head die crack error.

1973 Lincoln Cent errors
Arrow notes the "spiked head" die crack on a 1973 D Lincoln cent
1973 Lincoln Cent Values

Moreover, 1973 pennies in pristine condition increase in value.  For example, an uncirculated 1973 Lincoln cent graded 67+ RD, sold at auction for $3,850.00. 

Furthermore, a 1973-D 1C graded MS67RD, sold at auction for $4,994.00.  Any pennies with the lowest population of the highest grades is how profit is made in the coin industry.  A coin in flawless condition drastically increases its value.  However, a die variety generates even more profit.  

1973 Lincoln Cent errors list

Additionally, a 1973 Mint Set is selling between ten and twenty dollars on Amazon.   Furthermore, check out the auctions on Ebay.  These are the best way to find coins that increase the chances of getting the highest grade, whether they have errors or not.  

If you can find a coin that turns out to have the highest grade and is a variety or mint error, it would be like winning the coin lottery!    A teenager with a keen eye once found a cent worth a million dollars in their lunch money!
1973 d penny
1973 Doubled Die Varieties

Furthermore, 1973 Lincoln cent doubled die varieties exist!   For instance, listings with photos are available at doubleddie.com.   Additionally, there are more listings of examples with photos to compare at coppercoins.com, and varietyvista.com. 

Additionally, tune into and listen to Charles Daughtrey, author of “Looking Through Lincoln Cents,” as he searches through 1973 D pennies from an original bankroll.  Feel free to subscribe and join in any auctions for the opportunity to get rare doubled die variety pennies for a reduced price.

1973 penny error list
Arrows note a die chip and die scratches on the reverse of 1973 D Lincoln cent

Subscribe to Chuck Daughtrey, also known as Coppercoins, on Youtube, where you can register to bid for coins, and then tune in to his channel for live auctions and more mint roll reveals.  You can also keep up with current listings of coins for sale by visiting Coppercoins Ebay store.

1973 Pennies a Short Run Series

1973 pennies were a short run series and therefore collectible and pricey.   “The one year type design for 1973 has large initials on the reverse, and makes it even rarer than other strikes.  

A transitional error for this year with a reverse of 1972 or 1974 hasn’t been discovered yet, but that’s what experienced numismatist Chuck Daughtrey says to be on the lookout for.  1973 Cents are famous for displaying a repunched mint mark or RPM.

Are you a Lincoln cent collector?  Check out a 2014 Lincoln shield cent with a die clash mint error next.  Happy hunting!  This website is a partnered associate and contains affiliate links, which enable me to earn commissions from various partners. Full disclosure is available here.  Partners include Ebay, Amazon, Google Adsense, and others.

2016 West Virginia Quarter

2016 West Virginia Harpers Ferry John Brown’s Fort National Park Quarter Coin

2016 West Virginia quarter errors and varieties exist! For instance, 2016 West Virginia Harpers Ferry John Brown’s Fort Quarter is known for several doubled die varieties.  

2016 harpers ferry quarter error
Arrows note a form of doubling of the middle barrel on a 2016 Harpers Ferry Quarter

However, the doubling is difficult to see in the windows without a magnifying tool or jewelry loupe.  That’s why a coin microscope is a vital tool for finding mint errors and varieties like this 2016 quarter.

2016 West Virginia Quarter Values

Furthermore, the value of 2016 West Virginia quarter errors in raw condition range between two and five dollars on Ebay.   Moreover, records show that a 2016-P 25C Harpers Ferry NP graded MS68 sold for $325.00.  

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Arrows note die breaks on a 2016 Harpers Ferry John Brown's Fort quarter

Additionally, a 2016-D 25C Harpers Ferry NP quarter graded MS67 sold for $125.00.   However, those West Virginia quarters are in nearly flawless condition.

Furthermore, serious error coin detectives tend to buy original unwrapped bank rolls of quarters or unopened mint sets to search through for variety and error coins. That’s because the coins in flawless condition are the most valuable of die variety and coin errors.

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Arrows note doubling of the windows on a John Brown's Fort 2016 Quarter

In other words, the lowest population of the highest grades do obtain the highest value.  However, variety and error coins don’t have to be in flawless condition to be of great value.  For instance, observe the asking prices for  rare struck through error coins on Ebay!  

2016 John Brown's Fort National Park Quarter Design

Moreover,  John Brown’s Fort is located at the meeting of the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers.  Furthermore, the history of Harpers Ferry involves a diverse number of people and events influencing the course of America’s national history. 

2016 quarter errors
Arrow notes a pre-die-break on a 2016 Harpers Ferry National Park Quarter Dollar

Harpers Ferry witnessed the first successful application of interchangeable manufacture, the arrival of the first successful American railroad.  In other words, the railroad enhanced America’s economy.




John Brown’s attack on slavery, the largest surrender of Federal troops during the Civil War, and the education of former slaves in one of the earliest integrated schools in the United States.  Education of all peoples still contributes to enhancing economical evolution to this day.

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Arrow notes a die break on the 2016 John Brown's Fort Quarter

Furthermore, this place was established as a national site in 1944. That is why the reverse of 2016 West Virginia quarters feature John Brown’s Fort, at the site of John Brown’s last stand during his raid on the Harpers Ferry Armory.- usmint.gov.

2016 Harpers Ferry Quarter Errors & Varieties To Look For

First, watch the full quarter examination in the video below.  Then visit doubleddie.com for more images of doubled die coin variety 2016 quarters to view and compare your rare coins with. 

Furthermore, if you’ve got a rare coin you want to sell, then take good photos of the obverse and reverse and list it on Ebay with accurate descriptions. Additionally, get an idea about how to list your coin by looking at the examples of others.   Finally, check out an examination of a 2016 North Dakota national park quarter error with pictures!

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2009 Lincoln Cent Errors, Varieties, & Values




2009 Lincoln Cent Professional Life Errors, Varieties, & Values

2009 Lincoln Cent doubled die varieties and other errors exist on bicentennial pennies!  First, be aware that the 2009 Lincoln cent professional life coins were struck in low mintage.  Second, keep in mind that the lower the population in the highest grades, the more valuable these coins are.

2009 professional life penny error

Furthermore, doubled die varieties and errors exist with increased value. Moreover, reliable online resources for comparing images to the “doubling found in the windows on the building” of the 2009 Lincoln Cent can be found via varietyvista.com.  Additionally, check out the listings at doubleddie.com.




2009 Professional Life Bicentennial Cent

According to PCGS Coin Facts, a 2009 1C Lincoln-Professional graded MS68RD sold for nearly $2000.00.  However, it wasn’t an error, nor designated as a variety.  In other words, it’s valuable because any coin in flawless condition has a dramatic impact on value.

2009 professional life penny error value
Where to Find Mint State Grade 2009 Lincoln Cents

Additionally, private dealers list uncirculated rolls and sets still sealed in original packaging on Ebay at reasonable prices or through their coin shop websites. 




However, some collectors get boxes of pennies from the bank to search through, as another way to find valuable coins in mint state condition to hunt through for varieties and errors.

2009 lincoln penny error
Making a Living in the Coin Industry

Coin roll hunting is in fact a form of self employment.  It can be very time consuming, but that’s how some people have learned to make a living in the coin industry. 




Finders get to decide what to do with whatever treasures they find.  Many search to keep for themselves or do the research to garner a small profit and list what they’ve found for sale online.  Furthermore, they will sell original bank wrapped rolls of 2009 Professional Life Lincoln cents for coin roll hunters to purchase and search through.

2009 professional life penny error list
Arrow points to a die crack extending from the top of the "L" of LIBERTY

The most flawless coins are those usually sent off to be graded by a grading company such as ANACS or PCGS. Then, the coin is consigned with companies like Heritage Auctions, or Stacks & Bowers, but not always.  Moreover, some dealers choose to list their coins on the market in raw condition.

Professional Life in Illinois 2009 Lincoln Cent Design

Abraham Lincoln worked at different jobs in Illinois, including piloting a steamboat. However, he had also become interested in politics, and with studying and practicing law. 

Lincoln Bicentennial penny
2009 Bicentennial Series Proffesional Life Cent

Elected to the Illinois General Assembly in 1834, he then moved to Springfield, the capital of Illinois in 1837, where Lincoln married and started his family.”

2009 lincoln cent penny value
The arrow points to a die chip atop the hair of Lincoln's head
Abraham Lincoln Professional Life

“Doing well as a lawyer, he won election to the U.S. House of Representatives in 1846.  Moreover, Lincoln’s debates made him nationally famous.  Furthermore, they showcased his debating skills, clear thinking, sense of moral, and content of character.  Two years later, the Republicans nominated him to run for president, and he won the election.”

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“The 2009 Professional Life coin design represents Lincoln standing outside the state house of Illinois. It reminds us of his career in law and politics before he ran for the presidency.”

2009 penny error list
Lincoln Bicentennial One Cent Series Program

“The 2009 Lincoln Bicentennial One Cent Program offered four different reverse designs within the year of 2009.  Moreover, the year 2009 was not only the 200th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln’s birth, but also the 100th anniversary of the Lincoln cent, first appearing in 1909.  Furthermore, the Lincoln image remained on the obverse (front) of all four cents in the limited edition series.”

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Furthermore, the four different images applied highlighted four parts of Lincoln’s life. The first minted represents his Birth and Early Childhood in Kentucky. Moreover, the second depicts his Formative Years in Indiana. Additionally, the third design presents his Professional Life in Illinois and the fourth his Presidency in Washington, DC.”

First, watch the footage of the examination of the 2009 Lincoln Cent professional life coin listed above.  Then, check out an examination of a rare 2009 Formative Years Lincoln bicentennial cent lamination error.

Doubled Die Variety Listings of the 2009 Professional Life Lincoln Cent Doubled Die Varieties Via Coppercoins!

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1776 1976 Bicentennial Quarter Errors, Varieties, & Values

1776-1976 Bicentennial Quarter Errors, Varieties, & Values

1776-1976 Bicentennial Quarter errors and varieties exist!  Furthermore, bicentennial drummer boy coin errors and varieties are extremely valuable quarters.  Check out bicentennial error and variety coins worth looking for.

bicentennial quarter error

For instance, doubling displays on both the obverse and reverse of some 1776 to 1976 quarters.  Note the device lettering of “In God We Trust” appearing stretched in the image below.  In other words, the letters display extra thickness.

Furthermore, struck-through grease errors on the drummer boy quarter is common and not considered rare.  However, a doubled die variety drummer boy quarter is rare and a coin specimen desired by rare coin collectors.  Moreover, a coin microscope is necessary to find doubled dies and for detecting other 1776-1976 bicentennial quarter errors. 

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For instance, a keen inspector examining 1976 mint sets lead to the discovery of a 1976-S bicentennial drummer boy quarter doubled die obverse variety coin!   Furthermore, even without being an error or variety coin, a 1976 quarter in flawless mint state condition is extremely valuable.  

1976 Drummer Boy Quarter Doubled Die Variety Value

For instance, a 1976 D PCGS AU55 FS-101 Double Doubled Die Obverse Washington Quarter graded AU55, (meaning almost uncirculated,) sold for $474.99.

1776 to 1976 quarter error value

Furthermore, a 1976-D 25C DDO FS-101 graded MS65, sold for $3246.00.  In other words, the more pristine the condition of a bicentennial quarter dollar variety coin, the more valuable it is.

1776 - 1976 Bicentennial Quarter Value

Furthermore, bicentennial quarter errors sell for five dollars and up to thousands of dollars. However, I reiterate that it depends on the type of variety or error coin it is, and the condition of the quarter.  Appeal attracts higher bids.

bicentennial quarter error

For instance, a 1976 no mint mark quarter graded MS63, sold for $633.00.   Additionally, a 1976-d bicentennial quarter graded MS68, sold for nearly $7000.00.

Finding Rare 1776-1976 Bicentennial Quarters
1976 bicentennial drummer boy quarter errors and varieties are most often discovered while hunting through original unwrapped bank rolls, through an inheritance, or in pocket change. 
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Furthermore, it’s easy to get an idea of its worth by comparing the condition of bicentennial quarters to the images online of the most valuable quarters that are already graded.

However,  there’s a required investment to have a coin graded.  For instance, sometimes it’s better to just list the coin for sale in raw condition on sites such as Ebay.

bicentennial quarter error list

In other words, the cost of investment doesn’t always increase the return of investment.  You don’t want to lose money from your investment.  You do however want to at least break even.

Furthermore, the best chance of finding a 1776 – 1976 bicentennial quarter error or variety in mint state condition is by searching through uncirculated original bank wrapped rolls.   Additionally, examine all 1976 mint sets for the 1976-s doubled die obverse quarter.

1776 1976 quarter error
1776 - 1976 Bicentennial Quarter Error & Variety Values

For instance, a 1976-D 25C Bicentennial doubled die obverse, titled DDO FS-101 (028) graded MS65, sold for nearly $4000.00.  Furthermore, doubled die variety listings are available to compare images via doubleddie.com.

Bicentennial Quarter Errors

Furthermore, PCGS has a 1976-D 25C Bicentennial Quarter — Struck on a Nickel Planchet Mint Error on record.  It was graded MS67, certified by NGC, and sold for more than $5000.00.

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1976 Quarter Errors

1776 – 1976 bicentennial quarters are certainly worth taking the time and making the effort to carefully examine.  They’ve sold in raw condition for $25.00 and up on Ebay!

1776-1976 Bicentennial Quarter Design

In 1976 the quarter dollar had already used a portrait of George Washington on the front since 1932, the 200th anniversary of Washington’s birth.  

1776 1976 us quarter errors

Furthermore, the bicentennial design on the reverse features a colonial drummer boy and a victory torch surrounded by thirteen stars.  This quarter dollar was minted in the years 1975 and 1976, and display the dual dates of 1776-1976.

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Best Selling Coin Microscopes

Moreover, during the release of the Bicentennial quarters, no coins of this denomination carried the single date of 1975 or 1976. The 1776-1976 bicentennial coin is fondly called the “drummer boy quarter.”

1976 quarter error list
Looking for 1776 -1976 Bicentennial Quarter Errors

Furthermore, after being minted for only a short period of time, people hoarded bicentennial quarters by the rolls.  Those same people are now making profits selling single listings or selling the quarters by the roll online.   

Check out the die markings on a 2012 Alaska State doubled die reverse quarter!   Finally, this website is a partnered associate and contains affiliate links, which enable me to earn commissions from various partners. Full disclosure is available here.  Partners include Ebay, Amazon, Google Adsense, and others.

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2012 Alaska Denali Quarter Errors, Varieties, & Values

2012 Alaska Denali National Park Quarter Errors, Varieties & Values

2012 Alaska Denali Quarter varieties and errors exist!  Furthermore, die varieties and errors increase the value of national park quarters.  Most importantly, you must know what to look for that makes them rare and valuable. 

2012 quarter error
Doubling Displays Behind The Dall Sheep's Neck
Denali Alaska Quarter Values

Hidden treasures certainly exist within pocket change.  To clarify, Denali quarter varieties in raw condition sell between $5 and $20.00 dollars on Ebay.  However, 2012 Alaska quarters don’t have to have errors or be a variety to be valuable.

For instance, a 2012-P 25C Denali NP quarter without any errors, but with a certified mint state grade of MS67, sold at auction for nearly $700.00 dollars.  Additionally, a 2012-D 25C Denali National Park quarter graded MS68, sold at auction for $200.00.

2012 Denali Alaska quarters worth money
Slight Doubling Displays Behind the Dall Sheep's Neck
Finding Denali Alaska Quarter Error & Variety Specimens

The best chance of finding Denali quarter errors and varieties in mint state condition is by searching through original wrapped bank rolls.  Furthermore, examining 2012 mint sets ensures a mint state grade coin specimen.

2012 Denali National Park Quarter Die Varieities

2009 Denali doubled die varieties exist!  More listings are are available at doublededdie.com and varietyvista.com for comparisons.  Watch the full examination of a 2012 P Denali doubled die reverse in the video below.  Then, check out a 2017 Ellis Island New Jersey quarter with unique die markings!

2012 Denali Alaska Quarter Feeder Finger Error
2012 Alaska Quarter With Feeder Finger Errors
2012 Denali National Park and Preserve Quarter Design

Denali National Park and Preserve 2012 quarters, were the last of 2012, and the 15th in the America the Beautiful Quarters® Program. The land was set aside as Mount McKinley National Park, and it harbors an ever-changing glacier-rich landscape.”  “Denali is six million acres of wild land bisected by one ribbon of road.” – nps.gov

The park expanded in 1980 and went from 2 million to 6 million acres after that.  Then the name was changed to Denali National Park & Preserve.  Within the park’s borders has stood the tallest mountain in North America, known as Mount McKinley, towering more than 20,000 feet high.”

Alaska’s native people migrated throughout the land with the seasons.  That is to say they would fish, gather plants, and hunt large mammals in the area. 

Visiting Denali National Park In Alaska

As a park this protects the wildlife and their habitats along with the people.  Primary species include grizzly bears, caribou, wolves, Dall sheep, moose and more.  Make Reservations to visit Denali National Park today!  Additionally, regard and respect the protective territorial.

You might spot a Bigfoot or other undiscovered species of creatures, so certainly don’t forget your wildlife camera!  Above all, invest in making memories you’ll be glad to share as stories with future generations to come.

“For years I wondered if ordinary people in the United States ever take photographs while out hiking in the woods and then discover afterwards that there was a Bigfoot watching them, unnoticed in the trees.” – Mount Denali

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2020 American Samoa Quarter Errors, Varieties, & Values

2020 American Samoa Quarter Errors, Varieties, & Values

2020 American Samoa quarter errors and varieties exist!  It was a year rife with mistakes slipping out of the mint.  The United States Mint had to ramp up production of national park quarters because of the coin shortage.  

2020 bat quarter error
Arrows Note a Struck-through Bat Quarter Error

Moreover, pressure to produce a greater quantity impacted quality, meaning more error coins escaped the mint.  For instance, as shown, struck-through error quarters are most prominent on the American Samoa bat quarters.

2020 American Samoa Quarter Values

Furthermore, 2020 national park quarters are very valuable!  For instance, a 2020-D quarter graded MS67, sold at auction for $621.00.  Additionally, a 2020 S American Samoa quarter graded MS67, sold for $295.00.  These quarter dollar coins are valuable because of their high mint state grades.

2020 american samoa quarter error
Arrows note a form of doubling displayed in the letters "U" & "M" of UNUM

Moreover, a 2020 D American Samoa NP quarter graded MS68, sold for $330.00.  In other words, coins don’t have to have errors to be valuable, if they’re in pristine condition.  For instance, a 2020 P American Samoa NP quarter graded MS68, sold at auction for $400.00.

2020 American Samoa Quarter Errors & Varieties

Furthermore, did you note in the image above how doubling displays in several letters of “America” on this 2020 American Samoa national park quarter?  Additionally, did you know that machine doubling exists on a coin that’s also a genuine doubled die?   While not likely to sell at a coin shop, unique national park quarters with machine doubling do sell on Ebay

2020 quarter error list

Additionally, doubled die reverse variety quarters are rare and therefore extremely valuable.   The best chance of finding mint state grade doubled die reverse variety quarters is by searching through original wrapped bank rolls sold via Ebay.

How to Flip Coins like People Flip Houses

Furthermore, inexperienced rare coin hunters are making new discoveries just by doing their diligent research of learning what to look for.  For instance, once you know what you’ve found, take good pictures to upload and be honest in the description.  Then practice patience once you’ve created and launched your own Ebay listing.

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As a result, you should find yourself flipping coins online in the same way people flip houses.  Additionally, searching 2020 mint sets ensures a mint state grade proof specimen.

2020 National Park of American Samoa Quarter Design

The 2020 bat quarters feature a Samoan fruit bat mother hanging in a tree with her pup.  Unfortunately, the 2020 bat quarter dollar coin also gained notoriety over its design in 2020. 

2020 national park quarter errors
American Samoa Quarter Dollar

Excitedly, these quarters display feeder finger errors, struck-through errors (blind bat quarter,) off-center errors and more! However, also look for the West Point Mint special edition privy mark on 2020 quarters.

2020 w quarters also display errors and varieties.  Most importantly, get a  coin microscope!  It’s an essential tool required for successfully finding rare variety coins.

american samoa quarter error
An arrow notes a die chip on the bat's ear of a 2020 American Samoa Quarter
Where to Find Flawless Coins

Furthermore, unless you know where to get flawless coins, or come across one in pocket change, the 2020-w American Samoa quarters in high mint state grades are only available for purchase through private coin dealers.

Moreover,  major auction agencies will only consign a coin that’s graded and certified by a reputable grading company, such as ANACS.

American Samoa National Park History

The National Park of American Samoa is located southwest of Hawaii.  Furthermore, the site includes sections of three islands.  It’s one of the most remote in the U.S. National Park System.  Moreover, these islands from the mountaintops to the coast, are all tropical rain-forest.

The park’s area combined is 13,500 acres, with 4,000 acres underwater.”  Plan a visit to this not so secret paradiseTake the appropriate precautions as you make reservations and set yourself up to experience the adventure of a lifetime.

national park quarters

However, even if you can’t go on an extravagant national park vacation, you can still keep an eye out for a bat quarter error in pocket change.  Most importantly, keep watch for all new discoveries of National Park Quarter Doubled Die Reverse Varieties.   Happy hunting!

Coin Hunting Resources

Additionally, bookmark doubleddie.com and the master listings on varietyvista.com for doubled die images to use as references.  Invest in the tools and educational material to study.  For instance, “The Cherry-Picker’s Guide” is recommended by numerous coin shops.

2020 quarter error list
Arrow points to die chip on a bat wing
The Great American Coin Hunt & West Point Quarters

Finally, only two million of the West Point quarters were minted of each 2019 & 2020 special edition designs.  In other words, if you notice a W mint mark on the front of any quarters, then keep them.  They’re very rare and valuable! 

The Great American Coin Hunt is a positive historical event that took place during the years of 2019 and 2020.  Check out what a rare Special Edition 75th Privy Mark West Point Mint 2020 W Weir Farm Quarter with a die crack looks like next.

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2007 Utah Quarter Errors

2007 Utah State Quarter Errors, Varieties, & Values

2007 Utah quarter errors and varieties exist!  First, observe the anomalies encircled in red as shown in the images.  Moreover, these die markings add rarity appeal to coin collectors.  For instance, note the filled die error in “Liberty.”

2007 Utah Quarter Error
Filled "B" Die Break Displaying on a 2007 Utah Quarter

Moreover, the best chance of finding a rare uncirculated error or variety specimen is by searching through original bank wrapped rolls of quarters.   Additionally, examining 2007 mint sets ensures a mint state grade specimen.

Utah State Quarter Design

Furthermore, “The last quarter released in 2007 honors Utah, the 45th state and the 45th quarter in the 50 State Quarters Program.  Utah’s quarter features two trains facing the golden spike that joined the tracks of the Central Pacific and Union Pacific railroads in 1869 at Promontory, Utah.

utah quarter error
Circles note a filled "6" of 1896 and die markings on a 2007 Utah State Quarter

The state’s population grew quickly after the railroad was built and the mining industry blossomed. Technological changes like the railroad soon caused industry to replace farming as the base of Utah’s economy.

utah state quarter error

The newly-laid track made it possible for people to cross the continent of North America by rail. Furthermore, this was the easiest and cheapest way to travel in the days before cars and airplanes. 

Moreover, it linked the East to West by train and changed both the Utah Territory and the rest of the nation forever.  For this Utah gained the title “Crossroads of the West.”

2007 p utah quarter error value

Utah’s Governor Jon M. Huntsman, Jr., announced the choice for the quarter design at the 137th anniversary of the Joining of the Rails at Promontory on May 10, 2006.” – usmint.gov

2007 Utah Quarter Value

State quarter coin errors and varieties are valuable to many collectors.  However, so are the most flawless pristine coins. For instance, a 2007-P 25C Utah statehood quarter graded MS67, sold for $154.00.

Furthermore, the lowest population of a coin in the highest grade increases the value.  For instance, A 2007-D 25C Utah state quarter graded MS68, sold at auction for $900.00.

2007 utah quarter error value
Interior Die Break

Additionally, look at what other Utah quarter errors and varieties are selling for on Ebay.  Moreover, it’ll give you an idea of how to list your quarter dollar coin in raw condition if you don’t intend to send your specimen off to be graded.

Circulated coins are worth money, especially if there is a significant error.  However, they’re otherwise likely to be at or just above face value.  Furthermore, quarters with errors or unique die markings in raw condition have asking prices of $5 dollars and up on Ebay.

2007 utah quarter
Interior Die Break in the Wheel Spokes of the Train

Furthermore, doubled die varieties with images to compare are available via doubleddie.com and varietyvista.com. First, observe the anomalies encircled in red as shown in the images.

train error quarters
Arrows note interior die breaks on the trains of the Utah quarters
liberty coin error
Filled "B" quarter error
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Arrow notes a die chip in the window of the train

Check out another 2007 state quarter error coin examination!   

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