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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!
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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.

red book guide book of lincoln cents

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.

2009 Puerto Rico Quarter Errors, Varieties, & Values

2009 Puerto Rico Quarter Coin Errors, Varieties, and Values

2009 Puerto Rico quarter errors and varieties exist!  However, values depend on condition and it’s a well circulated coin.  Furthermore, this quarter shows a pre-die break.  Moreover, extra clouds formed by die chips display on this 2009 quarter.

2009 puerto rico quarter error

The best chance of finding rare and valuable 2009 Puerto Rico quarter dollar errors and varieties is by searching through uncirculated original wrapped bank rolls!

Additionally, examining 2009 mint sets ensures a mint state grade specimen.  Furthermore, doubled die references with images to compare 2009 quarters to are available via varietyvista.com.  Additionally, doubleddie.com is a reputable website.

puerto rico quarter error
2009 Quarter Values

Furthermore, values of coins vary.  For instance, a  2009 P Puerto Rico quarter graded MS67 Sold for $80.00.   Additionally, a 2009 D Puerto Rico quarter graded MS67 sold for $660.00.

The lowest population of the highest grade have the higher values.  Furthermore, 2009 quarters errors have asking prices of thirty dollars or more in raw condition on Ebay.  Additionally, 2009 is considered a low mintage year.

2009 quarter error
Puerto Rico Coin Design

Additionally, “the Puerto Rico quarter is the second in the District of Columbia and U.S. Territories Quarters Program.  Furthermore, explorer Christopher Columbus arrived at Puerto Rico (this Spanish name means “rich port,”) in 1493.  The island became a Spanish colony afterwards, and remained so for hundreds of years.”

“Although other nations tried to conquer Puerto Rico, Spain maintained its rule until the Spanish-American War.  Eventually, the island ceded to the United States in 1898. Moreover, in 1917 its residents became American citizens. Moreover, the territory has its own constitution, since it became a commonwealth in 1952.”

2009 d puerto rico quarter error

“Puerto Rico’s capital is San Juan.  San Juan is fortified to help protect it from sea attacks.  Furthermore, the city is surrounded by stone walls with sentry boxes where guards stand watch. 

A major element in Puerto Rico’s quarter design is a sentry box overlooking the sea.  Moreover, this box reminds us of Puerto Rico’s rich history, defensive strength, and strategic location in the Caribbean Sea.”

2009 quarter errors
Isle of Enchantment

Furthermore, “the other main image on the Puerto Rico quarter is the hibiscus flower.  This symbol speaks of the island’s natural history and tropical beauty.  “Isla del Encanto,” is inscribed as the islands motto.  It’s a Spanish phrase, which means “Isle of Enchantment.”” – usmint.gov

2009 Territory Quarters
2009 Puerto Rico quarter value

Fan of the 2009 District of Columbia and U.S. Territories Quarters Program?  First, watch the examination of this quarter in the video below.  Then, learn about 2009 U.S Virgin Islands quarter errors and varieties!

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