1970 Doubled Die Penny Variety & More




1970 Doubled Die Penny Variety

1970 doubled die penny variety coins exist!  Furthermore, the 1970 Lincoln cent in the lowest population with the highest grade is valuable and worth grading. For instance, a 1970-S 1C Lg Date Doubled Die Obverse graded MS66 RD, sold at auction for $24,150.

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1970 Doubled Die Variety Penny Values

Additionally, a 1970-S 1C Lg Date, Doubled Die Obverse Large Date graded MS64 BN, sold at auction for $3675.00.  Moreover, a 1970-S Doubled Die Obverse (Large Date) graded MS66 RD, sold at auction for $9000.00.




Furthermore, 1970 pennies don’t have to be of any variety or errors to be valuable.  For example, a 1970 D Lincoln cent graded MS67+RD, sold at auction for $2820.00.  
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Additionally, a 1970 Lincoln cent graded MS67+RD, sold at auction for $4,406.00.  Check out the sold listings of 1970 S doubled die Lincoln cents sold in raw condition on Ebay.

1970 Penny Varieties

The 1970-S Small Date, also known as the “High 7” variety, shows the top of the digit “7” in the date perfectly lining up with tops of the other three numerals in the date. Thus, the tops of all four date digits should all align with an imaginary plane atop of the date.”

large date cent 1970 s penny

Meanwhile, the 1970-S Large Date, otherwise known as the “Low 7,” depicts the top of the “7” sitting lower than the tops of the other digits. ” However, the date isn’t the sole diagnostic that one can use to attribute a 1970-S Small Date.  On the valuable variety, the inscription “LIBERTY” appears weak and strong on the large date version. – PCGS

1970 S Large and Small Date Variety Penny Values

Values vary for 1970 S large and small date die varieties as well.  For example, a 1970-S Large Date Lincoln penny, graded MS67+RD, sold at auction for $1500.00.  Finally, a 1970-S 1C Small Date, graded MS67 RD, sold at auction for $2464.00.

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Furthermore, 1970 S small date Lincoln pennies are selling on average between $40 and $70 in raw condition on Ebay.  The best chance of finding a rare 1970  penny error or variety is to search through original wrapped bank rolls.   Additionally, uncirculated pennies in 1970 mint sets ensures a coin with a mint state grade.




1970 S Large Date Doubled Die Lincoln Cent

The 1970 S Large Date Doubled Die Obverse Lincoln cent featured in this article is listed as 1970 S doubled die cent 1D0-004 via coppercoins.com.  As the arrow notes in the images, an extra bar displays under the L of LIBERTY.   Furthermore, images to compare for other potential 1970 S doubled die varieties are available via doubleddie.com and also varietyvista.com

1970 Lincoln Memorial Cent Coins To Look For

This 1970 penny was purchased and authenticated live online by author of Looking Through Lincoln Cents and experienced numismatist Charles (Chuck) Daughtrey.  You won’t regret subscribing to the coppercoins channel or getting in on the auctions.  I’ve gained a wealth of knowledge learning from him on top of getting great deals on rare variety coins!

Next, check out an example of a 1970 D Lincoln cent struck through grease spiked head die crack and learn more about 1970 penny errors.   This website is a partnered associate and may contain affiliate links. Full disclosure is found here.

2021 Native American Dollar

2021 Native American Dollar Errors, Varieties, & Values

2021 Native American dollar error and variety coins exist!  For instance, a thorough examination detected an improperly annealed or sintered planchet error, thereby making this a nice collectible error coin.  Furthermore, observe the anomalies on a collectible 2021 Sacagawea Dollar.  

native american dollar 2021

The 2021 Native American dollar coin medal program represents Native American military services.  Moreover, the best approach for finding a rare Native American dollar coin error or variety like this, is to search through original wrapped uncirculated rolls of Native American dollars.  Additionally, searching 2021 mint sets ensures a mint state grade specimen.

Native American History & Heritage

In 2009 the United States Mint began minting and issuing $1 coins, featuring designs celebrating the important contributions made by Native Americans to the history and development of the United States.”- PCGS.com

2021 Native American Dollar error value
2021 Native American Dollar Design

“The obverse design displays Sacagawea carrying her infant son Jean Baptiste.  Furthermore, the reverse shows stars representing five branches of the U.S. military in the foreground, while a circle provides an additional reference to Native Americans.

Moreover, Native Americans have received recognition for their service, including five Medals of Honor during World War II.  Furthermore, their exemplary record of military service continues to this day.” – usmint.gov

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Sacagawea's Military Services as a CodeTalker

“In 1804, President Thomas Jefferson sent Meriwether Lewis and William Clark on the now-legendary transcontinental expedition to explore the American West.

He instructed them to search for the fabled Northwest Passage from the Missouri River to the Pacific Ocean, but he also desired firsthand knowledge of the land, its inhabitants, its vegetation, its mineral products, and its animal life and habitat.” – sos.mo.gov.

“While at Fort Mandan, Lewis and Clark met French-Canadian trapper Toussaint Charbonneau and hired him as an interpreter.  Furthermore, they allowed his pregnant Shoshone Native American wife to join him on the expedition.

Lewis and Clark hoped she could help them communicate by translating for them with any Shoshone encountered on their journey.  On February 11, 1805, Sacagawea gave birth to a son and named him Jean Baptiste.  As a result of her skills, she became an invaluable and respected asset for Lewis and Clark.” – History.com

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2021 Native American Dollar Mintage

“The 2021 Native American Dollar is the lowest minted in more than a decade of mintages before them, with only 2.52 million produced as the total combined with 1.26 million produced by each the Denver and Pennsylvania mints.” – coinnews.net

The 2021 Native American dollar is made of 77% Copper, 12% Zinc, and 1% other, over a pure Copper core.  It weighs 8.1 grams. The golden dollar coin is not made of actual gold, but obtained its name for its golden appearance.

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Native American Dollar Coin Varieties

Major grading services recognize the up or down imprinting, or orientation of the edge lettering on Presidential and Sacagawea Dollars.  TYPE/POSITION A means that the edge lettering reads upside-down when Sacagawea’s portrait faces up.  TYPE/POSITION B means that the edge lettering reads normally when Sacagawea’s portrait faces up – greatcollections.com

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2021 Native American Dollar Values

A 2021-P $1 Native American Position Type B graded MS67, sold at auction for $45.00.   Furthermore, a 2021-P $1 Native American Position Type A graded MS69, sold at auction for $172.00.

2021 native american dollar improperly annealed or sintered planchet mint error
Improperly Annealed or Sintered Planchet Mint Error

“Numismatists may refer to the surface discoloration as improperly washed or burnt planchets.  ANACS refers to these as an “Improperly Mixed Alloy.”  PCGS refer to them as struck on “Sintered Planchets.”

NGC calls them “Improperly Annealed Planchets.”  Improperly annealed planchets can take on a variety of colors, from black to copper red.  This error is caused by over-heating the planchets.” – Ken Potter

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Native American Dollar Errors

A most famous Sacagawea coin error is the 2014-D Sacagawea mule dollar.  It has the presidential design on the reverse. – coinworld.com Additionally, rotated die errors and doubled edge lettering are other errors to look for on these dollar coins.  Moreover, some Sacagawea dollars may display weak edge lettering, partial edge lettering, or even doubled edge lettering.

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“Edge lettering wasn’t on Sacagawea Dollars until 2009.  However, some still slipped away from the mint without the edge lettering.  First, pay attention to the design elements and devices. 

Then look for abnormalities and weigh the coins.  Finally, compare a suspected die variety to a common coin to help identify true differences.”- TheSpruceCrafts

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Doubled Die Variety & Error Dollar Coins

Additionally, varietyvista.com has a 2007 P Sacagawea doubled die reverse listed to compare coins with.  Furthermore, look for doubling of the stars!  Furthermore, “American Numismatic Association (ANA) Authenticator Brian Silliman verified that the 2000 Sacagawea $1 coin struck on a hollow-center planchet was certainly legitimate, and potentially worth around $10,000.00. –  money.org.

Moreover, a rare 2000-P $1 Sacagawea Dollar was discovered as struck on an Susan B Anthony Dollar Planchet.  That dollar coin error sold for more than $6000.00!  Additionally, observe the recent sold listings of Sacagawea dollar coins on Ebay!

Moreover, doubled and overlapped edge lettering increases value and can be several hundred dollars in certain grades and dates.  – coinauctionshelp.com

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1999 Delaware State Quarter “Spitting Horse” Coin




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

spitting horse quarter value

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

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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.

spitting horse quarter

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!

1999 delaware quarter spitting horse value

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 Quarter2003 Illinois State Quarter, and a 2003 Missouri State Quarter.




Markedmoney.tech is a partnered associate and may contain affiliate links. Full disclosure is found here.  Finally, observe newly discovered die markings on a 2019 Idaho River of No Return Doubled Die Reverse.  Happy Hunting!

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!

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1999 delaware quarter errors

2020 Weir Farm Quarter Error

2020 D Weir Farm Connecticut National Park Quarter Struck-through Error Coin

2020 D Weir Farm Connecticut quarter errors and varieties exist!   In other words, look closely at all the America the Beautiful National Park quarters, especially for rare doubled die varieties and errors. 

2020 d weir farm quarter error

The best chance of finding a 2020 Connecticut quarter error is by searching through uncirculated original wrapped rolls.  Additionally, examining 2020 mint sets ensures a mint state grade specimen.

Furthermore, rare error coin discoveries include struck through wood, nails, paper clips, staples, grease, other coins, planchets, or unidentified objects.  Moreover, retained struck-through errors make coins quite valuable.

2020 connecticut quarter error

Additionally, the struck through area has many anomalies because of the nature of the coining chamber.  A lot can happen at the rate of speed of the press.” – coinauctionshelp.com

Furthermore, “struck through mint errors appear in a variety of types and sizes.  When these errors are large or obvious, they can often greatly enhance the desirability and therefore the value of a coin.”NGC Coin

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Struck-Through Error Coin Values

Additionally, struck through errors are found in uncirculated quarter rolls available online.  Moreover, “struck-through errors range from very small to large, which determines whether a coin will receive a numerical grade as well as a mint error notation.” – NGCCoin.  Furthermore, observe 2020 Weir Farm quarter errors listed on Ebay sold for, to get an idea of current market prices.

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Searching for Valuable Struck Through Errors

The most likely way to find valuable struck through mint errors is to hunt through uncirculated coin rolls.  The quarter displayed in this article came from an uncirculated roll purchased directly from the U.S. Mint in 2020. 

Check out a very rare 2020 W Weir Farm Connecticut National Park For Art quarter with a die crack!  This website is a partnered associate and may contain affiliate links. Full disclosure is found here.

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2020 P Connecticut Quarter Doubled Die Reverse Variety Coin

2020 P Weir Farm Connecticut Quarter Doubled Die Reverse Variety Coin

2020 P Weir Farm Connecticut quarter doubled die varieties and errors exist!  For instance, I bought original mint wrapped uncirculated rolls directly from the United States Mint to search through for quarter errors and varieties.  

2020 quarter errors with pictures

Needless to say, I hit a coin variety jackpot!  For instance, observe the 2020 P Weir Farm Connecticut doubled die reverse variety quarter obtained from a mint wrapped roll.  Furthermore, these rare quarters appeared to have a satin-like finish.

At first, I mistook this quarter as incused machine doubling.   However, I decided to check for any new rarity listings on doubleddie.com first, where there are indeed 2020 quarter doubled die variety coin rarities listed!

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2020 Weir Farm Doubled Die Variety Quarters

Doubled die variety quarters are not only rare, but can drastically increase in value over time.  Doubled die variety and error coins are a lot of fun for treasure seekers with limited mobility to hunt for.  Coin hunters find rare and valuable coins like this 2020 Weir Farm doubled die variety, by taking on a task called coin roll hunting. 

Treasure Hunting for Rare Coins

The work is time consuming, however, it’s rewarding in more than one way.  Additionalyl, collectors show appreciation for their efforts by purchasing errors and varieties for a premium or to auction off using platforms like Ebay.    Personally, I sell them for $5 each in my Ebay store.

2020 error coins to look for
Rare Satin Finish Quarters

Furthermore, “at times  the U.S. Mint has produced and sold “Satin Finish” coins. These are different than the normal circulated examples.  Additionally, satin finish varieties refer to the type of finish of a quarter.

Furthermore, the quarters appear matte, unlike their proof counterparts, which have reflective fields. They’re struck in higher quality, when compared to the coins for mass circulation sold direct from the U.S. Mint to collectors.” – GreatCollections

2020 P Weir Farm quarter errors

The above images are of the die markings on the 2020 P Weir Farm Connecticut doubled die variety listed as 2020-P 25¢ CT WDDR-002 by John Wexler.

Proof-Like Quarter Varieties

Furthermore, satin finish coins have a different appearance than proof, proof-like, or business strike coins. Moreover, these coin aren’t mirror-like.  However, they’re more glossy in appearance.

2020 Weir Farm Connecticut doubled die variety quarter

Additionally, satin finish coins are struck on special sandblasted or “burnished planchets.”  Furthermore, the 2020 D Weir Farm Connecticut mint wrapped quarter roll appeared shinier, and indeed more proof-like. 

2020 Weir Farm Connecticut Quarter Doubled Die Reverse
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Compare the difference between the glossy appearance of a satin finish strike and a normal business strike finish as an example using the examination of a 2020 W Weir Farm Quarter found last year.

2020 quarter errors and varieties to look for

Some say the United States Mint no longer produces satin finish quarters, and hasn’t since 2010.  Could they’ve produced satin finish 2020 quarters by mistake? 

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2009 Bicentennial Presidency Cent Doubled Die Variety

2009 Lincoln Presidency Bicentennial Cent Doubled Die Variety Coin

2009 Bicentennial Presidency Lincoln cent errors and varieties exist!  For example, observe this 2009 Presidency penny doubled die variety example.  I purchased uncirculated original mint wrapped rolls from Ebay.

double die lincoln penny 2009

That’s how I found this neat specimen.  For instance, observe the extra thickness displaying on the two and first zero of the date.  I noted the doubling with arrows in the image above.

Additionally,  as John Wexler stated, “There are numerous target area for doubled dies on the 2009 bicentennial presidency cent design.”  Moreover, 2009 presidency penny errors and varieties are collectible coins worth money.  

double die cent

Variety and error coins like this don’t necessarily need to have a high mint state grade to be valuable.  However, those in the highest mint state grades are the rarest and therefore the most valuable.

2009 White House Penny Varieties

Furthermore, observe areas around the bottom of Lincoln’s ear, the ERTY of LIBERTY, and the date.  For instance, note the thickness of the top of the letters “RTY” of Liberty compared to a normal 2009-P Presidency penny.

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Arrows note a die crack spread across Lincoln's head on a 2009 Penny

“The target area for doubled dies on the 2009 Presidency cent reverse design would be the area at the bottom of the dome.   Look to the left of the triangular roof structure.   The entire obverse and reverse should be examined since doubling has been discovered on both sides of the coin.”

2009 Lincoln Presidency Doubled Die Obverse Variety Cent

For instance, this Lincoln cent is listed as “2009 1¢ PW WDDO-001 (stage B).”  Furthermore, “a die crack runs from SW to NE through the hair on the upper back of Lincoln’s head.

2009 penny error list

Moreover,  a large die gouge displays above the right end of the Capitol building.” (Noted by arrows in the image below.) Moreover, a die chip displays on the left end of the crane at the top of the unfinished White House. 

Click here to see more photos of the examples to compare provided by Mr. Wexler.  Furthermore, the best chance of finding 2009 penny errors and varieties is by searching through original bank wrapped rolls. 

2009 Bicentennial Presidency Cent Doubled Die Variety
2009 Lincoln Presidency Doubled Die Reverse Cent

Additionally, examining 2009 bicentennial mint sets ensures a mint state grade proof specimen. Furthermore, varietyvista.com listed a 2009 P Presidency cent displaying doubled die reverse.  “Extra thickness displays on upper and lower left windows # 3, 4, 5, and 6 from the Left.”

Moreover, “the frames around the windows and all of the columns are much thicker than on a normal 2009 Presidency Bicentennial Lincoln cent.” – John WexlerFollow directions to submit your coins for examination and attribution by Mr. Wexler for just $5.00 per coin.

2009 Bicentennial White House Cent Values

However, 2009 pennies don’t have to have errors or be varieties to be valuable.  For instance, a 2009 D Lincoln Cent Presidency graded MS68RD, sold for $4,700.00. Moreover, a 2009 Bicentennial Lincoln cent graded MS68RD, sold for $2,650.00. 

2009 Bicentennial Presidency Cent Doubled Die Variety

Moreover, the highest graded coins with the lowest population are extremely valuable.  2009 Lincoln Cent Bicentennial Presidency pennies sell for $5 and up each in raw condition on Ebay. 

 Additionally, note that 2009 P Presidency Lincoln cents have the lowest mintage of all 2009 pennies at 129,600,000 million coins.  In comparison to others minted, which were in the billions, look for it as a key date variety.

Presidency in Washington, D.C. (1861-1865)

“The Presidency in Washington cent displays the US Capitol building’s dome under construction, as it was during Lincoln’s term in office. The dome continued to rise as the Civil War raged and the Union struggled to remain united. 

The war began just after Lincoln took office in 1861. During his second year as president, Lincoln declared all slaves free in the rebel territory through the Emancipation Proclamation.

Furthermore, Lincoln was elected for a second term of presidency in 1864.  The war ended a year later.  It was only five days after the end of the war, that President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated during his attendance at a play in Washington.

Army doctors worked all night to save him, but he died the next morning at the age of 56.  He was buried in Springfield, Illinois, after his body lay in state and was visited by thousands of mourners underneath the Capitol’s newly-completed dome.”- usmint.gov.

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In summary, I had fun searching through 2009 pennies for rare errors and varieties.  For instance, observe this 2009 professional penny error I found searching through a roll of them.  If you like treasure hunting, then get yourself a coin microscope, a roll of 2009 Presidency in Washington Lincoln Bicentennial Cents, and get started. 

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2009 Cent Lamination Error & More

2009 D Formative Years Lincoln Cent Lamination Error & More

2009 D Formative Years Lincoln cent penny errors and varieties exist!  For instance, I obtained a United States Mint wrapped brilliant uncirculated (BU) roll of 2009 D Formative Years Lincoln cents.  I paid more than face value for the roll.  However, finding a 2009 Lincoln cent lamination error made it a rewarding treasure coin hunt.

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Arrows Note a 2009 Lincoln Sitting on a Log Penny Lamination Error
Special Edition Lincoln Bicentennial 100th Anniversary Cent

“In 2009, the U.S. Mint made four special penny designs to celebrate Abraham Lincoln’s 200th birthday.  Furthermore, it was also the 100th anniversary of the Lincoln penny, which the U.S. Mint first made in 1909.  The image of Lincoln remained on the obverse (heads) of all four cents in the 2009 series program.  




Additionally, the reverse (tails) included four different designs from important phases of Lincoln’s life, from his birth all the way to when he was president. Moreover, when the program ended the reverse of the penny changed to the “Union Shield” design.  It represents the unity of the states, which President Lincoln worked so hard to restore and preserve.”  – usmint.gov

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Arrows note the lamination error on a rare 2009 penny
2009 Formative Years Lincoln Cent Lamination Error

My time and effort applied led to finding this rare 2009 D Formative Years Lincoln cent lamination error.  Arrows note the lamination error in the images.  Die chips on Lincoln’s left shoulder and die cracks on the boot of his left foot were also found on pennies in this roll.

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100th Anniversary 2009 Cent Values

Aside from this 2009 D Lincoln cent lamination error, several doubled die varieties exist on these collectible cent coins.  The most flawless coins obtain the highest value, but when they are varieties and errors too, it makes them even rarer.  The rarest specimens are more valuable.




2009 Formative Years Penny Values

Furthermore, pennies do not have to be varieties or errors to be valuable.  For instance, a 2009-D 1C Lincoln-Formative Years cent graded MS67, sold at auction for $1880.00.

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Arrows Note a 2009 Lincoln Log Cent Lamination Error

Moreover, a 2009-P 1C Lincoln-Formative Years cent graded MS67, sold at auction for $1995.00.  Additionally, 2009 Formative Years penny errors sell between five and hundreds of dollars on Ebay.




Moreover, the best way to find 2009 error and variety pennies worth money is to search through uncirculated original wrapped rolls.  Additionally, examining 2009 mint sets ensures a high grade specimen.

2009 Formative Years Lamination error penny
2009 Lincoln Log Penny Doubled Die Variety Listings

100th Anniversary 2009 doubled die reverse variety cent listings to compare images with are available online.  While examining these rare pennies, observe the various variety listings via coppercoins.com, varietyvista.com, and doubleddie.com.   




Lincoln Cent Lamination Errors

“Lamination errors can develop before or after the strike.  The term “lamination error” is grammatically incorrect as the metal is actually delaminating. 

2009 Formative Years Lamination Error

While “delamination error” would be the proper term, we’re fine with the terminology we’ve inherited from previous researchers. Lamination cracks are sometimes mistaken for die cracks and split dies by novice collectors.” – error-ref.com




2009 Lincoln Cent Defective Planchet Errors

“Lamination errors happen on a defective planchet.  A planchet becomes defective from dirt and other impurities that cause a coin to crack and peel.” –Justin Couch.  Observe an exam revealing what a 1965 Lincoln cent found with a lamination error looks like that sold for $15.00 on Ebay.

How to Sell Rare Penny Errors Online

Do you know how to sell rare coins online?  I have a few suggestions. First, examine the most recent sold listings on Ebay to get an idea for your starting prices.  Then create a listing of your own coin, using clear photos and accurate descriptions. 




Again, pay attention to how other sold listings look to get an idea for how to create yours.  Finally, be patient, honest, and kind towards others.  Moreover, you’ll likely get good ratings and gain more customers.

Giving the Gift of a Focus

Furthermore, the coin hunting and collecting hobby is more than just a pastime.  Moreover, it’s especially helpful for occupying anyone stuck indoors.  Who doesn’t like to treasure hunt?  Searching for error coins has lead to a few extra bucks or even thousands of dollars for some people.

Start out simple with an inexpensive USB coin microscope, a coin scale, and coin holders.  This website is teen friendly, so tell them to bookmark it. Furthermore, there are many coin collecting channels available online to captivate their attention, and give them an idea of what to begin looking for.  Start out first by showing them an example using a 10X loupe their pocket change.

Coin collections appreciate and become valuable over time.  Did you read the article about the teen who found a rare coin in his lunch money valued at 1.7 million dollars?     

People who love to hunt, search for and find treasures in some way, shape, or form every day!  Finally, check out a 2009 Professional Life Lincoln Cent with an interior die break!  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

2019 National Park Quarter Error

2019 W American Memorial Park Quarter Error

2019 W American Memorial Park quarter errors and varieties exist!  For instance, this 2019-w national park quarter displays a struck-through error on it.  Observe the arrows noting the struck-through error displaying on the flag in the image below.

2019 n mariana islands quarter error

Furthermore, markings on the girl’s face are from other coins clanking against it.  In other words, it’s post mint damage.  However, it’s still a collectible specimen, as there were only two million 2019 W Northern Mariana Islands quarters minted.

The Great American Coin Hunt

West Point quarters went into circulation to kick off The Great American Coin Hunt.  The West Point Mint quarters program began in 2019, and throughout 2020.  Moreover. this attracted more collectors to the coin hobby.

n mariana islands quarter 2019

“The U.S. Mint produced approximately 1% of the total circulating quarters at West Point, making the “W” mint mark quarters the first of its kind.” – usmint.gov.  “In total, a maximum of only 10 million West Point Mint quarters went into circulation to be found by coin hunters.” – news.coinupdate.com

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2019 W Northern Mariana Islands National Park Quarter Error

Moreover, w quarter dollars don’t have to be an error or variety coin to be valuable. For instance, a 2019-W 25C American Memorial National Park quarter graded MS68, sold for $3000.00.  Furthermore, a 2019-S 25C American Memorial America the Beautiful National Park quarter graded MS68, sold for $2000.00.

Moreover, a 2019-D 25C American Memorial NP quarter graded MS69, sold for $920.00.  Additionally, a 2019-P 25C American Memorial NP quarter discovery coin graded MS65, sold at auction for $50,000.

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2019 American Memorial Park Northern Mariana Islands National Park Quarter Errors & Varieties

The best chance of finding a 2019 w American Memorial Park quarter error or variety is by searching the uncirculated quarter rolls that people collected from bank rolls.   Furthermore, doubled die variety listings to compare images to are available via doubleddie.com and varietyvista.com.

According to chats via coincommunity.com, a doubled die reverse exists.  Furthermore, it looks like an extra step on the memorial of a 2019 D American Memorial Park quarter.

Additionally, observer a 2019-P N. Mariana Islands quarter in such a late die stage, that the devices look like a spider weaved webs and left eggs scattered all over the devices. 

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2021 Crossing The Delaware Quarter

2021 Washington Crossing the Delaware Errors, Varieties, & Values

2021 Washington Crossing the Delaware quarter errors and varieties exist! For instance, observe the feeder finger errors on his 2021 collectible quarter dollar coin in the images below.  Errors and varieties make these quarters rare and therefore increase the value.

2021 crossing the delaware quarter error

Furthermore, this “2021 quarter may not seem like a sought-after rarity, however, it’s already a notable collectible coin because it’s a one-year type design, featuring Flanagan’s bust at full size for the first time in more than 20 years.  It might well be the last to feature that bust.” – Chris Bulfinch – Coinweek.com

People claim, “It’s a one year type, but there’s millions and millions of them, so they can’t be rare.”  However, others are aware of the additional value errors and varieties bring.

2021 p quarter crossing the delaware error

Furthermore, these unique coin specimens make collections even rarer, especially those that obtain the highest grades.  Moreover, the wear and tear of circulation reduces grades.  For instance, populations of the higher grades dwindle down over time, and sometimes sooner than later.

Unique collectible 2021 quarters do sell for a premium.  For instance, recent sold listings range from a few dollars to hundreds of dollars on Ebay in raw condition.

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2021 Washington Crossing the Delaware Quarter Values

The lowest populations of the highest graded coins have the greater value.  For instance, a 2021-P 25C Crossing the Delaware graded MS68, sold for $2777.00.  Additionally, a 2021-D 25C Crossing the Delaware graded MS67, sold for $995.00.

Furthermore, those 2021 quarters gained their value because of their high grades. The best chance of finding high mint state grades is by searching uncirculated 2021 original wrapped quarter rolls.  Additionally, examining 2021 mint sets ensures a mint state grade specimen.

2021 doubled die reverse quarter
2021 Crossing the Delaware Quarter Doubled Die Reverse Variety Coin
2021 Washington Quarter Errors & Varieties

Furthermore, the obverse shown above is of a 2021 D Washington quarter with feeder finger errors on the reverse.  Moreover, I wasn’t disappointed by fellow keen-eyed coin collectors when researching the web about other variety and mint error discoveries!

Die markings at Washington’s crown display on the reverse of 2021 quarters.  Die clashes have been noted on the obverse, as described by Coin Mojo applying visual references in the video displayed above.  Furthermore, look for doubling under Washington’s right sleeve cuff.  Moreover,  2021 doubled die reverse or “DDR” quarters in mint state condition are very valuable!

2021 delaware quarter error
Hobbies are Healthy Habits

Searching through rolls of coins for errors and varieties is a pastime for patient people.  It’s very rewarding in far more ways than just monetary. 

Whether searching through new coins, or metal detecting for the lost and buried ones, it’s an honorable endeavor to pursue by anyone. Don’t knock the king of hobbies.  Coin collecting is the hobby of kings.  Coinage tells stories of human history throughout the world as collectible works of art.

American Woman’s Quarter Program

2021 Washington Crossing the Delaware collectible quarter dollar coins mark the end of an age, and the beginning of a new era.  “The circulating coin act of 2020 outlined the quarter’s future after 2021. Moreover, the American Woman’s Quarter Program honors five notable American women with commemorative quarter beginning in 2022, until 2025.  Check out a 2022 P Maya Angelou quarter error!

Additionally, the common obverse will not feature Flanagan’s long serving bust of Washington.  Laura Gardin Fraser’s bust design was chosen by the Commission of Arts in the design competition of 1931.  Furthermore, it first appeared on the Washington Bicentennial $5 Gold Eagle in 1999 before replacing the 2021 bust design.” –  Coinweek.com

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2021 Lincoln Cent Errors, Varieties, and Values




2021 Cent Errors, Varieties, & Values

2021 Lincoln cent errors and varieties exist!  Furthermore, values vary depending on the condition of the coin, and/or the type of error, and/or die variety a coin is, along with its population. For instance, observe a 2021 Lincoln cent doubled die obverse compared to a normal 2021 penny in the images below. Not the doubling under Lincoln’s ear.

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Moreover, rare coins remain in high demand and collect a much higher premium.  Are you searching for penny errors and varieties in uncirculated 2021 Lincoln cent rolls?  It’s how I found them!  Additionally, examining 2021 mint sets ensures a mint state proof specimen.




Doubled Die Variety Coins 2021 Lincoln Shield Pennies

Does your 2021 shield cent look like it has an extra ear?  How do you discern the difference?  Is it a genuine die variety or a contact mark?  First, if a coin took a hit, then that area on the coin will appear flattened.  When a penny has a doubling, like this doubled die extra ear lobe cent, the area will be raised instead of flat.

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Coin Groups & Community Forums

Daniel of Portsmouth Coin Shop explains the differences between rare doubled ear cent Lincoln pennies, and contact marks, or post mint damage (PMD,) on wheat cents and memorial pennies.




Furthermore,  Daniel made the effort to put together references online of cherry pickers’ lists of Lincoln cent varieties & key dates for members of the coin world community to utilize.

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Collecting Rare & Valuable Die Varieties

“If collecting coins by date and mint mark became unexciting over the years, then do research into what varieties can be found for any series collected. It might re-kindle your passion for collecting and expand your enjoyment of the hobby.” – Jeff Garrett




2021 Penny Errors & Values

Furthermore, submitting a coin for grading doesn’t always equal a large profit.  Moreover, the cost of grading coins isn’t an option for everyone. However, when coins turn out to be highly sought after error or doubled die variety, then clear images is all that’s necessary to list them for sale online.

Moreover,  as long as you have the highest graded coin in the lowest population, it’ll be the most valuable coin.  Not all pennies are worth a lot of money, but some really are, therefore invest your time and efforts wisely!




2021 Lincoln Penny Values

For instance, a 2021-D 1C Shield cent graded MS66, sold at auction for $75.00.  It’s the grade that made it more valuable, even without being an error or variety.  Furthermore, a 2021 P Lincoln Shield cent graded MS67RD, sold for $73.

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2021 Shield Cent Clashed Die Error Coin

However, the coins had to be in pristine condition in order for these pennies to be worth money.  2021 Lincoln cent errors and varieties don’t have to be pristine to be valuable.




Variety & Error Pennies Worth Money

According to the recent sold listings on Ebay, 2021 doubled die varieties sell for $5 and up in raw condition. If you’ve found one yourself, you can choose to send it off for grading and then to auction, keep it in your own collection, or list it for sale as ungraded on Ebay It’s your decision. 

Looking Through Lincoln Cents Collectible Coin Book

Lincolncent.com is owned by famed numismatist Charles Daughtrey, author of the collectible coin book “Looking Through Lincoln Cents.”  Furthermore, he’s host of Coppercoins Auctions on Youtube.  Subscribe to his channel for opportunities to bid for rare coins and chances to win neat prizes!

Rare Error & Variety Collectible Coins

I was lured into the lucrative hobby of coin collecting after hearing the memo about the Great American Coin Hunt and West Point quarters in December of 2019.  When I first got started searching for collectible coins, I became more ecstatic as I made discoveries for myself.  Who doesn’t love a good treasure hunt?  




Furthermore, I invested in the coin examination supplies necessary for identifying coin errors and varieties.  Essentially, I started writing this blog about my experiences of finding, researching, and identifying coin errors and varieties found in circulation.

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2021 DDR penny Doubled Die Reverse Lincoln Shield Cent

Interacting with and learning from others in the coin industry has for the most part been a pleasant experience for me.  However, coin collecting books are still very helpful references, and examining coins is a peaceful activity.  




Embracing the Coin Hobby

Furthermore, I’m a fairly quick study, but I’m constantly learning something new every day.  Therefore I encourage everyone to get more than one opinion.  Join coin groups, forums, and communities, and go to all the coin shows scheduled near you.  Whatever you decide to do with what you find, enjoy the hunt!

2021 Lincoln Cent Errors
Great American Coin Hunt the Largest Treasure Hunt of All Time

“The Great American Coin Hunt rallied hundreds of coin dealers and thousands of collectors to benefit the coin hobby.  The goal simultaneously encouraged new collectors to look at their change for rare coin specimens. Basically, the plan was to disperse over one million rare and valuable collectible coins into circulation.  




Additionally, everyone who participated created their own way of helping out. Hiding coins in public places, like Easter eggs.  The US Mint created West Point quarters for circulation, which had never been done before.

Furthermore, companies like NGC, PCGS, Littleton Coin Company, and ANA, all participated with their own creative programs.  It’s been said that this was the largest numismatic promotional program of all time.” – Rob Oberth –  (“Coin Dealers Helping Coin Dealers”)




The Booming Business of Numismatics

Have you found or inherited a unique rare coin or collection of them you’d like to sell?  “There are at least 5,000 active coin companies in the United States.  Moreover, they range in size from one-man operations to multi-national juggernauts with hundreds of employees.  

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Lincoln Shield Cent Series

Additionally, there are at least 10 to 15 companies with sales exceeding $100 million per year.  APMEX alone once touted annual sales approaching $2 billion or more.” – Jeff Garrett – rarecoingallery.com




Earn Money Flipping Coins

“It is quite funny how under the radar the rare coin business operates.  I still get odd looks when I meet someone for the first time, and they ask what I do for a living.  More than once, people have asked me if someone can make living selling coins.  Happily, I have been doing so for over 40 years!” – Jeff Garrett

Need more help “Understanding the Art of Rare Coin Submissions?” Listen to and learn from those most experienced numismatists in the coin industry.

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2021 Lincoln Cent Errors

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