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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.

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!

2018 Michigan Quarter Errors

2018 Michigan Quarter Errors, Varieties, & Values

2018 Michigan quarter errors and varieties exist! For instance, this 2018 Michigan quarter displays an improperly annealed planchet error. Furthermore, I almost mistook it for an environmentally damaged coin.

I learned otherwise after scouring the web for articles and visual examples and sought out advice for how to appropriately identify the error. Moreover, to understand a mint error like this, it’s important to understand how the coin production process works.

The Annealing Process

“Coins start out as blanks. First, blanks are first cut from metal coils and then sent to an annealing furnace. Then, from the furnace they go to a cooling water bath, followed by a polishing/brightening rinse. Finally, drying machines help shine and burnish each piece.” – coinweek.com

The annealing process softens the metal to prepare it for striking. Blank planchets are placed in an annealing furnace that first heats, and then slowly cools the metal.” – numismatics.

How to tell Environmental Damage from an Annealing Error

“To tell the difference between an annealing error, (which happens before striking,) and environmental damage, (which happens after striking), pay attention to the luster of the coin.

Furthermore, the sheen on an uncirculated coin with an annealing error remains visible, whereas corrosion disfigures or destroys luster.” – ngccoin.com

Improperly Annealed Quarter Error

“The copper core (reeding) shows a nice normal red copper color. Furthermore, the planchet displays as darker coloring remaining on the smooth edge of the reeding after the planchet is struck in the collar.

However, when a coin is ejected from the collar, the darker coloring is removed from the ridged reeding. The reeding as a normal red copper color is one of the key identifiers to know,” it’s legit.– Fred Weinberg – cointalk.com

Furthermore, the colors most associated with improperly annealed planchet errors are “copper, red, black, brown, and gray. Coverage can be complete or incomplete.” – error-ref.com

Improperly Annealed Planchet Error Values

Improperly annealed planchet error values depends on a few factors. They’ve sold between $5 and $20 in raw condition on Ebay. This type of mint error can have asking prices higher than a hundred dollars, if it’s been properly authenticated.

A 2003 P Illinois State Quarter improperly annealed sintered planchet error, sold at auction via Great Collections for nearly $20. A 2002 P Mississippi State Quarter Improperly Annealed Sintered Planchet, sold at auction via Great Collections for just $16.00.

The return of investment doesn’t appear worth sending a quarter with an annealing error in for grading. Demand isn’t high for this type of error, so if you find one you’ll profit more by selling it in raw condition.

2018 Michigan Pictured Rocks Quarter Error

Examine pocket change carefully! This camouflage colored 2018 P Michigan Pictured Rocks quarter with an improperly annealed planchet appears to be a dirty coin, but rather is actually a rare mint error.

The copper reeding on the coin wouldn’t be its natural color, and the quarter would be lacking its luster if it was just a normal dirty coin. In other words, you have to look beyond the camouflage!

Rare Coin Plating Errors

Furthermore, I once found what appeared as a 2019 silver painted penny that turned out to be a partial plating error! Learn more about coin production from the United States Mint.

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2018 Wisconsin Quarter Apostle Islands

2018 Wisconsin Apostle Islands National Park Quarter Errors, Varieties, & Values

2018 Wisconsin Apostle Islands quarter errors and varieties exist! For instance, observe this Wisconsin quarter displaying interior die breaks. Additionally, Wisconsin quarter value depends on various factors, including the condition of the coin. The better a coin’s condition the more it’s worth.

Furthermore, note the arrows in the image above pointing at an interior die break. The anomaly makes the cliff appear to display a “falling rocks” error. Moreover, anomalies exist not only in on the cliff areas on the bluff, but also on the kayaker.

2018 Wisconsin Quarter Values

Values of coins fluctuate in the market, especially when any demand is higher than the supply. Depending on how pronounced an error or anomaly is, a 2018 Wisconsin national park quarter error like this may sell for five dollars and up in raw condition on Ebay.

However, graded and authenticated 2018 Wisconsin quarters with a high mint state grade increase in value. For instance, a 2018-P 25C Apostle Islands NP Quarter sold at auction for over $2000.00.

Meanwhile, researching the current listings on market places like Ebay helps determine going market prices of quarters in raw or ungraded condition. A USB Coin Microscope is necessary to find varieties and errors.

Selling Error Coins Online

First, consider whether or not a coin is worth the cost of having sent off for grading. For instance, sometimes the return of investment isn’t worth the original cost of investment, and coins can be auctioned or sold just as easily in protective coin sleeves otherwise known as 2X2 coin flips.

Furthermore, people sell coins online all the time just by using clear images and accurate descriptions. Additionally, the more honest and reasonable a seller is, the more trust they earn, and the higher their customer ratings.

Apostle Islands National Park Quarter Design

Next, observe the reverse of a 2018 Wisconsin Apostle Islands National Park quarter. It depicts the sea caves at Devil’s Island and a kayaker paddling, with the lighthouse in the background.

Wisconsin’s Apostle Islands National Lakeshore was established in 1970.” Note the arrows indicating a large interior die break appearing as though rocks are falling off the cliff. Falling Rocks signs around cliffs are important to heed. Landslides are no joke either.

Furthermore, the park includes 21 islands in Lake Superior and a 12-mile-long strip of mainland shoreline. Additionally, the park features sand beaches and coves; spectacular sea caves; forests; a diverse population of birds, mammals, amphibians, and fish; and a number of lighthouses and lighthouse complexes.” – USMINT

Observe a falling stone appear to be rolling off the cliff on a national park quarter, as noted with arrows in the image above. Additional arrows note die breaks that appears as extra rocks or stones in the image below.

Furthermore, interior die breaks take place in various areas on 2018 Wisconsin quarters, as noted by arrows in the image above and again in the photo below.

Furthermore, observe the beginning of a die break noted with arrows in the image above. The anomaly isn’t as prominent as others. However, it’s still worth noting.

Moreover, the best chance of obtaining an apostle islands quarter in a high mint state grade search mint sets or to purchase and search through original wrapped bank rolls.

2018 Wisconsin Apostle Island Quarter Error Coin Examination

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2005 Kansas Quarter Error: “In God We Rust”

2005 Kansas Quarter Errors, Varieties, & Value

2005 Kansas quarter errors and varieties exist! Furthermore, value has increased for the 2005 Kansas state quarter struck through error since its initial discovery. For instance, “In God We Rust” quarter errors sell for $5 and up in raw condition on Ebay. Moreover, the better the overall condition of the coin, the more it’s worth.

Struck-through Grease Filled Die Quarter Errors

For instance, this 2005 Kansas quarter struck-through grease error is clearly visible without a microscope. Furthermore, “In God We Rust” errors are still in circulation. Additionally, sold listings on Ebay indicate they’re worth more than face value. Moreover, I found this quarter searching through a box of quarters I obtained from a local bank.

“In God We Rust” Struck-through Error Coin

According to The Spruce Crafts, “Like all mechanical machines, a lubricant is needed in the coin press to prevent the metal parts from causing friction to each other. In the event of this coin’s strike, some lubricating grease had escaped from the machinery onto the surface of the coin die.

As a result, the grease plugged up the letter T in TRUST. In other words, the T failed to transfer from the die to the coin. This type of error coin is called a struck through grease filled die (or just “filled die”) error.”

Kansas State Quarter

“The fourth quarter released in 2005 honors the 34th state: Kansas. Moreover, the state, which joined the Union on January 29, 1861, takes its name from Native Americans called “Kansa,” meaning “people of the south wind.”

Furthermore, this 2005 state quarter features a buffalo and a sunflower, two of the state’s most beloved symbols. Buffaloes and sunflowers both were a staple throughout Kansas in the mid-1800s.

2005 Kansas Quarter Design

“The state animal of Kansas, the buffalo — actually, the American bison — used to roam throughout North America. There is likely no other animal as closely linked to the American West in the minds of people all over the world. This quarter was the second circulating coin of 2005 to carry an image of the buffalo, with the first being a nickel.”

“The sunflower is the state flower of Kansas, hence its nickname, “the Sunflower State.” Sunflowers are among the largest annual flowers around, although they also come in smaller forms. Their seeds nourish several kinds of wildlife as well as people.” – usmint.gov.

Kansas Quarter Value

Moreover, 2005 Kansas quarters don’t necessarily have to have errors or be a variety in order to be valuable. For instance, a 2005 P Kansas quarter graded MS68, is valued at $3,150.00. Additionally, a 2005 D Kansas quarter graded MS68, sold for $288.00. Essentially all quarters in flawless condition are very valuable.

Furthermore, the best chance of finding uncirculated 2005 Kansas quarter errors and varieties is by searching through original wrapped bank rolls. Additionally, examining 2005 mint sets ensures a mint state grade specimen. Check out “W” mint quarters released into circulation as part of The Great American Coin Hunt! Find out why they’re extremely valuable.

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2017 Ellis Island Quarter Errors, Varieties, & Values

2017 Ellis Island New Jersey Quarter Errors, Varieties, and Values

2017 New Jersey Quarter errors and varieties exist! For instance, this 2017 Ellis Island quarter is in circulated condition. However, it displays interior die breaks. Additionally, I call this one that pooch on the roof, and padlocked door variety coin.

Furthermore, quarters like it have asking prices of five dollars and up in raw condition on Ebay. Imagine finding a handful of these neat variety coins and then flipping them for a profit! People are really doing it, myself included.

2017 Ellis Island National Park Quarter Varieties

Moreover, variety coins appeal to coin collectors. Coinage remains ever popular in many countries around the globe. Furthermore, they tell world history as artworks of our various cultures.

Die varieties are unique coin specimens that are unlike other strikes. In other words, they make collections rarer than others. Moreover, some collectors collect die breaks by progression.

Finding Mint State Grade Variety Coins

Furthermore, the best chance of finding uncirculated 2017 New Jersey quarter errors and varieties is by searching original wrapped bank rolls. Additionally, examining 2017 mint sets ensures a mint state grade specimen.

A coin microscope is a must if you expect to find variety and error coins. For instance, observe the arrows noting the die markings in the images that otherwise might not be visible to the naked eye.

Die markings appear as die chips, die gouges, die clashes, doubling of the devices and more! Additionally, not every coin dealer pays attention to or collects error and variety coins. That’s why it’s always a good idea to get more than one opinion. For instance, observe the sold listings on Ebay.

Collectible America The Beautiful National Park Quarters

Furthermore, the 50 states and America the beautiful national park quarters are very popular collectible coins, namely because they’re still easily accessible. Furthermore, quarter varieties have obtained famous nicknames. For instance, the “spitting horse” Delaware state quarter, notorious for a die crack on the coin appearing like the horse is spitting.

State & National Park Quarter Error & Variety Coins

Moreover, there’s the extra cactus leaves Arizona state quarter and the extra bear claw Alaska quarter, formed by die chips. Others, such as the “Rolling rock” struck-through debris national park quarter error, aren’t so well-known. However, error and variety quarters are rare and can be extremely valuable.

2017 New Jersey Quarter Values

For instance, a 2017 P Ellis Island New Jersey quarter graded MS68, sold for $411.00. Furthermore, a 2017 D Ellis Island New Jersey quarter graded MS68, sold for $391.00.

Furthermore, those quarter dollars had no errors. Moreover, the highest grades in the lowest populations impact value. National park quarters must be in pristine condition to be worth so much money.

Ellis Island New Jersey Quarter Doubled Die Varieties

2017 New Jersey Ellis Island Liberty Statue national park quarter doubled die variety listings are available via doubleddie.com. Furthermore, the doubling displays on the obverse of the 2017 quarter and is visible on the words “In God We Trust.”

Additionally, a misaligned die strike is evident to the naked eye. It’s easiest to observe that minor error, because the rim is not the same size all around the coin.

Ellis Island Quarter History

“The Ellis Island quarter was the fourth quarter to be released in 2017 as part of the America the beautiful national park quarters program. The program began in 2010 and it honors various national landmarks in each of the 50 states, plus Washington, D.C. and the nation’s territories.” – coinvalues.com

National Park Monument & Immigration Museum

“From 1892 to 1954 Ellis Island was the largest and most active immigration station in the United States. Moreover, approximately 12 million immigrants were processed there. For the majority of immigrants, Ellis Island was an “Island of Hope.” It was the first stop on their way to new opportunities and experiences in the United States.”

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Unfortunately, for others it became the “Island of Tears,” a place where families were separated and individuals were denied entry into this country. Ellis Island was added to the Statue of Liberty National Monument in 1965; the main building re-opened in September 1990 as the Ellis Island Immigration Museum.”- USMINT

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1964 Quarter Errors, Varieties, & Values

1964 Quarter Errors, Varieties, and Values

1964 silver quarter mint errors and varieties exist. No one knows exactly how many 1964 Washington with the reverse of 1965 quarter dollars were struck, but they’ve been found. Furthermore, they’re very valuable American quarters and not a lot of people know it. Keep reading to learn about rare 1964 quarter variety types.

For instance, “also called Type C Reverse, or (RDV-003,) these 90 percent silver coins display crisp feather detail on the eagle. Furthermore, the design change initiated was to accommodate striking 1965 Washington quarter dollars on a copper-nickel clad planchet.

Additionally, dies intended to strike copper-nickel clad coins were instead impressed with a D Mint mark and used to strike silver counterparts.” – coinworld.com

Silver Quarter Transitional Errors

“Three transitional reverse styles exist among 1964 silver quarters. They are the Type A (normal), Type B (meant for proof dies), and Type C (meant for use in 1965).” – error-ref.com.

Moreover, Type C is the only transitional reverse. Study more about Washington Quarters Reverse Design Varieties (RDV,) made available by the California State Numismatic Association.

Valuable 1964 Silver Quarters

Furthermore, the final year Washington quarters were produced with 90% silver was in 1964. However, 1965 quarters mistakenly struck on silver planchets also exist. Moreover, those quarters are just as coveted!

1964 Quarter Value

For instance, a 1964-D 25C Type C Rev FS-901 graded MS66, sold for $2350.00. However, a 1965 Washington Quarter Struck on 90% Silver Planchet graded AU53, had an asking price of more than $6,000.00!

Furthermore, the 1964-D Type C die variety is scarce, therefore even the lowest grades have higher premiums. All 1964 Quarters, regardless of grade, are worth more than face value due to their silver metal content. Observe the asking prices of silver quarters for sale on Amazon. Furthermore, observe the listings on Ebay to get an idea of current market prices. 1964 quarter errors and varieties increase the value.

1964-D RPM D/D Quarter Die Variety

“A repunched mint mark occurs when the letter punch used to punch the mint mark into the die leaves two or more offset impressions. Moreover, those impressions overlap. However, a completely separate secondary mint mark is a rarity.” – ERROR-REF

Furthermore, comparable images of a 1964-D Washington quarter RPM D/D Mint mark variety. Silver Quarters are observable via varietyvista.com. Die cracks and chips are common on coins, and those markings are how varieties get their name. For instance, the bird with the twig quarter is a die gouge.

Moreover, the 1964 is no exception. Die markings are useful for determining the age or stage of a die. Die cracks and breaks that earn nicknames become highly sought after. For instance, observe the 2008 Alaska “extra claw” quarter.

If you’re internet savvy, then observe how others list their coins on Ebay to get an idea for how to list yours. Furthermore, if you’re not comfortable listing for yourself, then find a local coin shop or dealer to appraise your coin and possibly consign with.

Additionally, different reverse design die stages are available with images to compare via varietyvista.com. Moreover, 1964-D doubled die coin varieties are listed on the website of coin expert John Wexler.

Rare Silver Quarters Worth Money

People who don’t pay attention to pocket change may very well be handing over thousands of dollars in the form of a single silver quarter. Check your change!

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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.”

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.

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.

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.”

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.

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.

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.

Check out another 2007 state quarter error coin examination!

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