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.




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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!

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1999 delaware quarter errors

2008 Arizona Quarter Errors, Varieties, & Values




2008 Arizona State Quarter Errors, Varieties, & Values

2008 Arizona state quarter errors and varieties exist!  Arizona quarter coins are famous for the extra cactus leaves.  Moreover, observe this unique 2008 quarter coin specimen, retrieved from a change machine at a laundromat.

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Arrows note "extra cactus" die chip on an Arizona quarter
Arizona State Quarter Errors

Furthermore, “coin roll hunters discovered die chips covering the “2” or first “0” in the year of “2008.”  Die markings like these are what give 2008 Arizona quarters a considerable bump in value, especially those in pristine condition.




Furthermore, at the height of its popularity people paid upwards of $150 for a single Arizona quarter.  Additionally, the current value is around $3 to $5 on Ebay.

error quarters to look for 2008-p

However, “higher quality quarters with various errors can sell for up to $30 or more, depending on the condition of the coin.”  – TreasurePursuits.com




State Quarters Worth Money

Note the die breaks on the reverse side of the coin, where “extra cactus leaves” are.  The artist’s initials are completely covered.  Moreover, the break varies in size from coin to coin.  Additionally, coin collectors collect coins like this by the progression of die breaks.

2008 arizona quarter errors

Furthermore, the bigger the die break, or if it has many die breaks, then the more valuable the coin.  However, Arizona quarters don’t have to have any errors or be a variety in order to be valuable.




2008 Arizona Quarter Values

For instance,  a 2008 D Arizona quarter graded MS68, sold for $1,450.00.   Furthermore, a 2008 P Arizona quarter graded MS68, sold for $1,175,00.

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Moreover, some 2008 quarters have a special strike.  For instance, a 2008 P Satin Finish Arizona quarter graded SP69, sold for $150.00. Finally, a 2008 D Satin Finish Arizona quarter graded SP69, sold for $160.00.

The best way to find rare uncirculated 2008 Arizona quarter errors and varieties in mint state condition is to purchase and hunt through original bank wrapped rolls.  Additionally, don’t forget to examine 2008 mint sets for them.

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Arizona State Quarter Design

“The Arizona quarter features the Grand Canyon and a Saguaro cactus. A banner reading “Grand Canyon State” separates the Canyon from the cactus, which doesn’t grow in the Grand Canyon.” 




“Furthermore, the flower of the cactus is the state flower of Arizona. The Grand Canyon joined the National Park system in 1919 and is visited by more than four million tourists a year.”

2008 quarter error

“Moreover, covering more than 1 million acres in northwestern Arizona, the Canyon was sculpted by the mighty Colorado River.  At its deepest point, the Canyon is 6,000 feet deep, and it gets as wide as 18 miles across, making it one of the seven natural wonders of the world.

Additionally, rare plant and animal species live and thrive in Arizona.

Doubled Die Variety Coins: Arizona Quarters

Arizona state quarter doubled die varieties exist!  Furthermore, listings to compare images to are available doubleddie.com.




First, watch the videos of the coin examination noting the Arizona quarter with the extra cactus leaf die chip.  Then, Check out a rare 2020 Weir Farm West Point quarter with a die crack!

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