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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.”

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.”

“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.”

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.”

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.”

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.

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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Northern Mariana Islands Quarter

2019 Northern Mariana Islands American Memorial National Park Quarter Errors, Varieties, and Values

Northern Mariana Islands Quarter errors and varieties exist! For instance, extreme die deterioration displays on this 2019 quarter. Furthermore, the coin looks like a spider created a web along the letters of QUARTER and DOLLAR on the obverse due to the die deterioration.

Moreover, it appears as though a spider laid eggs on the lettering on both sides of the coin. The reverse looks like a spider web, or a rainstorm approaching the memorial. Observe this unique 2019 Northern Mariana Islands American Memorial Park Quarter specimen.

2019 Quarter Errors & Die Variety Values

Most Die deterioration doubling isn’t considered to be valuable. However, eye appeal influences value. Recent sold listings indicate die deterioration doubled coins sell above face value on Ebay.

Furthermore, values increase for rim to rim die cracks. The best way to find uncirculated mint state grade quarter errors and varieties is to search 2019 American National Park quarter original wrapped rolls.

However, collectors purchase and examine 2019 mint sets too. “The value of a coin with a die break or a die crack often depends on the size and severity of the fracture displayed.

Furthermore, one of the most famous die cracks display on 1888-O Morgan dollars. Moreover, it’s affectionately referred to as the Scarface variety. This variety is considered scarce in all grades.” – coinworld.com

For instance, a “scarface” variety graded MS64 sold for more than $18,000! “The uniqueness, rarity, and scarcity can make any coin with unique die cracks extremely valuable.” – Coinworld

Rim to Rim Die Cracks on a 2019-P Northern Mariana Islands American Memorial National Park Quarter

The die crack displayed on this 2019 American Memorial Park quarter begins at the rim. Then, it extends through the letter “A” of ISLANDS, trails across the plaque, and over the girls fingers. Finally, it continues up her arm, across her dress, and ends at the “R” in E PLURIBUS. The arrows note the rim to rim die crack in the images.

2019 Northern Mariana Islands Quarter Design

2019 N. Mariana Islands features “a young woman standing in front of the Flag Circle and Court of Honor. Her hand rests on the plaque honoring those who died in the Marianas Campaign of World War II.

American Memorial Park features a Court of Honor. Furthermore, it displays the American flag in the center of the Flag Circle, surrounded by the Navy, Marine Corps, Army, and Coast Guard flags. Moreover, the Court of Honor features 26 granite panels that display the names of the 5,204 service members who died.” – usmint.gov

The Great American Coin Hunt

The Great American Coin Hunt launched in 2019. Furthermore, the program inadvertently helped America’s economy recover from the slow down caused by the 2020 pandemic. It most certainly assisted people like me with keeping occupied while stuck at home.

Moreover, millions of rare and valuable coins were deliberately released into circulation, creating a real life Willy Wonka Fantasy rags to riches story. Additionally, the event was shared in news media outlets around the country. However, not everyone was paying attention and many people didn’t get the memo.

It’s fine to be skeptical. However, keep in mind that once upon a time a penny sold for a million dollars. Furthermore, a coin microscope is a necessary tool for finding die varieties and errors. Check out a 2019 W American Memorial Park quarter!

2003 Maine Quarter Errors, Varieties, & Values

2003 Maine quarter errors and varieties exist! For instance, this 2003 P Maine quarter was found in an original wrapped bank roll. Furthermore, the image below displays an arrow noting a die chip forming an extra rock on the side of the cliff. Additionally, observe a 2003 S Maine proof quarter dollar struck-through string error below. It’s sealed in a 2003 proof set.

Finding Rare & Valuable State Quarters

First, rare and valuable quarters are still attainable. Moreover, coins with the lowest population of the highest grades are the most valuable. In other words, it’s easiest to find quarters like this searching through original bank rolls or mint sets. For instance, a keen-eyed teenager once found a penny worth a lot of money in his lunch change.

Maine State Quarter Values

Varieties and errors are a great way to obtain additional value in any coin collection. However, they don’t have to be errors or varieties to be valuable. For instance, a 2003-P Maine quarter graded MS68, sold for $646.00.

Proof-Like State Quarters

“As of July 1^st, 2019, PCGS began bestowing the PL designation to all qualifying Mint State United States and world coins, medals, and tokens regardless of type. However, these coins must meet certain standards for the proof-like (PL) designation.

For instance, “clear reflection must be observable in the fields on both sides of the coin while viewed from two to four inches away. Cloudiness or striations may impede the reflectivity on eligible Proof-like coins.” – PCGS

50 State Quarters Program

“Launched in 1999, the United States Mint’s 50 State Quarters Program was a 10-year initiative. Moreover, it honored each of the nation’s states in the order that they ratified the Constitution, or admitted into the Union. Each state quarter was produced for 10 weeks.” – usmint.gov

2003 Maine Quarter Design

“The finalists for the Maine state quarter, the 23^rd in the series, honored its coastal status and maritime activity. The winning state quarter design features Pemaquid Point Lighthouse, first commissioned by John Quincy Adams in 1827.”

2003 Maine Quarters

“The great state of Maine is the subject of the fourth-scarcest circulation-strike coin of the 50 State Quarters. The 2003 state quarter is difficult to find in mint state condition due to the use and wear during circulation.”

However, uncirculated original bank rolls of 2003 Maine quarters are still obtainable via secondary markets. Remember, the quarters with the highest mint state grades are the shiny ones in flawless condition.

Furthermore, observe the recent sold listings on Ebay of graded and authenticated 2003 Maine state quarters to get an idea of current market value.

State Quarter Errors & Varieties

Interesting state quarter varieties and errors sell for $10 to $20 in raw condition. Popular quarters like the 2008 Alaska bear with the extra claw, and the 2008 Arizona quarter with extra cactus leaves, generated additional profit as more collectors became aware of those varieties.

2003 S Maine Proof Quarter Dollar Error

Additionally, struck through errors exhibit evidence of the strike-through, such as of a piece of thread, a dropped element, or other foreign object impacting the appearance of a coin. Moreover, anomalies as such make US coins like extremely rare and very valuable. Observe for yourself!

A struck through string error quarter like the 2003 Maine state quarter in the image above, makes a specimen one of a kind, therefore rare, and far more valuable. Why? Because variety and error coins are aggressively sought after by coin collectors worldwide.

Moreover, proof quarters don’t have to have errors or be a variety in order to be valuable. For instance, a 2003-S 25C Maine Silver, DCAM (Proof) graded PF70, sold at auction for $604.00.

Finding Mint State Grade Coin Specimens with Errors

The best chance of finding an undiscovered variety or error state quarter in mint state condition is by investing in and searching through uncirculated original wrapped quarter rolls.

Furthermore, the most serious variety and error coin seekers even purchase 2003 mint sets to examine. I was fortunate to obtain one with the struck through string mint error in a 2003 mint set.

2003 Maine Quarter Errors

Furthermore, a 2003 D Maine quarter missing clad layer exists. Studying the way coins are produced and how mint errors happen, helps to accurately identify them.Check out Rare W quarters next! This website is a partnered associate and may contain affiliate links. Full disclosure is found here.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.”

“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!

Lincoln Cent Floating Roof & Missing Designer Initials

1970 D Lincoln Cent Floating Roof & Missing Designer Initials Penny

1970 Lincoln cent errors and varieties exist! For instance, observe the floating roof and missing designer initials on a 1970-d Lincoln Memorial cent. Moreover, this anomaly is caused by an over-polished die. Another term for this mint error is struck-through grease coin error.

Additionally, this can happen on any date of any Lincoln Memorial cent. Moreover, it’s not an actual error on the die. However, it’s caused by a United States Mint employee repurposing the die to sustain the life of a die by using polish to remove clash marks. Therefore, it is a mint error.

Most Valuable Floating Roof Missing Initial Pennies

Furthermore, specimens display a floating roof and missing FG designer initials. Moreover, while these are nice to find and sell for a few dollars, the ideal specimens have both the floating roof and no trace of initials. Additionally, specimens in mint state condition are worth more than face value!

Arrows note die chips visible on the first and last two pillars of the Lincoln monument. 1970 D Lincoln Memorial Cents with a floating roof and missing initials have asking prices of a few dollars and up on Ebay.

Always Get More Than One Opinion

If you have unanswered questions about your Lincoln Cent with missing initials and floating roof, you can always join online groups or coin collector communities such as the NGC Coin. Furthermore, visit LincolnCentForum for more opinions.

Coin searching and collecting is an excellent activity for beating boredom. Purchase a coin collecting kit. Additionally, invest in a coin microscope,coin scale and coin sleeves online or at your local coin shop.

Check out a 1970 S Large Date penny.

Furthermore, an introduction to a healthy hobby is always an excellent gift. Moreover, the coin hobby is an interesting topic for anyone in need of a new activity to focus on.

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2020 Connecticut Quarter Weir Farm V75 W Mint Mark

2020 W Weir Farm Connecticut National Park For Art Collectible Quarter Coin

2020 W Weir Farm Connecticut National Park special edition privy mark quarters are worth far more than face value. Furthermore, 2020 Connecticut quarter errors and varieties exist! Hold on to any W quarters you can find. Read on to learn why.

Aside from a special series West Point Minted 2020 W Connecticut quarter, a die crack displays between the “R” in “FOR” and “R” in “ART” on this coin. Look at the image above and observe the die crack encircled in blue. Are you collecting rare cash and coins like the w national park quarters too?

Common Circulating Coins

Most coins in circulation are struck at the Denver and Philadelphia facilities. The standard D and P mint marks are evident on the majority of coins in every day pocket change. However, West Point Mint quarters are rare low mintage special edition collectibles!

First, both business strike facilities make and ship coins to Federal Reserve branches. Then, they’re distributed to local banks and other financial institutions.” – Coin News. In other words, Sacramento and West Point Mint facilities only strike coins for collection registries.

Earn Money Coin Roll Hunting

Meanwhile, coin enthusiasts earn a profit spending time coin roll hunting. Furthermore, collectors appreciate their efforts by purchasing delightful specimens for a premium.

Moreover, it’s even possible to flip a coin like people flip houses. Additionally, the West Point Mint quarters initiative attracted new collectors to coin roll hunting and collecting.

2019 & 2020 W Quarter Collectible Coins

2019 and 2020 W quarters are rare U.S. coins! As stated by the United States Mint, “No ‘W’ quarters were mixed into bulk bags or sold to coin dealers under the Mint’s bulk purchase program.”

In other words, everyone got the opportunity to find and be the first to obtain these rare W quarter varieties. Furthermore, the W V75 Privy Mark Variety represents the end of WWII, and only 2020 national park quarters display them.

The Great American Coin Hunt

“The goal of the Great American Coin Hunt Program was to create excitement among all coin collectors as well as attract new generations to the coin hobby.

Furthermore, this act consisted of rare and valuable collectible coins distributed into circulation. The program enabled anyone and everyone the opportunity to spot them in pocket change.” All you have to do is be vigilant and look for them!

The catch is knowing what to search for or “cherry pick,” to find the most valuable coins. It’s been a few years since this real life “Willy Wonka Stunt” was announced. However, not everyone became aware of the full program. You could be holding a golden ticket and not even know it!

2020-W 25c V75 Privy Quarter Values

A good way to keep up with the increasing value of the “W” minted quarters is by bookmarking the PCGS Price Guide. For instance, an authenticated 2020-W Weir Farm NP V75 Connecticut quarter with a grade of MS67, sold for $1395.00.

Furthermore, an “Early Find” strike sold for a $1000.00. Additionally, a 2020 W NP V75 Connecticut quarter designated as “First Discovery” and graded MS67, sold for $851.00.

Checking for Rare Coins in Pocket Change

Coin collectors find rare valuable coins by taking on the task known as coin roll hunting. Additionally, this activity consists of getting rolls of coins from the bank and searching through them. Educational material such as The Cherrypicker’s Guide To Rare Die Varieties and Strike It Rich With Pocket Change is available online, and in nearly every coin shop.

Coin Roll Hunting is for Treasure Seekers

This task has helped people earn hundreds of thousands of dollars or more in a year! However, it’s very time consuming. Coin collecting is a hobby, whilst coin roll hunting is the treasure hunt. “Banks are generally happy to order boxes of coins on request.” – Wall Street Journal.

West Point Quarters Mint Sets

Moreover, the best chance of finding rare 2020 W National Park quarter errors and varieties is by hunting through uncirculated bank rolls. Furthermore, coin roll hunters profit by gathering and putting together rare West Point quarter mint sets for rare coin collectors.

2019 Roosevelt Dime: Full Bands

2019 Roosevelt Dime with Full Bands

2019 Roosevelt Dime errors and varieties exist! Furthermore, the full bands or full torch designation refers to the strength of the strike. In other words, the stronger the strike the more prominent the bands. Furthermore, 2019 Roosevelt dime doubled die varieties to compare images to are available via doubleddie.com.

Moreover, the doubling displays on an olive leaf and on E Pluribus Unum. Additionally, the images of 2019 dime die clash error coins are available via maddieclashes.com.

Furthermore, doubled die dime images to compare doubled die dimes to are available via varietyvista.com.

2019 Roosevelt Dime Values

Additionally, the images displayed reveal die markings encircled in red for ease of identification. Moreover, dimes don’t have to have errors or be varieties to be valuable.

For instance, a 2019-P 10C, graded MS68FB, sold for $1,375.00. Furthermore, a 2019-D 10C, graded MS69FB, sold for $900.00.

2019 Roosevelt Dimes with Full Torch

“Full bands (FB) or full torch (FT) are terms to designate this die variety. Moreover, they mean the same, and have to do with the visibility of the strike. Complete separation must be evident from edge to edge on the top and bottom bands in order to receive either designation.

The bands must have a very clear line through them, as seen above. Moreover, this is the concept of “cherry-picking. Additionally, a die break is encircled in red at the bottom of the torch in the image below.

The Coin Hobby a Worthy Investment

Those who aren’t coin collectors don’t always know exactly what they’ve got in the palm of their hand. Moreover, some will put every last coin of a denomination in a roll even it means spending a rare collectible coin to do it.

People who invest their time and efforts in coin roll hunting has made them a fortune. The best chance of finding a rare 2019 dime error or variety in mint state condition is by searching through uncirculated original wrapped rolls. Furthermore, examine any 2019 mint sets.

“On one rare 1982 Roosevelt dime, the Philadelphia Mint once forgot to put the “P” on their coins. They realized the mistake quickly and so only produced a small number. If you have one it can turn a nice profit!

Numismatics is the Study of Coins

Coin Collecting For Dummies is a recommended crash course for beginning coin collectors. When I find an interesting coin, I’ll research more about it using keywords like “2019 dime error list,” or “2019 dime value.”

Additionally, there are numerous numismatic and coin pricing websites to help you learn as you go. Purchase your coin collecting kit, microscope, & coin scale to get started.

Furthermore, it’s a great activity for an individual, group, or family to focus on. Introducing others to a healthy hobby like coin collecting is always an excellent gift idea.

Do You Think This 2019 P Roosevelt Dime Is Proof Like? Additionally, don’t forget to look for rare proof-like Roosevelt dimes, because they’re very valuable. Check out a 1945 Mercury Silver Dime next!

If you can’t afford professional grading yet, or because coins aren’t always worth paying to get graded, then it’s nice to have the guide like the one below to help you grasp the concept of grading. This website is a partnered associate and may contain affiliate links. Full disclosure is found here.

1945 Mercury Dime Error

1945 Mercury Dime Errors, Varieties, & Values

1945 mercury dime errors and varieties exist! Furthermore, mercury dimes are worth money regardless of condition because of their silver content. In other words, 1945 dimes are 90% silver.

Moreover, the rarest 1945 mercury dime varieties display obverse and reverse doubling. However, a 1945 dime doesn’t have to be a variety or an error to be worth money. For instance, a “Full Bands” variety drastically increases value. Full bands display clear details. In other words, the dime in the image of above is not with a full bands designation. Furthermore, condition impacts value.

1945 Mercury Dime Value

For instance, a 1945 10C Mercury Dime graded MS67, sold for $5,520.00. Furthermore, a 1945 10C dime graded MS67+FB, sold for $96,000.00. In other words, some of the rarest most expensive dimes are still in circulation, so pay attention to your pocket change.

Additionally, mercury dime error and variety coins are popular collectible silver coins. Rare error and variety mercury dimes in flawless condition are worth investing in. Moreover, always seek more than one opinion when getting an appraisal. The more eyes on your coin, the better.

1945 Doubled Die Dime Varieties

Furthermore, the best chance of finding extremely rare and valuable 1945 dime errors and varieties is by searching through bags and rolls of uncirculated silver dimes. Moreover, examining 1945 mint sets ensures a mint state specimen.

Furthermore, get a coin microscope to identify doubled die varieties. 1945 doubled die coin varieties with images to compare mercury dimes are available via doubleddie.com. Additionally, varietyvista.com has listings with images available to assist with comparing die markings.

Furthermore, it’s a good idea to keep a 10X loupe on hand, to check pocket change, or coin collections at garage and estate sales. In addition to those, magnifier applications are available to download on mobile phones.

The slight wear leaves the majority of the designs on this 1945 winged liberty head mercury dime looking crisp and sharp. Liberty’s hair above the eye is evidently worn. However this silver dime is a struck-through error coin.

Furthermore, details of the winged liberty head show some smoothness, implying a moderately circulated coin. Moreover, 1945 dimes in extremely fine condition are reasonable additions to coin collections while collectors search for an uncirculated example.

The Mint issued the last dimes with 90% silver content in 1964. Learn how to cherry pick mercury dimes, readings books such as “Treasure Hunting Mercury Dimes,” by Jon Wexler and Kevin Flynn.

Silver Roosevelt Dimes

Furthermore, these silver Roosevelt dimes aren’t in MS condition, nor are they errors or varieties. However, because they’re composed of 90% silver, they’re worth their weight in silver. Silver dimes like these are worth trading in at a coin shop nearby to further invest in coin roll hunting, so don’t toss them back into circulation!

First, watch more videos about the values of Mercury Dimes. Then, learn about rare 2020 V75 Privy Mark West Point Mint Quarters! Finally, Happy Hunting!