Been Awhile for Silver: My CRH Finds and Quarter-Hunting Insights

After taking a long hiatus from coin roll hunting, I finally dug into my stash of quarter rolls saved up from 2019-2020. That rush of uncovering silver and unexpected treasures instantly reignited my numismatic spark, and I can’t wait to share what turned up and what I learned along the way.

My Recent Discoveries

Sorting through thousands of quarters paid off big when I spotted a glimmer of silver – my first in years, and what a thrill! The haul also included two ‘W’ mintmarks (a Lowell and Tallgrass design) plus a surprise Philippine coin that added some global flavor. It’s amazing how these modern rarities still pop up in everyday rolls, especially after such a long dry spell.

The Elusive Quarters in My Area

After countless hunts, I’ve concluded the toughest quarter to find locally is El Yunque. I’ve never even found a half-roll’s worth! But here’s the funny thing: while I strike out on those, other collectors tell me Samoa quarters with bats turn up like clockwork in their area, yet Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller designs elude them. Moral of the story? Get familiar with your local circulation patterns – rarity truly depends on where you’re hunting.

Distribution Patterns and a Collector’s Regret

Around here, Tallgrass quarters flooded circulation, making their ‘W’ variants surprisingly common – I’d find one in every three or four uncirculated rolls. Now for my big regret: I wish I’d cleared out my bank account back then to stash more Tallgrass rolls! Other 2020 uncirculated rolls yielded zero ‘W’ coins, suggesting they came from travelers passing through. The lesson? When a promising release lands in your area, grab what you can – supplies vanish faster than you’d think.

Practical Advice for Quarter Hunters

Looking back, here are a few things I’ve learned that might help you:

• Diversify your saved rolls: Mix years and regions to improve odds for ‘W’ mintmarks or silver surprises
• Prioritize uncirculated rolls for newer quarters: They’re goldmines for ‘W’ finds in certain designs
• Check condition carefully: When you spot a keeper, examine details and wear – especially on ‘W’ quarters where grade makes a huge price difference
• Watch the market: Rarity evolves, so follow collector forums and price guides to spot sleepers

Coin roll hunting teaches patience but delivers the best surprises. After this fantastic comeback, I’m itching to crack more rolls and see what’s hiding in plain sight. Happy hunting everyone – here’s hoping you find buckets of keepers and short waits between silver!