Rediscovering Silver: My CRH Finds After a Long Break

After a busy few years away from coin roll hunting, I finally cracked open my stash of quarter rolls saved from 2019–2020. Honestly, it felt like reuniting with an old friend. I hadn’t spotted silver in circulation for ages, so uncovering treasures while reflecting on modern quarter quirks gave me that familiar rush.

My Recent Finds and Excitement

In these rolls, I hit the jackpot with a silver quarter—my first in years!—plus two W mintmarks: a Lowell and a Tallgrass Prairie. Even found a Pilipino coin as a fun bonus. Here’s an interesting pattern: Tallgrass W quarters flooded our area back in 2020, while Lowell ones turn up less often. That moment when you spot silver rim or an unexpected “W” never gets old.

Insights on Quarter Scarcity

After hunting thousands of quarters, I’ve learned scarcity depends entirely on location. Take El Yunque quarters—they’re practically mythical in my region. I’ve never found even a half roll! This isn’t random; it tracks with how the Mint distributes coins regionally. Tallgrass quarters? Plentiful here. But Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller designs? Ghosted me completely. Pro tip: Track your finds locally. You’ll start seeing patterns that save you headaches.

Lessons Learned on W Quarters

Those 2019-2020 W quarters taught me hard lessons. Back in 2020, only Tallgrass Prairie rolls here contained Ws—roughly one per every three uncirculated rolls. I kick myself for not buying more when banks had them! Distribution quirks mean your “white whale” (like the Samoa bat quarter) might be common elsewhere. Always double-check mintmarks, and if hunting uncirculated rolls, focus on designs known for Ws in your area.

Practical Tips for Better CRH Results

• Save rolls when they’re hot: Stockpile during big distribution years (like 2020 for W quarters)—older rolls hide surprises
• Know your territory: Learn which designs circulate heavily near you—Tallgrass quarters are W goldmines here
• Spot rarities fast: Scan mintmarks immediately and check condition with a loupe—even worn W quarters hold value
• Keep at it: Taking breaks is fine, but regular hunts build momentum—silver and oddities appear when you’re consistent

Jumping back into coin roll hunting reignited my love for the hobby. Whether you’re after silver, Ws, or just the thrill, it’s a fantastic way to connect with history. I’ll be opening more rolls soon—hope you find some keepers too!