Been a While for Silver: My Coin Roll Hunting Comeback and Finds

After a few busy years away from coin roll hunting, I finally cracked open my stash of quarter rolls saved from 2019-2020. What a rush to get back into it! To my surprise, I pulled out a silver quarter—my first in what feels like forever. That wasn’t all: I also scored two W mintmark quarters and a Pilipino coin, which really reminded me why I love the thrill of the hunt. In this post, I’ll share what I found, some thoughts on scarcity, and a few tips that might help you in your own searches.

My Recent CRH Discoveries

I went through a big pile of quarter rolls I’d been sitting on, and it was worth the wait. Here’s what caught my eye:

• A silver quarter: What a treat! I hadn’t found one in circulation for years. It just goes to show that patience really does pay off in CRH.
• Two W mintmark quarters: One was a Lowell and the other a Tallgrass Prairie. Around here, the Tallgrass W quarters pop up more often, probably because of how they were distributed locally.
• A Pilipino coin: A fun surprise that brought a little international flavor to the mix.

These finds really got me thinking about rarity and how much location matters in what you’ll find.

Insights on Quarter Scarcity and Distribution

From what I’ve seen, some modern quarters are tough to find, and it really depends on where you’re hunting. Take the El Yunque design—I’ve gone through thousands of rolls and haven’t even found enough to fill half a roll! But that’s the thing: scarcity changes by region. What’s rare in my neck of the woods might be common in yours.

W mintmark quarters are a different beast. Around here, the Tallgrass issues were everywhere in 2020, so they’re easier to come by. I remember that uncirculated rolls from back then often had Ws—you’d find one in every three or four rolls. But designs like Lowell or Samoa? They’re harder to track down, probably because they didn’t flood our local area. I’ve heard that in some places, Samoa quarters with the bat are common, while Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller ones stay rare. It’s all about those little distribution quirks that can either make your hunt or break it.

Practical Advice for Coin Roll Hunters

If you’re into CRH like I am, here are a few things I’ve learned that might boost your luck:

• Timing and location matter: Hold onto rolls from when specific coins were released, like those 2020 W quarters, and hunt in areas where distribution was heavy. Tourist spots can be goldmines for coins from other regions.
• Jump on opportunities: I kick myself for not buying more Tallgrass rolls when I had the chance. If you spot uncirculated sets, grab them! It might save you years of hunting later on.
• Check condition: Even circulated silver quarters or W mintmarks can be valuable. Look for sharp details and little wear—coins like that can grade well and be worth more than face value these days.

In the market, W quarters are really popular because they weren’t made in huge numbers, and silver coins always have that extra value. Watching the trends can help you find coins that might be flying under the radar.

Wrapping Up My CRH Adventure

Jumping back into coin roll hunting has been a total joy, and that silver quarter was the icing on the cake. It reminded me that sticking with it and knowing your area are huge in this hobby. Whether you’re after W mintmarks, silver, or those elusive designs, keep searching—you never know what’s waiting in the next roll. Happy hunting, and drop a comment about your own finds; I’d love to hear what treasures you’ve dug up!