Been Awhile for Silver: My Coin Roll Hunting Resurgence

My Latest CRH Finds

After setting aside coin roll hunting for a few busy years, I finally cracked open some quarter rolls I’d squirreled away from 2019-2020. Felt like catching up with an old buddy – and what a welcome back gift! Pulled a silver quarter (my first in ages), two W mintmarks, and even a Filipino coin that must’ve hitched a ride stateside. That silver find? Pure electricity. Here’s what stood out in this batch:

• That beautiful silver quarter: Finding one still makes my heart skip – they’re vanishing fast from circulation
• Two W mintmark quarters: A Lowell and Tallgrass Prairie design. Funny enough, around here Tallgrass Ws turn up more than others
• A surprise Filipino coin: Always love when international strays join the party

This haul proved you can still strike gold – or silver! – after taking time off. If you’re diving back in, start with saved rolls or fresh bank pickups. You’ll be amazed what surfaces.

The Scarcity Puzzle: Hard-to-Find Quarters

What struck me most this time was how location changes everything. Take El Yunque quarters – despite years of hunting, I’ve never found even half a roll locally. Yet buddies in other states report different scarcities. Based on my experience and collector chats, here’s what’s tough to find in my region:

• El Yunque quarters: Ghosts in my area – maybe lower mintage or uneven distribution?
• W mintmarks: Tallgrass turns up regularly here, but Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller? Might as well be unicorns
• Samoa quarters: Bat designs appear frequently for some folks, but it’s wildly inconsistent

Here’s my rule of thumb: Your zip code matters more than you’d think. Local banks, tourism patterns, even where rolls originate affect scarcity. Keep a hunt journal – you’ll start seeing patterns emerge.

Thoughts on W Quarters and Distribution

Those W finds got me puzzling over how they enter circulation. Back in 2020, only Tallgrass Ws flooded my region. I remember fresh rolls yielding a W every three or four coins – but Lowell and Samoa designs? Bone dry locally. Other Ws likely wander in via travelers or secondary market dumps.

Honestly? I kick myself for not emptying my bank account on those Tallgrass rolls when I had the chance. Lesson learned: When you spot promising uncirculated rolls, move fast. Treat it like your collection depends on it. Value-wise, W quarters keep climbing – especially tougher designs. If you’re considering selling, get them graded. Look for sharp details and zero wear – AU-50 or better brings the best returns.

Handy Tips for Better CRH Results

After this comeback hunt, here’s what I’d suggest to make your searches more fruitful:

• Stash rolls during big mint years: Tucking away 2019-2020 rolls gave me a ready-made treasure hunt years later
• Know your local scarcities: If Ws are rare near you, target banks getting new shipments
• Inspect finds immediately: Check silver under good light for minimal wear. For Ws, crisp strikes mean better value
• Stick with it: Regular hunts pay off – I’m committing to weekly sessions again. It’s still the most affordable thrill in collecting!

Jumping back into CRH reignited my love for this hobby. Whether you chase silver, Ws, or just the rush of the hunt – keep searching. That next roll could hold something special!