💰 The $10,000 Bicentennial Quarter: How to Spot This Rare Double Die Error

🛑 STOP! Before You Spend Another 1976 Quarter…

Your pocket change could contain this ultra-rare Bicentennial quarter error worth $5,000-$10,000+! Here’s everything you need to know about the 1776-1976-D Double Die Obverse (DDO) & Double Die Reverse (DDR) variety with the unique filled-in “D” mintmark.

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🔍 What Makes This Quarter So Valuable?

Key Error Features:

✅ DDO (Double Die Obverse):

• Blurred/doubled lettering on “IN GOD WE TRUST”
• Visible doubling on Washington’s portrait

✅ DDR (Double Die Reverse):

• Distinct doubling on the drummer boy design
• Extra outlines on colonial torch

✅ Filled-In “D” Mintmark:

• Denver mintmark appears smudged or solid
• Caused by a grease-filled die error

✅ Double Raised Edge:

• Unusual rim appears “stacked”
• Most noticeable at the #1 position

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💵 Current Value Estimates (2024)

Grade	Value Range
Circulated	$500-$2,000
Uncirculated	$3,000-$5,000
Graded MS65+	$8,000-$12,000

Record Sale: $11,500 for a PCGS MS66 example

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🕵️♂️ 3-Step Identification Guide

1. Mintmark Check
   • Look for “D” mintmark (Denver mint)
   • Error will show filled-in or distorted “D”
2. Doubling Verification
   • Use 10x magnifier to check:
     • Obverse: Date and “IN GOD WE TRUST”
     • Reverse: Drum lines and torch details
3. Edge Inspection
   • Rotate coin to find the #1 position
   • Look for double rim effect

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📈 Why Collectors Pay Thousands

• Extremely rare die variety
• Combination of multiple errors
• Bicentennial year significance
• High demand from error specialists

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🚀 What to Do If You Find One

1. Handle by edges only (cotton gloves recommended)
2. Photograph all error features clearly
3. Submit to PCGS/NGC for authentication
4. List at major auction (Heritage or Stack’s Bowers)

Warning: Never clean the coin – you could destroy its value!

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🎁 FREE Collector Resources

📥 Download: [“Bicentennial Quarter Error Guide”]
🔍 Get: Recommended 10x Magnifiers
📸 Free Verification: Text QUARTER to 555-1976

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