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today i got some change back for a purchase i made and it had a 1983 quarter. I've know there are D and P mints but the D or P normally is there is an S. This thing is very mirror like and the eagle on the back and washingtons face look almost frosted. I'm just curious if there is anything special about this because it sounds different when hit by another coin and looks different.
Hi Charlie,
The S Mintmark denotes that the coin is a PROOF coin that somehow got into circulation.
It is still made of copper and nickel, not silver so the sound should be correct.
If the coin is not scratched in any way, it would be worth about $3. However since you got it in change, the coin has probably been marked and worth substantially less.
Regards
Joe Hylas
www.AllCoins.US
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Joe Hylas
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Numismatic professional with over 30 years experience can answer your questions about US coins, their values, how best to sell them and where to buy them. Interested in starting a collection? Find out which areas are undervalued and how to acquire those coins at the best price.
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Ex-Head Precious Metals trader for Deak-Perera International with 42 offices worldwide. Industry experience since 1978. Has worked co-operatively with US Mint, Royal Canadian Mint, Austrian Mint, Chamber of Mines of South Africa, World Gold Council and Platinum Guild International. Professioanl numismatist specializing in US Coins. Always buying collections, will travel if size of collection warrants. Website: www.AllCoins.US
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Physician's Money Digest
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