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QUESTION: Which variation of 2002 Louisiana quarter would have all the characteristics of a silver quarter but a P mintmark instead of S ?
ANSWER: Hi Mike,
The silver issues would only have S mintmarks as they were only made in proof.
There should be no silver P mintmark coins.
Regards
Joe Hylas
www.AllCoins.US
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QUESTION: Thats what I read in the coinbook but yet I have a quarter that has a P mintmark, has no difference in color and when dropped and compared to an actual silver quarter makes an identical sound.
Hi Mike,
If you have an accurate gram scale, weigh the coin. Copper-Nickel coins weigh 5.67 grams. The silver issues are the same composition and weight as pre-1965 coins; meaning they weigh 6.25 grams.
Is it possible that a silver planchet somehow made it's way to the Philadelphia Mint and was inadvertantly struck? Sure, anything is possible. If the weight indicates that it is silver, send it to NGC for certification. www.NGCCoin.com
Good Luck and let me know what happens.
Regards
Joe Hylas
www.AllCoins.US
OmegaPM@aol.com
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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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