Coin and Paper Money Collecting/1995 copper quarter

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Expert: - 7/27/2009


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Hello Mr. Hylas,
I recently came across a 1995 quarter that looks like copper to me.  It looks work although it is shiny front, back, and around the side.  On the right side of the portrait is only a capital D.
I have never seen a quarter like this before and was just wondering if it is of any value.
Thank you very much for all your help and time.
Sincerely, Candy

Answer
Hi Candy,
It sounds to me like the layers (copper core and nickel layers) have delaminated.  A sure sign would be if the details are a little mushy.
Delam errors are not rare but also not common.  I have seen them trade for between $5 and $10 on eBay.
I hope this helped you
Regards
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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