This is graded by NGC but no grade is given due to the error involved and how it affected the coin. It's considered rare as it doesn't happen very often. This is a 1999 Georgia State Quarter with a Die Adjustment Strike. A die adjustment strike occurs when the pressure is being set for a coin to be struck. They are very rarely found in circulation. Another common name is Die Trails. These coins are usually destroyed once all adjustments have been made. This is exactly as the coin appears in my hand.
Sooo.. How do we know its a 'die adjustment strike' and not just an overhyped weakly struck coin? don't necessarily need an answer, just thinking
First, it's graded by NGC. Second, Paddy stated it above. Third, have you ever seen one struck like this? It's a lot different than a greaser. Just trying to help you learn. As I stated, this type of error is not common and they are rarely found in circulation as they are destroyed at the Mint.
Yes, I understand. maybe I came off a little poorly there, I didn't mean to. I actually have not seen one physically.
Oh not at all. At least I didn't take it that way. Hope what was said helps you understand this type of error better.
No, it's a little newer but still modern. Here's the coin. Same error but looks completely different. That's normal as the pressure is stronger on this one. Just not where it needs to be.
At least they noted it was silver as you can't see the date. So now I have the two of them. Hard to find them. I may get more of at a good price and in a different denomination as they are up in price compared to other errors.
