Die clog patterns

State Quarter Dropped Letter Error picture is in

I have just found my first freed Die clog pattern coin. I don't know what to really call it though. It is created when a die clog is liberated and retains its basic shape and then causes a recessed image of the original pattern when the Die strikes the planchet. In my case I have an extra "D" in the word "UNITED" on a State Quarter. Mine is rotated 90 degrees and is recessed in the same spot where it originated.(I'm assuming I diagnosed it correctly)

Question 1 : What is the official name of this occurance?

Question 2 : Is it an error or damage?

It is not listed in the Redbook. IMHO it is an error because the mint did not intend to do it, But what do I know!
The pattern is recognizable and should make the coin more interesting and desirable, it does to me anyway!
If it is scarce this should make it even more valuable. Its condition is likely MS 65 shiny and new from a roll.

Question 3 : Does anyone agree that this type of error should have more recognition and value?

Question 4 : Is it normal to submit this for attribution? If not Should it be the norm?

Question 5: Has anyone got a listing for this in any book, or heard of this particular error on any State Quarter?

I am not saying which coin I discovered this on until I have a thorough understanding. For now at least I am convinced that I have something fairly unique and I am thrilled to have it.

Question 6 : Anyone want to see it?

I apollogize for such a long post and any typos.

Thanks again!
Digger

 

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I can only answer Question 6. Yes.

I have a nice partially filled die on a Morgan. I never even thought of what happens immediately after the filled die clears. There may be other causes for it too... like a piece from the previous coin flaking off a bad planchet. Who knows. If you don't mind taking a photo, I'd love to see it.

 

I also have a question....my dealer has what appears to be a Silver Dollar blank...(planchet)
(Nobody can prove that it is a silver dollar blank)
Do y'all think it's worth it to buy it??
It's marked $3.00--

Speedy

 

GDJMSP
Nope it has not gone through a upset mill...I looked for that first....it appears to be toned as it has a dark brown on parts of it....I'll try to get it and have it weigh at the same time---Let you know what happens

Speedy

 

I agree with GD! If it is the same size and weight you don't stand to loose anything its value in silver alone assures that. Unless you hesitate and some one else buys it.

 

Since there is some interest in me posting a pic I will try as time permits. My kids are on school vacation this week and I have my hands full. don't get your hopes up for a good close-up I still don't have that capability.Can't seem to get the resolution higher than about 1 meg even though I have a 3 meg camera. The settings are maxed out already. Anybody got any advice in this department?

 

Update!
I found an article explaining my situation. I had read this before and did not know where until now. Anyone wanting to understand this better read here http://varietynickels.com/articles/droppedletter.htm

Now I am finally getting somewhere with this topic.This is what has happened to my Quarter also, except with a letter in a different location. If the nickel in the above article is that valuable I hope that a Quarter is 5 times as valuable? I doubt it but perhaps equal anyway. Also I don't believe my dropped letter is as defined as the 2004 keelboat, but still very nice. Now if I can just manage to post a close-up you will all get to see it. In the mean time is there any suggestions as to what I should do? there have been no answers yet to most of my questions.
Do I need to have it graded or catologued? would I get more for it if it is graded?
keep the comments coming!
Digger

 

Sorry it took so long ! Here is the first successful cropping of my Delaware State Quarter.

 

What a FUN thing to find! I hope it's worth a lot for you, and I enjoyed seening the picture.

 

Thanks! I am hoping it is worth something too. I can't believe I even found it, a true 1 in a million find. I wish it was interesting enough to publish in a magazine. Does anybody think that it is?

 

Digger
Since you don't like it I will give you a quarter for it
Yes I would think it is interesting enough to publish in a magazine---if I had a magazine I would do it for you

Speedy

 

Thanks Speedy I appreciate the hypothetical gesture. I have been a little down and out over this. It makes me feel better that someone else is still responding to this thread. I guess I expected more input than I got so far. Especially since it is such a rare find. Meanwhile the Wisconsin corn leaf thing gets all the attention and it is completely worthless. Or maybe I should just blame my depression on this darn cold I have had all week.This thread did get off to a slow start, I am thinking of reposting in another forum and revising the agenda to stimulate new interest. What a bummer, I finally find something really worth talking about and this thread isn't generating much feedback.

 

Digger
Every find is important....not everybody coments though....The WI quarter is just anouther find...I heard today they found a error on the CA quarter...I bet!!!!
Hope you get over your cold...
Speedy

 

Bowers paid $200 for one?????????
Well I for one wouldn't...I guess if I had the extra cash laying around I might be more apt too....
I guess my 2+ rolls of WI-D'S might have a few mixed in there
Think I could sell them for $200++++?
Speedy

 

Thanks GD I was hoping some one would steer me in the right direction. It took me a while but I finally found the address to the clearing house and an email adress as well. I composed a letter and lost my connection, getting really tired I tried again and was able to send my first letter to the editor of Coinworld. I had never been to that web site before and spent time reading about all sorts of errors. No mention of the Dropped Letter Error though ( at least not in the State Quarter section) and so I brought this to the attention of the Editor in hopes they may incude info about it in the future.

 

Well I asked my dealer about the silver blank today!
He said that somebody had said that it was a morgan dollar that had been worn down to where you couldn't see it...
Speedy

 

Must be your dealer measured the thickness,Right? It must be much thinner than a blank planchet, I did not concider that might be the case.
Getting back to my Error coin. I have learned the correct term Is "Dropped Filling" Which includes other forms such as Dropped Letters or numbers etc..
Coinworld responded to my letter but did not seem interested enough to suggest anything further (like a story). They did not even take the time to write a letter. I just got a copy of a Coinworld article and a card.
Better news though, I have recieved much interest From Ken Potter I have sent the coin to him. He will do his best to get it on the front page of Numismatic News.

 

I just caught up on this thread. I think that's a great find digger. Magazine article or not, the coin looks pretty cool. Good luck with Ken Potter.