Has anyone seen this colored bicentennial quarter before

It is definitely cool. I saw it at an antiques store today and had to have it but can't find anything about it after a quick google search. Does anyone know if it is a mint product or it's origins?

 

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Nope, and I would prefer to unsee this one.

 

No.

Yes.

Maybe.

I've seen colorized BiCentennial Quarters in the past as well as colorized SAE's, Kennedy's, IKE's. There is a colorful market out there of suckers that like to buy this stuff. However, that's where the profits usually end.

And No. It's not US Mint product. Well, the coloring on the coin is not a US Mint Product nor is the Folder and holder the coin comes in.

These are aftermarket products and what you're looking at is considered post minting damage to the coin. People do collect this stuff but their heirs usually end up selling them at face value.

 

The US Mint has not produced any colored or colorized coins, thankfully. You liking this is what matters.

 

I think I've seen those before. Most collectors frown on painted coins, but your opinion is the one that matters here.

 

The quarter is worth 25c. The plastic is worth 70c. The cardboard is worth 5c, but to you, the whole thing may be priceless.

Chris

 

Made in China, Vietnam, or Burma by workers earning 30c per hour, and after two years you get the shakes from paint fumes, and your career's over.

Probably beats walking behind elephants with a basket and a shovel.

 

ugh.

please kill it quick!

 

No, but if you like it that's all that matters.

 

Hey it could have been worse. At least you didn't buy the whole state quarters series gold plated.

 

I frown at colorized coins too, but it does look kinda neat. Maybe it could serve as a cheaper pocket piece

 

A pocket piece until the paint wears off. Put it on CraigsList, someone will buy it, or trade you something hopeless, like 40% Kennedy 50c.

 

If you like it, Niceguy, that's all that matters. Don't listen to us old curmudgeon fellows.........

 

Buy what you like, so long as you don't get fleeced in the process. As others have stated, these are not mint products and are generally frowned upon by folks -- but if it was a couple bucks and it gets you interested in the hobby and can potentially interest others, then by all means -- grab it! BTW, welcome to the boards!

 

I appreciate the honest feedback here. I figured it wasn't a mint product as there is no seal or signature, but just had to make sure. I am glad you guys learned me to this whole industry of people who paint coins; I did not realize it was so widespread. My heart doesnt really stand behind that business model, however this particular troupe did good work laying the painting....it looks like it was from a machine or program based off the imperfections and edges.

For me the bicentennial quarter is sacred because I remember being excited to find them in pocket change since I was a child (born in '88,) and the reverse just reminds me of drum and fife battle songs, and mel gibson with a tomahawk It gives me the patriotic feels I guess.

Its embarassing to post the price in lieu of all the comments, but this $7 will bring me more enjoyment than 2 beers at the bar any day!

 

I had one of those myself, sold it for 50 cents.

 

$7 is nothing to be embarrassed about. People pay hundreds of dollars for beanie babies -- and other sorts of things. This hobby is yours, so collect what you like!

 

And it's less unsightly than a beer gut.

 

amen brother

 

Hey, $7 is a cheap lesson. It's certainly better than paying $500 for a coin that is only worth $50. In the future, If you see something online that interests you but you don't know too much about it, you know that you can always come here and ask questions before you pull the trigger.

Since you like the bicentennial quarter, here is a medal from the centennial celebration in your honor.

Chris