1983 (P) Washington Quarter - CU-25c-1983P-07R Cud

Description

Seventh documented reverse cud for the 1983-P Washington quarter, CU-25c-1983P-07R reflects the high rate of die failures that accompanied Philadelphia's production of clad quarters during the early 1980s. No cross-references with other cataloging systems have been recorded. Having seven documented reverse cuds for a single date-mintmark combination is notable because it implies a systematic pattern of reverse die rim failures, possibly related to the specific collar dimensions, striking pressure settings, or die steel batches used that year. The "07R" designation confirms this cud occurs on the reverse -- the heraldic eagle side designed by John Flanagan -- distinguishing it from any obverse cuds that might exist for the same date. Reverse cuds on Washington quarters can affect the eagle's wings, the olive branches, the arrows, or the surrounding legend, and each position creates a distinctive visual profile. The 1983 quarter is otherwise unremarkable in terms of rarity or collector interest, which means the cud variety represents the primary numismatic significance for this particular die pair's output. Cud collectors often organize their holdings by denomination, date sequence, or cud position, and the accumulation of seven documented reverse cuds for 1983-P alone makes this date a productive hunting ground for those building comprehensive Washington quarter error sets.

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