The 2023 American Women Quarters have produced some surprisingly valuable error coins — and collectors are paying real money for them. From doubled dies to off-center strikes and die cracks, the 2023 quarter program has generated more collectible errors than most modern coin years. If you have 2023 quarters sitting in your change jar, some of them might be worth significantly more than 25 cents.
This guide covers every known 2023 quarter error worth looking for: what they look like, how to identify them, and what collectors are actually paying in 2026.
2023 Quarter Designs: Which Coins to Check
The 2023 U.S. quarters feature five designs from the American Women Quarters Program:
- Bessie Coleman — pioneering aviator
- Edith Kanaka’ole — Hawaiian cultural leader
- Eleanor Roosevelt — first lady and human rights advocate
- Jovita Idar — journalist and civil rights activist
- Maria Tallchief — legendary ballerina
Each design was struck at Philadelphia (P) and Denver (D), plus San Francisco (S) for proof and silver proof sets. Error coins have been found across all five designs and both main mints.
Most Valuable 2023 Quarter Errors
| Error Type | Design(s) Affected | How to Identify | Estimated Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doubled Die Obverse (DDO) | Bessie Coleman, Eleanor Roosevelt | Visible doubling on “IN GOD WE TRUST” or date | $50 – $500+ |
| Doubled Die Reverse (DDR) | Multiple designs | Doubling on lettering or design elements on reverse | $25 – $300+ |
| Off-Center Strike | Any 2023 quarter | Design shifted off-center; must show partial date | $50 – $400+ |
| Die Crack / Cud | Any 2023 quarter | Raised line across design or blob at rim | $10 – $100+ |
| Clipped Planchet | Any 2023 quarter | Missing crescent-shaped portion of coin edge | $25 – $150+ |
| Struck Through Error | Various | Impression of foreign material (grease, cloth, wire) on coin surface | $20 – $200+ |
| Wrong Planchet | Extremely rare | Quarter design on dime or nickel planchet | $500 – $3,000+ |
How to Identify 2023 Quarter Errors
You don’t need expensive equipment to find most quarter errors — a 5x to 10x magnifying loupe is sufficient for the major varieties. Here’s what to check on every 2023 quarter you find:
- Examine the obverse lettering. Look at “IN GOD WE TRUST,” “LIBERTY,” and the date under magnification. Any doubling, shadow text, or shifted letters could indicate a doubled die.
- Check the reverse design details. Each Women Quarter has intricate reverse design elements. Doubling on lettering or fine details is the most common valuable error.
- Look at the rim. Die cuds (raised blobs at the rim) and die cracks (raised lines crossing the design) are visible to the naked eye on many error coins.
- Check the centering. Hold the coin at arm’s length — is the design centered, or is it shifted to one side? Even a 5% off-center strike adds value.
- Weigh the coin. A standard clad quarter weighs 5.67 grams. Significant deviation could indicate a wrong planchet error.
For a comprehensive guide to mint error identification across all U.S. coins, see our error coin identification guide.
Which 2023 Quarter Errors Are Worth the Most?
The most valuable 2023 quarter errors are wrong planchet strikes ($500–$3,000+) and dramatic doubled dies visible to the naked eye ($100–$500+). Die cuds and off-center strikes with visible dates are also strong sellers. Minor die cracks and machine doubling (not a true doubled die) are common and carry minimal premiums.
The key distinction collectors make is between genuine doubled dies (created during the die-making process) and machine doubling (caused by die bounce during striking). Machine doubling is common, flat in appearance, and worth little. True doubled dies show raised, shelf-like doubling and are significantly more valuable. Understanding this distinction is essential — our doubled die identification guide explains the difference in detail.
Where to Sell 2023 Quarter Errors
- eBay — Best for errors valued under $500. Strong collector demand and wide audience.
- PCGS/NGC certification — For errors potentially worth $200+, get the coin certified first. A slabbed error sells for significantly more than a raw one.
- Local coin shows — Error coin dealers frequently attend regional shows and buy direct.
- Error coin forums — Specialized communities where advanced collectors buy and trade.
Learn More About Error Coins
Modern quarter errors are just one category in the vast world of U.S. mint errors. The Numismatics Handbook covers error identification across every major U.S. coin series — the essential reference for collectors who want to find valuable mistakes hiding in plain sight.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to Find 2023 Quarter Errors in Circulation
Finding genuine 2023 quarter errors requires a systematic approach. Most errors discovered in circulation are off-center strikes, die cracks, or planchet flaws that made it through the Mint’s quality control. Here’s the best method for checking quarters quickly and efficiently.
Sort by design first. Identify which 2023 American Women Quarters designs you have. The 2023 series features Bessie Coleman (Illinois), Edith Kanakaʻole (Hawaii), Eleanor Roosevelt (American Samoa), Jovita Idár (Texas), and Maria Tallchief (Oklahoma). Each design has different high-points that are prone to weakness or strike issues.
Use a 5x loupe to examine the rims and fields. Die cracks appear as raised lines on the coin’s surface — any raised line that wasn’t part of the original design is a potential die crack or die cap. Die cuds (retained die breaks creating raised blobs at the rim) are the most dramatic and valuable die crack errors.
Check the date area and mintmark closely. Doubled die errors show most clearly in the date digits and the text. Any doubling, notching, or extra thickness in the lettering could indicate a doubled die variety worth documenting and having authenticated.
Weigh suspicious coins. Normal clad quarters weigh 5.67 grams. Quarters that weigh significantly more or less may be struck on wrong planchets — a genuine error type that can add considerable value.
2023 Jovita Idár Quarter: Special Collector Interest
The 2023 Jovita Idár quarter (Texas) has attracted particular collector attention because Idár was a pioneering Mexican-American journalist and activist. This design generated strong early demand from both coin collectors and Latino/Hispanic heritage collectors, creating a broader base of buyers than typical state quarters attract.
Any error coins on the Jovita Idár quarter carry extra collector appeal beyond the error itself. The combination of a high-interest design and a genuine minting error creates stronger market demand than an equivalent error on a less popular quarter design. For more on Jovita Idár quarters including known varieties, see our Jovita Idár quarter guide.
2023 Quarter Error Value Chart
| Error Type | How Common | Typical Value | What to Look For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doubled Die Obverse (strong) | Rare | $50 – $300+ | Doubled lettering in “IN GOD WE TRUST” or date |
| Doubled Die Reverse (strong) | Rare | $50 – $200+ | Doubled design elements on the portrait or reverse imagery |
| Off-Center Strike (10-20%) | Uncommon | $15 – $50 | Design shifted, partial blank crescent visible |
| Off-Center Strike (40-60%) | Very rare | $200 – $1,000 | Date must be visible for max value |
| Die Crack (minor) | Uncommon | $5 – $20 | Thin raised line across coin surface |
| Die Cud (rim retained break) | Very rare | $50 – $300 | Raised blob at rim where die broke |
| Wrong Planchet | Extremely rare | $500 – $5,000+ | Wrong weight, wrong color, or wrong thickness |
| Broadstrike | Uncommon | $30 – $100 | Wider than normal coin, weak or missing rim |
| Clipped Planchet (curved) | Uncommon | $15 – $75 | Missing crescent at coin edge |
Getting Your 2023 Quarter Error Authenticated
For errors worth under $50, authentication costs may not be justified. But for any 2023 quarter error you believe is worth $100 or more — particularly off-center strikes, wrong planchets, or strong doubled dies — submitting to PCGS or NGC is the right move. Both services authenticate errors and grade coins, which dramatically increases buyer confidence and sale price.
Check the PCGS and NGC websites for their Economy tier submissions, which provide authentication and grading at the lowest cost for coins that don’t need quick turnaround. For 2023 quarters specifically, the turnaround time is typically 2-4 months at economy tier, and the cost is $20-40 per coin depending on the service selected.
Learn more about the full range of modern coin errors and how to find them in our guide to modern coin errors worth money.
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