2023 United States Quarter Dollar, American Women Quarters Series
Coin/Bullion · United States Mint; an agency of the Department of the Treasury founded in 1792.
Pattern: American Women Quarters Program (2022-2025); Obverse: George Washington by Laura Gardin Fraser.
Type
Coin/Bullion
Maker
United States Mint; an agency of the Department of the Treasury founded in 1792.
Material
Cupro-Nickel Clad (8.33% Nickel, remaining Copper). No silver content present in standard circulation strikes.
Dimensions
Diameter: 24.26 mm (0.955 in); Thickness: 1.75 mm; Weight: 5.67 grams.
Description
A standard circulating United States quarter dollar from 2023. This coin features the right-facing portrait of George Washington originally designed by Laura Gardin Fraser in 1931, which was selected for this specific modern series.
Key Features
Single-year obverse design specific to the 2022-2025 series; 2023 date; 'P' or 'D' mint mark below the date.
Material & Composition
Cupro-Nickel Clad (8.33% Nickel, remaining Copper). No silver content present in standard circulation strikes.
Finish & Decoration
Business strike with a satin/semi-reflective finish. Features a reeded edge and die-struck relief of George Washington.
Hallmarks & Stamps
Obverse: 'LIBERTY', 'IN GOD WE TRUST', '2023', and mint mark 'P' (Philadelphia) or 'D' (Denver).
Construction Details
Triple-layered clad construction: a pure copper core bonded between two layers of cupronickel, struck by high-pressure dies.
Functional Features
Legal tender currency for the United States; reeded edge to prevent counterfeiting and filing.
Handle & Grip Details
Not applicable (coinage).
Craftsmanship Details
High-speed machine struck. The relief is lower than historical coinage to facilitate better stacking and reduced die wear.
Authentication Indicators
Correct die-struck lettering, distinct copper stripe on the edge visible in clad coinage, and weight-to-diameter ratio consistent with US Mint specifications.
Origin & Manufacturing
United States of America; manufactured in either the Philadelphia or Denver Mint facilities.
Era & Period
Modern Era; American Women Quarters Program historical commemorative series.
Age Estimate
Dated 2023; current year of circulation at the time of identification.
Cultural Significance
Represents a shift in US coinage to celebrate the historical contributions of women to American history on the reverse side (not visible here).
Condition Notes
Circulated condition; showing minor surface bag marks and light scratches consistent with handling. Grade estimate: About Uncirculated (AU).
Value Estimate
Face value: $0.25 USD. In higher uncirculated grades, it may carry a small premium to collectors ($1-$3).
Care & Maintenance
As a common circulation coin, no special care is needed. For collectors, avoid cleaning or abrasive polishing to preserve the original mint luster.
Similar Pieces
1932-2021 Washington Quarters (different obverse), Silver Proof Quarters (99.9% silver version with 'S' mint mark), Statehood Quarters.
Interesting Facts
The obverse design by Laura Gardin Fraser was the winner of the 1931 design competition for the Washington Quarter but was rejected by the Treasury Secretary at the time in favor of John Flanagan's design.