2022 Dr. Sally Ride Quarter Error

2022 Dr. Sally Ride Quarter, Errors, Varieties, Values, and FAQs

2022 Dr. Sally Ride Quarter: Facts and History

The 2022 Dr. Sally Ride quarter is a landmark release in the American Women Quarters Program, serving as the second coin in the series. It honors Dr. Sally Ride, the physicist and astronaut who became the first American woman in space in 1983.

The reverse design, created by Elana Hagler and sculpted by Phebe Hemphill, captures a profound moment: Dr. Ride in her NASA flight suit, looking out the space shuttle’s window toward Earth.

2022 Dr. Sally Ride American Women Quarter Errors for the Great American Coin Hunt!

For coin hunters, the Sally Ride quarter has several distinct minting errors. One of the most sought-after is the “Vomit Comet” die clash, a rare error where the obverse and reverse dies collided without a planchet in between, causing Washington’s profile to appear “ghosted” onto the reverse window.

High-grade examples of this clash have been valued at over $2,000. Other notable varieties include the “Ghost Comet” (a trail-like die clash near the Earth), the “Drooling George” die chip near Washington’s mouth, and the “In COD We Trust” error found on Denver strikes, where a grease-filled die obscured the “G” in God. 

Rare American Women Quarter Values

2022 Dr. Sally Ride Quarter: Error & Value Chart

Error / Grade What to Look For Est. Value
"Vomit Comet" Die Clash A major die clash where obverse and reverse designs blend; Washington’s ghosted profile appears on the reverse. $2,000 – $10,000+
"Black Eye" Error A specific die clash resulting in a dark, bruised-looking mark on Washington’s cheek. $500 – $1,000
"Ghost Comet" Trail A distinct "trail" or line caused by a die clash near Dr. Ride’s image on the reverse. $200 – $500
"Drooling George" A die chip error at the corner of Washington’s mouth, making it look like he is drooling. $3 – $175
"In COD We Trust" Grease-filled die error that obscures the "G" in GOD. Common on Denver strikes. $5 – $25
MS68 (Gem Uncirculated) Flawless strike with no visible marks to the naked eye. Extremely rare. $995 (Record)
MS67 (Uncirculated) High-grade coin with very few contact marks. Typical for mint set coins. $25 – $45
PR70 DCAM (Proof) The highest possible proof grade. Deep Cameo contrast between fields and design. $55+
Circulated Grade Standard coins found in pocket change with visible wear. Face Value
*Values based on recent eBay sales and auction records (2025-2026).

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