2008 Arizona State Quarter Errors, Varieties, & Values
2008 Arizona state quarter errors and varieties exist! Arizona quarter coins are famous for the extra cactus leaves. Moreover, observe this unique 2008 quarter coin specimen, retrieved from a change machine at a laundromat.
Arizona State Quarter Errors
Furthermore, “coin roll hunters discovered die chips covering the “2” or first “0” in the year of “2008.” Die markings like these are what give 2008 Arizona quarters a considerable bump in value, especially those in pristine condition.
Furthermore, at the height of its popularity people paid upwards of $150 for a single Arizona quarter. Additionally, the current value is around $3 to $5 on Ebay.
However, “higher quality quarters with various errors can sell for up to $30 or more, depending on the condition of the coin.” – TreasurePursuits.com
State Quarters Worth Money
Note the die breaks on the reverse side of the coin, where “extra cactus leaves” are. The artist’s initials are completely covered. Moreover, the break varies in size from coin to coin. Additionally, coin collectors collect coins like this by the progression of die breaks.
Furthermore, the bigger the die break, or if it has many die breaks, then the more valuable the coin. However, Arizona quarters don’t have to have any errors or be a variety in order to be valuable.
2008 Arizona Quarter Values
For instance, a 2008 D Arizona quarter graded MS68, sold for $1,450.00. Furthermore, a 2008 P Arizona quarter graded MS68, sold for $1,175,00.
Moreover, some 2008 quarters have a special strike. For instance, a 2008 P Satin Finish Arizona quarter graded SP69, sold for $150.00. Finally, a 2008 D Satin Finish Arizona quarter graded SP69, sold for $160.00.
The best way to find rare uncirculated 2008 Arizona quarter errors and varieties in mint state condition is to purchase and hunt through original bank wrapped rolls. Additionally, don’t forget to examine 2008 mint sets for them.
Arizona State Quarter Design
“The Arizona quarter features the Grand Canyon and a Saguaro cactus. A banner reading “Grand Canyon State” separates the Canyon from the cactus, which doesn’t grow in the Grand Canyon.”
“Furthermore, the flower of the cactus is the state flower of Arizona. The Grand Canyon joined the National Park system in 1919 and is visited by more than four million tourists a year.”
“Moreover, covering more than 1 million acres in northwestern Arizona, the Canyon was sculpted by the mighty Colorado River. At its deepest point, the Canyon is 6,000 feet deep, and it gets as wide as 18 miles across, making it one of the seven natural wonders of the world.
Additionally, rare plant and animal species live and thrive in Arizona.
Doubled Die Variety Coins: Arizona Quarters
As shown above, Arizona state quarter doubled die varieties exist. Furthermore, listings to compare images to are available doubleddie.com.
First, watch the videos of the coin examination noting the Arizona quarter with the extra cactus leaf die chip. Then, Check out a rare 2020 Weir Farm West Point quarter with a die crack!
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