2008 Alaska Quarter Errors

Alaska Quarter Error Extra Claw

2008 Alaska State Quarter Errors, Varieties, and Values

2008 Alaska quarter errors and varieties are collectible coins.  Moreover, I’ve found extra bear claws on these 2008 state quarters.  However, keep in mind the most valuable coins are those in mint state condition.

macro image of a 2008 alaska quarter with arrows noting errors on the bear's claw

State Quarter Errors

Furthermore, unlike other coins I found exhibiting the extra claw, this quarter displays extra thick letters with die breaks on the devices of both sides of the coin.  This coin is circulated but still a neat find. 

Moreover, searching uncirculated original wrapped bank rolls of 2008 Alaska quarters is the best chance of finding a rare error or variety specimen in mint state grades.   Additionally, examining 2008 mint sets ensures a mint state grade proof specimen.

2008 Alaska Quarters

A 2008 P Alaska quarter with an extra claw and die chips found in the word Land once sold for $35 at Great Collections.   Most interestingly, is how some people flip coins like people flip houses. 

Furthermore, they can easily turn a twenty five cent quarter into several dollars or more.  The extra claw nickname caused this coin to become famous, so to speak.

A die break shows as the form of the extra claw, noted by the arrows in the images.   Additionally, arrows note the die chips in L, A, and N of LAND.  Moreover, die breaks display on the I, N, and W of In God We Trust on the obverse of the coin. 

Alaska 2008 Quarter Value

2008 extra bear claw quarters are listed on eBay. For instance, check out the recent sold prices, which suggest current market value of $5.00.  However, that’s in raw or ungraded condition.  The more unique the die markings on a quarter dollar coin, the more appealing coin collectors find it.  

macro image of 2008 alaska quarter errors noted by arrows
Alaska Quarter Values

Above all, population of graded coins, and not just grade or the mintage itself determines the value of a coin.   

Furthermore, there are a few Alaska quarter doubled die varieties listed on doubleddie.com.  The more flawless the coin, the higher the value.

2008 Alaska Extra Claw Six Claw Bear Value Chart

2008-P Alaska State Quarter

"6th Bear Claw" Die Chip Error Value Guide

Condition / GradeRarityEstimated Value
Circulated (Average) Found in pocket change, shows wearCommon$1.00 - $3.00
About Uncirculated (AU) Slight traces of wear on high pointsCommon$4.00 - $8.00
Mint State (MS63) Uncirculated, typical bag marksUncommon$12.00 - $20.00
Choice Uncirculated (MS65) Strong luster, very few marksSCARCE$35.00 - $65.00
Superb Gem (MS67+) High-grade certified (PCGS/NGC)RARE$150.00+

For example, a 2008-D Alaska Quarter graded MS69, sold at auction for $2,350.00.  Furthermore, a 2008-P Alaska Quarter graded MS68, sold at auction for $199.00.  Additionally, a 2008-S Silver quarter graded  PR70, sold for $127.00.

Examinations and The Study of Coins

If you haven’t read any books by famed numismatist John Wexler yet, listings are available via Amazon.  

Additionally, Strike it Rich with Pocket Change by Ken Potter is recommended along with The CherryPickers’ Guide. Finally, check out a 2008 Arizona Quarter with The Extra Cactus Leaf!

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2020 Quarter Errors: U.S. Virgin Islands Varieties

2020 quarter errors with pictures

2020 Salt River Bay Quarter Errors

2020 quarter errors and varieties are collectible quarter dollar coins. 

Look for large die chips and feeder finger errors on this coin.

For instance, a 2020 Salt River Bay U.S. Virgin Islands quarter displays die breaks as extra leaves on the mangrove trees.

salt river bay quarter errors

Additionally, look for various anomalies on all 2020 Salt River Bay quarters. 

In other words, the Rainy Day Quarter Error refers to the 2020 U.S. Virgin Islands feeder finger error coins. 

Feeding Finger Error Coins

Furthermore, note the feeder finger errors prominent on this quarter. These error coins sell for $5 and up on Ebay in raw condition. 

salt river bay quarter value

Moreover, people searching for 2020 w quarters with the privy mark should be looking for doubled die varieties and errors on the already limited quantity of w quarters produced at every mint.

Also, the best chance of finding a rare and valuable 2020 U.S. Virgin Islands quarter is by searching through uncirculated original wrapped mint rolls. 

2020 quarter value

Rare Quarter Dollar Coins

Additionally, examining 2020 mint sets ensures a mint state grade proof specimen.   

Another tip, don’t forget to check for valuable no mint mark errors on S quarters. Bookmark this list of National Park Quarter Errors for future reference.

For instance, mint sets were discovered containing coins missing the S mint mark. 

Moreover, though they’re extremely rare, they’re worth searching for due to drastically increasing in value over time.

Mint Error Quarters

Furthermore, feeder finger errors or die scrapes display on many coins. 

Various errors exist on the Denver, Philadelphia, Sacramento, and West Point quarters. 

For instance, check out a rare Weir Farm W Quarter with a flowing river (die crack.)

Aside from finger feeder errors, these quarters displays die breaks on both the left and right sides of the mangrove trees. 

Feeder finger scrapes appear on both the obverse and reverse of coins. 

salt river bay 2020 quarter error

Additionally,  2020 U.S. Virgin Islands Salt River Bay obverse and reverse doubled die varieties exist. 

For instance, images to compare 2020 quarter doubled dies are listed via doubleddie.com.

Next check out a 2020 W Salt River Bay Quarter with a struck-through error! Then check out extremely rare Morgan Dollars! 

2020 quarter errors list

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1995 Quarter Errors and Varieties

1995 Quarter Errors,
Varieties, and Values

1995 quarter error

1995 quarter errors and varieties are collectible coins.  Furthermore, this 1995 Washington quarter displays a die crack on the reverse.  Moreover, a die crack is a common die defect appearing as a raised line across a coin.  It’s caused by an aging die. 

Additionally, die cracks form through the aging process of a die.  They may appear anywhere on any coin.  Furthermore, die cracks do add some additional value to a coin, depending on the condition of the coin.  

Moreover, 1995 quarter errors and varieties sell for a few dollars up to hundreds of dollars in raw condition and graded on ebay.com. 

1995 quarter value

1995 Doubled Die Quarters

Look for doubled die 1995 S proof quarters.  Images for comparing them to are available via varietyvista.com.  Furthermore,  it’s the only known doubled die discovered on 1995 quarters.  However, keep an eye out for more doubled die discoveries.

1995 Quarter Value

More than a billion 1995 Washington Quarters produced.  Additionally, 1995 quarters don’t need to be a variety or have errors to be valuable.  For instance, a 1995 P Washington quarter graded MS68, sold for $3600.00.  

Moreover, a 1995 D Washington quarter graded MS67+, sold for $1,293.00.  Furthermore, 1995  S doubled die obverse Washington quarter graded PR69 DCAM, sold for $920.00. 

Finding Rare 1995 Washington Quarters

Furthermore, check out a doubled ear 1996 Washington Quarter next!  There are many common errors and key dates to look for when searching collectible Washington quarters.

As a result, people profit from coin roll hunting.   The best chance of finding rare and valuable 1995 quarter errors and varieties is by examining mint sets or searching through uncirculated  original bank wrapped rolls. Have fun hunting! 

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