The standard 2023 Maria Tallchief quarters are made of a clad composition that contains copper and nickel. Clad proof quarters and silver proof quarters were also minted and they sell for more money. Keep reading to learn more about these coins.
Design
On the reverse side of the coin the design features Maria Tallchief extending her body in a ballet pose. Tallchief's name in the Osage language in inscribed on the coin. Her name translates to "Two Standards".
Maria Tallchief was a Native American ballerina. Her family comes from Osage Nation. She is considered to be the first prima ballerina in America. She performed internationally during her career and frequently appeared on television.
Coin Information
These coins are part of the American Women quarters program.
The US minted different series of the Maria Tallchief quarter. There is the 2023 P quarter, 2023 D quarter, 2023 S quarter, 2023 S proof quarter and 2023 S silver proof quarter.
Proof coins are essentially coins that have more detail. They are minted on special planchets and it takes longer to produce them. They are specifically made for collectors so you won't find any in your spare change.
Note: The mint mark can be found on the obverse side of each coin below the date.
Value
The value will depend on the series and the coin's condition. Below we will examine the value for each series.
Clad Quarters
The standard 2023 Maria Tallchief clad quarters in circulated condition are only worth their face value of $0.25. These coins only sell for a premium in uncirculated condition.
Both the 2023 P Maria Tallchief quarter and 2023 D Maria Tallchief quarter are each worth around $0.75 in uncirculated condition with an MS 63 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 65 can sell for around $1.
The 2023 S Maria Tallchief quarter is worth around $3 in MS 63 uncirculated condition. The value is around $5 in MS 65 uncirculated condition.
The 2023 S proof Maria Tallchief quarter is worth around $5 in PR 66DC condition. The value is around $15 in PR 69DC condition.
Silver Proof Quarter
This coin is worth at least its weight in silver. The silver melt value for this coin is $6.13. This melt value is calculated from the current silver spot price of $30.06 per ounce.
The 2023 S silver proof Maria Tallchief quarter is worth around $18 in PR 66DC condition. The value is around $20 in PR 69DC condition.
Grading System
MS 63 choice uncirculated- In the major focal areas there are some blemishes or contact marks. The coin's luster might not be as prominent.
MS 65 gem uncirculated- There is strong luster and eye appeal. A few light contact marks may be present but they are barely noticeable.
PR 66DC proof- There are minimal marks and hairlines.
PR 69DC proof- Only the slightest imperfections are present.
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See also:
2023 Bessie Coleman Quarter 2023 Jovita Idar Quarter 2023 Edith Kanaka'ole Quarter 2023 Eleanor Roosevelt Quarter