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The 2021 Washington Crossing the Delaware Quarter may seem like ordinary pocket change — but rare errors and varieties could make yours worth up to hundreds of dollars.
Here’s everything you need to know to identify valuable versions of this modern quarter, and where to sell them if you strike gold.
🇺🇸 Quick Background on the 2021 Quarter
After the U.S. Mint wrapped up the America the Beautiful series, it released this new design in 2021:
- Obverse: Traditional George Washington profile (designed by John Flanagan)
- Reverse: Washington crossing the Delaware River, sword drawn
- Mint Marks: P (Philadelphia), D (Denver), S (San Francisco)
While the majority of these coins are only worth 25 cents, a few error coins are extremely valuable.
🔍 Valuable Errors and Varieties to Look For
1. Cud Die Breaks
- These appear as extra metal blobs, usually near the rim or on Washington’s head.
- Some cud errors have sold for $50 to $150 depending on size and location.
2. Strikethrough Errors
- Caused by foreign material (like grease) blocking part of the die.
- Look for missing design elements, especially on the reverse.
- Can sell for $100 or more.
3. Double Die (DDR or DDO)
- Rare doubling seen on inscriptions like “LIBERTY” or “QUARTER DOLLAR”
- These errors are often subtle and need magnification.
- Potential value: $75 to $200+ depending on clarity and condition.
4. Off-Center Strikes
- If part of the design is missing because the coin was misaligned during minting, it’s a keeper.
- A well-centered off-strike (around 10%–50%) may bring in $100 or more.
🧪 How to Spot a Valuable Quarter
Use the following tips:
✔ Examine with a 10x loupe
✔ Look closely at edges and text for doubling or die cracks
✔ Weigh your coin (standard = 5.67g for clad)
✔ Check mintmark location and font for anomalies
✔ Compare to known errors from online coin forums
💸 What’s the Value of a Regular 2021 Quarter?
| Mint | Circulated | Uncirculated |
|---|---|---|
| P (Philadelphia) | $0.25 | $0.50–$1.00 |
| D (Denver) | $0.25 | $0.50–$1.00 |
| S (San Francisco, Clad Proof) | $1.00 | $2.00–$3.00 |
| S (Silver Proof) | Face + silver value | $5–$10+ |
Most quarters won’t make you rich — unless they have an error.
🔎 Where to Sell Valuable 2021 Quarters
If you think you’ve found a valuable error:
- 📷 Take clear close-up photos
- 🧪 Weigh and describe the coin
- ✅ Consider grading or authentication (PCGS/NGC) if it’s worth $100+
- 📬 Sell via:
- eBay (popular for modern errors)
- Heritage Auctions (for high-end finds)
- Facebook Coin Groups
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💬 Final Thoughts from Pennyverse
The 2021 Washington Crossing the Delaware quarter is a beautiful modern issue. While most are common, a select few errors have turned into high-dollar collectibles.
Always check your change — the next rare quarter might be hiding in your pocket.
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