Maya Angelou Quarter Value
2022 · 25¢ · 91.67% copper, 8.33% nickel
Value by Grade
| Grade | Est. Value |
|---|---|
| Poor (P-1) | $0.25 |
| Good (G-4) | $0.25 |
| Fine (F-12) | $0.30 |
| Uncirculated (MS-63) | $1.50 |
| Gem (MS-65) | $4.50 |
| Perfect (MS-70) | $22.50 |
Key Dates & Rare Varieties
| Date/Variety | Why It's Special | Value Range |
|---|---|---|
| 2022-S | Silver proof from San Francisco | $8–$15 |
| 2022-P | First coin in the American Women series | $0.50–$3 |
| 2022-D | High-grade MS-67+ examples | $10–$30 |
Coin Specifications
- Designer
- Emily Damstra
- Years
- 2022
- Denomination
- 25¢
- Composition
- 91.67% copper, 8.33% nickel
- Diameter
- 24.3 mm
- Weight
- 5.67 g
Quick Value
Where to Buy/Sell
Maya Angelou Quarter: History & Background
The Maya Angelou Quarter was the first coin in the American Women Quarters Program, honoring poet, author, and civil rights activist Maya Angelou. The reverse depicts Angelou with outstretched arms and a bird in flight, referencing her autobiography 'I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings.' This was also the first circulating US coin to feature a Black woman. The obverse features Laura Gardin Fraser's 1931 portrait of George Washington, replacing the long-running John Flanagan design.
How to Grade a Maya Angelou Quarter
Accurate grading is the single most important factor in determining a coin's value. A difference of just a few grade points can mean 10× or more in value. Examine the highest points of the design first — these are where wear appears earliest. For the finest grades, luster, strike quality, and surface preservation all matter. Professional grading by PCGS or NGC adds certainty and typically increases resale value. Read our complete grading guide →