Washington Silver Quarter (2024)

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Which quarter is worth $35000? ›

The 1941 quarter has at least six doubled-die errors plus the Large-S and Small-S mint mark varieties, according to Coin Value Lookup. All these errors make these quarters worth big paychecks. Regarding finding a quarter worth $35,000, the coin sold had the Canadian “1941” imprint behind the U.S. “DOLLAR.”

Now, if you happen to see a 2004 Wisconsin quarter with a low extra leaf below the corn, it's also good to hold.

Like many coins over history, quarters that come with a history also come with immense value. There are even a few you might find out in circulation, including the 1932-D Washington quarter worth over $285 and the 1932-S Washington quarter valued at around $100.

1776-1976 Washington Quarter Value

According to the NGC Price Guide, as of April 2024, a Washington Quarter from 1776-1976 in circulated condition is worth between $0.30 and $0.85. However, on the open market 1776-1976 Quarters in pristine, uncirculated condition sell for as much as $75.

1972 Double Die Obverse Washington Quarter

These quarters can sell for more than $25,000, especially if they are kept in top condition.

Did you know there's a 1999 Georgia quarter error worth $10,000?!

Silver 1965 quarters are special because they're transitional error coins. In 1964, quarters were still struck with a 90% silver planchet. In 1965, quarter production changed to a clad composition planchet made of copper and nickel. However, a few (the exact number is unknown) were struck on a silver planchet instead.

1976 D Bicentennial Quarter, MS67 - Denver mint quarters in MS67 condition are rare finds, with values reaching up to $1,000 for those in top condition. 1976 Bicentennial Quarter, Full Drum Lines - Coins showcasing full, clear drum lines on the reverse can fetch over $1,000, as this detail signifies a well-struck coin.

'If you find a quarter that has the year 1965 and it's silver, then you have found a $5,000 quarter,' the TikToker stated. 'Always make sure to check your change.

Is a 1999 Georgia quarter worth $10000? ›

For evidence, look no further than a 1999 Georgia quarter whose value has been estimated as high as $10,000 due to errors. Georgia state quarters from 1999 have several types of errors, according to the U.S. Coins Guide website.

The most valuable of those coins — a 1976-S Bicentennial Silver Quarter that came in with a very high grade — sold for $19,200 at auction a few years ago, according to the Chronicle Collectibles website. But that's not the only bicentennial quarter that fetches a big price.

Since 1965, these “clad” coins have had a core of pure copper coated with a thin copper-nickel alloy outer layer. But some of the bicentennial quarters were composed of 40% silver, and those coins are more valuable. Coin condition also is critical for establishing value.

According to the NGC Price Guide, as of April 2024, a Washington Quarter from 1984 in circulated condition is worth between $0.30 and $0.85. However, on the open market 1984 P Quarters in pristine, uncirculated condition sell for as much as $550.

The Most Valuable 1970 Washington Quarter: The $35,000 Quarter. The most famous and most expensive 1970 quarter is the 1970-S quarter struck on an 80% silver 1941 Canadian quarter. This unique coin has been appraised at a whopping $35,000!

In 1965, quarter production changed to a clad composition planchet made of copper and nickel. However, a few (the exact number is unknown) were struck on a silver planchet instead. Silver 1965 quarters are worth over $7,000 because they were made by mistake!

A certain number of quarters produced in 1970 have a tiny misprint which makes them very valuable. According to Good Housekeeping magazine, the coins were printed over 1941 Canadian quarters and therefore a tiny "1941" marking appears above the word "dollar" on the back of the coin.