1805 Draped Bust Quarter
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About This Coin
The 1805 Draped Bust Quarter is a United States quarter from the Draped Bust Quarters 1796-1807 series — 3rd of 5 years in the series. In 1805, coins were struck at the Philadelphia Mint with a combined mintage of 121,394. This ranks 3rd of 5 years by total mintage, at the series median of 121,394. The obverse features Liberty facing right with draped bust and ribbon-bound hair, designed after a Gilbert Stuart portrait and the reverse displays a small, naturalistic eagle perched on a palm branch within a wreath (1796) or a heraldic eagle with shield on breast, olive branch and arrows in talons, with a banner reading E PLURIBUS UNUM (1804-1807). Produced during the earliest years of the United States Mint, when the young republic was establishing its monetary system and coinage traditions. Struck in 89.2% silver, 10.8% copper, weighing 6.74 grams, 27.5 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Collectors have identified one known die variety for this date (pre-cud). Produced 9 years after the celebrated 1796 key date. Across its variants, estimated values range from $624 to $27K depending on mint mark, grade, and strike type. A notable auction result reached $82K in MS65 grade at Heritage Auctions. Designed by Robert Scot.
Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026 — range across all strike types, reflecting typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.