1917 Standing Liberty Quarter - Type 2
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Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
Auction Record
$4,320 MS67 08-20-2023 Heritage Auctions
Description
The 1917 Standing Liberty Quarter - Type 2 is a quarter produced at the Philadelphia Mint as part of the Standing Liberty Quarters 1916-1930 series. The U.S. Mint produced 13.9 million examples, making this the highest mintage among 6 variants, accounting for 37% of the year's production. The obverse features Liberty standing in a gateway between two walls, holding an olive branch and a shield and the reverse displays an eagle in flight. Two major types exist: Type I (bare breast) and Type II (chain mail armor), both struck at all three mints. Struck at the original U.S. Mint facility, in continuous operation since 1792. Estimated market value ranges from $36 to $356 depending on grade and condition. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 6.3 grams, 24.3 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #5714.
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