1920 (S) Standing Liberty Quarter
Strike Type
Coin Details
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
$40,800 MS67 03-25-2020 Stack's Bowers
Description
The 1920 (S) Standing Liberty Quarter was struck at the San Francisco Mint as a quarter in the Standing Liberty Quarters 1916-1930 series. With a mintage of 6.4 million, this is a less common issue — ranked 2nd of 3 mint variants by mintage, with 17% of 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. Minted during and after World War I, as America emerged as a global power and experienced the prosperity of the Roaring Twenties. Coined at the San Francisco Mint, which transitioned from Gold Rush-era production to its modern role producing proof and collector issues. Estimated market value ranges from $36 to $941 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 #5738.
External References
Error Varieties(3)
1920-S Typical Die Clash TDC-25C-1920S-01
RCD-25c-1920S-01 Retained Cud
RCD-25c-1920S-02 Retained Cud
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