1932 (S) Washington 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
$45,500 MS66 03-22-2020 David Lawrence RC
Description
The 1932 (S) Washington Quarter is a quarter produced at the San Francisco Mint as part of the Washington Silver Quarters 1932-1964 series. With a mintage of 408,000, this is an extremely rare issue — the lowest mintage among 3 mint variants, representing only 7% of total production. The obverse features George Washington facing left, based on a 1786 bust by Jean-Antoine Houdon and the reverse displays an eagle perched on a bundle of arrows with olive branches below. First year of the Washington Quarter, a bicentennial commemorative that became permanent. The 1932-D (mintage 436,800) and 1932-S (mintage 408,000) are key dates. Struck at the San Francisco Mint, established during the California Gold Rush and now primarily producing proof and collector coins. Estimated market value ranges from $114 to $3.1K 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 #5792.
Rarity Notes
Key date with a very low mintage of only 408,000 pieces. This is one of the lowest-mintage issues in the entire Washington quarter series and commands substantial premiums in all grades. Even well-worn examples are highly sought after by collectors.
Cross References
PCGS #5792; NGC #15792
