1932 (S) Washington Quarter

Strike Type

Coin Details

Year

1932

Denomination

Quarter

Mint Mark

Strike Type

Regular Strike

Series

Washington Silver Quarters 1932-1964

Designer

John Flanagan

Mintage

408,000

Composition

90% Silver, 10% Copper

Weight

6.25g

Diameter

24.3mm

Edge

Reeded

Value Estimates

$114 - $3,097

Values as of May 2026, from published price guides and, in some cases, recorded auction sales. For most coins the range runs from a well-worn example (around G-4) to an uncirculated one, but individual coins can sell for more or less depending on grade, eye appeal and demand. Compare recent sales of similar coins for a closer estimate.

Auction Record

Price realized: $45,500
Sold: 22 March 2020
Grade: MS66
Auction house: David Lawrence RC

Description

The 1932 (S) Washington Quarter was struck at the San Francisco Mint as a quarter in the Washington Silver Quarters 1932-1964 series. The San Francisco Mint struck 408,000 quarters dated 1932. 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, issued for the bicentennial of Washington's birth. The 1932-D (mintage 436,800) and 1932-S (mintage 408,000) are key dates. 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 $114 to $3.1K depending on grade and condition. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 6.25 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.