1937 Proof Washington Quarter
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Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-67). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
Auction Record
$18,400 PR68 07-27-2005 Heritage Auctions
Description
This 1937 proof Washington quarter was struck at the Philadelphia Mint as part of the pre-war proof coin program that ran from 1936 to 1942. Proof production was suspended after 1942 due to World War II and would not resume until 1950. These early proofs were struck on specially prepared planchets using polished dies, producing mirror-like fields and sharp design details. Pre-war proofs are distinguished by their brilliant, watery surfaces and exceptional detail, particularly in Washington's hair curls and the eagle's feather definition on the reverse. The obverse presents John Flanagan's portrait of Washington based on Houdon's 1785 bust, rendered in exceptional relief and detail. The reverse displays a heraldic eagle with fully defined feathers and sharp lettering. Composed of 90% silver and 10% copper, weighing 6.25 grams with a 24.3mm diameter and reeded edge.
Rarity Notes
With a proof mintage of only 5,542, this is one of the scarcer pre-war proof Washington quarters. Pre-war proofs are significantly rarer than their post-1950 counterparts and command strong premiums in all grades.
Cross References
PCGS #5976; NGC #15976
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