1942 Washington Quarter
Strike Type
Coin Details
Value Estimates
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
- $5,581
- Sold
- Grade
- MS67+
- Auction house
- Heritage Auctions
Description
The 1942 Washington Quarter, struck at the Philadelphia Mint, is part of the Washington Silver Quarters 1932-1964 collection. The Philadelphia Mint struck 102,096,000 quarters dated 1942. 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 full year of the war, with quarters struck at all three mints. Some 1942-D coins show weak mint marks. The Philadelphia Mint, America's oldest coin-making facility, has struck coins continuously since 1792. Estimated market value ranges from $19 to $49 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 #5817.
Rarity Notes
High mintage of 102,096,000 pieces. Readily available in circulated and lower uncirculated grades. Well-struck gems with full luster remain desirable despite the large production run.
Cross References
PCGS #5817; NGC #15817
External References
Error Varieties(37)
1942 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-001
1942 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-002
1942 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-004
1942 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-005
1942 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-006
1942 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-007
1942 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-008
1942 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-009
1942 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-010
1942 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-011
1942 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-012
1942 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-013
1942 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-014
1942 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-015
1942 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-016
1942 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-001 / DDO-003
1942 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-002
1942 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-003
1942 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-004
1942 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-005
1942 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-006
1942 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-007
1942 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-001
1942 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-003
1942 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-007
1942 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-008
1942 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-009
1942 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-010
1942 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-011
1942 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-012
1942 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-013
1942 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-014
1942 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-001 / DDR-002
1942 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-002
1942 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-003
1942 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-004
1942 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-005 / DDR-006
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