1944 (S) 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
- $16,100
- Sold
- Grade
- MS68 CAC
- Auction house
- Stack's Bowers
Description
A quarter from the San Francisco Mint, the 1944 (S) Washington Quarter belongs to the Washington Silver Quarters 1932-1964 series. The San Francisco Mint struck 12,560,000 quarters dated 1944. 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. Produced during World War II, when the Mint altered coin compositions to conserve strategic metals for the war effort. The San Francisco Mint, a Gold Rush-era institution, now specializes in proof and collector coinage. 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 #5826.
Rarity Notes
Mintage of 12,560,000 pieces. Common in circulated grades. Uncirculated examples are available but high-grade gems are scarcer due to bag marks and handling during the silver era.
Cross References
PCGS #5826; NGC #15826
External References
Error Varieties(10)
1944-S Doubled Die Obverse DDO-002
1944-S Doubled Die Obverse DDO-003
1944-S Doubled Die Obverse DDO-004
1944-S Doubled Die Obverse DDO-005
1944-S Doubled Die Obverse DDO-006
1944-S Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-001 / DDO-001
1944-S Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-002
1944-S Doubled Die Reverse DDR-001
1944-S Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-001
1944-S Variety WMDO-001
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