1944 (S) Washington Quarter
Strike Type
Coin Details
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
$16,100 MS68 CAC 03-31-2011 Stack's Bowers
Description
The 1944 Washington quarter was struck during World War II. Unlike the nickel denomination, which was changed to a silver-manganese alloy to conserve nickel for the war effort, the quarter retained its standard 90% silver composition throughout the conflict. Wartime demand for coinage was high as the expanding economy and military payrolls required vast quantities of circulating coins. Struck at the San Francisco Mint, this issue is identified by the S mint mark on the reverse beneath the eagle's tail feathers. The coin is composed of 90% silver and 10% copper, weighing 6.25 grams with a diameter of 24.3mm and a reeded edge.
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(11)
1944-S Doubled Die Obverse DDO-001
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
1944-S Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-002
1944-S Doubled Die Reverse DDR-001
1944-S Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-001
