1950 (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
$19,800 MS68 03-31-2021 Stack's Bowers
Description
The 1950 Washington quarter was struck during the 1950s, a period of economic expansion and suburban growth that fueled demand for circulating coinage. The series continued with Flanagan's original design, now well into its second decade of production, featuring Washington's Houdon bust obverse and heraldic eagle reverse. 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 10,284,004 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 #5844; NGC #15844
External References
Error Varieties(11)
1950-S Doubled Die Reverse DDR-001
1950-S Doubled Die Reverse DDR-002
1950-S Doubled Die Reverse DDR-003
1950-S Doubled Die Reverse DDR-004
1950-S Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-001
1950-S Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-002
1950-S Over Mint Mark OMM-001
1950-S Over Mint Mark WOMM-001
1950-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-001
1950-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-002
