1951 (D) 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
$17,750 MS68 03-22-2020 David Lawrence RC
Description
The 1951 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 Denver Mint, this issue is identified by the D 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 35,354,800 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 #5847; NGC #15847
External References
Error Varieties(16)
1951-D Doubled Die Obverse DDO-001
1951-D Doubled Die Obverse DDO-002
1951-D Doubled Die Obverse DDO-003
1951-D Doubled Die Obverse DDO-004
1951-D Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-001
1951-D Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-002
1951-D Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-003
1951-D Doubled Die Reverse DDR-001
1951-D Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-001
1951-D Repunched Mintmark RPM-001
1951-D Repunched Mintmark RPM-002
1951-D Repunched Mintmark RPM-003
1951-D Repunched Mintmark RPM-004
1951-D Repunched Mintmark RPM-005
1951-D Repunched Mintmark RPM-006
