1955 (D) Washington Quarter
Strike Type
Coin Details
Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
Auction Record
$40,800 MS67+ 01-14-2024 Heritage Auctions
Description
The 1955 (D) Washington Quarter, struck at the Denver Mint, is part of the Washington Silver Quarters 1932-1964 collection. With a mintage of 3.2 million, this is a scarce issue — the scarcer of two mint variants, with 15% of total production. 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. The 1955-D is a common date. San Francisco mint mark varieties are collected. Denver's mint evolved from a frontier assay office into one of the nation's primary coin production facilities, opening in 1906. Estimated market value ranges from $19 to $61 depending on grade and condition. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 6.3 grams, 24.3 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #5859.
Rarity Notes
Mintage of 3,182,400 pieces. A moderately available issue, though gem examples (MS-65 and above) can be elusive due to the typically weak strikes and contact marks found on silver quarters of this era.
Cross References
PCGS #5859; NGC #15859
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