1956 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
$5,280 MS68 11-19-2023 Heritage Auctions
Description
The 1956 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. This Philadelphia Mint issue carries no mint mark, following the convention for the principal mint facility. 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 44,144,000 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 #5860; NGC #15860
External References
Error Varieties(9)
1956 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-007
1956 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-008
1956 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-009
1956 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-010
1956 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-011
1956 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-004
1956 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-008
1956 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-009
