1959 (D) Washington Quarter

Strike Type

Coin Details

Year

1959

Denomination

Quarter

Mint Mark

Strike Type

Regular Strike

Series

Washington Silver Quarters 1932-1964

Designer

John Flanagan

Mintage

62,054,232

Composition

90% Silver, 10% Copper

Weight

6.3g

Diameter

24.3mm

Edge

Reeded

Value Estimates

$19.33 - $36

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

$14,950 MS67 04-18-2012 Heritage Auctions

Description

The 1959 (D) Washington Quarter, struck at the Denver Mint, is part of the Washington Silver Quarters 1932-1964 collection. The U.S. Mint produced 62.1 million examples, making this the higher-mintage of the two mint variants, representing 72% of 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. Minted during the post-war economic boom, the final era of silver circulating coinage in the United States before the Coinage Act of 1965. The Denver Mint, which grew from an 1860s gold rush assay office, has served as a major production facility since 1906. Estimated market value ranges from $19 to $36 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 #5867.

Rarity Notes

High mintage of 62,054,232 pieces. Readily available in circulated and lower uncirculated grades. Well-struck gems with full luster remain desirable despite the large production run.