1959 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
$17,250 MS67 04-18-2012 Heritage Auctions
Description
The 1959 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 24,384,000 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 #5866; NGC #15866
External References
Error Varieties(9)
1959 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-002
1959 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-003
1959 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-004
1959 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-005
1959 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-006
1959 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-003
1959 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-003
1959 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-001
