1964 Washington Quarter
Strike Type
Coin Details
Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026, from published price guides and, in some cases, recorded auction sales. For most coins the range runs from a well-worn example (around G-4) to an uncirculated one, but individual coins can sell for more or less depending on grade, eye appeal and demand. Compare recent sales of similar coins for a closer estimate.
Auction Record
- Price realized
- $7,188
- Sold
- Grade
- MS67
- Auction house
- Heritage Auctions
Description
A quarter from the Philadelphia Mint, the 1964 Washington Quarter belongs to the Washington Silver Quarters 1932-1964 series. The Philadelphia Mint struck 560,390,585 quarters dated 1964. 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. Final year of 90% silver composition. Massive mintages as the public hoarded silver coins before the transition to clad. The Philadelphia Mint, America's oldest coin-making facility, has struck coins continuously since 1792. Estimated market value ranges from $19 to $30 depending on grade and condition. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 6.25 grams, 24.3 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #5876.
Rarity Notes
High mintage of 560,390,585 pieces. Readily available in circulated and lower uncirculated grades. Well-struck gems with full luster remain desirable despite the large production run.
Cross References
PCGS #5876; NGC #15876
External References
Error Varieties(11)
1964 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-003
1964 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-006
1964 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-008
1964 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-009
1964 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-010
1964 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-011
1964 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-012
1964 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-002
1964 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-003
1964 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-004
1964 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-005
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