1972 (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
$3,055 MS68 01-08-2014 Heritage Auctions
Description
Produced at the Denver Mint, the 1972 (D) Washington Quarter is part of the Washington Clad and Silver Proof Quarters 1965-1998 series. The U.S. Mint produced 311.1 million examples, making this the higher-mintage of the two mint variants, representing 59% 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. Struck after the transition from silver to clad coinage, as the Mint adapted to modern production methods and record-breaking mintages. 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 $0 to $7 depending on grade and condition. Struck in 75% copper, 25% nickel over a pure copper center, weighing 5.67 grams, 24.3 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #5890.
External References
Error Varieties(2)
1972-D Variety WMHR-001
SKH-25c-1972D-01 Spiked Head
Other Strike Types in This Series
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