1985 (P) 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
- $1,528
- Sold
- Grade
- MS67
- Auction house
- Goldberg Auctioneers
Description
Part of the Washington Clad and Silver Proof Quarters 1965-1998 series, the 1985 (P) Washington Quarter is a quarter from the Philadelphia Mint. The Philadelphia Mint struck 775,818,962 quarters dated 1985. 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. Coined at the Philadelphia facility, the nation's original mint that has operated continuously since its 1792 founding. Estimated market value ranges from $0.25 to $19 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 #5918.
External References
Error Varieties(14)
1985 Atypical Die Clash ADC-25C-1985-01
CU-25c-1985P-01R Cud
CU-25c-1985P-02 Cud
CU-25c-1985P-03 Cud
CU-25c-1985P-04 Cud
CU-25c-1985P-05 Rim Cud
CU-25c-1985P-06 Cud
CU-25c-1985P-07 Cud
CU-25c-1985P-08 Rim Cud
CU-25c-1985P-09 Rim Cud
CU-25c-1985P-10 Rim Cud
PC-25c-1985P-02 Pre-Cud
PC-25c-1985P-03 Pre-Cud
RCD-25c-1985P-01 Retained Cud
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