Washington Quarter (Eagle Reverse)
Country of Origin: United States of America
Year of Issue: 1983
Denomination: Quarter Dollar (0.25 USD)
Composition: Copper-nickel clad copper (75% copper, 25% nickel over a pure copper core)
Brief Description
A copper-nickel clad quarter featuring a left-facing portrait of George Washington on the obverse and an eagle with outstretched wings on the reverse.
Historical Significance
The Washington Quarter series was introduced in 1932 to commemorate the 200th anniversary of George Washington's birth. The design remained largely unchanged until the Bicentennial in 1976 and the 50 States program in 1999.
Estimated Value
$0.25 circulated, $1.00-$15.00 in Mint State grades. High-grade uncirculated 1983-P and 1983-D quarters are surprisingly valuable because no official US Mint sets were sold in 1983.
Care Instructions
Avoid cleaning or polishing as it will permanently damage the surface. Handle by the edges and store in a dry, PVC-free coin flip or holder.
Mint Mark
P (Philadelphia) - visible above the date on the obverse to the right of Washington's neck.
Mintage & Rarity
Common; approximately 673,535,000 were minted in Philadelphia in 1983. However, high-quality MS-65 or better examples are scarce for this specific year.
Weight & Diameter
5.67 grams, 24.3 mm
Edge
Reeded (119 reeds)
Apparent Grade
Circulated / About Good to Fine. The surface shows significant wear and darkening/toning consistent with pocket change usage.
Obverse (Front)
Portrait of George Washington designed by John Flanagan. Legend 'LIBERTY' at the top, 'IN GOD WE TRUST' on the left, date '1983' at the bottom. Mint mark 'P' on the right.
Reverse (Back)
An American bald eagle perched on a bundle of arrows with olive branches below. Legend 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' and 'E PLURIBUS UNUM' at top, 'QUARTER DOLLAR' at bottom.
What Drives This Coin's Value
Mint state condition is the primary factor for this year. While common in circulation, gems are hard to find due to the lack of uncirculated mint sets in 1983.
Similar Coins
1983-D (Denver) or 1983-S (San Francisco) quarters. Distinguished by the mint mark ('D' or 'S' instead of 'P').
Authenticity & Counterfeit Red Flags
Check for the distinct 'sandwich' appearance of the copper core on the edge. Ensure the 'P' mint mark is in the correct position for that year.
Notable Varieties & Errors
Double die obverses or reverses exist but are extremely rare for this year. Most interest is focused on high-grade uncirculated survivors.
Created At: 2026-06-13T20:09:23.821676