Washington Quarter (Eagle Reverse)

Country of Origin: United States of America

Year of Issue: 1994

Denomination: Quarter Dollar (25 Cents)

Composition: Clad (75% copper, 25% nickel outer layers bonded to a pure copper core)

Washington Quarter (Eagle Reverse)

Brief Description

A silver-colored clad coin featuring the profile of George Washington on the obverse and a heraldic eagle on the reverse.

Historical Significance

The Washington Quarter was first released in 1932 to commemorate the 200th anniversary of George Washington's birth. The 'Eagle' reverse design was the standard for the series from 1932 until 1998, excluding the 1975-1976 Bicentennial issues.

Estimated Value

$0.25 (face value) in circulated condition; $1.00 - $10.00 in high-grade Mint State (MS-65+).

Care Instructions

Avoid cleaning or polishing as it destroys numismatic value. Store in a cool, dry place inside an PVC-free holder or folder to prevent toning or surface damage.

Mint Mark

P (Philadelphia Mint)

Mintage & Rarity

825,000,000 (Common)

Weight & Diameter

5.67 grams / 24.26 mm

Edge

Reeded (119 reeds)

Apparent Grade

Extremely Fine to About Uncirculated (shows minor pocket wear and light surface scratches, but details remain sharp).

Obverse (Front)

Left-facing profile of George Washington. Legends: 'LIBERTY' (top), 'IN GOD WE TRUST' (left), '1994' (bottom). Small 'P' mint mark to the right of the portrait. Designer: John Flanagan.

Reverse (Back)

An eagle with spread wings perched on a bundle of arrows, framed by two olive branches. Legends: 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA', 'E PLURIBUS UNUM', 'QUARTER DOLLAR'. Designer: John Flanagan.

What Drives This Coin's Value

Condition (grade), contact marks, eye appeal, and the presence of rare mint errors.

Similar Coins

1932-1964 Silver Quarters (distinguished by lack of copper edge and weight) and various Statehood Quarters (distinguished by different reverse designs).

Authenticity & Counterfeit Red Flags

Check for the copper-colored stripe on the edge. Verify weight (5.67g). Authentic coins show sharp details; fakes often appear 'mushy' or have incorrect metal luster.

Notable Varieties & Errors

Double Die Obverse or Reverse errors are the most sought-after variations for this year, though none are major rarities for 1994-P.

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