United States Bicentennial Quarter

United States of America · 1776-1976

A 1976 United States quarter dollar featuring George Washington on the obverse and a colonial drummer on the reverse to celebrate the Bicentennial.

Country: United States of America
Year: 1776-1976
Denomination: Quarter Dollar ($0.25)
Metal: Copper-Nickel Clad (75% copper, 25% nickel over a pure copper core)

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Overview

A 1976 United States quarter dollar featuring George Washington on the obverse and a colonial drummer on the reverse to celebrate the Bicentennial.

Historical significance

Issued to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the United States' independence. No 1975-dated quarters were minted; instead, the Bicentennial design was produced during both 1975 and 1976.

Obverse (front)

Portrait of George Washington facing left, common to the Washington Quarter series, with dual date 1776-1976 at the bottom. Legend LIberty at top.

Reverse (back)

A colonial drummer facing left with a victory torch surrounded by thirteen stars. Legend 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' and 'QUARTER DOLLAR'. Designed by Jack L. Ahr.

Estimated value

Circulated: $0.25. High grade Uncirculated: $1-$5. High-relief silver proof versions can be worth $10+.

What drives this coin's value

Most circulated examples are worth only face value. Value increases for uncirculated specimens, silver proof versions (40% silver), and specific error coins.

Grade assessment

About Circulated to Circulated. The coin shows visible surface wear, scratches, and some environmental discoloration/staining on both sides.

Mintage & rarity

Common; over 800 million produced at the Philadelphia mint alone. Not rare unless in exceptionally high grade or a specific error variant.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Check the edge for the copper-colored stripe; if absent, it may be a silver-clad version. Genuine Bicentennial quarters have no 1975 date.

Notable varieties & errors

1976-D Double Die Obverse is a popular variety; also 40% silver versions were produced for collectors at the San Francisco mint (S-mark).

Similar coins

Standard Washington Quarters (post-1932) are often confused but feature an eagle on the reverse instead of the drummer.

Care & preservation

Store in a cool, dry place. Avoid cleaning or polishing as it removes the original surface; handle by the edges to prevent skin oils from causing toning or spots.

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