Obverse

Reverse

25 Cents (Quarter Dollar)

Washington Quarter

United States · 1965

A circulated US Washington Quarter featuring George Washington on the obverse and a heraldic eagle on the reverse.

Country: United States
Year: 1965
Denomination: 25 Cents (Quarter Dollar)

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Overview

A circulated US Washington Quarter featuring George Washington on the obverse and a heraldic eagle on the reverse.

Historical significance

The year 1965 marks the transition away from 90% silver coinage due to rising silver prices, introducing the copper-nickel clad composition still used today.

Obverse (front)

Left-facing profile of George Washington with the word 'LIBERTY' above, 'IN GOD WE TRUST' to the left, and the date '1965' below.

Reverse (back)

A heraldic eagle with wings displayed perched on a bundle of arrows, surrounded by 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA', 'E PLURIBUS UNUM', and 'QUARTER DOLLAR'.

Estimated value

$0.25 to $1.00 in circulated condition

What drives this coin's value

Condition, presence of rare mint errors (such as striking on silver planchets by mistake), and overall eye appeal.

Grade assessment

About Uncirculated (AU) or Extremely Fine (XF) with light wear on the highest points.

Mintage & rarity

Extremely common; over 1.8 billion were minted in 1965.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Counterfeits for common clad quarters are virtually nonexistent because the face value exceeds manufacturing costs. Check the edge to see the copper core layer.

Notable varieties & errors

Double die obverse varieties exist for 1965, though most circulated pieces are standard business strikes.

Similar coins

Washington quarters from other years, particularly pre-1965 silver quarters which are heavier and made of 90% silver.

Care & preservation

Store in a cool, dry place. Do not clean the coin, as harsh cleaning will permanently damage the surface and reduce its collector value.

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