Obverse

Reverse

Quarter Dollar (25 Cents)

Washington Quarter

United States · 1944

A silver United States Washington Quarter featuring George Washington on the obverse and a heraldic eagle on the reverse.

Country: United States
Year: 1944
Denomination: Quarter Dollar (25 Cents)
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper

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Overview

A silver United States Washington Quarter featuring George Washington on the obverse and a heraldic eagle on the reverse.

Historical significance

Minted during World War II, these 90% silver quarters circulated heavily to support wartime commerce and are valued today both for their historical era and their silver content.

Obverse (front)

Bust of George Washington facing left, with the word 'LIBERTY' arched across the top, the motto 'IN GOD WE TRUST' to the left, and the year '1944' at the bottom.

Reverse (back)

An American eagle with wings displayed, perched on a bundle of arrows with olive branches below. Inscribed with 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA', 'E PLURIBUS UNUM', and 'QUARTER DOLLAR'. The mint mark 'S' is located below the center wreath ties.

Estimated value

$5 - $8 in circulated condition, potentially more if certified in high Mint State grades.

What drives this coin's value

Overall grade/condition, silver bullion melt value, presence of mint luster, and lack of cleaning or damage.

Grade assessment

About Uncirculated (AU) to Mint State (MS), showing light circulation wear with substantial original mint luster remaining.

Mintage & rarity

Common; mintage for the 1944-S Washington quarter was 45,446,000.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Check the weight (6.25g for silver issues), verify the reeded edge, and perform a ping test if loose. Counterfeits for common date 1944 quarters are rare but can be tested with a magnet (silver is non-magnetic).

Notable varieties & errors

Occasional minor repunched mint marks (RPM) or doubled dies, though standard business strikes are most common.

Similar coins

Standing Liberty quarters (1916-1930) and modern clad Washington quarters (1965-present).

Care & preservation

Handle by the edges only to avoid skin oils. Never clean, polish, or wipe the coin, as this permanently damages the surface and severely reduces its numismatic value. Store in an archival-safe, PVC-free holder or flip.

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