Coin Identifier
Washington Quarter
$0.25 USD

Washington Quarter

United States of America · 1979

The obverse features a left-facing profile of George Washington with 'LIBERTY' above, the date '1979' below, and 'IN GOD WE TRUST' to the left. The reverse typically depicts a bald eagle with wings spread.

Country
United States of America
Year
1979
Denomination
$0.25 USD
Metal
75% Copper, 25% Nickel (clad over a pure copper core)

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Overview

The obverse features a left-facing profile of George Washington with 'LIBERTY' above, the date '1979' below, and 'IN GOD WE TRUST' to the left. The reverse typically depicts a bald eagle with wings spread.

Historical significance

The Washington Quarter was first struck in 1932 to commemorate the 200th anniversary of George Washington's birth. By 1979, the coin was standard circulation currency and part of the long-running series designed by John Flanagan.

Estimated value

$0.25 - $2.00 depending on condition (this specimen appears heavily worn/corroded and is likely worth face value)

Care & preservation

Keep in a dry, cool place. Avoid cleaning or scrubbing with abrasives as this can damage the numismatic surface; use an archival-safe holder if preserving for a collection.