Coin Identifier
Washington Quarter
Quarter Dollar (25 Cents)

Washington Quarter

United States · 1972

Obverse features the left-facing profile of George Washington with the word 'LIBERTY' above, 'IN GOD WE TRUST' to the left, and the date '1972' at the bottom. The reverse typically features an American bald eagle with outstretched wings.

Country
United States
Year
1972
Denomination
Quarter Dollar (25 Cents)
Metal
91.67% Copper, 8.33% Nickel (Clad)

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Overview

Obverse features the left-facing profile of George Washington with the word 'LIBERTY' above, 'IN GOD WE TRUST' to the left, and the date '1972' at the bottom. The reverse typically features an American bald eagle with outstretched wings.

Historical significance

The Washington Quarter was first struck in 1932 to commemorate the 200th anniversary of George Washington's birth. The 1972 issue belongs to the modern clad era, which began in 1965 when silver was removed from the general circulation coinage composition.

Estimated value

$0.25 - $1.00 (Circulated value is face value; higher for Uncirculated specimens)

Care & preservation

To preserve the coin, handle it by the edges to avoid getting oils from your skin on the surfaces. Store in a cool, dry place inside an archival-safe holder or flip. Never use abrasive cleaners or acidic solutions to clean the coin, as this permanently damages numismatic value.