25 Cents (Quarter Dollar)

Washington Quarter

United States · 1964

The obverse features a profile portrait of George Washington, the first President of the United States, facing left. The word "LIBERTY" is above his head, and "IN GOD WE TRUST" is to his left. The year "1964" is below his bust. The reverse typically depicts an eagle with outstretched wings, perched on a bundle of arrows with olive branches below, and the inscriptions "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" and "E PLURIBUS UNUM" above, and "QUARTER DOLLAR" below.

Country: United States
Year: 1964
Denomination: 25 Cents (Quarter Dollar)
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper

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Overview

Historical significance

The 1964 Washington Quarter is highly significant as it was the last year that circulating quarters in the United States were made of 90% silver. Due to rising silver prices, the Coinage Act of 1965 changed the composition of dimes and quarters to a copper-nickel clad, making the 1964 quarters a key piece of U.S. numismatic history marking the end of silver coinage for general circulation.

Estimated value

The estimated value for a 1964 Washington Quarter can range from approximately $5 to $15 or more, depending on its condition (wear, scratches, luster, etc.) and mint mark (though most 1964 quarters did not have a mint mark or were struck in Philadelphia). Uncirculated examples or those with specific desirable characteristics can fetch higher prices.

Care & preservation

To preserve the coin's condition and value, handle it by the edges to avoid transferring oils from your skin. Store it in a cool, dry place, preferably in archival-safe holders such as Mylar flips, non-PVC coin slabs, or albums designed for coin storage. Avoid cleaning the coin, as this can often decrease its numismatic value by damaging its original surface and patina.

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