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1974 Quarters
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| Type: | United States 'Washington' Quarter Dollar | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Years: | 1965 - 1975 | Cat. Num.: | KM# 164a |
| Country: | United States | Period: | Republic |
| Currency: | United States Dollar | Face value: | 25 Cents |
| System: | Decimal | 3 Cents = Trime 5 Cents = Nickel 10 Cents = Dime 25 Cents = Quarter 50 Cents = Half Dollar 100 Cents = 1 Dollar Gold 2.50 Dollars = Quarter Eagle 4 Dollars = Stella 5 Dollars = Half Eagle 10 Dollars = Eagle 20 Dollars = Double Eagle | |
| Desgr/Engr: | John Flanagan | ||
| Obverse: | George Washington head left | ||
| Legend: | LIBERTY IN GOD WE TRUST | ||
| Reverse: | Eagle with open wings | ||
| Legend: | UNITED STATES OF AMERICA E PLURIBUS UNUM QUARTER DOLLAR | ||
| Edge: | Reeded | ||
| Purpose: | Circulation | ||
| Year: | |
|---|---|
| Mint: | Philadelphia |
| Mintage: | 801,456,000 |
| Scarcity: | |
| Valuation: | |
| Notes: | |
| Grades & Prices Available | |
| (VF) | Sold |
| Composition: | Copper-Nickel |
|---|---|
| Fineness: | N/A |
| Weight (g): | 5.6700g |
| Weight (Oz): | 0.18 Oz |
| Net Content: | N/A |
| Bullion Value: | N/A |
| Alignment: | |
| Diameter: | 24.30mm |
| Thickness: |
The Washington Quarter is a U.S. Quarter Dollar design that has been minted consistently since 1932, with the exception of 1933. There were also no quarters minted dated 1975, as all production minted in 1975 and 1976 bears the double bicentennial date of 1776-1976. The 1932-1998 obverse and reverse designs were created by John Flanagan.
| Year | Mintage | G | F | VF | EF | AU | UNC | BU | PROOF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | 801,456,000 | $0.50 | $1.00 | $2.50 | $4.00 | $12.00 |
$9.99 | $4.99 | $5.99 | $4.50 |
The standard 1776-1976 Washington quarters are made of a clad composition that contains copper and nickel. Silver clad quarters and silver clad proof quarters were also minted and they sell for more money. Keep reading to learn more about these coins.
This coin has a special design on the reverse side of the coin to celebrate the Bicentennial of the United States. The reverse side of the coin features a military drummer along with a victory torch encircled by 13 stars. This design is why these coins are called drummer boy quarters. The obverse side of the coin features the same design as other Washington quarters.
The US minted the 1776-1976 quarter with no mint mark and also the 1776-1976 D quarter, 1776-1976 S proof quarter, 1776-1976 S silver quarter, and 1776-1976 S silver proof quarter.
1974 Quarters Worth Money
Note: The mint mark, when present, can be found on the obverse side of the coin.
| Series | Location | Quantity Minted |
|---|---|---|
| 1776-1976 | Philadelphia | 809,784,016 |
| 1776-1976 D | Denver | 860,118,839 |
| 1776-1976 S Proof | San Francisco | 7,059,099 |
| 1776-1976 S Silver | San Francisco | 11,000,000 |
| 1776-1976 S Silver Proof | San Francisco | 4,000,000 |
Clad Quarters
1974 Quarter Error
The standard 1776-1976 clad quarters in circulated condition are only worth their face value of $0.25. These coins only sell for a premium in uncirculated condition.
The 1776-1976 quarter with no mint mark and the 1776-1976 D quarter are each worth around $1.25 in uncirculated condition with an MS 63 grade. The value is around $6 in uncirculated condition with an MS 65 grade.
The 1776-1976 S proof quarter is worth around $5 in PR 65 condition.
Silver Clad Quarters
This coin is worth at least its weight in silver. The silver melt value for this coin is $2.01 as of February 09, 2021. This melt value is calculated from the current silver spot price of $27.24 per ounce.
The 1776-1976 S silver quarter is worth around $4 in uncirculated condition with a grade of MS 63. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 65 can sell for around $7.
The 1776-1976 S silver proof quarter is worth around $8 in PR 65 condition.
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Grading System
1974 Quarter No Mint Mark Valuable
MS 63 choice uncirculated- In the major focal areas there are some blemishes or contact marks. The coin's luster might not be as prominent.
MS 65 gem uncirculated- There is strong luster and eye appeal. A few light contact marks may be present but they are barely noticeable.
PR 65 proof- There are no flaws to this coin. A few blemishes may be present.
Sources:
1974 Quarter Error
1974 Quarter Error
See also:
1974 Quarter No Mint Mark
1776-1976 Half Dollar
1776-1976 Silver Dollar