1924 Standing Liberty Quarter

About This Coin

The 1924 Standing Liberty Quarter is a United States quarter from the Standing Liberty Quarters 1916-1930 series — 8th of 14 years in the series. In 1924, coins were struck at the San Francisco, Denver, and Philadelphia Mints with a combined mintage of 16.9 million. This ranks 11th of 14 years by total mintage, above the series median of 13.8 million. The obverse features Liberty standing in a gateway between two walls, holding an olive branch and a shield and the reverse displays an eagle in flight. Minted during and after World War I, as America emerged as a global power and experienced the prosperity of the Roaring Twenties. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 6.3 grams, 24.3 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Collectors have identified one known die variety for this date (typical die clash). Produced 8 years after the celebrated 1916 key date. Across its variants, estimated values range from $26 to $1.1K depending on mint mark, grade, and strike type. A notable auction result reached $36K in MS68 grade at Heritage Auctions. Designed by Hermon A. Mac Neil.