1952 (S) Washington Quarter
Strike Type
Coin Details
Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
Auction Record
$15,525 MS68 07-30-2003 Bowers & Merena
Description
The 1952 (S) Washington Quarter, struck at the San Francisco Mint, is part of the Washington Silver Quarters 1932-1964 collection. With a mintage of 13.7 million, this is a less common issue — the lowest mintage among 3 mint variants, representing only 13% of total production. The obverse features George Washington facing left, based on a 1786 bust by Jean-Antoine Houdon and the reverse displays an eagle perched on a bundle of arrows with olive branches below. Three-mint production continued through the early 1950s. Coined at the San Francisco Mint, which transitioned from Gold Rush-era production to its modern role producing proof and collector issues. Estimated market value ranges from $19 to $57 depending on grade and condition. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 6.3 grams, 24.3 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #5851.
Rarity Notes
Mintage of 13,707,800 pieces. Common in circulated grades. Uncirculated examples are available but high-grade gems are scarcer due to bag marks and handling during the silver era.
Cross References
PCGS #5851; NGC #15851
External References
Error Varieties(7)
1952-S Doubled Die Obverse DDO-001
1952-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-001
1952-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-002
1952-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-003
1952-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-004
1952-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-005
1952-S Variety WMHO-001
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