1955 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
$12,000 MS67+ 02-03-2019 Heritage Auctions
Description
The 1955 Washington Quarter is a quarter produced at the Philadelphia Mint as part of the Washington Silver Quarters 1932-1964 series. With a mintage of 18.2 million, this is a less common issue — the higher-mintage of the two mint variants, representing 85% of 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. The 1955-D is a common date. San Francisco mint mark varieties are collected. Struck at the original U.S. Mint facility, in continuous operation since 1792. Estimated market value ranges from $19 to $42 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 #5858.
Rarity Notes
Mintage of 18,180,181 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 #5858; NGC #15858
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