1958 Washington Quarter

Coin Details

Auction Record

$4,060 MS68 04-01-2008 Bowers & Merena

Description

The 1958 Washington Quarter represents a Philadelphia Mint issue from the Washington Silver Quarters 1932-1964 series. With a mintage of 6.4 million, this is a less common issue — the scarcer of two mint variants, with 8% 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. Minted during the post-war economic boom, the final era of silver circulating coinage in the United States before the Coinage Act of 1965. The Philadelphia Mint, America's oldest coin-making facility, has struck coins continuously since 1792. Estimated market value ranges from $19 to $34 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 #5864.

Rarity Notes

Mintage of 6,360,000 pieces. A moderately available issue, though gem examples (MS-65 and above) can be elusive due to the typically weak strikes and contact marks found on silver quarters of this era.

Cross References

PCGS #5864; NGC #15864