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Most Valuable Quarters

Top 25 quarters worth the most money

The most valuable quarters are coins that stand out for their rarity, historical significance, and collector demand. Low mintage figures, key date status, mint errors, and exceptional condition all contribute to higher values. Below are the top 25 quarters ranked by their highest recorded price across all grades.

Top 25 Most Valuable Quarters

# Coin Year Mint Status Mintage Value Range
1 1796 Draped Bust Quarter 1796 No Mint Mark Key Date 6,146 $40,575 - $34,171,000
2 1896-S Barber Quarter 1896 San Francisco Key Date 188,000 $140 - $139,000
3 1916 Standing Liberty Quarter 1916 Philadelphia (no mint mark) Key Date 52,000 $180 - $94,700
4 1901-S Barber Quarter 1901 San Francisco Key Date 846,000 $84 - $75,100
5 1914-S Barber Quarter 1914 San Francisco Key Date 2,100,000 $69 - $65,600
6 1913-S Barber Quarter 1913 San Francisco Key Date 40,120,000 $46 - $57,900
7 1919-D Standing Liberty Quarter 1919 Denver Key Date 1,944,000 $65 - $38,450
8 1919-S Standing Liberty Quarter 1919 San Francisco Key Date 1,836,000 $65 - $37,700
9 1918/7-S Standing Liberty Quarter 1918 San Francisco Key Date Unknown $80 - $36,375
10 1921 Standing Liberty Quarter 1921 Philadelphia (no mint mark) Key Date 1,916,000 $79 - $35,000
11 Seated Liberty Quarter - 1872 1872 Philadelphia Semi-Key 182,000 $38 - $28,725
12 1917 Type 1 Standing Liberty Quarter (Full Head) 1917 Philadelphia Semi-Key 8,740,000 $20 - $25,000
13 Seated Liberty Quarter - 1875 1875 Philadelphia 2,974,000 $21 - $14,025
14 1927-S Standing Liberty Quarter 1927 San Francisco Semi-Key 396,000 $20 - $10,600
15 1923-S Standing Liberty Quarter 1923 San Francisco Semi-Key 1,360,000 $15 - $8,000
16 1926-S Standing Liberty Quarter 1926 San Francisco Semi-Key 2,700,000 $12 - $7,300
17 1917-S Standing Liberty Quarter - Type I 1917 San Francisco Semi-Key 1,380,000 $14 - $6,650
18 1918-S Standing Liberty Quarter 1918 San Francisco Semi-Key 11,072,000 $10 - $5,600
19 1930 Standing Liberty Quarter 1930 Philadelphia (no mint mark) 5,632,000 $9 - $5,600
20 1917 Standing Liberty Quarter - Type I 1917 Philadelphia (no mint mark) 8,740,000 $9.5 - $5,450
21 1917-D Standing Liberty Quarter - Type II 1917 Denver 6,224,000 $11 - $5,400
22 1917-D Standing Liberty Quarter - Type I 1917 Denver 1,924,000 $9.5 - $5,325
23 1929 Standing Liberty Quarter 1929 Philadelphia (no mint mark) 11,120,000 $10 - $5,325
24 1928 Standing Liberty Quarter 1928 Philadelphia (no mint mark) 6,336,000 $9 - $5,175
25 1917 Standing Liberty Quarter - Type II 1917 Philadelphia (no mint mark) 1,952,000 $8.5 - $5,125

Notable Coins

Background on some of the most sought-after quarters in this list.

The 1896-S is one of the rarest Barber Quarters with only 188,000 pieces minted.

The 1916 is the key date of the entire Standing Liberty Quarter series. With only 52,000 pieces minted, it is one of the most valuable and sought-after quarters in American numismatics.

The 1901-S has a mintage of 846,000 and is a key date in the Barber Quarter series.

The 1914-S is a key date with only 2.1 million pieces minted, one of the lowest in the final years of the Barber Quarter.

The 1913-S is a key date of the late Barber Quarter series.

The 1919-D is a key date with only 1.944 million coins minted at Denver.

The 1919-S is a key date with only 1.836 million pieces minted.

The 1918/7-S is a rare overdate variety where a 7 was struck over during die preparation. This is a key date for collectors.

The 1921 is a key date with only 1.916 million coins minted and no other mint locations that year.

1872 Seated Liberty Quarter from Philadelphia.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What quarters are worth the most money? +
The most valuable quarters include key dates with very low mintages, coins from branch mints (especially Carson City, San Francisco, and New Orleans), and coins preserved in exceptional condition. The list above ranks the top 25 by highest known value across all grades.
How do I know if my quarter is valuable? +
Check the date, mint mark, and condition of your quarter. Coins that appear on key date lists typically carry the highest premiums. Even common-date coins can be valuable in high grades (MS-65 and above). For a quick assessment, use our free coin scanner to identify your coin and get an estimated value.
Where can I sell valuable quarters? +
Valuable quarters can be sold through major auction houses like Heritage Auctions and Great Collections, reputable coin dealers, online marketplaces like eBay, or at local coin shows. For coins worth $100 or more, professional grading from PCGS or NGC is recommended to maximize your selling price.