
7 Washington Quarters
What if a simple 25-cent coin in your pocket could be worth $843,000? π±
It sounds unbelievable β but several rare George Washington quarters have shocked collectors with massive auction prices.
Before you spend another quarter, read this carefully. You might be holding a hidden treasure.
π₯ 1οΈβ£ 1776β1976 Bicentennial Quarter β Sold for $843,000 π



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π΅ Record Sale: $843,000
Issued to celebrate Americaβs 200th birthday, this quarter features the iconic Drummer Boy reverse.
But not all are valuable.
π₯ What Made It Worth $843K?
- Rare Double Die Error
- Nearly perfect condition (MS67+)
- Strong collector demand
- Professionally graded by Professional Coin Grading Service
π What to Check:
β Doubling in lettering
β Sharp details
β No heavy wear
β Strong luster
Most are common β but error coins in elite grades are extremely rare.
π¦ 2οΈβ£ 1998-P Washington Quarter β Sold for $641,000 π

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π΅ Record Sale: $641,000
This Philadelphia-minted quarter stunned collectors due to a strong double die obverse error.
π Key Signs:
- βPβ mint mark
- Doubling on βLIBERTYβ
- Clear doubled details in Washingtonβs portrait
- Uncirculated condition
Condition + rare error = six-figure price tag.
β 3οΈβ£ 1967 No Mint Mark Quarter β Sold for $548,000


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π΅ Record Sale: $548,000
A rare variety without a mint mark in exceptional condition captured huge auction attention.
π Why Itβs Valuable:
- Scarce high-grade examples
- Strong collector interest
- Error or special die variety
Always inspect mint marks carefully.
π₯ 4οΈβ£ 1988-D Quarter β Sold for $511,000



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π΅ Record Sale: $511,000
This Denver-minted coin had a dramatic double die obverse.
What to Look For:
β βDβ mint mark
β Blurry or doubled text
β Uncirculated shine
Rare + perfect condition = serious money.
ποΈ 5οΈβ£ 2019 San Antonio Missions Quarter β Sold for $629,000



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Part of the America the Beautiful series, honoring San Antonio Missions National Historical Park.
π΅ Record Sale: $629,000
High-grade examples (MS68βMS69) graded by Numismatic Guaranty Company reached astonishing prices.
ποΈ 6οΈβ£ 2000 New Hampshire Quarter β Sold for $430,000



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Features the famous Old Man of the Mountain.
π΅ Record Sale: $430,000
A dramatic double die error and elite condition made it skyrocket in value.
πΉ 7οΈβ£ 2017 George Rogers Clark Quarter β Sold for $419,000



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Part of the America the Beautiful program.
π΅ Record Sale: $419,000
Rare mint error + near-perfect grade = massive collector demand.
π§ The Collectorβs Profit Formula
Why do these quarters reach insane prices?
It comes down to four things:
1οΈβ£ Rarity
2οΈβ£ Mint Errors
3οΈβ£ Condition (MS67βMS70)
4οΈβ£ Professional Certification
Coins graded by:
- Professional Coin Grading Service
- Numismatic Guaranty Company
β¦command much higher prices.
πΌ How to Sell Your Rare Quarter for Big Money
Step 1: Inspect Carefully π
Use a magnifier to check:
- Doubling
- Off-center strikes
- Die cracks
- Mint marks
Step 2: NEVER Clean the Coin β
Cleaning destroys value.
Step 3: Get Professional Grading
Certification increases trust and price.
Step 4: Sell Smart
- Auction houses
- Online marketplaces
- Coin shows
- Certified dealers
Patience is key. The right buyer makes all the difference.
π― The Hidden Fortune Insight
Most quarters are worth face value.
But a tiny minting mistake or flawless preservation can turn 25 cents into $843,000.
Your couch cushions might be hiding history.
So check your change tonight. πͺβ¨
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