It has no silver content, and is made of nickel and copper. This coin was supposed to be a oneyear circulating commemorative coin. Please see all pictures or message us any questions prior to bidding, buying or making an offer. Get the best deals on 1966 us coin errors when you shop the largest online selection at. Professional coin grading service pcgs recently certified two extremely rare and unusual washington quarter errors. Collectible 1965 washington head quarter united states american us coin money.
The melt value shown below is how valuable the coins metal is worth bare minimum value of coin. Some pcgs coins sell for less than the prices listed and some pcgs coins sell for more than the prices listed. Examples in circulated grades can still be found in circulation. To me it looks like a normal 1966 quarter with a bit of strike doubling on the date. Coin value price chart for washington quarters 25c. The quarter, short for quarter dollar, is a united states coin worth 25 cents, onequarter of a dollar. It makes a great addition to my collection of yearly mint sets. All circulation quarters minted in 1965 and later are made of coppernickel, just like dimes dated 1965 and later, and half dollars dated 1971 and later, as well. Peace dollar 19211935 eisenhower dollar 19711978 susan b. Prices, particularly for proof and uncirculated coins of recent years, peaked in the spring of 1964. You may want to consider submitting this coin, even if only to ensure a fair price if andor when selling, but the lack of detail will most likely have an effect on value. The mint first produced washington quarters using an alloy of 90% silver and 10% copper. Remember that the prices are just a guide, a starting point for asserting value.
The 1967 quarter is a washington quarter with no mintmark. They did this to commemorate the 200 th anniversary of his birth. Oct 12, 2017 professional coin grading service pcgs recently certified two extremely rare and unusual washington quarter errors. Be sure to visit our washington quarter forum if you need help. There were also no quarters minted dated 1975, as all production minted in 1975 and 1976 bears the double bicentennial date of 17761976. Check out the ngc coin explorer for 1966 25c ms images, coin prices, coin specifications and more all for free in an easytouse coin gallery view. An attribution and pricing guidethe washington quarter dollar book. Blue book of united states coins 1966 handbook of united states coins r. What is the value of a 1966 silver quarter answers. This mobile guide represents what the common dates within each series are worth.
However, in 1964 the price of silver was rising rapidly. The united states congress approved legislation to eliminate silver from the u. Still, the kennedy half dollar was not circulating, and thus the quarter was becoming the preeminent high value coin. Us coin values and prices coin collecting coin values. Choose the coin collecting books for your favorite series today. Even though under 820 million 1966 washington quarters were produced, this was still part of the efforts to flush silver coinage from circulation. View historical and todays current inflation rates, using the cpi provided by the united states government. Reeding, or bumps, can be found on the edges of the coin. Unfollow 1966 canadian quarter to stop getting updates on your ebay feed.
What is the value of a 1966 american quarter answers. I dont see a reason anyone would fake a 1966 bearsemail, mar, 2011. Most 1965 quarters that youll find in pocket change are worth only face value with wear. Jul 09, 2019 we talk about super rare quarter worth money. Minting information, specifications, characteristics, current melt value, and past sales prices. Even if they seem ordinary, knowing their rarities and varieties will help you appreciate their differences in value. Match your us coins to the pictures and find silver dollar values, half dollar values, and values of any other old us coin. Since the 1966 washington quarter was minted after 1964, there is no silver in the coin, but rather a coppernickel clad composition.
You will find a lot of information below such as mintages, specifications, and images. Clipped planchets coin blanks coins that are incomplete due to improperly cut blanks. Due to the depression throughout the united states, the united states mint did not produce any quarters in 1933. Book about other coin mysteries this coin was designed. We also have a washington quarter grading forum to help you establish a grade for your washington quarter. Pcgs certifies two rare and unusual washington quarter errors.
This is a unique 1966 kennedy half dollar struck on a struck washington quarter double denomination. Looking for a place to find coin values or current coin prices. Worth usa 14 dollar 19651998, washington quarter in the coin catalog at international catalog of world coins. The coin sports the profile of george washington on its obverse, and its reverse design has changed frequently. This page is dedicated exclusively to the 1966 washington quarter. Values, images, and specifications for the 1966 florin coin from britain, england, united kingdom, wales, scotland, northern ireland. Best of luck finding one of these awesome 1966 quarters. Blue book of united states coins 1966 handbook of united. With the advent of the great depression, lack of demand for.
The plastic case still holds the shinny new 1966 coins sealed within as pictured. Two rolls average circulated morgan silver dollars for sale. Some years ago, one coin collector discovered a 1965 quarter that. Expect common value pricing on 1966 washington quarters, but only those in the top end for grading. Continued below the chart are links to pages and images to help identify your old us coins and lead to date by date indepth values. When demand for quarters resumed in 1934, the mint continued to use the washington design for the quarter dollar that is still used today. Furthermore, like all price lists, this is a just a guide to what a coin might sell for and no guarantee of actual value. Quarter dollar design that has been minted consistently since 1932, with the exception of 1933. Isnt it nice that you can spend it today if you are talking a coin from that year with the same nominal value. Details, specifications, values and general information for the 1966 united states roosevelt dime 10 cents. Old metro tokens tashkent, saintpetersburg and kiev for sale. With coin books, you can discover a wealth of information behind your favorite issues. Go back in time to 1966 and order a 1966 us special mint set and you would get what i received in june 2014. Use the ngc coin explorer to determine numismatic values for washington quarters, including the 1966 sms 25c ms.
Us coin values listed in these charts are based on certified coin values, ebay sold auctions, heritage coin auction results, coinage magazine and red book us coin values. This page also shows coins listed for sale so you can buy and sell. Back then, a huge candy bar was a nickle thats 15 of the quarter. It was authenticated and certified by ngc and is in gem mint state condition. Coin values the coin value guide what is the value of. The ngc coin explorer also provides coin images, auction results, registry information and more. In ms64ms66 condition they are little tougher to find, yet, can be purchased inexpensively. We take pride in providing the most accurate coin values and stats online. Also find this coin and many others at the best prices.
Apr 06, 2018 we look at a 1965 washington quarter, weigh a few of them and test the difference between clad and silver coins. The washington quarter is the present quarter dollar or 25cent piece issued by the united states mint. Coin values and guidance based on real world offers of rare coins for sale to coin collectors. If the steel rod that punches out blanks overlaps a previously cut portion of the coinage strip, a clipped blank results. Thank you for watching and as always remember to check your change. The 1966 washington quarter is very common, especially since over 800 million of them were struck.
An attribution and pricing guide, volumes one through three coneca, 2002. The united states first placed president george washington on the quarter coin in 1932. If you watch, you may find quarter worth big money after cherrypicking. Following is a value chart listing the us coin series and their minimum values for each type. Asked in us coins how much is a 1970 quarter worth in silver. Even examples in about ms60ms63 condition can also be found in circulation. Asked in coins and paper money, us coins what is the value of 1966 liberty quarter with no letter.
If you are searching ebay for us coin mint sets, you have the advantage of quickly and efficiently searching worldwide listings to find specific united states coin sets for your collection. Because of a coin shortage during the mid1960s, the u. Here, youll find a wide variety of coin collecting books to help you get the most enjoyment out of your collection. One penny 1966 rare british coins coin values 5p 10p. It has been produced on and off since 1796 and consistently since 1831. One penny 1966 for sale or find out what are one penny 1966 worth here are exciting and indemand examples of fine coinage that were returned based on the rare coin search terms that you entered which were as follows. The 1966 special mint set includes kennedy half, washington quarter, roosevelt dime, jefferson nickel and lincoln cent plus u. It was intended to be a oneyear commemorative coin. In 1966, as in 1965, two types of kennedy half dollars were available. Washington quarters are 25cent coins produced by the united states mint.
The ngc coin price guide is a complete catalog of coin values for us and world coins from 1600 to date, compiled from a variety of numismatic sources. Inflation data is updated regularly, so results may differ from other websites. The first is the thirdknown example of a twotailed quarter likely struck in. This is our basic coin price guide for people who are unfamiliar with coins but want to find out about old coin values. As the united states prepared to celebrate the 1932 bicentennial of the birth of its first president, george washington, members of the.