The 1935 Washington quarter is one of the most common and recognizable coins that the US Mint produced. Today, many Americans stumble upon this coin in old collections that belonged to their elders.
Unless you are an experienced collector, you probably need to have the coin checked to determine your 1935 quarter value precisely. Its price will primarily depend on factors like the coin type, its mint mark, and grading. Let’s see.
1935 Quarter TypesÂ
There are three types of 1935 Washington quarters that differentiate by engraved mint marks. Three mints produced quarters this year, including those in Philadelphia, Denver, and San Francisco.
1935 Washington quarter |
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Location | Year | Minted | Value |
Philadelphia | 1935 | 32,484,000 | $3.73 to $18 |
San Francisco | 1935 S | 5,780,000 | $3.73 to $131 |
Denver | 1935 D | 5,660,000 | $3.73 to $53 |
Total | / | 43,924,000 | / |
As always, coins minted in Philadelphia don’t have a mint mark, while you can recognize the other quarter types by:
- The D mint mark on those minted in Denver
- The S mint mark on those minted in San Francisco
Engraver John Flanagan designed the Washington quarter in honor of George Washington’s 200th birth anniversary. You can see the President’s image on the coin obverse while an American bald eagle with spread wings is above a pile of arrows and olive branches on the reverse.
The starting price of each 1935 Washington quarter is approximately $4, reflecting the value of silver this piece contains. It was made of 90% silver.
1935 Quarter without a mint mark
As usual, 1935 Washington quarters minted in Philadelphia didn’t have the mint mark. This mint produced roughly 75% of all quarters that year or exactly 32,484,000 pieces.
Since these coins are the most common, they typically go for the lowest prices. For instance, a coin in very good condition is generally worth $7, while you can expect to find the one in very fine condition for about $9.
The most valuable are uncirculated pieces. The minimum price of an uncirculated coin in an MS 60 grade is $22. The most expensive are specimens with an MS 65 grade, and you can find them on the market at a price of $70.
1935 Washington quarter |
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Face value | 25 cents ($0.25) |
Compound | 90% silver and 10% copper |
Silver weight | 0.18084 troy ounces (5.62 g) |
Coin weight | 0.20094 troy ounces (6.25 g) |
Coin diameter | 0.95669 inches (24.3 mm) |
Coin thickness | 0.06889 inches (1.75 mm) |
Shape | Round |
Edge | Reeded |
The 1935 Washington quarter is not classified as a unique and special piece. If you find a coin with the highest possible grade, you can sell it for $4,000. However, it is an extremely low price for a silver coin in mint condition compared to other similar pieces.
1935 Washington quarter value* |
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Quality | 1935 | 1935 S | 1935 D |
Fine | $6.65 | $6.9 | $6.9 |
Very fine | $6.9 | $7.8 | $9 |
Extra fine | $7.4 | $14 | $24 |
AU | $9 | $42 | $138 |
MS 60 | $25 | $110 | $268 |
MS 65 | $167 | $336 | $705 |
*by USA Coin book
1935 D Quarter
Even though the Denver mint issued 5,780,000 Washington quarters or 13% of all pieces produced in 1935, these coins are sometimes challenging to find. Therefore, the 1935 D quarter is the most valuable type, particularly the one in an uncirculated grade.
Year |
1935 Washington quarter value* |
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Fine quality | Extra fine quality | Uncirculated quality | |
1935 | $7.7 | $9 | $10 |
1935Â S | $8 | $14 | $38 |
1935Â D | $8 | $20 | $125 |
*by JM Bullion
The 1935 D quarter in average condition is typically valued at $5 to $7, while pieces in very fine condition are generally worth $10. Rarer specimens, like uncirculated quarters in an MS 60 grade, go for $240, while an MS 65 graded coin is worth $425.
1935 S Quarter
The San Francisco mint produced the least amount of Washington quarters in 1935, making them the hardest to find. They manufactured 12% of all Washington quarters this year or 5,660,000 pieces.
1935 Washington quarter value* |
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Year | Quality | |||
Good | Fine | Extra fine | Uncirculated | |
1935 | $3.73 | $3.73 | $4.46 | $18 |
1935Â S | $3.73 | $3.73 | $6.28 | $53 |
1935Â D | $3.73 | $3.73 | $22 | $131 |
*by CoinStudy
A 1935 S quarter in good condition is worth up to $7. If it is in a very fine condition, the value can rise to $10.
For an extra fine condition coin, you can get up to $15, depending on the dealer. A specimen in an uncirculated condition typically goes for $100, but it needs to be classified at least in an MS 60 grade. Those in an MS 65 grade can go up to $215.
The Most Valuable 1935 Quarters
The most expensive 1935 Washington quarters include uncirculated coins with an MS 68 grade. They are hard to find and typically go for a few thousand dollars at auctions.
1935 Washington quarter value* |
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Year | Quality | |||
Good | Fine | Extra fine | Uncirculated | |
1935 | $3.5 to $3.7 | $3.7 to $4 | $5 to $5.3 | $12+ |
1935 S | $3.5 to $3.7 | $3.7 to $4 | $8 to $10 | $65+ |
1935 D | $3.5 to $3.7 | $4 to $4.25 | $22 to $24 | $160+ |
*by Coinflation
For instance, an uncirculated MS 68 quarter with no mint mark typically costs at least $7,500. Some collectors will pay up to $8,750 for an exceptional specimen.
A few years ago, a 1935 D quarter in mint condition was sold for $4,888 at auction after the original owner took great care of it. This piece had unscratched surfaces and a flawless luster, making it unique.
1935 Quarter Value Grading
Two types of people buy 1935 Washington quarters, collectors and investors. Investors typically don’t care about the coin condition and are only interested in their melt value. On the other hand, collectors find the grade vital.
1935 Washington quarter value* |
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Quality | 1935 | 1935 S | 1935 D |
Good | $3 to $5 | $3 to $5 | $3 to $5 |
Uncirculated | $20 | $80 | $200 |
*by COIN HelpU
Like other coins that originate in the 1930s, most Washington quarters minted in 1935 have some visible damage. As you can guess, a better grade means fewer signs of wear and a higher price.
Most people opt for professional grading companies to determine the coin grade, but you can roughly check your coin on your own.
Uncirculated – 1935 Washington quarters in this grade have the most value. They never came out of the mint in most cases. So, you can’t notice any damage on their surfaces, except for traces of the bag left on some pieces. Be aware that 1935 quarters in the mint state are scarce and most valuable.
1935 Washington quarter value* |
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Quality | 1935 | 1935 S | 1935 D |
Good | $8 | $8 | $8 |
Very good | $8.3 | $8.3 | $8.55 |
Fine | $8.55 | $8.55 | $9.5 |
Very fine | $9.5 | $9.5 | $14.3 |
Extra fine | $10.5 | $16.2 | $33.25 |
Uncirculated | $23.75 | $95 | $240 |
Brilliant uncirculated | $105 | $335 | $715 |
*by Hobbizine
Extra fine – Most 1935 quarters in this grade went through exchanges, but not for an extended period. Although you can notice some visible signs of wear, most details on the surface are still preserved.
An amateur often can’t notice lighter scratches and stains, but an experienced professional who closely inspects the coin will see every imperfection. Extra fine pieces are not rare, but you should spend time finding one on the market.
Fine – Quarters in fine condition are relatively common and inexpensive. They always have visible signs of wear, including marks and scratches. After spending years in circulation, the first signs of wear and tear, like texture changes over the George Washington face, are visible.
1935 Washington quarter value* |
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Quality | 1935 | 1935 S | 1935 D |
Good | $5.63 | $7.76 to $9.32 | $5.63 |
Very good | $5.63 | $8.1 to $9.7 | $5.63 |
Fine | $6.3 to $10.53 | $8.78 to $12.15 | $10.8 to $16.2 |
Very fine | $9.79 to $12.96 | $11.5 to $19.45 | $17.55 to $35.65 |
Extra fine | $11.48 to $14.58 | $18.9 to $32.4 | $37.8 to $73 |
AU | $13.5 to $21 | $37.8 to $81 | $128 to $218 |
MS 60 | $20.25 to $24.3 | $101 to $122 | $221 to $254 |
MS 61 | $22.95 to $27.54 | $105 to $126 | $234 to $269 |
MS 62 | $27 to $32.4 | $108 to $130 | $260 to $300 |
MS 63 | $32.4 to $38.9 | $115 to $130 | $273 to $314 |
MS 64 | $48.6 to $58 | $128 to $143 | $300 to $344 |
MS 65 | $74 to $101 | $202 to $247 | $403 to $468 |
MS 66 | $128 to $143 | $364 to $416 | $495 to $568 |
MS 67 | $364 to $403 | $845 to 960 | $1,440 to $1,690 |
MS 68 | $7,500 to $8,750 | / | / |
*by Greysheet
Good – Washington quarters in this condition have countless damages and signs of wear due to heavy circulation. Be prepared that most coins from 1935 are in this grade and are not worth much money. In most cases, you will see investors buying these coins and selling them for silver melt value.
Summary
The 1935 Washington quarter is one of the most frequently-found silver coins in the US. Even though you can’t expect to get rich after selling your piece, you can get a few extra bucks for a specimen in a decent condition. The grade will always determine the coin price, so be careful when analyzing yours.