Washington Quarter (Silver, 1932–1964) Melt Value
A Silver Washington Quarter contains 0.1808 troy oz of pure silver (6.25 g × .900). At $57.35/oz silver, its melt value is about $10.37. Collector value is separate and depends on date, mint mark and grade.
Values above refresh with the October 19, 2026 spot price.
Washington Quarter (Silver, 1932–1964) specifications
| Years | Fineness | Gross weight | Pure silver | Diameter | Face value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1932–1964 | .900 (90%) | 6.25 g | 5.625 g (0.1808 oz t) | 24.3 mm | Quarter |
John Flanagan's Washington design arrived in 1932 for the 200th anniversary of Washington's birth. Quarters dated 1964 and earlier are 90% silver; circulating quarters from 1965 on are copper-nickel clad with no silver.
How to identify a Silver Washington Quarter
- Silver quarters (1964 and earlier) have a plain silver-colored edge with no copper stripe.
- The mint mark (D or S) is on the reverse, below the wreath, on 1932–1964 coins; there are no quarters dated 1933.
- The 1932-D and 1932-S are the scarce first-year branch-mint issues.
How the melt value is calculated
Melt value = gross weight × fineness ÷ 31.1035 × spot price. For the Silver Washington Quarter: 6.25 g × .900 = 5.625 g of pure silver. Divide by 31.1035 grams per troy ounce to get 0.1808 oz, then multiply by $57.35 spot: about $10.37.
Melt value by quantity
| Quantity | Pure silver | Melt value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 coin | 0.1808 oz t | $10.37 |
| 5 coins | 0.9042 oz t | $51.86 |
| 10 coins | 1.8085 oz t | $103.72 |
| 20 coins | 3.6170 oz t | $207.43 |
| 50 coins | 9.0424 oz t | $518.58 |
| 100 coins | 18.0848 oz t | $1,037 |
Melt value by face value
Dealers often price 90% silver by face value. Every $1 of face value in Silver Washington Quarter coins holds 0.7234 oz of pure silver when the coins are full weight. Many dealers use 0.715 oz per $1 face for circulated dimes, quarters and halves, to allow for wear.
| Face value | Pure silver | Melt value |
|---|---|---|
| $1 face value | 0.7234 oz t | $41.49 |
| $10 face value | 7.2339 oz t | $414.86 |
| $100 face value | 72.3391 oz t | $4,149 |
| $1,000 face value | 723.3913 oz t | $41,486 |
Melt value vs collector value
Melt value is only what the silver in a Silver Washington Quarter is worth at today's spot price. A coin's market value can be much higher: scarce dates, mint marks and high grades sell to collectors for a premium, while common dates in worn condition trade closer to melt. Nu Stack does not estimate collector prices on this page. For a specific coin, check the date and mint mark, the condition (a grading service such as PCGS or NGC, or a local dealer) and recent sales.
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Specs: Nu Stack coin database (curated entries and the Numista catalog). Melt values use the silver spot price from the Nu Stack price feed and are estimates of metal content only, not offers to buy or sell.
Frequently asked questions
How much silver is in a Silver Washington Quarter?
A Silver Washington Quarter has 5.625 g (0.1808 troy oz) of pure silver: 6.25 g gross weight at .900 fine.
What is a Silver Washington Quarter worth in melt value today?
About $10.37 at $57.35/oz silver (October 19, 2026). Melt value moves with the silver spot price; this page updates automatically.
Is a Silver Washington Quarter worth more than its melt value?
It can be. Scarce dates, mint marks and coins in high grades sell above melt value to collectors, while common dates in worn condition trade closer to melt. Check the date, mint mark and condition, or ask a grading service or dealer, for a collector value.