As of May, 2024, a 1953 Quarter, DCAM in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $55.00 and $22,500.00, depending on its grade and strike quality.

Looking back at auction records, the highest price was achieved by a Mint State grade that was hammered at $15,600.00 in the 01/24/2021 by renowned auctioneer Heritage Auctions, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: John Flanagan
Edge: Reeded
Diameter: 24.30 millimeters
Weight: 6.30 grams
Mintage: 128,800
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Series: Washington Quarters 1936-1964

1953 Quarter, Dcam (Proof) – Price Chart

If you are aware of your coin’s grade, refer to the following chart to determine its value:

GradePrice($)
MS-6922,500.00
MS-68+10,000.00
MS-684,350.00
MS-67+1,450.00
MS-67850.00
MS-66+700.00
MS-66650.00
MS-65+550.00
MS-65500.00
MS-64+260.00
MS-64185.00
MS-63+75.00
MS-6355.00

If you are unsure of the grade, you can assess it based on the coin’s condition. More detailed information here.

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
Mint State55.0022,500.003,240.38

Please note that the estimated values are derived from the latest data in the PCGS Price Guide and are not guaranteed to be 100% accurate. We strongly recommend reviewing actual auction records, which can be filtered by grade. For further insights, refer to our analysis report, which is based on these data.

Also, there are multiple versions of the 1953 Washington Quarter. We recommend checking the values of these coins as well to ensure a comprehensive assessment.

Coin NameMin Circulated Price($)Max Circulated Price($)Min Uncirculated Price($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1953-D Quarter (Regular Strike)6.009.0010.0021,500.00
1953-S Quarter (Regular Strike)6.009.0010.006,500.00
1953 Quarter (Regular Strike)6.009.0010.001,600.00
1953 Quarter (Proof)N/AN/A15.00185.00
1953-D/S Quarter OMM FS-601 (Regular Strike)10.0055.0060.001,000.00
1953-D Quarter DDR FS-801 (Regular Strike)10.0030.0035.00300.00
1953 Quarter, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A25.001,400.00
1953 Quarter DDO FS-101 (Proof)N/AN/A40.00350.00
1953 Quarter DDO FS-101, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A45.001,000.00
1953 Quarter DDO FS-101, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A4,250.004,250.00

Coins listed have various mint marks and designations indicating where they were minted and if they are special strikes. To learn more about what the different mint marks and designations mean, please refer to our Mint Mark Chart and Coin Designation Reference Chart.

1953 Quarter, Dcam (Proof) – Auction Chart & Report

This tool is very user-friendly. Simply select the coin grade, and our system will provide detailed information including:

  • Lowest Sale Price
  • Highest Sale Price
  • Average Sale Price
  • Most Recent Sale Price
  • Number of Sales
  • Sales Volume

You can also select different time periods for your query: 1 month, 6 months, 1 year, 3 years, or All time, with the default set to All time.

Grade:
1m 6m 1y 3y All

$247.00

Lowest Sale Price
$12,075.00

Highest Sale Price
$3,268.59

Average Sale Price
$4,080.00

Most Recent Sale Price
34

Number of Sales
$111,132.15

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-6913,800.0015,600.0014,700.00
MS-68247.0012,075.003,268.59
MS-67414.001,351.25679.65
MS-66426.00504.00465.00
MS-65253.00253.00253.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1953 Quarter, DCAM (Proof) coin across various grades from MS-65 to MS-69. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-69 having the highest max price $15,600.00.

Within each grade, there is also variability in prices, likely due to factors like specific coin characteristics or market conditions at time of sale. Overall, the chart illustrates how coin grade is a key driver of value for this particular 1953 Quarter, DCAM (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1953 Quarter, DCAM (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 87.76% share, followed by Stack's Bowers / David Lawrence RC with 6.12% / 4.08% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1953 Quarter, DCAM (Proof) coin over the years. This visual representation traces the coin's value fluctuations, illustrating periods of increase, decrease, or stability in its average auction price.

Such a historical view is indispensable for collectors, investors, or researchers who are keen on comprehending the market dynamics and the coin's value trend over an extended period.

Raw Auction Records

Here are the lasted auction records from the auction history of the past years. You can filter these records by coin grade.

GradeGrade SourceSellerPrice($)Sold Date
MS-68PCGSStack's Bowers4,080.0006/16/2023
MS-68NGCStack's Bowers1,800.0008/31/2022
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions1,920.0001/24/2021
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions15,600.0001/24/2021
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions1,920.0001/24/2021
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions2,040.0009/20/2020
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions1,982.4006/07/2020
MS-68PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions2,937.5009/26/2019
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions3,840.0004/28/2019
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions3,120.0001/14/2019
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions3,360.0011/11/2018
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions504.0010/14/2018
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions504.0006/17/2018
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions780.0002/22/2018
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions2,350.0007/06/2017
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions2,585.0002/16/2017
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions4,230.0001/04/2017
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions11,162.5004/27/2016
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions881.2503/03/2016
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions7,637.5010/29/2015
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions3,055.0007/12/2015
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions4,406.2511/06/2014
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions5,581.0004/24/2013
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions6,463.0003/21/2013
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions2,086.0010/18/2012
MS-67PCGSStack's Bowers1,351.2508/04/2012
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions1,380.0009/07/2011
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions1,380.0003/17/2011
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions3,738.0012/02/2010
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions575.0011/29/2010
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC730.0009/10/2009
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions1,150.0007/01/2009
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions414.0012/04/2007
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions1,380.0009/27/2007
MS-66NGCDavid Lawrence RC426.0006/04/2007
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions13,800.0005/01/2007
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions1,035.0009/13/2006
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions1,265.0004/26/2006
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions4,888.0001/01/2006
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions12,075.0009/01/2005
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions1,495.0008/14/2005
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions253.0002/23/2005
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions1,725.0001/12/2005
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions1,093.0007/26/2003
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions414.0004/23/2003
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions472.0002/27/2002
MS-68ICGHeritage Auctions247.0002/13/2002
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions1,725.0005/01/2001
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions675.0011/16/2000