As of May, 2024, a 1959 Quarter in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $8.00 and $90.00, 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 $374.00 in the 11/07/2005 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: 1,149,291
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Series: Washington Quarters 1936-1964

1959 Quarter (Proof) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-6990.00
MS-68+55.00
MS-6848.00
MS-67+40.00
MS-6736.00
MS-66+28.00
MS-6626.00
MS-65+20.00
MS-6518.00
MS-64+16.00
MS-6415.00
MS-63+13.00
MS-6312.00
MS-62+9.00
MS-628.00

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 State8.0090.0028.93

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 1959 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1959 Quarter (Regular Strike)6.009.0010.008,500.00
1959-D Quarter (Regular Strike)6.009.0010.009,600.00
1959 Quarter FS-901, Type B Reverse (Regular Strike)5.0022.0025.001,100.00
1959 Quarter, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A20.00425.00
1959 Quarter, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A50.0013,000.00
1959 Quarter DDO FS-101 (Proof)N/AN/A30.00225.00
1959 Quarter DDO FS-101, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A35.00300.00

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.

1959 Quarter (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

$11.00

Lowest Sale Price
$165.00

Highest Sale Price
$41.84

Average Sale Price
$100.00

Most Recent Sale Price
49

Number of Sales
$2,050.26

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-7027.00374.0093.67
MS-6927.00220.0073.87
MS-6811.00165.0041.84
MS-6710.0081.4025.41
MS-669.00207.0038.66
MS-656.0043.0017.91

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1959 Quarter (Proof) coin across various grades from MS-65 to MS-70. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-70 having the highest max price $374.00.

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 1959 Quarter (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1959 Quarter (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 57.22% share, followed by Great Collections / David Lawrence RC with 27.22% / 15.00% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1959 Quarter (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-69NGCHeritage Auctions89.0008/02/2023
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions70.0005/10/2023
MS-68NGCStack's Bowers100.0005/18/2022
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC20.0003/20/2022
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions89.0005/19/2021
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions77.0005/12/2021
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC28.0005/02/2021
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions109.0007/29/2020
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions79.0007/01/2020
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC25.0008/11/2019
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions67.0005/29/2019
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions156.0003/13/2019
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions180.0009/12/2018
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC21.0008/12/2018
MS-68NGCGreat Collections41.0011/02/2014
MS-68NGCGreat Collections29.3609/28/2014
MS-66NGCGreat Collections116.6009/14/2014
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections122.1006/29/2014
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections91.3005/25/2014
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections68.2005/25/2014
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections115.5005/25/2014
MS-65PCGSGreat Collections11.0004/27/2014
MS-68NGCGreat Collections165.0004/20/2014
MS-65NGCGreat Collections35.0104/06/2014
MS-66NGCGreat Collections55.3603/23/2014
MS-67NGCGreat Collections81.4003/09/2014
MS-67NGCGreat Collections12.0003/02/2014
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections10.0002/23/2014
MS-69NGCDavid Lawrence RC220.0002/16/2014
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections55.0002/02/2014
MS-67NGCGreat Collections16.0001/05/2014
MS-67NGCGreat Collections20.0012/15/2013
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections80.0011/24/2013
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections143.0011/24/2013
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions60.0011/11/2013
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections64.0009/22/2013
MS-69NGCGreat Collections85.0009/15/2013
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC23.0008/25/2013
MS-66NGCGreat Collections11.0007/21/2013
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions60.0006/03/2013
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC30.0005/26/2013
MS-65NGCGreat Collections43.0004/14/2013
MS-68NGCGreat Collections27.0003/17/2013
MS-65PCGSGreat Collections13.0003/10/2013
MS-68NGCGreat Collections30.0001/27/2013
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions24.0001/21/2013
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions74.0001/07/2013
MS-68NGCGreat Collections35.0012/23/2012
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections25.0012/09/2012
MS-68NGCGreat Collections35.0011/04/2012
MS-68NGCGreat Collections35.0010/21/2012
MS-67NGCGreat Collections13.0009/16/2012
MS-66NGCGreat Collections12.0009/16/2012
MS-68NGCGreat Collections35.0008/26/2012
MS-68NGCGreat Collections35.0008/19/2012
MS-68NGCGreat Collections35.0007/15/2012
MS-67NGCGreat Collections20.0005/20/2012
MS-66NGCGreat Collections19.0004/15/2012
MS-68NGCGreat Collections35.0004/08/2012
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections15.0004/01/2012
MS-68NGCGreat Collections35.0003/25/2012
MS-68NGCGreat Collections35.0003/18/2012
MS-68NGCGreat Collections36.0002/12/2012
MS-68NGCGreat Collections40.0001/29/2012
MS-67NGCGreat Collections21.0001/15/2012
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections20.0001/08/2012
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0012/12/2011
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0012/12/2011
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions36.0012/12/2011
MS-68NGCGreat Collections35.0010/30/2011
MS-68NGCGreat Collections35.0010/16/2011
MS-68NGCGreat Collections16.0009/25/2011
MS-69NGCGreat Collections105.0009/25/2011
MS-66ANACSHeritage Auctions59.0005/23/2011
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions184.0001/10/2011
MS-66ANACSHeritage Auctions34.0009/16/2009
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions32.0008/12/2009
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions17.0003/04/2009
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC23.0002/09/2009
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions14.0001/19/2009
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions12.0010/20/2008
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC23.0007/03/2008
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC25.0006/30/2008
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions16.0006/04/2008
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions86.0004/23/2008
MS-69NGCDavid Lawrence RC81.0003/31/2008
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC15.0003/27/2008
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC15.0003/20/2008
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions33.0002/20/2008
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions51.0001/30/2008
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions11.0012/12/2007
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions19.0011/28/2007
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions29.0011/28/2007
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions25.0011/14/2007
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions42.0010/24/2007
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions42.0010/03/2007
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions207.0010/03/2007
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions17.0010/01/2007
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC161.0008/23/2007
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions31.0008/13/2007
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC16.0005/29/2007
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC32.0005/29/2007
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions51.0005/28/2007
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions71.0005/14/2007
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions51.0004/09/2007
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC9.0004/02/2007
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions75.0001/09/2007
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions13.0008/23/2006
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0008/02/2006
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions13.0007/12/2006
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions39.0006/21/2006
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions16.0006/21/2006
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions27.0006/21/2006
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC24.0005/22/2006
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC16.0005/15/2006
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions86.0005/03/2006
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions30.0002/22/2006
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions24.0001/30/2006
MS-65PCGSDavid Lawrence RC6.0012/12/2005
MS-65PCGSDavid Lawrence RC8.0011/14/2005
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions374.0011/07/2005
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC29.0010/24/2005
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions19.0010/02/2005
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions81.0009/28/2005
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions104.0009/26/2005
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC25.0004/25/2005
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC16.0004/11/2005
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions63.0003/16/2005
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions16.0002/16/2005
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions27.0001/19/2005
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions33.0001/05/2005
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions17.0012/22/2004
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions23.0012/22/2004
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions16.0011/24/2004
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions11.0011/03/2004
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC16.0011/01/2004
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC17.0010/25/2004
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions41.0010/13/2004
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions15.0010/13/2004
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions17.0009/29/2004
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC10.0009/13/2004
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions24.0008/18/2004
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions48.0006/23/2004
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions28.0005/26/2004
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions28.0005/05/2004
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions27.0005/05/2004
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions47.0003/29/2004
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions21.0002/11/2004
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions52.0001/21/2004
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions37.0012/31/2003
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions55.0012/10/2003
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions31.0010/15/2003
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions16.0010/15/2003
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions37.0010/15/2003
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions47.0010/08/2003
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions20.0008/20/2003
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions21.0008/20/2003
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions49.0008/06/2003
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions20.0006/18/2003
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions21.0006/11/2003
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions21.0005/28/2003
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions49.0005/14/2003
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions46.0004/09/2003
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions46.0004/09/2003
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions71.0004/02/2003
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions52.0003/12/2003
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions20.0002/26/2003
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions46.0001/22/2003
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions23.0001/22/2003
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions46.0011/26/2002
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions47.0010/22/2002
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions52.0009/03/2002
MS-68ICGHeritage Auctions20.0004/17/2002
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions10.0010/17/2001
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions61.0010/17/2001
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions25.0004/05/2001
MS-66ANACSHeritage Auctions34.0004/05/2001
MS-68ICGHeritage Auctions11.0009/28/2000
MS-68ICGHeritage Auctions16.0009/28/2000
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions9.0005/25/2000