As of May, 2024, a 1970 Quarter in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $1.00 and $2,750.00, 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 $2,160.00 in the 06/09/2019 by renowned auctioneer Heritage Auctions, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: John Flanagan
Edge: Reeded
Diameter: 24.30 millimeters
Weight: 5.67 grams
Mintage: 136,420,000
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel over a pure Copper center
Series: Washington Quarters 1965 – 1998

1970 Quarter (Regular Strike) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-67+2,750.00
MS-67375.00
MS-66+110.00
MS-6670.00
MS-65+30.00
MS-6522.00
MS-64+15.00
MS-6414.00
MS-63+11.00
MS-6310.00
MS-62+1.00
MS-621.00
MS-611.00
MS-601.00

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 State1.002,750.00243.64

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 1970 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1970-D Quarter (Regular Strike)N/AN/A1.0010,000.00
1970-S Quarter (Proof)N/AN/A5.0014.00
1970-S Quarter, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A4.0042.00
1970-S Quarter, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A5.00475.00

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.

1970 Quarter (Regular Strike) – 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

$84.00

Lowest Sale Price
$875.38

Highest Sale Price
$373.60

Average Sale Price
$312.00

Most Recent Sale Price
17

Number of Sales
$6,351.27

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-68384.00384.00384.00
MS-67+1,997.502,160.002,090.83
MS-6784.00875.38373.60
MS-669.0086.0035.76
MS-65+7.0015.009.40
MS-646.0015.0010.50

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1970 Quarter (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from MS-64 to MS-68. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-67+ having the highest max price $2,160.00.

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 1970 Quarter (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1970 Quarter (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 69.77% share, followed by Great Collections / David Lawrence RC with 13.95% / 9.30% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1970 Quarter (Regular Strike) 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-67PCGSStack's Bowers312.0004/12/2023
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC200.0008/07/2022
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC150.0007/10/2022
MS-68NGCGoldberg Auctioneers384.0006/30/2022
MS-67+PCGSHeritage Auctions2,160.0006/09/2019
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions264.0001/09/2019
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions264.0003/13/2018
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions84.0001/10/2017
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions440.6309/04/2014
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions152.7508/05/2014
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions30.0007/14/2014
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections27.8907/06/2014
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions793.1306/02/2014
MS-64ANACSGreat Collections6.0004/20/2014
MS-67PCGSStack's Bowers616.8803/27/2014
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections60.5002/09/2014
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions875.3801/08/2014
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions822.5001/08/2014
MS-67+PCGSHeritage Auctions1,997.5001/08/2014
MS-67+PCGSHeritage Auctions2,115.0011/01/2013
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions800.0009/25/2013
MS-65+NGCGreat Collections11.0011/11/2012
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections30.0003/11/2012
MS-66NGCGreat Collections23.0009/18/2011
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions86.0011/05/2007
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC15.0011/05/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions54.0002/19/2007
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions104.0007/11/2006
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions104.0007/11/2006
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions33.0012/07/2005
MS-65+PCGSDavid Lawrence RC15.0012/05/2005
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions184.0007/24/2005
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions184.0007/20/2005
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions7.0012/13/2004
MS-65+ANACSHeritage Auctions7.0011/17/2004
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions18.0010/27/2004
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions9.0009/22/2004
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions22.0009/15/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions32.0009/15/2004
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions7.0009/01/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions39.0007/28/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions40.0004/07/2001
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions32.0009/28/2000