As of May, 2024, a 1971-D Quarter in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $1.00 and $5,500.00, 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 $4,560.00 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: 258,634,428
Mint: Denver
Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel over a pure Copper center
Series: Washington Quarters 1965 – 1998

1971-D 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-685,500.00
MS-67+750.00
MS-67175.00
MS-66+46.00
MS-6628.00
MS-65+20.00
MS-6516.00
MS-64+10.00
MS-648.00
MS-63+1.00
MS-631.00

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 State1.005,500.00595.91

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 1971 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1971 Quarter (Regular Strike)N/AN/A3.004,000.00
1971-S Quarter (Proof)N/AN/A5.0018.00
1971-S Quarter, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A4.0042.00
1971-S Quarter, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A7.002,550.00

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.

1971-D 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

$6.00

Lowest Sale Price
$70.00

Highest Sale Price
$22.81

Average Sale Price
$15.00

Most Recent Sale Price
21

Number of Sales
$479.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-68763.754,560.002,404.95
MS-6746.00276.00143.45
MS-66+55.0055.0055.00
MS-666.0070.0022.81
MS-65+3.0020.0010.33
MS-63633.00633.00633.00
MS-61374.00374.00374.00
MS-6045.00334.00142.67
AU-58173.00173.00173.00
AU-55104.00167.00135.50
PO-1420.00420.00420.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1971-D Quarter (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from PO-1 to MS-68. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-68 having the highest max price $4,560.00.

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 1971-D Quarter (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1971-D Quarter (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 64.91% share, followed by Great Collections / David Lawrence RC with 21.05% / 12.28% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1971-D 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-60NGCHeritage Auctions49.0007/05/2022
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions4,560.0006/09/2019
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions204.0008/22/2018
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions89.0003/13/2018
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions763.7502/16/2017
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections20.0012/07/2014
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions182.1309/08/2014
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections15.0007/20/2014
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions86.0007/14/2014
MS-66+PCGSGreat Collections55.0001/26/2014
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections25.0001/19/2014
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions4,113.0009/25/2013
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions90.0007/01/2013
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions193.0003/18/2013
MS-67NGCGreat Collections46.0001/06/2013
MS-66NGCGreat Collections15.0001/06/2013
MS-66NGCGreat Collections14.0012/30/2012
MS-67NGCGreat Collections46.0012/16/2012
MS-66NGCGreat Collections13.0012/16/2012
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections45.0011/25/2012
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions66.0009/03/2012
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections45.0002/05/2012
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections187.0011/27/2011
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions173.0003/24/2010
AU-58ANACSHeritage Auctions173.0001/06/2010
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions173.0002/09/2009
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions276.0003/24/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions17.0003/17/2008
AU-55ANACSHeritage Auctions167.0002/11/2008
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions202.0012/04/2007
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions276.0002/19/2007
AU-55ANACSHeritage Auctions104.0012/05/2006
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC14.0010/30/2006
MS-61ANACSHeritage Auctions374.0009/13/2006
MS-60ANACSHeritage Auctions45.0006/06/2006
MS-60ANACSHeritage Auctions334.0004/19/2006
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions127.0004/09/2006
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions633.0003/02/2006
PO-1PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities420.0001/03/2006
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC17.0001/02/2006
MS-65+PCGSDavid Lawrence RC3.0012/19/2005
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions1,093.0006/29/2005
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC115.0006/20/2005
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC10.0001/10/2005
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC6.0001/03/2005
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC15.0011/08/2004
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions1,495.0009/09/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions9.0007/28/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions14.0001/07/2004
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions11.0001/07/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions13.0012/24/2003
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions21.0005/07/2003
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions30.0003/06/2002
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions51.0010/17/2001
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions8.0008/10/2000
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions70.0008/10/2000
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions60.0005/25/2000