As of May, 2024, a 1979-S Quarter Type 1, DCAM in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $2.00 and $35.00, 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 $403.00 in the 12/03/2003 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: 3,677,175
Mint: San Francisco
Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel over a pure Copper center
Series: Washington Quarters 1965 – 1998

1979-S Quarter Type 1, Dcam (Proof) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-7035.00
MS-6918.00
MS-68+14.00
MS-6812.00
MS-67+11.00
MS-6710.00
MS-66+8.00
MS-668.00
MS-65+7.00
MS-657.00
MS-64+6.00
MS-646.00
MS-63+5.00
MS-635.00
MS-62+4.00
MS-624.00
MS-613.00
MS-602.00

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 State2.0035.009.17

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 1979 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1979-D Quarter (Regular Strike)N/AN/A1.006,500.00
1979 Quarter (Regular Strike)N/AN/A1.0010,000.00
1979-S Quarter Type 2, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A5.0075.00

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.

1979-S Quarter Type 1, 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:
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1m 6m 1y 3y All
$6.00
Lowest Sale Price
$138.00
Highest Sale Price
$19.74
Average Sale Price
$85.00
Most Recent Sale Price
104
Number of Sales
$2,052.71
Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-7012.00403.0090.17
MS-696.00138.0019.74
MS-686.0021.0012.56
MS-6711.0031.0021.00
MS-646.006.006.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1979-S Quarter Type 1, DCAM (Proof) coin across various grades from MS-64 to MS-70. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-70 having the highest max price $403.00.

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 1979-S Quarter Type 1, DCAM (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1979-S Quarter Type 1, DCAM (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 72.38% share, followed by Great Collections / David Lawrence RC with 15.47% / 12.15% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1979-S Quarter Type 1, 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-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC85.0005/01/2022
MS-70PCGSDavid Lawrence RC34.0005/03/2020
MS-70PCGSGreat Collections35.0011/30/2014
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections8.0010/05/2014
MS-70PCGSGreat Collections35.0106/29/2014
MS-69NGCGreat Collections13.0004/13/2014
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections10.0004/13/2014
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections31.7103/16/2014
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections25.0001/05/2014
MS-70NGCGreat Collections40.0012/15/2013
MS-68ANACSGreat Collections9.0012/15/2013
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections25.0010/20/2013
MS-70PCGSGreat Collections36.0010/20/2013
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions358.0007/11/2013
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections20.0006/23/2013
MS-70PCGSGreat Collections101.0012/30/2012
MS-70NGCGreat Collections66.0011/11/2012
MS-70PCGSGreat Collections44.0010/28/2012
MS-70PCGSGreat Collections66.0009/02/2012
MS-70PCGSGreat Collections66.0008/26/2012
MS-69NGCGreat Collections15.0006/03/2012
MS-70PCGSGreat Collections66.0004/29/2012
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions34.0004/20/2012
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions34.0004/20/2012
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0004/16/2012
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0004/13/2012
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0003/05/2012
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections16.0003/04/2012
MS-69NGCGreat Collections8.0002/19/2012
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0002/10/2012
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0001/27/2012
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0012/26/2011
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections9.0012/11/2011
MS-70PCGSGreat Collections88.0011/27/2011
MS-70PCGSGreat Collections66.0011/20/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0011/07/2011
MS-64ANACSGreat Collections6.0011/06/2011
MS-70PCGSGreat Collections66.0011/06/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0010/14/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0010/03/2011
MS-70NGCGreat Collections70.0010/02/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0009/26/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0009/12/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions22.0009/05/2011
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions69.0009/05/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0009/05/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0008/15/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0008/15/2011
MS-70PCGSGreat Collections77.0008/14/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0008/08/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0008/08/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0008/08/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0008/08/2011
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions74.0007/18/2011
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions79.0007/11/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions17.0006/13/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0005/30/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0005/30/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions16.0005/23/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0005/16/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions16.0005/16/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions16.0005/09/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions16.0005/09/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions21.0005/02/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0004/25/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0004/18/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0004/18/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions16.0004/11/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0004/11/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0003/28/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions16.0003/21/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0003/14/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0003/14/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0003/07/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0003/07/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0002/28/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions30.0002/28/2011
MS-70ICGDavid Lawrence RC12.0002/17/2011
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions69.0001/10/2011
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions89.0007/05/2010
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions109.0004/26/2010
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions104.0003/22/2010
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions115.0001/11/2010
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions115.0001/11/2010
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC14.0012/21/2009
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions109.0007/15/2009
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC12.0006/04/2009
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC18.0005/14/2009
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions25.0001/19/2009
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions11.0011/24/2008
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions51.0010/01/2008
MS-69NGCDavid Lawrence RC17.0009/08/2008
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions13.0007/07/2008
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions18.0006/23/2008
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC21.0006/16/2008
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions19.0005/05/2008
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions127.0004/23/2008
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions51.0004/07/2008
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions54.0004/02/2008
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions34.0003/24/2008
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions150.0012/04/2007
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions138.0011/05/2007
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions138.0002/21/2007
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions17.0002/14/2007
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions19.0002/12/2007
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions21.0001/15/2007
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions42.0012/05/2006
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC14.0012/04/2006
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions21.0009/27/2006
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions138.0009/19/2006
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions16.0007/03/2006
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions17.0006/21/2006
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions11.0006/21/2006
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions11.0004/12/2006
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC16.0004/10/2006
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions127.0003/15/2006
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC17.0012/26/2005
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC6.0012/19/2005
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions69.0012/07/2005
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC9.0012/05/2005
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC9.0011/28/2005
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions138.0011/02/2005
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions138.0009/01/2005
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC17.0008/22/2005
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions138.0008/10/2005
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions127.0008/03/2005
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions127.0007/20/2005
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions138.0007/13/2005
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions174.0006/06/2005
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions151.0003/20/2005
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions81.0002/28/2005
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC6.0001/03/2005
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions26.0012/13/2004
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC9.0012/13/2004
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC24.0011/15/2004
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC17.0011/08/2004
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC7.0011/01/2004
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC16.0010/18/2004
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions17.0009/22/2004
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC6.0009/13/2004
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions37.0008/11/2004
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions380.0007/20/2004
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0006/30/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions16.0004/14/2004
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions17.0004/07/2004
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions53.0003/31/2004
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions21.0002/18/2004
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions17.0002/11/2004
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions403.0012/03/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions22.0010/01/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions21.0009/24/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions22.0009/03/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions29.0008/13/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions21.0008/06/2003
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions299.0007/26/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0006/18/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions29.0005/28/2003
MS-69ICGHeritage Auctions8.0002/26/2003
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions26.0002/26/2003
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions12.0002/26/2003
MS-69ICGHeritage Auctions8.0002/26/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions7.0002/26/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions22.0012/24/2002
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions17.0010/29/2002
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions12.0004/03/2002
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions30.0002/13/2002
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions30.0002/06/2002
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions30.0001/23/2002
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0011/28/2001
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions39.0011/21/2001
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions31.0010/03/2001
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions22.0011/23/2000
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions22.0011/16/2000
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions12.0011/09/2000
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions26.0009/07/2000
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions18.0008/03/2000
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions30.0004/26/2000
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions40.0003/22/2000
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions35.0002/23/2000
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions30.0002/16/2000
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions30.0001/26/2000

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