As of May, 2024, a 1985-D Quarter in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $1.00 and $4,250.00, 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 $950.00 in the 08/16/2020 by renowned auctioneer David Lawrence RC, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: John Flanagan
Edge: Reeded
Diameter: 24.30 millimeters
Weight: 5.67 grams
Mintage: 519,962,888
Mint: Denver
Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel over a pure Copper center
Series: Washington Quarters 1965 – 1998

1985-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-67+4,250.00
MS-67525.00
MS-66+90.00
MS-6640.00
MS-65+22.00
MS-6516.00
MS-64+6.00
MS-645.00
MS-63+2.00
MS-632.00
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 State1.004,250.00354.43

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 1985 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1985-P Quarter (Regular Strike)N/AN/A1.001,050.00
1985-S Quarter, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A5.0035.00

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.

1985-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
$96.00

Highest Sale Price
$55.27

Average Sale Price
$45.00

Most Recent Sale Price
11

Number of Sales
$608.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-6742.00950.00361.50
MS-666.0096.0055.27
MS-65+3.007.006.00
MS-6415.0034.0024.50
AU-58150.00150.00150.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1985-D Quarter (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from AU-58 to MS-67. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-67 having the highest max price $950.00.

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 1985-D Quarter (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1985-D Quarter (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 48.15% share, followed by David Lawrence RC / Great Collections with 29.63% / 18.52% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1985-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-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC350.0010/03/2021
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC426.0009/12/2021
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC440.0008/29/2021
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC950.0008/16/2020
MS-67NGCGoldberg Auctioneers480.0006/13/2018
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions104.0001/10/2017
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections45.0007/06/2014
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions37.0007/01/2013
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions66.0003/18/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections46.0012/30/2012
MS-65+ANACSGreat Collections7.0011/18/2012
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions100.0010/22/2012
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections55.0010/14/2012
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections96.0010/30/2011
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions69.0004/26/2010
AU-58ICGHeritage Auctions150.0009/16/2009
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC15.0011/05/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions86.0011/05/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions86.0002/21/2007
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions42.0004/05/2006
MS-65+PCGSDavid Lawrence RC6.0001/02/2006
MS-65+PCGSDavid Lawrence RC3.0012/19/2005
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC6.0001/03/2005
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions34.0011/17/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions16.0009/15/2004
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions7.0008/10/2000
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions7.0008/10/2000