1852 Quarter Value: Mint Varieties, Rarity, and Current Prices

Price Guide for 1852 Quarter Variants

This guide presents price ranges for 1852 Quarter variants from three sources: eBay sales, third-party auctions, and PCGS guides. Values are shown for various conditions, allowing collectors to compare across different market segments. Price estimates may vary between sources, especially for rarer variants.

1852 Quarter (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $91.00 - $1,610.00

  Uncirculated: $5.00 - $105,750.00
• eBay

  Circulated: $180.00 - $700.00

  Uncirculated: $1,150.00 - $1,501.76
• PCGS Price Guide

  Circulated: $65.00 - $1,700.00

  Uncirculated: $1,800.00 - $25,000.00

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1852-O Quarter (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $2.10 - $9,988.00

  Uncirculated: $1,725.00 - $126,500.00
• eBay

  Circulated: $337.00 - $2,026.43
• PCGS Price Guide

  Circulated: $350.00 - $12,500.00

  Uncirculated: $15,000.00 - $40,000.00

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1852 Quarter (Proof)

• 3rd Party Price

  Uncirculated: $61,687.50 - $176,000.00

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Design and Specifications of the 1852 Quarter

Rarity Factors and Value Drivers

The condition of 1852 Quarters significantly impacts their value due to their scarcity and age. Uncirculated examples are extremely rare and highly sought after by collectors. Even in lower grades, these coins command a premium due to their low mintage.

Strike quality is particularly important for this year, as many examples show weakness in certain areas. Coins with full, sharp details are more desirable. Original luster is highly prized in higher grades, while attractive, natural toning can also enhance value significantly.

Rarity in high grades is a crucial factor for 1852 Quarters. Both Philadelphia and New Orleans issues are extremely scarce in Mint State, with the New Orleans mint coins being particularly rare. The low mintage figures for both mints contribute to their overall scarcity and value.

Historical significance also plays a role in their desirability. These coins were minted during a period of significant westward expansion and just before the California Gold Rush's impact fully materialized in coin production. This historical context adds to their appeal among collectors and numismatic historians.