Price Guide for 1953 Quarter Variants

This guide presents price ranges for 1953 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.

1953 Quarter (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $8.00
    Uncirculated: $7.00 - $3,738.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $5.00 - $32.00
    Uncirculated: $3.77 - $4,500.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $6.00 - $9.00
    Uncirculated: $10.00 - $1,600.00
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1953-D Quarter (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $9.00 - $4,744.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $4.43 - $46.00
    Uncirculated: $5.50 - $750.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $6.00 - $9.00
    Uncirculated: $10.00 - $21,500.00
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1953-D/D Quarter D/ Inverted D FS-501 (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $132.00
    Uncirculated: $493.50
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $610.00 - $650.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $10.00 - $190.00
    Uncirculated: $210.00 - $1,150.00
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1953-D Quarter DDR FS-801 (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $49.00 - $423.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $55.00 - $322.99
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $10.00 - $30.00
    Uncirculated: $35.00 - $300.00
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1953-S Quarter (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $9.00 - $5,040.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $4.25 - $16.50
    Uncirculated: $6.50 - $1,567.64
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $6.00 - $9.00
    Uncirculated: $10.00 - $6,500.00
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1953 Quarter Re-engraved TF FS-901 (Proof)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $156.00 - $1,645.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $381.48
    Uncirculated: $60.99 - $3,549.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $215.00 - $1,100.00
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1953 Quarter Re-engraved TF FS-901, CAM (Proof)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $600.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $850.00
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1953 Quarter DDO FS-101 (Proof)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $85.00 - $253.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $36.10 - $449.99
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $40.00 - $350.00
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1953 Quarter DDO FS-101, CAM (Proof)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $85.00 - $763.75
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $150.00 - $650.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $45.00 - $1,000.00
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1953 Quarter DDO FS-101, DCAM (Proof)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $3,055.00 - $7,637.50
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $4,800.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $4,250.00
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1953 Quarter (Proof)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $8.00 - $2,070.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $32.00 - $59.00
    Uncirculated: $6.66 - $1,699.99
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $15.00 - $185.00
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1953-D/S Quarter OMM FS-601 (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $31.00
    Uncirculated: $55.00 - $5,875.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $89.00
    Uncirculated: $71.91 - $495.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $10.00 - $55.00
    Uncirculated: $60.00 - $1,000.00
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1953 Quarter, CAM (Proof)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $32.00 - $1,997.50
  • eBay
    Circulated: $133.33 - $175.00
    Uncirculated: $9.95 - $1,500.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $25.00 - $1,400.00
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1953 Quarter, DCAM (Proof)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $247.00 - $15,600.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $549.00 - $4,000.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $55.00 - $22,500.00
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Design and Specifications of the 1953 Quarter

The 1953 Washington Quarter continued the design introduced in 1932 to commemorate the 200th anniversary of George Washington's birth. This year marked the beginning of Dwight D. Eisenhower's presidency, a period of post-war economic growth and prosperity in the United States. The silver composition of the quarter reflected the coin's intrinsic value, which would remain unchanged until 1965.

Weight 6.25 grams
Diameter 24.3 mm
Mint Marks D, S (Philadelphia coins had no mint mark)
Composition 90% silver, 10% copper
Obverse Design Portrait of George Washington facing left, designed by John Flanagan
Reverse Design Eagle with spread wings, designed by John Flanagan

Rarity Factors and Value Drivers

The condition of 1953 quarters significantly impacts their value. Circulated coins are generally worth their silver melt value, but uncirculated specimens can command substantial premiums. Coins in MS65 and above are particularly desirable, with MS67 examples being quite rare and valuable.

For proof coins, cameo and deep cameo contrast between the frosted design elements and mirrored fields can greatly increase value. Proof coins in grades PR67 and above, especially with strong cameo contrast, are highly sought after by collectors.

Philadelphia (No Mint Mark)

Mintage: 18,536,120

Rarity Scale: Common

Circulation Status: Widely Circulated

Preservation Rarity: Scarce in grades MS66 and above

Varieties Errors: None significant

Market Demand: Moderate, higher for well-preserved specimens

Denver (D)

Mintage: 56,112,000

Rarity Scale: Common

Circulation Status: Widely Circulated

Preservation Rarity: Scarce in grades MS66 and above

Varieties Errors: None significant

Market Demand: Moderate, higher for well-preserved specimens

San Francisco (S)

Mintage: 14,016,000

Rarity Scale: Common

Circulation Status: Widely Circulated

Preservation Rarity: Scarce in grades MS66 and above

Varieties Errors: None significant

Market Demand: Moderate, higher for well-preserved specimens

Philadelphia (No Mint Mark)

Mintage: 128,800

Rarity Scale: Uncommon

Circulation Status: Not Intended for Circulation

Preservation Rarity: Scarce in grades PR67 and above

Varieties Errors: None significant

Market Demand: High for well-preserved specimens

Luster quality is a crucial factor for uncirculated 1953 quarters. Coins with full, cartwheel luster are more desirable than those with subdued or impaired luster. Strike quality also plays a role, with sharply struck coins commanding higher premiums.

Toning can significantly impact value, especially for proof coins. Natural, attractive toning patterns can enhance a coin's appeal and value, while unattractive or artificial toning can detract from it. For circulated coins, originality and lack of cleaning or other impairments are important factors that collectors consider when evaluating these quarters.

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