Price Guide for 1985 Quarter Variants

This guide presents price ranges for 1985 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.

1985-P Quarter (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $12.00
    Uncirculated: $8.00 - $1,528.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $32.00
    Uncirculated: $0.99 - $765.01
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $1.00 - $1,050.00

1985-D Quarter (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $150.00
    Uncirculated: $3.00 - $950.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $0.99 - $1,680.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $1.00 - $4,250.00

1985-S Quarter, DCAM (Proof)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $3.00 - $1,200.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $0.01 - $96.50
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $5.00 - $35.00

Design and Specifications of the 1985 Quarter

The 1985 Quarter continues the Washington Quarter design that was first introduced in 1932 to commemorate the 200th anniversary of George Washington's birth. This coin represents a period of economic recovery and technological advancement in the United States, as the country was emerging from the recession of the early 1980s.

Weight 5.67 grams
Diameter 24.26 mm
Mint Marks P, D, S
Composition 91.67% copper, 8.33% nickel clad over a pure copper core
Obverse Design Portrait of George Washington, designed by John Flanagan
Reverse Design Eagle with spread wings, designed by John Flanagan

Rarity Factors and Value Drivers

The condition of 1985 Quarters significantly impacts their value, particularly for higher grades. Circulation strikes in MS65 and above can command premiums, while proof coins are valued more in PR69 and PR70 states. Key factors include:

- Luster: Strong, original mint luster enhances appeal and value.
- Strike: Well-struck coins with full detail are more desirable.
- Surface preservation: Minimal contact marks or blemishes increase value.
- Toning: Natural, attractive toning can add value for some collectors.

Philadelphia, P

Mintage: 647,296,000

Rarity Scale: Common

Circulation Status: Widely Circulated

Preservation Rarity: Common in grades up to MS66, scarce in MS67 and above

Varieties Errors: None significant

Market Demand: Low, primarily of interest to date and mint mark collectors

Denver, D

Mintage: 519,962,000

Rarity Scale: Common

Circulation Status: Widely Circulated

Preservation Rarity: Common in grades up to MS66, scarce in MS67 and above

Varieties Errors: None significant

Market Demand: Low, primarily of interest to date and mint mark collectors

San Francisco, S

Mintage: 3,362,821

Rarity Scale: Common for proof issues

Circulation Status: Not Intended for Circulation

Preservation Rarity: Common in grades up to PR69, scarce in PR70

Varieties Errors: None significant

Market Demand: Moderate, appealing to proof set collectors

While 1985 Quarters are generally common, certain factors can increase their value:

1. Exceptional Grade: Coins graded MS67 or higher for circulation strikes, or PR70 for proofs, can command significant premiums.
2. Full Steps: Quarters with fully defined steps on Monticello's base are more valuable.
3. Error Coins: Although no major errors are known for this year, any discovered off-center strikes, die cracks, or other mint errors could be valuable.
4. Original Packaging: Proof coins in original mint packaging may have added value for collectors.

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2 Comments

  1. Dashawn Coleman says:

    On this site I have a 1985 p quarter that you guys estimated at a mint mark 66 and it has double die and double stamp on the front of it that is clearly noticeable by the naked eye trying to get an estimate

    1. A 1985 P quarter with an error, especially if it’s graded MS 66, can be quite valuable, potentially worth a few hundred dollars. A standard MS 66 quarter without errors usually isn’t worth much, perhaps just a few dozen dollars. For more detailed information, you can check the transaction records on Heritage Auctions. Here’s the link: https://coins.ha.com/c/search/results.zx?term=25C&si=1&dept=1909&archive_state=5327&sold_status=1526&coin_category=2198&us_coin_year=1985&sb=1&mode=archive&page=50~1&layout=list

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