Price Guide for 1834 Quarter Variants
This guide presents price ranges for 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.
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $3.00 – $8,000.00Uncirculated: $2.85 – $64,625.00
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eBayCirculated: $17.50 – $1,750.00Uncirculated: $4,750.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $65.00 – $2,250.00Uncirculated: $2,500.00 – $125,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $3,300.00Uncirculated: $30.00 – $235,000.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $40,000.00 – $125,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $50.00 – $1,763.00Uncirculated: $920.00 – $70,500.00
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eBayCirculated: $129.00 – $1,050.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $120.00 – $2,250.00Uncirculated: $2,500.00 – $45,000.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $31,200.00
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eBayCirculated: $15.50 – $1,411.00Uncirculated: $77.77 – $284.97
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $35,000.00 – $65,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $89.00 – $780.00Uncirculated: $30,000.00
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eBayCirculated: $46.00 – $66.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $160.00 – $2,250.00Uncirculated: $2,500.00 – $45,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $57.00 – $2,350.00Uncirculated: $345.00 – $43,200.00
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eBayCirculated: $99.50 – $380.00Uncirculated: $2,961.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $65.00 – $2,250.00Uncirculated: $2,500.00 – $20,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $74.00 – $1,553.00Uncirculated: $633.00 – $24,675.00
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eBayCirculated: $282.00 – $1,455.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $150.00 – $2,500.00Uncirculated: $2,750.00 – $27,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $79.00 – $960.00Uncirculated: $1,020.00 – $7,500.00
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eBayCirculated: $187.50
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $65.00 – $2,250.00Uncirculated: $2,500.00 – $3,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $200.00 – $575.00
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eBayCirculated: $300.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $350.00 – $3,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $329,000.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $150,000.00 – $400,000.00
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eBayCirculated: $299.99
Design and Specifications of the 1834 Quarter
The 1834 Quarter was part of the Capped Bust series, which began in 1815 and continued until 1838. This coin represents a significant period in early American coinage, as it was minted during the presidency of Andrew Jackson and the ongoing westward expansion of the United States. The lack of mint marks on this coin is typical for the era, as Philadelphia was the only mint producing quarters at the time.
Weight | 6.74 grams |
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Diameter | 27 mm |
Mint Marks | None (Philadelphia only) |
Composition | 89.24% silver, 10.76% copper |
Obverse Design | Capped Bust, designed by John Reich |
Reverse Design | Heraldic Eagle, designed by John Reich |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
The condition of the 1834 Quarter significantly impacts its value. Due to its age and circulation, finding high-grade examples is challenging. Coins in Mint State condition are especially valuable and sought after by collectors.
Key areas to examine include the high points of the design, such as Liberty’s cheek and hair on the obverse, and the eagle’s wings and breast feathers on the reverse. The presence of original luster and minimal contact marks greatly enhances the coin’s desirability and value.
Mintage: 286,000
Rarity Scale: Scarce
Circulation Status: Limited Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Very rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: Large 4 and Small 4 in date varieties
Market Demand: High, especially for well-preserved specimens
Strike quality is an important factor for the 1834 Quarter. Well-struck coins with full details command a premium. The presence of attractive, natural toning can also increase the coin’s appeal and value.
The Large 4 and Small 4 varieties in the date can affect value, with the Small 4 being slightly scarcer. Die state is another consideration, as later die states with more pronounced features or cracks can be of interest to specialized collectors.
As with many early American coins, provenance can play a role in value. Coins with a documented history of ownership by notable collectors or inclusion in famous collections may command higher prices at auction.