Price Guide for 1884 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: $110.00 – $1,093.00Uncirculated: $3.50 – $12,650.00
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eBayCirculated: $475.00 – $1,034.00Uncirculated: $425.00 – $1,405.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $175.00 – $1,075.00Uncirculated: $1,100.00 – $12,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $312.00 – $1,150.00Uncirculated: $2.40 – $27,025.00
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eBayCirculated: $425.00 – $480.00Uncirculated: $586.00 – $3,300.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $475.00 – $600.00Uncirculated: $650.00 – $27,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $1,680.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $2,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $633.00 – $70,500.00
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eBayUncirculated: $787.00 – $5,510.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $750.00 – $65,000.00
Design and Specifications of the 1884 Quarter
The 1884 Liberty Seated Quarter is part of the long-running Liberty Seated series, which began in 1838 and continued until 1891. This design, featuring Lady Liberty seated on a rock, was a significant departure from earlier coin designs and represented a more classical artistic approach.
The year 1884 was notable for its relatively low mintages, particularly at the Philadelphia mint, making these quarters more desirable to collectors today.
| Weight | 6.25 grams |
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| Diameter | 24.3 mm |
| Mint Marks | No mint mark (Philadelphia), S (San Francisco) |
| Composition | 90% silver, 10% copper |
| Obverse Design | Liberty Seated design, designed by Christian Gobrecht |
| Reverse Design | Eagle with shield, designed by Christian Gobrecht |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
The condition of an 1884 Quarter has a significant impact on its value, particularly for the rare Philadelphia issue. Uncirculated examples of the Philadelphia mint are extremely valuable due to the low mintage and scarcity in high grades.
For the San Francisco issue, while more common, well-preserved specimens with strong luster and minimal contact marks can command substantial premiums. The presence of original toning can also enhance the value and appeal to collectors.
Mintage: 8,000
Rarity Scale: Rare
Circulation Status: Limited Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Extremely rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None widely recognized
Market Demand: High, especially for well-preserved specimens
Mintage: 8,200,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Scarce in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None widely recognized
Market Demand: Moderate, higher for well-preserved examples
Strike quality is an important factor for 1884 Quarters. Well-struck coins with full details, especially on Liberty’s head and the eagle’s feathers, are more desirable. The Philadelphia issue, in particular, is known for often having weak strikes, making strong examples even more valuable.
Die state can also affect value, with early die state coins typically being more desirable due to sharper details. For both mints, prooflike surfaces on business strikes, while rare, can significantly increase value.
Lastly, the historical significance of the 1884 Philadelphia Quarter as a low-mintage year adds to its numismatic interest and value.
