Price Guide for 1902 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: $15.00 – $822.50Uncirculated: $3.50 – $23,000.00
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eBayCirculated: $6.00 – $349.97Uncirculated: $138.70 – $1,118.25
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $12.00 – $315.00Uncirculated: $350.00 – $37,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $46.51 – $690.00Uncirculated: $3.75 – $28,200.00
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eBayCirculated: $27.00 – $400.25Uncirculated: $649.95 – $786.45
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $12.00 – $700.00Uncirculated: $750.00 – $50,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $141.00 – $1,320.00Uncirculated: $2.20 – $22,800.00
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eBayCirculated: $140.50Uncirculated: $250.00 – $1,367.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $265.00 – $410.00Uncirculated: $500.00 – $26,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $25.00 – $900.00Uncirculated: $6.50 – $29,900.00
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eBayCirculated: $18.35 – $863.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $12.00 – $1,050.00Uncirculated: $1,150.00 – $47,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $750.00 – $16,800.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $1,100.00 – $30,000.00
Design and Specifications of the 1902 Quarter
The 1902 Quarter is part of the Barber Quarter series, which was minted from 1892 to 1916. This design, created by Chief Engraver Charles E. Barber, replaced the long-running Seated Liberty design. The Barber Quarter was produced during a period of significant economic growth and industrial expansion in the United States.
The coin features Liberty’s head on the obverse, wearing a crown of laurel and oak leaves, symbolizing civil and military glory. The reverse displays a heraldic eagle with a shield on its breast, holding an olive branch and arrows in its talons, representing peace and readiness for war.
| Weight | 6.25 grams |
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| Diameter | 24.3 mm |
| Mint Marks | O, S (No mint mark for Philadelphia) |
| Composition | 90% silver, 10% copper |
| Obverse Design | Liberty Head (Barber), designed by Charles E. Barber |
| Reverse Design | Heraldic Eagle, designed by Charles E. Barber |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
The condition of a 1902 Quarter significantly impacts its value. Circulated examples are relatively common and affordable, but the value increases dramatically for uncirculated coins. Coins in MS65 or higher grades are scarce and highly sought after by collectors.
Factors such as strike quality, luster, and toning play crucial roles in determining a coin’s desirability and value. Well-struck coins with full, sharp details and minimal bag marks or contact marks command premium prices. Original, undisturbed luster is highly prized, and attractive, natural toning can significantly enhance a coin’s appeal and value.
Mintage: 12,196,967
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Scarce in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, higher for well-preserved specimens
Mintage: 4,748,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, higher for high-grade examples
Mintage: 1,524,612
Rarity Scale: Uncommon
Circulation Status: Moderate Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Very rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: High, especially for well-preserved examples
Mint marks can affect the value of 1902 Quarters. The San Francisco (S) mint coins are generally more valuable due to their lower mintage. Die varieties and errors, while not common for this year, can add substantial value if discovered.
The overall grade distribution of surviving specimens influences market values. Since many 1902 Quarters were heavily circulated, high-grade examples are relatively scarce, making them more valuable to collectors. Provenance can also play a role, with coins from famous collections or with a documented history of ownership potentially commanding higher prices at auction.
