Price Guide for 1912 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: $18.00 – $282.00Uncirculated: $3.50 – $16,450.00
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eBayCirculated: $3.25 – $219.00Uncirculated: $130.00 – $875.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $12.00 – $315.00Uncirculated: $350.00 – $16,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $45.00 – $1,200.00Uncirculated: $21.00 – $13,200.00
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eBayCirculated: $10.10 – $667.09Uncirculated: $523.66 – $2,441.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $15.00 – $525.00Uncirculated: $550.00 – $25,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $196.00 – $1,380.00Uncirculated: $2.60 – $84,000.00
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eBayUncirculated: $385.00 – $1,800.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $330.00 – $410.00Uncirculated: $500.00 – $90,000.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $492.00 – $19,975.00
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eBayUncirculated: $770.01 – $1,241.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $575.00 – $25,000.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $6,600.00 – $11,000.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $13,500.00
Design and Specifications of the 1912 Quarter
The 1912 Quarter, part of the Barber Quarter series (1892-1916), represents a significant period in American coinage. Named after its designer, Charles E. Barber, the Chief Engraver of the U.S. Mint, this coin was produced during a time of economic growth and industrial expansion in the United States.
The Barber design, while criticized by some for its conservative nature, was a marked improvement in durability over its predecessor, the Seated Liberty design. This made it more suitable for the increased demand for coinage in circulation during this period.
| Weight | 6.25 grams |
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| Diameter | 24.3 mm |
| Mint Marks | D, S (Denver and San Francisco); No mint mark for Philadelphia |
| Composition | 90% silver, 10% copper |
| Obverse Design | Liberty Head (Barber), designed by Charles E. Barber |
| Reverse Design | Heraldic eagle with shield, designed by Charles E. Barber |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
The condition of a 1912 Quarter significantly impacts its value. Coins in uncirculated condition (MS60 and above) are particularly valuable, with premium prices for those grading MS65 or higher.
Original mint luster is highly prized, as is strong, clear strike detail on Liberty’s head and the eagle’s features. The presence of attractive, natural toning can also enhance value, particularly for the San Francisco mint coins.
For circulated coins, key areas of wear to examine include Liberty’s hair and crown on the obverse, and the eagle’s wings and shield on the reverse. Coins with minimal wear in these areas command higher prices.
Mintage: 4,400,000
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: 5,054,000
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: 708,000
Rarity Scale: Uncommon
Circulation Status: Moderate Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: High, especially for well-preserved examples
Mint mark rarity plays a role in the 1912 Quarter’s value. The San Francisco (S) mint coins, with their lower mintage, are generally more valuable than their Philadelphia or Denver counterparts in comparable grades.
Strike quality can vary among 1912 Quarters, with well-struck examples commanding premiums. Collectors often seek coins with sharp, full details on Liberty’s hair and the eagle’s feathers.
While not typically considered a key date, high-grade examples of the 1912 Quarter, particularly from the San Francisco mint, are scarce and highly sought after by collectors focusing on the Barber series or assembling high-grade type sets.
