Price Guide for 1965 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: $16.00 – $5,287.50Uncirculated: $11.00 – $12,650.00
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eBayCirculated: $0.01 – $37.98Uncirculated: $0.99 – $1,825.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $1.00 – $17,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $360.00 – $489.00
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eBayCirculated: $200.00Uncirculated: $12.95
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $40.00 – $600.00Uncirculated: $650.00 – $1,400.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $6.00 – $5,175.00
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eBayUncirculated: $1.38 – $265.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $1.00 – $2.00Uncirculated: $3.00 – $100.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $159.50 – $1,650.00
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eBayUncirculated: $36.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $15.00 – $42.00Uncirculated: $50.00 – $750.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $16.00 – $2,640.00
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eBayUncirculated: $15.57 – $375.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $7.00 – $2,800.00
Design and Specifications of the 1965 Quarter
The 1965 Quarter marks a significant transition in U.S. coinage. It was the first year of the copper-nickel clad composition, replacing the previous 90% silver quarters. This change was implemented due to rising silver prices and coin shortages.
The removal of mint marks was a temporary measure to discourage hoarding and speculation. This makes the 1965 Quarter unique, as it lacks the usual mint identification.
| Weight | 5.67 grams |
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| Diameter | 24.3 mm |
| Mint Marks | No mint marks used in 1965 |
| Composition | Copper-nickel clad (91.67% Cu, 8.33% Ni) on copper core |
| Obverse Design | Portrait of George Washington, designed by John Flanagan |
| Reverse Design | Eagle with outstretched wings, designed by John Flanagan |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
The condition of 1965 Quarters significantly impacts their value, especially for high-grade examples. Due to their high mintage and circulation, finding specimens in pristine condition can be challenging.
Uncirculated coins with full luster and minimal contact marks are highly sought after by collectors. The strike quality is particularly important for this transitional year, as the Mint was adapting to the new clad composition.
Mintage: 1,819,717,540
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Common in most grades, but scarce in gem condition (MS65 and above)
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, mainly for high-grade examples
Transitional errors involving the older silver planchets are extremely rare and valuable for 1965 Quarters. While not officially released, a few silver examples are known to exist and command significant premiums.
The historical significance of the 1965 Quarter as the first clad issue adds to its collectible appeal. Toning can also enhance value, with attractively toned specimens often commanding higher prices among collectors.
