Price Guide for 1998 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 PriceUncirculated: $16.00 – $1,527.50
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eBayCirculated: $0.99 – $37.00Uncirculated: $1.49 – $336.11
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $1.00 – $3,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $10.00 – $1,380.00
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eBayUncirculated: $1.00 – $379.97
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $1.00 – $215.00
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eBayUncirculated: $9.99 – $425.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $25.00 – $450.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $9.00 – $930.00
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eBayUncirculated: $2.25 – $224.29
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $7.00 – $34.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $3.00 – $219.00
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eBayUncirculated: $0.99 – $125.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $5.00 – $40.00
Design and Specifications of the 1998 Quarter
The 1998 Quarter continued the long-standing Washington Quarter design, which had been in use since 1932. This year marked one of the final years before the introduction of the 50 State Quarters Program in 1999, which would significantly change the reverse design of U.S. quarters for the next decade.
1998 was a period of economic prosperity in the United States, with low unemployment and a booming stock market. The quarter, as a widely used denomination, played a crucial role in everyday commerce during this time.
| Weight | 5.67 grams |
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| Diameter | 24.26 mm |
| Mint Marks | P, D, S |
| Composition | 91.67% copper, 8.33% nickel clad over a pure copper core |
| Obverse Design | Portrait of George Washington, designed by John Flanagan |
| Reverse Design | Eagle with spread wings, designed by John Flanagan |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
The condition of 1998 Quarters significantly impacts their value, particularly for circulation strikes. Uncirculated examples in high grades (MS65 and above) command premiums, with coins in MS67 and above being particularly desirable to collectors.
For proof coins, the difference between PR69 and PR70 can be substantial in terms of value. Collectors seek coins with perfect strikes, full luster, and no contact marks or blemishes.
Mintage: 1,039,000,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Common in grades up to MS67, scarce in MS68 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Low, primarily collected as part of date sets
Mintage: 1,029,824,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Common in grades up to MS67, scarce in MS68 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Low, primarily collected as part of date sets
Mintage: 2,086,370
Rarity Scale: Common for proof issues
Circulation Status: Not Intended for Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Common in grades up to PR69, scarce in PR70
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, collected by proof set enthusiasts
Strike quality is an important factor for both circulation and proof issues. Well-struck coins with full detail on high points like Washington’s hair and the eagle’s feathers are more desirable.
Luster plays a crucial role in determining the grade and value of uncirculated coins. Coins with original, cartwheel luster are preferred by collectors.
While not typically a significant factor for modern quarters, attractive toning can sometimes increase the value of 1998 Quarters, especially for proof issues.
Due to their high mintage and relative modernity, 1998 Quarters are generally not considered rare or valuable unless in exceptionally high grades or with unusual characteristics.
