The Washington Quarter was introduced by the United States Mint in 1932 to commemorate the 200th anniversary of George Washington’s birth, originally intended as a one-year commemorative issue. Public enthusiasm for the design was so overwhelming that it was continued as the regular quarter-dollar design, replacing the Standing Liberty Quarter that had circulated since 1916. This 1932-S Washington Quarter comes from the debut issue of the series with an impressive MS64+ certification. Right now, the 1932-S Washington Quarter is available at JM Bullion.
Coin Highlights:
This 1932-S Washington Quarter is available in Mint State 64+ condition, indicating it is a premium example of an MS64 specimen. This coin is notable for its bright, frosted eye appeal and largely untoned, satin-frosted obverse field. The reverse features a blast-white luster that is vibrant.
The 1932-S Washington Quarter from San Francisco is the key date of the Washington Quarter series, with the lowest mintage of any regular-issue Washington Quarter at just 408,000 pieces. Struck during the inaugural year at the San Francisco Mint and bearing the “S” mintmark on the reverse below the wreath, this coin commands significant premiums in all grades. The low mintage resulted from reduced demand during the Great Depression, making surviving examples especially valuable to collectors completing Washington Quarter sets.
The obverse design of the 1932-S Washington Quarter, created by John Flanagan, features a left-facing bust of George Washington based on a 1786 sculpture by French artist Jean-Antoine Houdon. Flanagan’s interpretation captures Washington with a dignified, classical profile that emphasizes the first president’s strong features and commanding presence. The inscription “LIBERTY” appears above Washington’s head, with “IN GOD WE TRUST” positioned to the left, and the date below, creating a balanced and timeless composition that has endured for over nine decades.
The reverse design of the 1932-S Washington Quarter, also created by John Flanagan, depicts a heraldic eagle with wings spread, perched on a bundle of arrows with two olive branches flanking either side. The eagle faces left, and above it appears the inscription “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” while below the denomination “QUARTER DOLLAR” is displayed. This design symbolizes America’s readiness for war (arrows) tempered by a desire for peace (olive branches), reflecting the balanced strength that characterized Washington’s own presidency.
If you have any questions about rare US 90% silver coins, please feel free to ask. JM Bullion customer service is available at 800-276-6508, online using our web chat, and via our email address.
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The Washington Quarter was introduced by the United States Mint in 1932 to commemorate the 200th anniversary of George Washington’s birth, originally intended as a one-year commemorative issue. Public enthusiasm for the design was so overwhelming that it was continued as the regular quarter-dollar design, replacing the Standing Liberty Quarter that had circulated since 1916. This 1932-S Washington Quarter comes from the debut issue of the series with an impressive MS64+ certification. Right now, the 1932-S Washington Quarter is available at JM Bullion.
Coin Highlights:
This 1932-S Washington Quarter is available in Mint State 64+ condition, indicating it is a premium example of an MS64 specimen. This coin is notable for its bright, frosted eye appeal and largely untoned, satin-frosted obverse field. The reverse features a blast-white luster that is vibrant.
The 1932-S Washington Quarter from San Francisco is the key date of the Washington Quarter series, with the lowest mintage of any regular-issue Washington Quarter at just 408,000 pieces. Struck during the inaugural year at the San Francisco Mint and bearing the “S” mintmark on the reverse below the wreath, this coin commands significant premiums in all grades. The low mintage resulted from reduced demand during the Great Depression, making surviving examples especially valuable to collectors completing Washington Quarter sets.
The obverse design of the 1932-S Washington Quarter, created by John Flanagan, features a left-facing bust of George Washington based on a 1786 sculpture by French artist Jean-Antoine Houdon. Flanagan’s interpretation captures Washington with a dignified, classical profile that emphasizes the first president’s strong features and commanding presence. The inscription “LIBERTY” appears above Washington’s head, with “IN GOD WE TRUST” positioned to the left, and the date below, creating a balanced and timeless composition that has endured for over nine decades.
The reverse design of the 1932-S Washington Quarter, also created by John Flanagan, depicts a heraldic eagle with wings spread, perched on a bundle of arrows with two olive branches flanking either side. The eagle faces left, and above it appears the inscription “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” while below the denomination “QUARTER DOLLAR” is displayed. This design symbolizes America’s readiness for war (arrows) tempered by a desire for peace (olive branches), reflecting the balanced strength that characterized Washington’s own presidency.
If you have any questions about rare US 90% silver coins, please feel free to ask. JM Bullion customer service is available at 800-276-6508, online using our web chat, and via our email address.