United States Washington Quarter Currency Coin
Coin/Bullion · United States Mint
Pattern: Washington Quarter (1932-Present)
Type
Coin/Bullion
Maker
United States Mint
Material
Cupronickel clad (outer layers of 75% copper and 25% nickel bonded to a core of pure copper, post-1965 composition)
Dimensions
Diameter: 24.26 mm, Thickness: 1.75 mm, Weight: 5.67 grams
Description
A standard circulated United States Washington quarter coin resting in the palm of an open hand, dated 1989 with a Denver mint mark, featuring the profile of George Washington on the obverse.
Key Features
Washington obverse profile, 1989 date, Denver mint mark 'D'
Material & Composition
Cupronickel clad (outer layers of 75% copper and 25% nickel bonded to a core of pure copper, post-1965 composition)
Finish & Decoration
Business strike, standard mint finish with reeded edge
Hallmarks & Stamps
Mint mark 'D' (Denver Mint) located on the reverse below the wreath
Construction Details
Coined/struck using high-pressure die-stamping in a modern mint facility
Functional Features
Standard circulating currency coin with reeded edges to prevent shaving
Handle & Grip Details
Not applicable; standard coin form
Craftsmanship Details
High-speed mass-production coining typical of late 20th-century U.S. Mint mass output.
Authentication Indicators
Standard weight, dimensions, and alloy composition consistent with 1989 U.S. mint standards; genuine business strike characteristics.
Origin & Manufacturing
United States, minted in Denver, Colorado
Era & Period
Late 20th Century Modern Period (1989)
Age Estimate
Dated 1989
Cultural Significance
Represents everyday American commerce, currency history, and the widespread use of coin currency in the late 20th century.
Condition Notes
Circulated condition with visible surface wear, minor scratches, and standard dulling associated with daily use. Grade: About Uncirculated / Extremely Fine.
Value Estimate
Face value ($0.25 USD) or nominal collector value of $0.25 to $0.50 in circulated condition.
Care & Maintenance
Requires no special maintenance as it is base metal clad; can be stored in standard coin holders or albums if desired.
Similar Pieces
Other circulating U.S. quarters from the 1980s and 1990s, including state quarters series.
Interesting Facts
The Washington quarter was originally minted in 1932 to commemorate the bicentennial of George Washington's birth and was composed of 90% silver until the Coinage Act of 1965 removed silver from circulating quarters.