1998-D Washington Quarter Dollar
Coin/Bullion · United States Mint (Denver)
Pattern: Washington Quarter, Eagle Reverse (Original 1932 design)
Type
Coin/Bullion
Maker
United States Mint (Denver)
Material
Cupro-nickel clad (Outer layers of 75% copper, 25% nickel over a core of pure copper). Contains 0% silver.
Dimensions
Diameter: 24.26 mm; Weight: 5.67 grams; Thickness: 1.75 mm.
Description
The 1998-D Washington Quarter is a standard unit of U.S. currency. It features the classic John Flanagan bust of George Washington. This specific year represents the final year of the original Eagle-reverse design before the commencement of the 50 State Quarters Program in 1999.
Key Features
Mint mark 'D' indicates Denver production; 1998 date; copper-colored edge visible on the side indicating lack of silver content.
Material & Composition
Cupro-nickel clad (Outer layers of 75% copper, 25% nickel over a core of pure copper). Contains 0% silver.
Finish & Decoration
Business strike, circulated finish with relief engraving. Features John Flanagan’s left-facing portrait of George Washington.
Hallmarks & Stamps
Mint mark 'D' (Denver), 'LIBERTY', 'IN GOD WE TRUST', and date '1998' on the obverse.
Construction Details
Multi-layered cladding pressed together and die-struck by industrial high-speed coinage presses.
Functional Features
Reeded edge (119 reeds) to prevent clipping and for tactile identification; legal tender.
Handle & Grip Details
Not applicable as this is a coin.
Craftsmanship Details
Industrial die-striking. High-quality mass production with crisp legend lettering and moderate relief detail.
Authentication Indicators
Correct typeface for the era, visible copper core at the edge, standard weight and diameter for cupro-nickel coinage.
Origin & Manufacturing
United States Mint, Denver, Colorado (established 1863; coin produced in 1998).
Era & Period
Modern Era (United States Coinage, post-1964 transition)
Age Estimate
Issued in 1998; 26 years old.
Cultural Significance
A fundamental element of American commercial exchange; late 20th-century cultural artifact prior to the modern commemorative coin era.
Condition Notes
Circulated condition (Very Good to Fine range). Notable surface scratches, minor dents on the rim, and typical environmental tarnish from usage in commerce.
Value Estimate
Face value ($0.25 USD). In high-grade uncirculated condition, it may carry a small premium to collectors.
Care & Maintenance
No specialized care required as it is base metal; avoid harsh acids; store in a cool, dry place if kept for a collection.
Similar Pieces
1964 Washington Quarter (90% silver, similar look but no copper edge); 1998-S Proof Silver Quarter (90% silver, 'S' mint mark, mirror-like finish).
Interesting Facts
1998 marked the end of an era for the Washington Quarter; the reverse design had remained largely unchanged (save for the Bicentennial) since 1932.