1992-D Washington Quarter Dollar
Coin/Bullion · United States Mint, Denver branch (identified by the 'D' mint mark). Established in 1906, the Denver Mint is one of the world's largest producers of coinage.
Pattern: Washington Quarter (Eagle Reverse type), introduced in 1932 to commemorate the 200th anniversary of George Washington's birth.
Type
Coin/Bullion
Maker
United States Mint, Denver branch (identified by the 'D' mint mark). Established in 1906, the Denver Mint is one of the world's largest producers of coinage.
Material
Copper-nickel clad copper. It contains 0% silver. Outer layers are 75% copper and 25% nickel; the core is pure copper. This is not a silver coin.
Dimensions
Diameter: 24.26 mm (0.955 in); Thickness: 1.75 mm; Standard weight: 5.67 grams. This is the standard US circulation size.
Description
A standard United States circulating quarter dollar from 1992. It features the iconic John Flanagan portrait of George Washington. Unlike quarters minted before 1964, this piece is composed of base metal cladding and does not contain precious metal.
Key Features
1992 date, 'D' mint mark, 'LIBERTY' inscription, and the copper-colored edge (visible if viewed from the side) indicating a non-silver composition.
Material & Composition
Copper-nickel clad copper. It contains 0% silver. Outer layers are 75% copper and 25% nickel; the core is pure copper. This is not a silver coin.
Finish & Decoration
Business strike circulation finish. Features a left-facing profile of George Washington based on the 1785 bust by Houdon. Modern industrial die-struck relief.
Hallmarks & Stamps
Obverse: 'LIBERTY', 'IN GOD WE TRUST', '1992' date, and 'D' mint mark (Denver). Reverse (standard): 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA', 'E PLURIBUS UNUM', 'QUARTER DOLLAR'.
Construction Details
Machine-struck using high-pressure coinage presses on a pre-formed clad planchet (blank). Mass-produced industrial manufacturing.
Functional Features
Reeded edge (119 reeds) designed to prevent 'clipping' or shaving of metals and to assist the visually impaired in identification.
Handle & Grip Details
Not applicable (coinage form factor).
Craftsmanship Details
Reflects late 20th-century industrial mass production. The strike is centered with clear but worn details on the hair and inscriptions.
Authentication Indicators
Correct font styles and strike depth for 1992 Denver production. The copper-colored stripe on the edge is the primary visual indicator that this is a clad coin and not silver.
Origin & Manufacturing
United States of America, Denver Mint, Colorado. Produced using automated industrial striking processes.
Era & Period
Modern Era (1990s). The Washington Quarter design has been the standard for US 25-cent pieces since the end of the Standing Liberty era in 1930.
Age Estimate
32 years old (exactly 1992 per the date stamp).
Cultural Significance
Represents the standard of American commerce in the late 20th century. George Washington's image serves as a symbol of national identity and historical continuity.
Condition Notes
Very Good to Fine (circulated). Visible surface scratches, bag marks, and moderate circulation wear. No evidence of environmental damage or cleaning beyond standard use.
Value Estimate
Face value of $0.25 (25 cents). In this circulated condition, it carries no significant numismatic premium over its face value.
Care & Maintenance
No specialized care required. Do not clean or polish with abrasives if intended for a collection, as this can degrade the numismatic value. Store in a dry environment.
Similar Pieces
1992-S Silver Proof Quarter (would contain 90% silver and have a mirror-like finish), 1992-P Quarter (Philadelphia mint, no mint mark or 'P' mark).
Interesting Facts
The Denver Mint set a production record in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Quarters from this specific year (1992) were some of the last 'standard' eagle-reverse quarters produced before the Statehood Quarter program began in 1999.