1938 Washington Quarter Good/Fine
Semi-Numismatic
1938 Washington Quarter Good/Fine
The 1938 Washington quarter represents a classic era of United States silver coinage. Struck with a purity of 0.900 fine silver, this twenty-five cent piece carries a metal content of 0.17875 troy ounces. Produced at the Philadelphia Mint, these coins entered circulation to serve as a staple of daily commerce, carrying a design that has become one of the most recognizable in American numismatic history. On the obverse, the coin displays the left-facing profile of George Washington, the nation's first president. This celebrated portrait was designed by sculptor John Flanagan. Accompanying the bust are the traditional inscriptions of "IN GOD WE TRUST" and the year of issue, 1938. The reverse features a bold heraldic eagle with its wings spread wide. The eagle clutches a bundle of arrows in its talons, positioned above an olive branch, symbolizing both strength and peace. The design is framed by the national motto "E PLURIBUS UNUM" and the country name, representing the enduring symbols of the United States.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1938 |
| Grade | Good or Better |
| Legal-tender face value | 25 Cents |
| Metal | Silver |
| Weight | 0.1788 troy oz |
| Purity | .900 |
| Diameter | 24.3 mm |
| Thickness | 1.75 mm |
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