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What is a 1965 quarter coin worth?
The 1965 Washington quarter was the first US quarter not made of 90% pure silver. This transition from silver “hard money” to copper coinage resulted in the rare and valuable 1965 silver quarter….1965 Washington Quarter Price Chart.
Grade | Price (USD) |
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MS65 | $10 |
MS66 | $35 |
MS67 | $395 |
MS67+ | $975 |
Is there a 1965 error quarter?
The error type is also sometimes called a “wrong metal” error. This 1965 Washington quarter dollar is struck on a 90 percent silver planchet and graded About Uncirculated 53 by Professional Coin Grading Service.
Is there anything special about the 1965 quarter?

In 1965 to 1967, new clad quarters were issued with no mint marks regardless of mint of origin. Minting started on August 1965, and the clad era began with quarter coins. Thus, the year 1965 is significant for it was the year when silver was taken off from the quarter’s composition.
How can I tell if my 1965 quarter is silver?
Any quarter with a date earlier than 1965 will be silver. You can also check the edge (the “side”) of the coin. If any copper shows through, it means it’s not silver.
How do I know if my 1965 quarter is silver?
If you find one in your pocket change, you can tell a 1965 quarter is silver by its slightly heavier weight and shiny completely silver color. Silver 1965 quarters have no visible copper around the edge of the coin.

Are all 1965 quarters silver?
1965 was the year that dimes and quarters changed from being 90% silver to 0% silver. So 1965 was known as a transition year because the mint had to change their operations. Errors get made whenever there is a big change in operating procedure. In 1965 the mint accidentally created a few 90% silver dimes and quarters.
How do I tell if my 1965 quarter is silver?
Is a 1965 quarter all silver?
What year is the rarest silver quarter?
The United States Mint made silver quarters from the Year 1796 until 1964. The most popular silver coins are the Washington quarters which contain 90% silver while the rest 10% is copper….Summary of Silver Quarter Coins.
Silver Quarter | Variety | Year of Minting |
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Barber Quarter | Barber | 1892–1916 |