The obverse side of the coin features the same design as the Ike dollar series from previous years. The US minted the 1776-1976 S Eisenhower silver dollar as an uncirculated coin and also as a proof coin. Most of the coins minted were proof coins.
- 1776 To 1976 Quarter Dollar Drummer Boy Error Value
- 1776 To 1976 Quarter Dollar D Mark
- 1776 To 1976 Quarter Dollar No Mint
- 1776 To 1976 Quarter Dollar Jla
- 1776 To 1976 Quarter Dollar E Pluribus Unum
Bicentennial Design
- What Are Bicentennial Quarters Worth? If you find circulated 1776-1976 quarters either with no mintmark (those were made in Philadelphia) or the 'D' (Denver) mintmark in pocket change, they're worth face value – 25 cents. If you find a 1776-1976 q.
- Since this dime was overstruck by Proof quarter dies for the 1976 Bicentennial quarter, no determination can be made. 1976 Bicentennial off-metal mint errors are very rare in every denomination.
- Quarter Dollar Type Set (Incl. 20 Cents) 261: 100 Greatest U.S. Modern Coins, First Edition: 255: Washington Quarters 1950-1998, Proof Issue: 232: 20th Century Series Type Set, Proofs Only: 205: 20th Century Series Type Set, Proofs Only - No Gold: 201: 1776-1976 Proof Set: 187: 100 Greatest U.S. Modern Coins, Fourth Edition: 162.


What This Coin Looks Like (Obverse, Reverse, Mint Mark Location, Special Features, etc.):
The bicentennial Washington quarter features a 1776-1976 date on the obverse and a colonial drummer on the reverse of the coin to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the United States of America. This coin was produced in both years of 1975 through 1976 so there were no 1975 coins.
This particular version is the special 40% silver Mint Edition of the Bicentennial Quarter. Proof silver coins with a mirror-like surface were produced as depicted in the image above. In addition: A business strike silver uncirculated edition of this coin was also produced (does not have the mirror-like surface). An example of the uncirculated 40% silver edition bicentennial quarter is depicted below in the example image:
Good (G-4) | Very Good (VG-8) | Fine (F-12) | Very Fine (VF-20) | Extremely Fine (EF-40) | About Uncirculated (AU-50) | Uncirculated (MS-60) | Uncirculated (MS-65) | Proof (PR-65) |
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- | - | - | - | - | - | - | $8.41 | $9.60 |
USA Coin Book Estimated Value of 1976-S Washington Quarter (40% Silver Variety) is Worth $8.41 or more in Uncirculated (MS+) Mint Condition. Proof coins can be worth $9.60 or more. Click here to Learn How to use Coin Price Charts. Also, click here to Learn About Grading Coins. The Melt Value shown below is how Valuable the Coin's Metal is Worth (bare minimum value of coin). Click here to see the Melt Value of every US Coin.
1776 To 1976 Quarter Dollar Drummer Boy Error Value
1776 To 1976 Quarter Dollar D Mark
MELT VALUE: $2.02171776 To 1976 Quarter Dollar No Mint

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The standard 1776-1976 Washington quarters are made of a clad composition that contains copper and nickel. Silver clad quarters and silver clad proof quarters were also minted and they sell for more money. Keep reading to learn more about these coins.
This coin has a special design on the reverse side of the coin to celebrate the Bicentennial of the United States. The reverse side of the coin features a military drummer along with a victory torch encircled by 13 stars. This design is why these coins are called drummer boy quarters. The obverse side of the coin features the same design as other Washington quarters.
The US minted the 1776-1976 quarter with no mint mark and also the 1776-1976 D quarter, 1776-1976 S proof quarter, 1776-1976 S silver quarter, and 1776-1976 S silver proof quarter.
Note: The mint mark, when present, can be found on the obverse side of the coin.
Series | Location | Quantity Minted |
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1776-1976 | Philadelphia | 809,784,016 |
1776-1976 D | Denver | 860,118,839 |
1776-1976 S Proof | San Francisco | 7,059,099 |
1776-1976 S Silver | San Francisco | 11,000,000 |
1776-1976 S Silver Proof | San Francisco | 4,000,000 |
Clad Quarters
The standard 1776-1976 clad quarters in circulated condition are only worth their face value of $0.25. These coins only sell for a premium in uncirculated condition.
The 1776-1976 quarter with no mint mark and the 1776-1976 D quarter are each worth around $1.25 in uncirculated condition with an MS 63 grade. The value is around $6 in uncirculated condition with an MS 65 grade.
The 1776-1976 S proof quarter is worth around $5 in PR 65 condition.
Silver Clad Quarters
This coin is worth at least its weight in silver. The silver melt value for this coin is $2.01 as of February 09, 2021. This melt value is calculated from the current silver spot price of $27.22 per ounce.
The 1776-1976 S silver quarter is worth around $4 in uncirculated condition with a grade of MS 63. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 65 can sell for around $7.
1776 To 1976 Quarter Dollar Jla
The 1776-1976 S silver proof quarter is worth around $8 in PR 65 condition.
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1776 To 1976 Quarter Dollar E Pluribus Unum
Grading System
MS 63 choice uncirculated- In the major focal areas there are some blemishes or contact marks. The coin's luster might not be as prominent.
MS 65 gem uncirculated- There is strong luster and eye appeal. A few light contact marks may be present but they are barely noticeable.

PR 65 proof- There are no flaws to this coin. A few blemishes may be present.
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See also:

1776-1976 Half Dollar
1776-1976 Silver Dollar