1938 Washington Quarter — Coin Value
Washington QuarterWhat the 1938 Washington Quarter is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1938 Washington Quarter value — Ungraded $52 · MS62 $97 · MS66 $220. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 4.2× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If your goal is simply to own a 1938 Washington Quarter, buy the Standard version for $37. The PROOF version at $214 offers a superior presentation, typically involving higher quality minting and packaging, which appeals to serious collectors. Buyers prioritizing investment or display should pay the premium for the PROOF; casual collectors should stick to the Standard.
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Item details
- Series
- Washington Quarter
- Year
- 1938
1938 Washington Quarter value
A raw (ungraded) 1938 Washington Quarter runs around $52, a certified MS62 about $97, and a high-grade MS66 commands $220.
What drives the price
Grade, mint mark, strike quality, and key dates drive coin value. Certified (slabbed) coins carry a premium over raw; low-mintage years and full-strike examples appreciate the most.
Price guide
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $52 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $97 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $220 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting value for an ungraded 1938 Washington Quarter?
- An ungraded 1938 Washington Quarter has a starting value of $23.
- How much more is an MS66 compared to an ungraded version?
- An MS66 grade commands a price of $245, significantly higher than the $23 ungraded value.
- What is the series and year of this coin?
- This coin is from the Washington Quarter series and is from the year 1938.