1926-S Standing Liberty Quarter
The 1926-S Standing Liberty Quarter had a total mintage of 2.7 million coins struck at the San Francisco Mint. The 1926-S Standing Liberty Quarter can be a difficult one to find, especially in the highest Full Head grades of the coin where Lady Liberty’s head is fully struck. It’s possible to find this coin in circulated and uncirculated grades, and just takes some effort to find what you are looking for.
History of the 1926-S Standing Liberty Quarter
The 1926-S Standing Liberty Quarter is a beautiful coin that is worth the effort to find with a sharp strike and attractive surfaces. The Standing Liberty Quarter was designed by Herman MacNeil. The obverse of the coin features Lady Liberty holding a shield in one hand and an olive branch in the other while wearing chain mail armor on her body. She stands in some form of gateway that features 13 stars and the words “In God We Trust” dividing the walls. The reverse of the coin features an American Bald Eagle in flight with 13 stars surrounding it.
1926-S Standing Liberty Quarter Value
The 1926-S Standing Liberty Quarter value ranges from around $8,000 to upwards of $48,000 for the coins that have been sold and graded on the market today. The Full Head strike typically commands the highest prices, and this coin would definitely demand a premium if found in some of the higher Mint State grades. The 1926-S Standing Liberty Quarter would make a great addition to any Standing Liberty Quarter series collection.
Type of coin: Quarter
Year: 1926-S Standing Liberty Quarter
Standing Liberty Quarter Mint Mark: San Francisco
Total mintage: 2,700,000
Metal content: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Face value: 25 cents
Weight: 6.30 grams
Edge: Reeded
Designer: Herman A. MacNeil
Diameter: 24.30 millimeters