1927 Standing Liberty Quarter

The 1927 Standing Liberty Quarter had a total mintage of just under 12 million coins struck at the Philadelphia Mint. The 1927 Standing Liberty Quarter has a larger mintage than some of the other issues from San Francisco and Denver, and it’s a more accessible and affordable coin in circulated and uncirculated grades, especially compared to other coins in the series.

History of the 1927 Standing Liberty Quarter

When looking for your ideal 1927 Standing Liberty Quarter, cherrypicking is advised to ensure a sharp strike and attractive surfaces. With more of this coin produced, it should be easier to choose carefully among many of the grades. 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.