1929-D Standing Liberty Quarter

The 1929-D Standing Liberty Quarter had a total mintage of over 1.3 million coins from the Denver Mint. The 1929-D Standing Liberty Quarter is possible to find in both circulated and uncirculated grades, and can be found in higher Mint State grades as well. This coin can be a little more difficult to find in the highest grades of the Full Head version. It’s possible to find the 1929-D Standing Liberty Quarter in beautiful condition, but can command premium prices due to the low mintage. 

 

History of the 1929-D Standing Liberty Quarter

The 1929-D Standing Liberty Quarter is a valuable coin that is worth the effort to find with a sharp strike and attractive details. 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.

 

1929-D Standing Liberty Quarter Value

The 1929-D Standing Liberty Quarter value ranges from around $6,000 to $29,000 for some of the highest Mint State and Full Head versions available on the market today. The 1929-D Standing Liberty Quarter would make a great addition to any Standing Liberty Quarter series collection. The Standing Liberty Quarter series is a popular one among collectors due to the lower mintages, the attractive designs, and the controversial history of the designs with the “naked” Lady Liberty in the first two years.

 

Type of coin: Quarter

Year: 1929-D Standing Liberty Quarter

Standing Liberty Quarter Mint Mark: Denver

Total mintage: 1,358,000

Metal content: 90% Silver, 10% Copper

Face value: 25 cents

Weight: 6.30 grams

Edge: Reeded

Designer: Herman A. MacNeil

Diameter: 24.30 millimeters