1936-D Washington Quarter

The 1936-D Washington Quarter had a lower mintage of just over 5.3 million coins from the Denver Mint, although this was actually a somewhat higher mintage from this branch. Although there were many coins struck, it is believed that not a lot were saved from this year from the Denver Mint making the coin a little more valuable and expensive. The 1936-D is a Washington Quarter key date that is popular and rare in higher Mint State grades.

History of the 1936-D Washington Quarter

The 1936-D Washington Quarter is a sought after coin in the silver Washington Quarter series. In Gem condition, it was once believed to be the third rarest coin in the series, but as time went on many more of them were documented. This important coin often has an outstanding luster and a sharp strike. Many sliders, coins that briefly entered circulation, exist on the market, so cherrypicking is advised and ensures that you are purchasing the coin from a reputable source. The 1936-D Washington Quarter was designed by John Flanagan and commemorates first president George Washington’s 200th anniversary of his birthday.