1940-D Washington Quarter
The 1940-D Washington Quarter had a total mintage of just over 2.7 million coins from the Denver Mint. The relatively lower mintage for this Denver minted coin makes it a semi-key date in the Washington Quarter series. It is possible to find a 1940-D silver Washington Quarter that is well-struck and has a very attractive luster. This coin is fairly affordable considering its non-monetary value to the collection, which makes it an accessible coin for those looking to grow their Washington Quarter collection.
History of the 1940-D Washington Quarter
The 1940-D Washington Quarter was designed by John Flanagan to commemorate the 200th anniversary of first president George Washington’s birthday. The design includes a portrait of George Washington on the obverse of the coin, and an American Bald Eagle with wings spread wide standing over a bundle of arrows and olive branches on the reverse. The majority of the 1940-D Washington Quarter coins in Mint State are well-struck and have a nice white and frosty luster. Cherrypicking is advised to find beautiful Gems on this date, and many are believed to be available.
1940-D Washington Quarter Value
The 1940-D Washington Quarter value reaches upwards of $5,500, which is very affordable for a high-quality, Mint State coin with a low mintage. Denver Mint Washington Quarters are valuable because they are typically well-struck and have an attractive luster in Mint State grades. As with many coins in the series, due diligence is necessary to find that ideal coin for your Washington Quarter series collection.
Type of coin: Quarter
Year: 1940-D Washington Quarter
Washington Quarter Mint Mark: Denver
Total mintage: 2,797,600
Metal content: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Face value: 25 cents
Weight: 6.30 grams
Edge: Reeded
Designer: John Flanagan
Diameter: 24.30 millimeters