1964-D Washington Quarter PCGS MS64 FS-101 DDO — A Rare Variety of the Final 90% Silver Quarter
Unlock a remarkable piece of American numismatic history with this 1964-D Washington Quarter, certified by PCGS as MS64 with the coveted FS-101 DDO (Doubled Die Obverse) attribution. Not only is this coin a final-year issue struck in 90% silver, but it also features one of the most dramatic and collectible doubled die varieties in the entire Washington Quarter series.
Why This Coin Is Special:
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Grade & Eye Appeal: MS64 by PCGS, this coin boasts crisp details and lustrous surfaces, placing it in the top tier of survivors from over half a billion struck.
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Rare FS-101 Variety: The FS-101 designation signifies a strong doubled die obverse visible in the inscriptions "LIBERTY," "IN GOD WE TRUST," and the date. It's the most desirable doubled die for the 1964-D quarter and is cataloged in the Cherry Pickers' Guide.
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Historical Significance: 1964 was the final year the U.S. Mint struck quarters in 90% silver, making all high-grade examples historically significant. But only a tiny fraction feature this DDO error.
By the Numbers:
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Total 1964 Washington Quarter Mintage: Over 1.18 billion total quarters were struck in 1964 across all mints.
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1964-D Mintage Alone: The Denver Mint struck 704,135,528 quarters in 1964.
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Graded Population (PCGS):
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MS64 FS-101: As of today, 78 coins have received this grade.
- PCGS Coin Price Guide: $175
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Higher Grades: Only about 34 examples are graded MS65 or higher, making high-grade FS-101s extremely elusive.
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(Source: PCGS Pop Report)
What is FS-101 / DDO?
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DDO (Doubled Die Obverse): A mint error caused when the die used to strike the coin was improperly manufactured, leading to doubling of design elements.
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FS-101: This is the official Fivaz-Stanton (FS) number assigned to the most prominent DDO for the 1964-D quarter. Recognized by PCGS and NGC, it is among the most sought-after varieties in the Washington series.
Don’t miss the opportunity to own one of the most desirable silver Washington Quarter varieties!
