Pre 1964 90% Silver Quarters

90% Silver Washington Quarters consist only of those struck by the United States Mint between 1932, when the coins were introduced, and 1964 when the last of the 90% silver content US circulation coins were struck. The Coinage Act of 1965 changed the metal composition of circulation coins in the country, removing all precious metals.

On the obverse of the 90% Silver Washington Quarter is a left-profile portrait of President George Washington. It was created by John Flanagan based upon a bust of the president created in 1786 by William Cousins. This image remains in use, modernized over the years, on the US Quarter and is the longest-running US circulation coin design.

The reverse side of the coin features the image of the American bald eagle, clutching the arrows of war and the olive branch of peace in its talons. Engravings of the nation of issue, the phrase “E Pluribus Unum,” and the face value are included on this side.