Price Guide for 1892 Quarter Variants
This guide presents price ranges for variants from three sources: eBay sales, third-party auctions, and PCGS guides. Values are shown for various conditions, allowing collectors to compare across different market segments. Price estimates may vary between sources, especially for rarer variants.
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $16.00 – $403.00Uncirculated: $3.50 – $35,250.00
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eBayCirculated: $5.50 – $510.00Uncirculated: $110.00 – $1,750.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $12.00 – $315.00Uncirculated: $350.00 – $57,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $3.00 – $998.75Uncirculated: $3.05 – $22,425.00
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eBayCirculated: $8.58 – $379.00Uncirculated: $179.00 – $3,768.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $15.00 – $465.00Uncirculated: $500.00 – $21,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $31.00 – $1,208.00Uncirculated: $9.50 – $35,250.00
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eBayCirculated: $19.50 – $695.00Uncirculated: $374.50 – $2,500.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $22.00 – $850.00Uncirculated: $925.00 – $50,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $259.00 – $920.00Uncirculated: $2.50 – $20,700.00
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eBayCirculated: $225.00 – $399.95Uncirculated: $410.00 – $2,376.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $330.00 – $410.00Uncirculated: $500.00 – $21,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $900.00 – $9,600.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $264.00Uncirculated: $336.00 – $552.00
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eBayUncirculated: $375.00 – $593.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $185.00 – $350.00Uncirculated: $525.00 – $1,450.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $322.00
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eBayCirculated: $91.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $925.00 – $1,050.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $240.00 – $360.00Uncirculated: $228.00 – $1,762.50
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eBayCirculated: $202.50Uncirculated: $322.09 – $899.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $215.00 – $415.00Uncirculated: $435.00 – $1,050.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $144.00 – $499.38Uncirculated: $253.00 – $960.00
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eBayCirculated: $78.00Uncirculated: $579.95 – $4,749.99
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $125.00 – $515.00Uncirculated: $575.00 – $5,750.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $408.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $504.00
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eBayCirculated: $391.59
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $400.00 – $480.00Uncirculated: $725.00 – $950.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $840.00Uncirculated: $1,362.00 – $1,440.00
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eBayCirculated: $225.50
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $700.00 – $900.00Uncirculated: $1,000.00 – $2,750.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $391.00 – $37,600.00
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eBayUncirculated: $568.33 – $1,860.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $575.00 – $42,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $1,035.00 – $46,000.00
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eBayUncirculated: $879.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $625.00 – $80,000.00
Design and Specifications of the 1892 Quarter
The 1892 Quarter marks the first year of the Barber Quarter series, which replaced the long-running Seated Liberty design. This new design, created by Chief Engraver Charles E. Barber, was part of a broader redesign of American silver coinage that included the dime and half dollar.
The introduction of the Barber Quarter coincided with a period of economic uncertainty in the United States, making it a significant numismatic artifact of the late 19th century. Its debut year status adds to its historical importance and collector appeal.
| Weight | 6.25 grams |
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| Diameter | 24.3 mm |
| Mint Marks | Philadelphia (no mint mark), New Orleans (O), San Francisco (S) |
| Composition | 90% silver, 10% copper |
| Obverse Design | Liberty Head (Barber), designed by Charles E. Barber |
| Reverse Design | Heraldic Eagle, designed by Charles E. Barber |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
The condition of 1892 Barber Quarters significantly impacts their value. As the first year of issue, many were saved as souvenirs, but high-grade examples remain scarce. Coins in Mint State (MS) condition are highly sought after, with premiums increasing dramatically for grades MS65 and above.
Strike quality is particularly important for Barber Quarters. Well-struck coins with full head details on Liberty and sharp eagle feathers on the reverse command higher premiums. Original luster and minimal contact marks also greatly enhance value.
Mintage: 8,236,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Scarce in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, higher for well-preserved specimens
Mintage: 2,640,000
Rarity Scale: Uncommon
Circulation Status: Moderate Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate to High, especially for high-grade examples
Mintage: 964,079
Rarity Scale: Scarce
Circulation Status: Limited Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Very rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: High, particularly for well-preserved specimens
Toning can significantly affect the value of 1892 Barber Quarters. Coins with attractive, natural toning – especially those with rainbow colors – can command substantial premiums over untoned examples.
The San Francisco mint coins are particularly valuable due to their lower mintage and generally lower survival rate in high grades. Collectors often seek complete sets of all three mint marks from this first year of issue, increasing demand for the scarcer San Francisco and New Orleans mint coins.
As the first year of a new design, 1892 Quarters hold special appeal for type set collectors, potentially driving up demand and values for high-grade examples.
