Price Guide for 1918 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: $18.00 – $449.00Uncirculated: $7.25 – $18,975.00
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eBayCirculated: $13.50 – $599.00Uncirculated: $129.99 – $634.95
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $22.00 – $225.00Uncirculated: $250.00 – $22,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $15.00 – $480.00Uncirculated: $7.90 – $31,900.00
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eBayCirculated: $7.01 – $349.00Uncirculated: $113.59 – $2,000.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $22.00 – $375.00Uncirculated: $400.00 – $11,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $80.00 – $21,850.00Uncirculated: $6,270.00 – $109,250.00
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eBayCirculated: $999.00 – $10,000.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $750.00 – $20,000.00Uncirculated: $22,500.00 – $200,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $26.00 – $960.00Uncirculated: $10.00 – $13,200.00
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eBayCirculated: $14.90 – $750.00Uncirculated: $230.00 – $3,450.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $25.00 – $325.00Uncirculated: $350.00 – $17,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $67.00 – $390.00Uncirculated: $11.00 – $58,750.00
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eBayCirculated: $97.50 – $575.00Uncirculated: $222.00 – $4,250.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $125.00 – $350.00Uncirculated: $400.00 – $60,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $184.00 – $595.73Uncirculated: $16.00 – $49,200.00
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eBayCirculated: $148.99 – $462.77Uncirculated: $104.99 – $3,980.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $300.00 – $475.00Uncirculated: $500.00 – $60,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $225.00 – $1,150.00Uncirculated: $15.00 – $58,750.00
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eBayCirculated: $275.00 – $900.00Uncirculated: $1,176.00 – $7,500.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $200.00 – $1,000.00Uncirculated: $1,250.00 – $65,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $6,900.00 – $33,350.00Uncirculated: $7,763.00 – $336,000.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $20,000.00 – $35,000.00Uncirculated: $40,000.00 – $375,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $1,140.00 – $19,200.00Uncirculated: $8,400.00 – $38,400.00
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eBayCirculated: $3,350.00 – $4,400.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $750.00 – $17,500.00Uncirculated: $20,000.00 – $125,000.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $39,950.00 – $82,405.10
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $20,000.00 – $32,500.00Uncirculated: $40,000.00 – $350,000.00
Design and Specifications of the 1918 Quarter
The 1918 Standing Liberty Quarter was part of the coin series that began in 1916, replacing the Barber Quarter. This year saw the continuation of the Type 2 design, which had been introduced in 1917 to address concerns about the original design’s wear issues. The obverse featured Liberty holding a shield and olive branch, while the reverse depicted an eagle in flight.
The year 1918 was significant as it marked the final year of World War I, which had a substantial impact on coin production and circulation during this period.
| Weight | 6.25 grams |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 24.3 mm |
| Mint Marks | D, S (Denver and San Francisco); No mint mark for Philadelphia |
| Composition | 90% silver, 10% copper |
| Obverse Design | Standing Liberty, designed by Hermon A. MacNeil |
| Reverse Design | Eagle in flight, designed by Hermon A. MacNeil |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
Condition plays a crucial role in the value of 1918 Standing Liberty Quarters. Due to the coin’s design, the date and Liberty’s head were prone to wear, making well-preserved examples particularly desirable. Coins in Mint State condition, especially MS65 and above, are scarce and command significant premiums.
The quality of the strike is also important, as many 1918 quarters were weakly struck, particularly on Liberty’s head and the eagle’s breast feathers. Strong, full strikes are highly prized by collectors.
Mintage: 31,740,000
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: 7,412,000
Rarity Scale: Uncommon
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate to High, especially for high-grade examples
Mintage: 11,072,000
Rarity Scale: Uncommon
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate to High, especially for high-grade examples
Luster and toning can significantly affect the value of 1918 quarters. Coins with original mint luster are highly desirable, while attractive, natural toning can also increase value.
The Full Head designation is an important factor for Standing Liberty Quarters. Coins with complete detail on Liberty’s head are scarcer and more valuable, especially for the 1918-D and 1918-S issues.
While not as rare as some other years in the series, high-grade 1918 quarters are becoming increasingly scarce as more collectors seek top-quality examples for their collections, potentially driving up future values.
