Price Guide for 1936 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: $10.00 – $28.00Uncirculated: $1.25 – $9,000.00
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eBayCirculated: $8.78 – $225.00Uncirculated: $1.30 – $1,125.05
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $8.00 – $30.00Uncirculated: $32.00 – $25,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $8.00 – $960.00Uncirculated: $270.00 – $17,250.00
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eBayCirculated: $15.95 – $590.00Uncirculated: $210.50 – $6,100.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $12.00 – $550.00Uncirculated: $625.00 – $7,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $13.00 – $90.00Uncirculated: $62.00 – $31,200.00
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eBayCirculated: $4.99 – $97.00Uncirculated: $49.95 – $2,133.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $9.00 – $92.00Uncirculated: $100.00 – $26,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $316.00 – $329.00Uncirculated: $325.00 – $10,925.00
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eBayCirculated: $137.50Uncirculated: $29.99 – $8,400.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $210.00 – $500.00Uncirculated: $525.00 – $40,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $16.00 – $312.00Uncirculated: $200.00 – $6,600.00
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eBayCirculated: $54.00 – $428.88Uncirculated: $1,031.00 – $1,511.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $18.00 – $600.00Uncirculated: $825.00 – $3,500.00
Design and Specifications of the 1936 Quarter
The 1936 Standing Liberty Quarter was part of the series that began in 1916 and continued until 1930. This coin represents one of the last years of production for this iconic design, which was replaced by the Washington Quarter in 1932. The Standing Liberty Quarter was briefly revived in 1936 and 1937 before being permanently discontinued.
| Weight | 6.25 grams |
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| Diameter | 24.3 mm |
| Mint Marks | D, S (Denver and San Francisco) |
| 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 1936 Standing Liberty Quarters. These coins often suffered from weak strikes, particularly on Liberty’s head and the central shield. Well-struck examples with full head details command significant premiums.
Coins in Mint State grades, especially MS65 and above, are considerably scarce and valuable. The presence of original luster and minimal contact marks greatly enhances desirability among collectors.
Mintage: 3,837,600
Rarity Scale: Uncommon
Circulation Status: Moderate Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Scarce in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, popular as one of the last years of the series
Mintage: 5,374,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Scarce in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, slightly less than Philadelphia mint
Mintage: 3,828,000
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 in higher grades
Date visibility is an important factor for Standing Liberty Quarters. Many circulated examples have worn dates, making those with clear dates more desirable. Attractive natural toning can also increase value, particularly for high-grade specimens.
As one of the last years of the series, 1936 quarters hold special interest for collectors attempting to complete date sets. The historical significance of being among the final issues before the transition to Washington Quarters adds to their appeal.
