1974-P (Philadelphia) Washington Quarters

Coin / United States of America / 1974 / Philadelphia / Washington Quarters / 25¢ (Twenty Five Cents, Quarter)

The coin in question is a 1974 Washington Quarter, minted at the Philadelphia Mint, identified by the mint mark "P." As part of the Washington Quarters series, this coin features George Washington's profile on the obverse side, symbolizing the first President of the United States. With a denomination of 25 cents (or twenty-five cents), this quarter is made of a copper-nickel clad composition, giving it notable durability and a distinctive appearance. It has a diameter of 24.3 millimeters and a weight of 5.67 grams, standard for quarters produced during this era. The 1974 Washington Quarter holds a significant mintage of 801,456,000 coins, indicating that it was widely circulated at the time of its release. Due to its high mintage, this coin is generally not considered rare or particularly valuable in common circulated condition. However, depending on its condition—graded using a standardized scale from Good (G) to Mint State (MS)—the value may vary. In well-preserved or uncirculated condition, collectors could find interest in such a coin, while typical circulated examples have relatively low collector demand. In summary, this 1974 Philadelphia-minted Washington Quarter is a representative piece of American currency, reflecting the era's production and design standards, and serves as a collectible item for numismatists and history enthusiasts alike.