Bicentennial
1776-1976 bicentennial quarter value
Most 1776-1976 bicentennial quarters are worth face value: the Mint made over 1.6 billion of them for circulation. The ones worth more are the 40% silver versions from San Francisco (S mint mark), worth at least $3.88 in silver plus a collector premium, and coins in very high grades or with genuine errors.
Why so many were made
For the nation's 200th birthday, the Mint struck quarters with the drummer boy reverse and the double date 1776-1976 during both 1975 and 1976. There are no 1975-dated quarters.
How to tell if yours is silver
- Mint mark. On these quarters it is on the front, to the right of Washington's ponytail. Only S coins can be silver.
- Edge. Silver-clad coins show a thin, silver-colored edge. Regular clad quarters show a clear copper stripe.
- Finish. Silver coins came in collector sets, so most are uncirculated or proof (mirror-like).
What bicentennial quarters sell for
| Bicentennial quarter | Listings | Median ask | Middle half |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raw (not graded) | 133 | $4.99 | $2.49 to $13.22 |
| Graded (PCGS, NGC, ANACS, ICG) | 13 | $22.99 | $15.13 to $37.20 |
Active fixed-price eBay listings in US Coins, titles matched to this coin, lots and replicas removed, checked November 11, 2026. These are asking prices, not sales, and many listings are hopeful or mislabeled.
The median raw ask of $4.99 on November 11, 2026 is mostly hopeful pricing on ordinary clad coins. Clad coins from circulation are worth 25 cents. Values climb only for silver coins, and for top grades: certified MS68 and higher examples have sold for hundreds of dollars, and the very finest for much more.
Errors worth checking
Off-center strikes, doubled dies and coins struck on the wrong blank exist, and they can carry real premiums. Scratches, worn spots and "missing" details from wear don't count.
Questions
How much is a 1776-1976 quarter worth?
A circulated clad bicentennial quarter is worth 25 cents. 40% silver S-mint coins are worth their silver plus a premium, and very high grades or genuine errors are worth more.
Which bicentennial quarter is silver?
Only coins with an S mint mark that were sold in silver collector sets. Check for no copper stripe on the edge.
Is a 1776-1976 D quarter rare?
No. Denver made over 860 million. It's worth face value unless it's in very high grade or has an error.