1943 Quarter Value
A worn 1943 quarter is worth about $10.83, the value of the silver in it.
Uncirculated ones bring $17–25, and a certified MS65 brings $35–50.
Keep it or sell it for its silver. A coin dealer or bullion buyer will pay close to melt value.
Value by mint mark
| Coin | Made | Worn | Uncirculated | MS65 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1943-D | 16,095,600 | $10.83 | $20–35 | $45–65 |
| 1943 (no mint mark) | 99,700,000 | $10.83 | $17–25 | $35–50 |
| 1943-S | 21,700,000 | $10.83 | $25–45 | $65–90 |
Worn means a coin with normal wear from circulation. Uncirculated means no wear at all (MS60 to MS63). MS65 is a certified, near-flawless coin. Prices tied to silver update with the live silver price.
Find the mint mark
Back of the coin, below the wreath under the eagle. Philadelphia coins have no letter.
What it's made of
- 90% silver, 10% copper, 6.25 grams, 0.18084 troy oz of silver, worth $10.83 today
Varieties and errors to check
1943-S doubled die obverse
Look for: Strong doubling on IN GOD WE TRUST and LIBERTY, with some doubling on the hair ribbon and the date.
A famous doubled die; worn examples can sell for under $100, nicer ones for hundreds of dollars or more.
Typical value: $100–350
1943 doubled die obverse (Philadelphia)
Look for: Doubling on IN GOD WE TRUST and LIBERTY on a 1943 quarter with no mint mark.
A recognized doubled die separate from the better-known 1943-S.
Typical value: $1,000–3,000
Mintage
| Coin | Type | Mintage |
|---|---|---|
| 1943-D | For circulation | 16,095,600 |
| 1943 (no mint mark) | For circulation | 99,700,000 |
| 1943-S | For circulation | 21,700,000 |
Questions
Is a 1943 quarter silver?
Yes. Every 1943 quarter made for circulation contains 0.18084 troy ounces of silver. Its silver value moves with the silver price; the live figure is shown at the top of this page.
Which 1943 quarter is worth the most?
Among regular coins, the 1943-S is worth the most, about $65–90 in MS65. The 1943 doubled die obverse (Philadelphia) is the one to look for: typical examples sell for $1,000–3,000.
Where is the mint mark on a 1943 quarter?
Back of the coin, below the wreath under the eagle. Philadelphia coins have no letter.
Check real sales
Recent sold listings show what coins in your condition actually bring: see sold 1943 quarters on eBay.
Other coins from 1943: 1943 penny, 1943 half dollar, 1943 nickel, 1943 dime.
More Washington quarters: all years and mintages.
Values checked October 7, 2026 against several public price guides and auction results. How values work.