1945 Washington Quarter — PCGS MS65
This is a 1945 Washington Quarter struck at the Philadelphia Mint, certified by the Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) in MS65 (Gem Uncirculated) condition. The PCGS number for this issue is 5827.
The MS65 Designation
An MS65 grade signifies a coin in Gem Uncirculated condition, characterized by strong mint luster and only minor contact marks or blemishes, with an above-average strike for the issue. This is a "Gem" grade that represents a significant step up in quality and collectibility for this issue.
Historical Context & Mintage
The 1945 Philadelphia Mint quarter has a total mintage of 74,372,000 pieces. According to PCGS expert David Hall, this is the fifth lowest mintage among Philadelphia Mint Washington quarters from 1932 to 1964, surpassed only by the 1932, 1938, 1949, and 1958 issues. It is considered "a little bit tougher to find in Gem MS65 condition" compared to other Philadelphia Mint quarters of the 1940s era, and significantly tougher to find in Superb Gem MS66 condition.
Specifications
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| PCGS # | 5827 |
| Year | 1945 |
| Mint | Philadelphia (no mint mark) |
| Denomination | 25 Cents (Quarter Dollar) |
| Grade | MS65 |
| Designer | John Flanagan |
| Composition | 90% Silver, 10% Copper |
| Weight | 6.30 grams |
| Diameter | 24.30 millimeters |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Date, Mintmark | 1945 |
| Denomination | 25C |
| Population |
1064
|
| Pop Higher |
619
|
| Region | The United States of America |
| Mintage | 74,372,000 |
| Holder Type | Standard |
