Standing Liberty Quarter Melt Value Today
Current melt value: $11.85 per coin
Last updated: 8/11/2026, 4:51:42 AM · Live data
Standing Liberty Quarter Melt Value Calculator
Prices last updated: 8/11/2026, 4:51:42 AM
Dealers typically pay 80–95% of melt for common silver coins.
| Standing Liberty Quarter Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Years Minted | 1916–1930 |
| Composition | 90% Silver, 10% Copper |
| Fineness | 0.9 |
| Total Weight | 6.25 g |
| ASW (Silver Content) | 5.625 g (0.1808 ozt) |
| Face Value | $0.25 |
| Current Melt Value | $11.85 |
How to Identify the Silver Version
All Standing Liberty Quarters are 90% silver. The edge is reeded. The obverse shows Liberty standing in a gateway — distinct from the Washington profile. Look for the mintmark on the obverse, left of the date: "D" for Denver, "S" for San Francisco, no mintmark for Philadelphia.
Key Dates — Do Not Sell for Melt
1916, 1916-D (Type 1, key dates). 1918-S, 1921 (low mintage). The 1916 and 1916-D Type 1 are worth far more than melt. Do not sell these for silver content without appraisal.
About the Standing Liberty Quarter
The Standing Liberty Quarter was minted from 1916 to 1930, designed by Hermon A. MacNeil. The obverse features Liberty standing in a gateway, holding a shield and an olive branch. The reverse shows an eagle in flight. The design was revolutionary for its time — Liberty is depicted in motion, not as a static seated figure.
Each Standing Liberty Quarter contains 0.1808 troy ounces of pure silver — the same as the Washington Quarter that replaced it. The total weight is 6.25 grams at 90% silver. The melt value is the silver content multiplied by the current spot price, shown in the spec table above.
The series has two major types. Type 1 (1916–1917) shows Liberty with a bare breast, which was controversial and quickly changed. Type 2 (1917–1930) added chain mail to Liberty's chest. Type 1 coins, especially the 1916 and 1916-D, are the key dates of the series.
A well-known issue with Standing Liberty Quarters is the "date weakness" — the date was struck in high relief and wore off quickly in circulation. Many surviving examples have worn or missing dates. Coins with a fully visible date carry a premium. The series was replaced by the Washington Quarter in 1932.
Standing Liberty Quarter FAQ
What is the melt value of a Standing Liberty Quarter?
The melt value is 0.1808 troy ounces of silver multiplied by the current spot price. Use the calculator on this page for the exact value.
Are all Standing Liberty Quarters silver?
Yes. Every Standing Liberty Quarter minted from 1916 to 1930 is 90% silver. The series ended in 1930, well before the 1965 switch to clad coinage.
Why is the date worn off my Standing Liberty Quarter?
The date was struck in high relief and wore off quickly in circulation. This is a common issue with the series. Coins with a fully visible date carry a premium over those with worn or missing dates.
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