1938 Washington Silver Quarter About Uncirculated 100328 Inventory A
Up for sale is a classic and scarce 1938 Washington Silver Quarter (Stock #100328), categorized under our Inventory A in About Uncirculated (AU) condition. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint during the Great Depression, this iconic John Flanagan masterpiece features our first president, George Washington, on the obverse and a majestic bald eagle with outstretched wings perched on a bundle of arrows on the reverse. Containing 90% silver, finding this vintage early-date issue in choice About Uncirculated condition with light friction on the highest points, strong remaining mint luster, and crisp overall details is a wonderful prize for any advanced numismatist or specialist building a high-grade silver quarter collection.
Item Specifics & Highlights:
Date/Mint: 1938 (Philadelphia Mint - Depression Era Issue)
Coin Type: Washington Silver Quarter
Stock Number: 100328
Inventory Code: Inventory A
Grade Categorization: About Uncirculated (AU)
Composition: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Condition Note:
This coin is categorized as About Uncirculated (AU), displaying light friction on the highest points of the design along with strong remaining detail and eye appeal for this vintage Philadelphia Mint issue. Please examine the high-resolution photos provided to judge the exact condition for yourself.
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