1963 Quarter Value
A worn 1963 quarter is worth about $10.83, the value of the silver in it.
Uncirculated ones bring $14–21, and a certified MS65 brings $25–40.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963-D | 135,288,184 | $10.83 | $14–21 | $25–40 |
| 1963 (no mint mark) | 74,316,000 | $10.83 | $14–21 | $25–40 |
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
There are no widely collected varieties for 1963 quarters. Condition and mint mark are what set the value.
Mintage
| Coin | Type | Mintage |
|---|---|---|
| 1963-D | For circulation | 135,288,184 |
| 1963 (no mint mark) | For circulation | 74,316,000 |
| 1963 (no mint mark) | Proof (collector) — silver | 3,075,645 |
Questions
Is a 1963 quarter silver?
Yes. Every 1963 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 1963 quarter is worth the most?
Among regular coins, the 1963-D is worth the most, about $25–40 in MS65.
Where is the mint mark on a 1963 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 1963 quarters on eBay.
Other coins from 1963: 1963 penny, 1963 half dollar, 1963 nickel.
More Washington quarters: all years and mintages.
Values checked October 7, 2026 against several public price guides and auction results. How values work.