A 2019-W San Antonio Missions quarter graded MS69 sold for $75,000 — pocket change transformed into one of the most valuable modern quarters ever recorded. Most 2019-P and 2019-D quarters are still worth just 25 cents, but the rare 2019-W West Point issues (only 2 million per design) command $7 to $9,900+ depending on grade and design.
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The 2019 America the Beautiful quarter series produced a range of documented mint errors that command significant premiums over face value. Because these coins were struck in high volumes at multiple facilities, die failures, planchet defects, and mechanical misfires have emerged across all five designs and all four mint marks. Each variety card below covers what the error is, how to identify it, and what certified examples have sold for.
A doubled die obverse occurs when the hub — the master die used to create working dies — impresses design elements into the die at two slightly different angles during the hubbing process. The resulting die then strikes every coin with that misalignment baked in, producing raised, rounded doubling on devices and lettering that appears identically on every coin from that die.
On 2019 quarters, doubling manifests most clearly on the words "LIBERTY," "IN GOD WE TRUST," and "QUARTER DOLLAR." True hub doubling produces distinctly separate, raised, rounded extra images — not the flat, shelf-like shadow of worthless mechanical doubling. A 10x loupe under angled light distinguishes the two clearly.
The record-holder is a 2019-P American Memorial Park quarter featuring a DDO variety, graded by NGC and recognized as a discovery coin for that error type — it sold for $50,000. Even more modest DDO specimens on other 2019 designs command hundreds to thousands when authenticated by PCGS or NGC.
A struck-through error occurs when a foreign object — fabric fibers, metal shavings, die grease, or other debris — falls between the die and the planchet during striking. The object blocks part of the design from transferring to the coin, leaving a flat, debris-impressed depression where the design should appear. Unlike post-mint damage, struck-through areas have sharp, defined edges and show no raised metal displacement.
The most visually dramatic example from the 2019 series is the 2019-W Lowell quarter displaying a struck-through pattern across Washington's portrait that resembles "angel wings" — the debris created two symmetrical impressions flanking the portrait. A specimen showing this dramatic feature sold for approximately $1,500 at auction.
More subtle struck-through errors also appear on 2019 American Memorial Park quarters near the date area, where debris obliterated portions of the design. A modest example from this design sold for $85. Values increase sharply with the visual drama of the blockage and compound further when the error appears on a W-mint coin due to the underlying rarity premium.
America the Beautiful quarters are struck on copper-nickel clad planchets — a pure copper core with bonded outer layers of 75% copper / 25% nickel alloy that give the coin its silver-gray appearance. A missing clad layer error occurs during planchet preparation at the rolling mill, when inadequate bonding or contamination causes the outer nickel-alloy layer to fail to adhere to one face of the planchet strip.
The affected side of the coin appears orange or reddish-brown rather than the expected silver-gray — the exposed copper core is unmistakable even to the naked eye. A missing clad layer is a planchet-preparation error, not a die error, meaning it affects individual planchets rather than entire die runs. The error may cover a portion or the entire face of the coin.
One uncirculated 2019 San Antonio Missions quarter with extensive missing clad on the obverse sold for approximately $1,500. The error also appears on 2019 War in the Pacific quarters, typically along the bottom edge near "E PLURIBUS UNUM." Visual contrast and extent of coverage are the primary value drivers; coins with near-complete clad absence command the highest premiums from error specialists.
Off-center strike errors occur when a planchet is incorrectly fed into the striking chamber and only partially aligns with the dies during the strike. The result is a coin where the design appears shifted toward one side, with a blank crescent of unstruck metal showing on the opposite edge. The percentage of offset — how far the design has shifted — directly correlates with collector value.
A 2019 San Antonio Missions quarter with a noticeable off-center strike shows the quadrant cross design shifted toward the left, leaving disproportionate blank space on the right edge. Values escalate significantly when the date remains fully visible despite the offset — without a legible date, the coin loses much of its numismatic appeal to date-specific collectors.
Minor off-center strikes of 5–15% on P or D quarters fetch $25–$50. Significant offsets of 25–50% with full date visibility reach $100–$300. A dramatic 50%+ off-center strike on a 2019-W coin would represent an extraordinary combined rarity commanding potentially $5,000 or more, as no such specimen has yet been publicly documented and authenticated at that combination.
Die chip errors occur when a small fragment breaks away from the working die face, creating a tiny depression in the die surface at the break point. Every coin subsequently struck by that damaged die carries a corresponding raised bump — a miniature blob of metal — at the identical location. Unlike post-mint damage, die chips are mint-made and appear consistently across all coins from that die, making them verifiable and collectible.
Die chip errors are well-documented on 2019 Frank Church River of No Return quarters, appearing as small raised irregularities near the rim or within the design field. A cud — a more severe form of die break where the break encompasses the rim — produces a larger, more dramatic raised blob that extends from the design into the edge area, and commands significantly higher premiums than a minor chip.
Minor die chips on P or D mint Frank Church quarters typically trade for $5–$10 depending on condition, representing accessible entry-level 2019 errors. Major cuds — large raised areas encompassing the rim — on any 2019 design can reach $50–$150. A major cud on a 2019-W quarter would be a significant discovery, as the combination of extreme rarity and die failure would multiply both error and W-mint premiums together.
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Get My Error Estimate →The table below summarizes current market values across all major 2019 quarter varieties and condition tiers. For a full step-by-step illustrated 2019 quarter identification walkthrough and grade reference, including photo comparisons at each grade level, see that detailed guide. The West Point "W" row is highlighted in gold — it is the signature variety of the series. The American Memorial DDO row is highlighted in red as the rarest documented variety.
| Variety | Circulated (G–AU) | MS-63 | MS-65 | MS-67 | MS-68+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-P (any design) | $0.25–$0.40 | $1–$2 | $2–$8 | $10–$20 | $25–$40 |
| 2019-D (any design) | $0.25–$0.40 | $1–$2.50 | $2–$8 | $12–$20 | $20–$35 |
| 2019-S Uncirculated | N/A | $3 | $5–$10 | $12–$100 | $30–$150+ |
| 2019-S Clad Proof (DCAM) | N/A | N/A | N/A | $8–$12 | $27–$40 |
| 2019-S Silver Proof (DCAM) | N/A | N/A | N/A | $15–$25 | $30–$64 |
| ⭐ 2019-W (any design) — West Point | $7–$30 | $22–$60 | $27–$75 | $50–$500 | $135–$9,900+ |
| ⭐ 2019-W Frank Church (MS-67 premium) | $20–$30 | $30 | $44–$46 | $500+ | $600+ |
| 🔴 2019-P Amer. Memorial DDO (discovery) | Rare | Rare | Rare | Rare | $50,000 record |
| 🔴 Missing Clad Layer (any design) | $200+ | $300–$600 | $500–$900 | $800–$1,500 | $1,500+ |
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| Design | Philadelphia (P) | Denver (D) | West Point (W) | S Unc. | S Clad Proof | S Silver Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lowell NHP (MA) | 165,800,000 | 182,200,000 | 2,000,000 | 909,080 | 780,732 | 539,510 |
| American Memorial Park (CNMI) | 142,800,000 | 182,600,000 | 2,000,000 | 904,880 | 712,674 | 539,510 |
| War in the Pacific (GU) | 116,600,000 | 114,400,000 | 2,000,000 | 924,380 | 712,768 | 539,510 |
| San Antonio Missions (TX) | 142,800,000 | 129,400,000 | 2,000,000 | 931,580 | 712,743 | 539,510 |
| Frank Church Wilderness (ID) | 223,400,000 | 251,600,000 | 2,000,000 | 901,920 | 730,874 | 539,510 |
| Total | 791,400,000 | 860,200,000 | 10,000,000 | ~4,571,860 | ~3,629,791 | 2,697,550 |
Condition is the single biggest value variable for 2019-W quarters — one grade point at MS-67/68 boundary can mean the difference between $50 and $500+. Here's how professionals assess each tier.
Washington's cheekbone is flat with no detail; hair above the ear is merged into a smooth area. The highest relief points on the reverse design are similarly flat. P/D values: $0.25 (face value). W-mint: $7–$20.
Slight friction is visible on Washington's cheek and the high design points, but some original luster remains in the protected areas. Hair curls above the ear show partial detail. P/D values: $1–$3. W-mint: $9–$25.
No wear from circulation — full luster present. Contact marks from bag handling are visible but not in prime focal areas (cheek, open fields). Cartwheel luster visible when tilted. P/D: $1–$8. W-mint: $22–$75.
Virtually no contact marks in any focal area. Washington's cheekbone is pristine; open fields show no hairlines. MS-68 is the critical threshold for exponential W-mint value jumps. W-mint MS-67: $50–$500. MS-68+: $135–$9,900.
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Different selling venues suit different value levels. A $0.40 P-mint MS-63 belongs in a coin folder; a $9,900 W-mint MS-68 belongs at auction. Match the venue to the coin's value.
Best for 2019-W quarters grading MS-67 or higher, and any authenticated error coin worth $500+. Heritage reaches the broadest pool of serious collectors willing to pay full market value for exceptional specimens. The competitive bidding environment typically produces stronger results than fixed-price sales for top-grade material. Their numismatic specialists can advise on pre-sale estimates.
Excellent for mid-range 2019-W quarters (MS-65 to MS-67) and documented error coins in the $50–$500 range. The 2019-W Lowell MS-68 that realized $9,900 sold on eBay in March 2023 — proving serious buyers actively search the platform. Check recently sold prices for 2019 quarter listings and completed auction results before setting your asking price, as the market shifts frequently.
Convenient for quick sales of circulated 2019-W quarters ($7–$25 range) or for getting a free preliminary opinion on condition before deciding whether to submit for professional grading. Dealers buy at wholesale (typically 60–80% of retail), so you'll receive less than auction prices — but the sale is instant with no listing fees, shipping risk, or waiting. Bring multiple W-mint examples if you have them; dealers often pay a small premium for quantity.
A growing community marketplace for collector-to-collector sales that eliminates dealer margins. Well-suited for raw (uncertified) 2019-W quarters in the $15–$100 range where grading costs would eat into profits. Post clear photos with both sides visible. The community is knowledgeable and will quickly identify misrepresented grades, so honest description is essential. Transactions are typically through PayPal Goods & Services for buyer protection.
PCGS or NGC certification costs roughly $25–$50 for standard service and is strongly recommended for every 2019-W quarter regardless of grade. A certified coin sells faster, sells for more, and is protected against counterfeiting claims. The $75,000 record-holder was certified; so was the $9,900 MS-68 Lowell. For any W-mint quarter that appears to grade MS-65 or higher, the grading investment is almost always recovered in the price premium a slab commands over a raw coin.
Most 2019-P and 2019-D quarters from circulation are worth face value — $0.25 — unless they grade MS-67 or higher, where values reach $20–$40. The 2019-W West Point quarters are the key dates, worth $7–$25 circulated and $25–$9,900 in high uncirculated grades. S-mint proofs trade for $4–$326 depending on finish and grade.
The most valuable 2019 quarter is the 2019-W San Antonio Missions MS69, which sold for $75,000 in July 2021 on eBay as the "solo finest known" example. The second-highest price is $50,000 for a 2019-P American Memorial Park quarter featuring a doubled die variety, graded by NGC as a discovery coin for that error type.
Look for the "W" mint mark on the obverse (heads side) of the coin, located to the right of Washington's ponytail, below "IN GOD WE TRUST." The W mint mark appears on all five 2019 America the Beautiful designs. The coin is otherwise visually identical to regular P or D quarters, so the mint mark location is the only reliable identifier. Use a 10x loupe for certainty.
The West Point Mint struck exactly 2,000,000 of each of the five 2019 America the Beautiful designs, totaling 10 million 2019-W quarters across all designs. These were deliberately mixed into standard coin bags with Philadelphia and Denver quarters and released into circulation as part of the U.S. Mint's "Great American Coin Hunt" to encourage public interest in coin collecting.
The 2019-W Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness quarter commands the highest values at the MS-67 grade level, reaching approximately $500. This reflects its status as the series-concluding 50th America the Beautiful design and relative scarcity in gem condition compared to the other four 2019 designs. The 2019-W American Memorial Park is close behind at MS-67.
Documented 2019 quarter errors include: Doubled Die Obverse (DDO) — most notably a $50,000 example on the American Memorial Park quarter; struck-through errors including a dramatic "angel wing" struck-through on 2019-W Lowell worth around $1,500; missing clad layer errors showing exposed copper core worth up to $1,500; off-center strikes; and die chip errors on Frank Church quarters worth $5–$10.
Yes — any 2019-W quarter is worth grading at PCGS or NGC. Standard service costs roughly $25–$50, and even a circulated W-mint quarter is worth $7–$25 raw, meaning grading costs are justified. In high grades (MS-68+), the difference between a raw and certified coin can be hundreds of dollars. Grading also provides counterfeit protection and significantly improves resale value on all platforms.
The five 2019 America the Beautiful quarter designs are: (1) Lowell National Historical Park — Massachusetts, depicting a mill girl at a power loom; (2) American Memorial Park — Northern Mariana Islands, showing a Chamorro woman at a war memorial; (3) War in the Pacific — Guam, depicting U.S. forces landing at Asan Bay; (4) San Antonio Missions — Texas, featuring a Spanish Colonial-inspired quadrant design; and (5) Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness — Idaho, with a drift boat on the Salmon River.
The mint mark on all 2019 quarters is on the obverse (heads side), to the right of Washington's ponytail, directly below the "IN GOD WE TRUST" motto. All four mints — Philadelphia (P), Denver (D), San Francisco (S), and West Point (W) — placed their mint marks in this same location. The "W" mint mark debuted in this position on circulating quarters in 2019, the first new circulating mint mark in over a century.
Yes — 2019-S silver proof quarters are worth $15–$326 depending on grade and finish. Each contains 90% fine silver with an intrinsic melt value around $10–$11. Deep Cameo (DCAM) examples graded PR-69 trade for $17–$25, while PR-70 DCAM specimens reach $30–$64 depending on the design. The Frank Church River of No Return Silver Proof commands the highest DCAM premiums among the five 2019 designs.
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