In 1965 the U.S. Mint switched from 90% silver to copper-nickel clad quarters. A small number of 1965 quarters were accidentally struck on leftover 1964 silver planchets. Authenticated 1965 silver quarters have sold for $7,000 or more.
Weigh it. A normal 1965 clad quarter weighs 5.67 grams. A silver 1965 quarter weighs 6.25 grams — about 10% more. The edge is also key: clad quarters show a copper stripe; silver quarters show solid silver edges.
Fewer than 20 authenticated 1965 silver quarters are known to exist. They were struck on leftover 1964 silver planchets that had not been removed from the production hoppers.
Authenticated examples have sold for $7,000 to $12,000. Even a circulated example commands a strong premium. Authentication by PCGS or NGC is essential.
Weigh it. Silver weighs 6.25g, clad weighs 5.67g. Also check the edge — silver shows solid silver, clad shows a copper stripe.
Fewer than 20 authenticated examples are known.
Authenticated examples have sold for $7,000 to $12,000.
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