From Silver to Clad: The Story of the 1965 Quarter's Value

This is an article about the value of 1965 quarter coins.

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It discusses the switch from silver to clad coinage in the United States.

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In 1965, the U.S. Mint stopped making quarters out of 90% silver.

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This change was made because the silver value of the coins was higher than their face value.

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Before 1965, quarters were made out of 90% silver.

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Clad quarters are made out of copper and nickel.

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Silver quarters can be identified by their weight, color, and sound.

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Circulated silver quarters are worth around $3.50. Uncirculated silver quarters can be worth more.

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