1963 Washington Quarter Obverse Appraisal

1963 Washington Quarter (Obverse)

The item is the obverse (front) side of a 1963 United States Washington Quarter. The coin is circular, composed of a silver alloy which gives it a distinct metallic gray tone, displaying some areas of darker patina and surface discoloration, especially around the raised design elements and in the fields. The central motif features a left-facing bust of George Washington, characteristic of the Washington Quarter series designed by John Flanagan. Above Washington's head, curved along the upper edge of the coin, is the word "LIBERTY". To the left of Washington's neck, the motto "IN GOD WE TRUST" is inscribed. Below the bust, along the lower edge, the year "1963" is clearly visible. The coin exhibits moderate to heavy circulation wear, evident in the softened details of Washington's hair, facial features, and the slight smoothing of the lettering. There are visible scratches and scuffs across the surface, consistent with a coin that has been in circulation for a significant period. The rim appears mostly intact with some minor abrasions. There are no readily apparent mint marks visible in this image, which would typically be located on the reverse. The overall condition suggests a 'Good' to 'Very Good' grade by numismatic standards, indicating substantial wear but still clear identification. The craftsmanship is typical of U.S. Mint coinage of the mid-20th century. Based on the date, it hails from the pre-1965 era when U.S. quarters were made of 90% silver, giving it intrinsic melt value beyond its face value.