Quarter Album Appraisal

Washington Head Quarter Collection Coin Album (Starting 1960)

This item is a 'Washington Head Quarter Collection' coin album, specifically designed for collecting Washington quarters, with the visible inscription 'Starting 1960'. The album is constructed from a blue-colored rigid material, likely cardboard or a similar composite, covered with a textured paper or vinyl. It appears to be a multi-panel, foldable album, reminiscent of a book or binder, with several pages for holding coins. Each page features die-cut circular slots, precisely sized to hold approximately forty-two (42) US quarter dollar coins across three main sections, plus an additional section for notes or information. The coins are inserted into these slots, with the obverse of the coins partially visible. Below each slot, there are printed labels indicating the year of the coin, with several years visible such as 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, and 1973. Many of the slots are currently filled with Washington quarters. The coins themselves exhibit varying degrees of wear, with some appearing to be in circulated condition. The album itself shows some minor signs of use, including slight fading or discoloration on the edges and corners, consistent with age and handling. The internal pages are generally clean, and the coin slots appear to be intact. The album's design is utilitarian, focusing on organized display and protection of the coin collection. There are no prominent maker's marks visible on the album itself, other than the collection title. The overall quality of craftsmanship suggests a mass-produced item common in the coin collecting hobby, aimed at accessibility and affordability rather than luxury. The estimated age aligns with the 'Starting 1960' context, suggesting production in the mid to late 20th century, likely from the 1960s or 1970s.