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They aren't. A lot of 1972 quarters were minted, none of them contain silver. They are worth only $.25.

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What is the value of a 1972 silver quarter?

No 1972 US quarters have silver in them, the last year for silver quarters was 1964. so spend it


Which quarters are valuable?

U.S. quarters dated 1964 or earlier are 90% silver and worth more than a quarter.


What years are the most valuable for Quarters?

Quarters have been issued since the 1790s so there are many years and mint marks that are valuable. You can get an overview from a site such as http://www.coinclub.com/prices/ At least within the last hundred or so years, two of the most valuable quarters are a 1901-S Barber quarter and a 1916 Standing Liberty quarter.


Are painted quarters more or less valuable than unpainted quarters?

the value of the painted quarter is worth the same as a unpainted quarter


What is the value of un-circulated state quarters?

Not much more than circulated state quarters. They're not old or rare enough to be especially valuable.


How much are 1997 quarters worth?

Do you mean 1,997 quarters, or quarters from 1997, LOL? In any case they're worth 25¢ each. Out of curiosity, because these are readily available in pocket change, what made you suspect they are valuable?


What is the value of a 1972 silver US quarter?

All circulation-strike quarters dated 1965 and later are made of copper-nickel, not silver. There are no major varieties among 1972 quarters, so anything that you find in change will only be worth 25¢.


What is the most valuable card in the 1972 Topps Football Set?

#200 Roger Staubach


Which is the more valuable quarters?

All the 1999 state quarters are worth more than the other years. That is b/c it was only minted half the year vs. a full year. Typically, you'll find half the quanity as the other state released quarters.


What quarters are valuable?

Quarters dated 1964 and prior are 90% silver and worth about $5.50 at the time of writing just in pure silver content. 1916 Standing Liberty quarters are key dates and worth quite a bit. Coins in their original mint packaging are worth a premium, especially if they are proofs.


What kind of metal is the 1972 American revolution bicentennial coin made from?

The 1972 American Revolution Bicentennial coin is made from brass. There are versions of the coin that are somewhat valuable.


Are 1976 bicentennial quarters valuable?

None of the bicentennial quarters made for general circulation have any silver or are worth more than face value. Only Proof and collectors coins sold from the US Mint are worth more.