Worth 25 cents, the American quarter is short for a quarter dollar since it one-fourth of a dollar. With its recent designs honoring the states and national parks, these coins are must-haves for any collector. History of the Quarter Under the Coinage Act of 1792, the U.S. Mint was formed in Philadelphia, but quarters didn't...

Certain quarters minted in 1965 are incredibly rare. In the content below, you'll learn how to determine if that quarter in your pocket is worth much more than $0.25. What Makes This Quarter Unique? Most quarters from 1965 are not all that rare. The majority of quarters from that year are only worth their 25-cent face value...