1932-D Washington Quarter. MS-65 (PCGS). CAC. This premium Gem offers superior technical quality for this key date Washington quarter issue. It displays exceptionally smooth, frosty mint luster on both sides. Originally preserved, as well, the surfaces exhibit splashes of reddish-russet iridescence to a base of soft pearl-gray patina. Fully struck, and sure to see spirited bidding among advanced specialists in this popular 20th century silver series.<p>The first Denver Mint issue of the type, the 1932-D is also one of the rarest due to a mintage of 436,800 pieces. It is actually <em>the</em> rarest Washington quarter issue in grades above MS-64, surpassing even the lower mintage 1932-S. Clearly the present offering represents an important bidding opportunity for astute numismatists, especially given how few certified MS-65s have met with discerning approval from CAC.
