1970 D Washington Quarter NGC MS 65 OGH Slab

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Lot number172
CategoryCoins & Currency
AuctionSept 10 2026 GOLD SILVER BULLION COINS KNIVES CARDS
DateSeptember 10, 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT
Auction houseIowa Surplus & Estate Auctions
LocationCoralville, Iowa

1970 D Washington Quarter NGC MS 65 OGH Slab 1970-D Washington Quarter NGC MS 65 OGH Original Green Holder This 1970-D Washington Quarter is professionally graded by NGC as MS 65, indicating a high-quality uncirculated specimen with strong luster and minimal surface marks. Struck at the Denver Mint, this copper-nickel clad coin features the classic George Washington obverse and the heraldic eagle reverse. A significant highlight of this item is the Original Green Holder (OGH), a vintage slab highly sought after by collectors for its historical significance and the conservative grading standards often associated with that era. The coin remains securely preserved in this collectible holder, making it an excellent addition for those specializing in registry sets or vintage numismatic plastic. 1970-D Washington Quarter NGC MS65 OGH Slab Condition: This coin is graded MS 65 by NGC, indicating a Mint State Gem condition with strong luster and few distracting marks or abrasions. It is housed in an older generation NGC "fatty" holder, often referred to as an OGH (Old Green Holder) era slab, which is highly sought after by collectors for its legacy grading standards. The strike type is a standard business strike intended for circulation. The mint is Denver, signified by the D mint mark on the reverse. The metal content consists of a copper-nickel clad composition, featuring a pure copper core bonded to outer layers of copper-nickel. Historically, this 1970-D issue comes from a period when the United States Mint had fully transitioned away from silver coinage for circulating quarters, utilizing the clad composition established by the Coinage Act of 1965. coin, numismatics, Washington quarter, 1970 D, NGC graded, MS 65, slabbed, US currency, silver colored, collectible, George Washington, eagle, Mint State, 25 cents 1970-D Washington Quarter, NGC MS65, Rare Quarters, Mint State Coin, Numismatics, Coin Collecting, NGC Graded Coin, 1970 Denver Quarter, US Quarters, Collectible Coins IMPORTANT BIDDER NOTICE Bidder is solely responsible for determining value, condition, completeness, authenticity, fitment, grade, and usefulness before bidding. THIS ITEM IS SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. NO RETURNS. NO CANCELLATIONS. NO BID RETRACTIONS. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that they have reviewed the title, description, photographs, and any auction notices, and have had the opportunity to ask questions before bidding. Bidder agrees that: The item is being purchased strictly as shown in the photographs and described in the listing The auction house does not grade, test, appraise, or authenticate items unless specifically stated By registering and placing bids, the bidder expressly authorizes Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions to charge the payment method on file for any lots won, including buyer’s premium, applicable taxes, shipping, hand

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