To get a real silver quarter, you should understand the four silver dollar coin grading system used by coin dealers. Coin dealers grade coins in three different ways where the condition of the coin is always given first. Next, the coin’s value in silver is discussed. Finally, the coin is stamped with a universal serial number to identify it among a group of similar coins. Mint condition coins are valuable because they never lose their purity. Valuable mint issues include the American Eagle, the Walking Liberty Half-Dollars, the reverse of the Walking Liberty half-dollars, and the Morgan silver dollars.
Based on certain parameters, your silver quarter value will be calculated in terms of silver content, rarity, and mintage. Any coins that have a low mintage may not be worth the same amount as other issues. On the other hand, rare coins command a higher spot price. Your dealer may provide you with an estimation based on his experience.