1897 quarter

[cterry3100]

Found this in a cotton field in Louisiana a few years back. Not sure of it's value as it is pretty dinged up. Any information would be appreciated.

 

Amazon Forum Fav 👍

How to Research for Treasure Hunting and Metal Detecting From Lead Generation to Vetting - Grab it through Amazon!

[NOLA_Ken]

It's a shame it has that big ol garf in it, with the other damage, probably a little over the value of the silver would be my guess.

1897 O Barber Quarter Value | CoinTrackers

 

[Mackaydon]

Mint mark "O"= New Orleans. 1.4M minted. As you hinted, the value will be reduced substantially by the dings an gouges.
Still, a great find !!
Don....

 

[Tony in SC]

Going by the lack of wear, it was lost soon after it was minted.

 

[cudamark]

Worth way more than melt. Without the damage it was probably in the $300-500 range. Even with the damage it's gotta be $50+ I would think. A "fine" is more than that.