Look on the back of the coin to see if there's a small mint mark letter below the eagle. It may be blank or there may be an O or S.
Numismedia lists the following approximate retail values as of 06/2014:
No mint mark (Philadelphia):
Very worn condition - $23
Moderately worn - $30
Slightly worn - $46
Almost no wear - $180
Uncirculated - $360 to $31,250 depending on quality
"O" mint mark (New Orleans):
Very worn - $24
Moderately worn - $31
Slightly worn - $86
Almost no wear - $580
Uncirculated - $1,060 to $8,470
"S" mint mark (San Francisco):
Very worn - $115
Moderately worn - $252
Slightly worn - $450
Almost no wear - $1,890
Uncirculated - $3,940 to $12,810
DISCLAIMER: The retail values quoted are the best available as of the date shown, but may vary significantly due to changes in the precious metals market. Also the wholesale (buying) price of a coin will be less than the selling (retail) price. A reputable coin dealer will be able to give a more accurate valuation based on inspection of the coin.
over 9000
As of June 2012 1857 O quarters are worth $24 to $900 in uncirculated condition. In uncirculated condition they are worth $901 to $7,000.
The first US quarter was struck in 1796.
No US quarters were struck in 1922. The US did not make ANY quarters dated 1922.
A circulated US 1857 Half Cent has a retail value from $55.00 to $280.00 depending on condition.
over 9000
As of June 2012 1857 O quarters are worth $24 to $900 in uncirculated condition. In uncirculated condition they are worth $901 to $7,000.
A US quarter has a face value of 25 cents.
The first US quarter was struck in 1796.
The last US half cents were dated 1857.
No US quarters were struck in 1922. The US did not make ANY quarters dated 1922.
A circulated US 1857 Half Cent has a retail value from $55.00 to $280.00 depending on condition.
No US quarters were made in 1810.
No US quarters were minted in 1817.
Unless it's Proof, it's just a quarter.
13.24.7
About $4.25.