Either the government is understating inflation by 118% or silver is just super popular today.

Quarters in 1964 and prior were minted with 90% silver. A silver quarter is worth $5.56 today representing a 118% increase over the official CPI calculation.

Quarters in 1964 and prior were minted with 90% silver. A silver quarter is worth $5.56 today representing a 118% increase over the official CPI calculation.