As opposed to fake silver? It depends ...
If your coin has no mint mark or a D next to the bow in Washington's wig, it's a standard Bicentennial quarter made from copper-nickel.
If it has an S mint mark, it should be a proof coin in its original holder. These were made from 40% silver.
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