2001-P Kentucky State Quarter

Country of Origin: United States of America

Year of Issue: 2001

Denomination: 0.25 USD (Quarter Dollar)

Composition: 75% copper, 25% nickel (Cupronickel clad copper)

2001-P Kentucky State Quarter

Brief Description

A circulating United States quarter featuring George Washington on the obverse and the Kentucky State design (mansion and horse) on the reverse.

Historical Significance

Part of the 50 State Quarters Program (1999–2008). Kentucky was the 15th state to join the Union, admitted on June 1, 1792. The reverse celebrates the state's heritage in horse racing and architecture.

Estimated Value

$0.25 in circulated condition; $1-$3 in high Mint State (MS-65+); higher for specific errors.

Care Instructions

Avoid cleaning with chemicals or abrasives. Handle by the edges to prevent skin oils from causing toning. Store in a PVC-free flip or coin folder.

Mint Mark

P (Philadelphia Mint)

Mintage & Rarity

353,000,000 (Philadelphia). Common.

Weight & Diameter

5.67g / 24.26mm

Edge

Reeded

Apparent Grade

Circulated (appears to be around Extremely Fine to About Uncirculated depending on surface marks).

Obverse (Front)

Portrays a profile of George Washington by John Flanagan, modified for the statehood series. Legends: 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA', 'LIBERTY', 'IN GOD WE TRUST', and 'QUARTER DOLLAR'.

Reverse (Back)

Features a Thoroughbred horse behind a fence with the mansion 'Federal Hill' in the background. Inscriptions: 'KENTUCKY 1792', 'MY OLD KENTUCKY HOME', '2001', and 'E PLURIBUS UNUM'. Designer: T. James Ferrell.

What Drives This Coin's Value

Value is primarily determined by the presence of mint luster and the absence of surface scratches. Errors, such as off-center strikes or die cracks, can significantly increase value.

Similar Coins

Other State Quarters from 2001 (NY, NC, RI, VT). Can be distinguished by the state name at the top of the reverse.

Authenticity & Counterfeit Red Flags

Check for the distinct copper band on the edge. Verify weight (5.67g). Weight and details on genuine coins are crisp; fakes often have soft details or bubbly surfaces.

Notable Varieties & Errors

Die cracks and doubled dies are occasionally found, though no major high-value varieties are widely cataloged for this specific year/mint compared to others.

Created At: 2026-05-17T19:36:21.212225