Washington Quarter (50 State Quarters or America the Beautiful series)
Country of Origin: United States of America
Year of Issue: 1999–2021 (Exact year is on the reverse side)
Denomination: Quarter Dollar (25 Cents)
Composition: Cupro-Nickel Clad Copper (8.33% nickel, balance copper)
Brief Description
The obverse features a portrait of George Washington facing left, with the inscriptions 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA', 'LIBERTY', 'IN GOD WE TRUST', and 'QUARTER DOLLAR'. A 'P' mint mark is visible, indicating it was struck at the Philadelphia Mint.
Historical Significance
This obverse design was used for both the 50 State Quarters Program (1999-2008) and the America the Beautiful Quarters Program (2010-2021). These programs were highly successful in encouraging coin collecting and celebrating the history and geography of the United States.
Estimated Value
$0.25 (Face value) in circulated condition; potentially more if it contains a rare error or is in high-grade uncirculated condition.
Care Instructions
Handle by the edges to avoid fingerprints. Store in a cool, dry place inside a protective holder or flip. Do not clean or polish the coin, as this can severely reduce its numismatic value.
Created At: 2026-03-06T08:35:51.260170