Mississippi State Quarter

Country of Origin: United States of America

Year of Issue: 2002

Denomination: 0.25 USD

Composition: Cupro-Nickel Clad Copper (75% Copper, 25% Nickel over a pure copper core)

Mississippi State Quarter

Brief Description

A copper-nickel clad American quarter featuring George Washington on the obverse and Magnolia blossoms on the reverse representing Mississippi.

Historical Significance

Issued as the 20th coin in the 50 State Quarters Program, which honored each state in the order they joined the Union. Mississippi joined in 1817.

Estimated Value

$0.25 in circulated condition; up to $1.00 - $3.00 in high uncirculated (MS-65+) grades.

Care Instructions

Avoid cleaning the coin as it can damage the surface and lower value. Store in a dry environment in PVC-free holders or flips.

Mint Mark

P (Philadelphia Mint)

Mintage & Rarity

Common; 290,000,000 minted at Philadelphia.

Weight & Diameter

5.67 grams; 24.26 mm

Edge

Reeded

Apparent Grade

Circulated (Fine to Very Fine); shows significant surface scratches, dirt, and moderate wear on the design elements.

Obverse (Front)

A portrait of George Washington by John Flanagan, modified by William Cousins, with inscriptions 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA', 'LIBERTY', 'IN GOD WE TRUST', and 'QUARTER DOLLAR'.

Reverse (Back)

Design by Donna Weaver featuring two Magnolia blossoms with the inscription 'The Magnolia State', the year of statehood '1817', and 'E PLURIBUS UNUM' at the bottom.

What Drives This Coin's Value

Most influenced by condition and the presence of rare mint errors. Circulated examples are generally only worth face value.

Similar Coins

Other 50 State Quarters or the newer American Women Quarters; distinguished by the specific reverse design and date.

Authenticity & Counterfeit Red Flags

Check for correct weight and a distinct copper-colored band around the edge. Counterfeits of this common circulation coin are extremely rare.

Notable Varieties & Errors

Double die reverses and 'spitting eagle' errors (though more famous on the Georgia quarter), and off-center strikes.

Created At: 2026-06-13T20:37:07.361911