Obverse

Reverse

0.25 USD

Maine State Quarter

United States of America · 2003

A United States quarter dollar featuring George Washington on the obverse and Pemaquid Point Light and a schooner on the reverse.

Country: United States of America
Year: 2003
Denomination: 0.25 USD
Metal: Cupro-Nickel Clad Copper (75% copper, 25% nickel over a pure copper core)

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Overview

A United States quarter dollar featuring George Washington on the obverse and Pemaquid Point Light and a schooner on the reverse.

Historical significance

The Maine State Quarter was the 23rd coin released in the 50 State Quarters Program. It honors Maine's admission to the Union on March 15, 1820.

Obverse (front)

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

Reverse (back)

Features the Pemaquid Point Light atop a craggy cliff, with a three-masted schooner offshore. Inscriptions 'MAINE 1820', '2003', and 'E PLURIBUS UNUM'. Designed by Donna Weaver.

Estimated value

$0.25 (face value) in circulated condition; $1-$3 in uncirculated MS-65 condition.

What drives this coin's value

Luster, presence of scratches or bag marks, and any potential mint errors are the primary value drivers for this common issue.

Grade assessment

Extremely Fine to About Uncirculated (shows minor circulation wear and some surface smudging/toning).

Mintage & rarity

232,600,000 (Common)

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Check for the copper edge stripe (visible on the rim) and verify weights. Counterfeits of common state quarters are extremely rare.

Notable varieties & errors

No major doubled die or widely recognized varieties exist for this specific date and mint mark, though collectors look for striking errors like off-centers or clips.

Similar coins

Other State Quarters from the 1999-2008 series; distinguished by the unique reverse state design and year.

Care & preservation

Avoid cleaning or polishing, as this removes original surface luster and lowers collector value. Store in a cool, dry place in a PVC-free holder or folder.

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