Coin Identifier
New Jersey State Quarter (50 State Quarters Program) — obverse
Obverse
New Jersey State Quarter (50 State Quarters Program) — reverse
Reverse
0.25 USD

New Jersey State Quarter (50 State Quarters Program)

USA, United States Mint · 1999

A United States quarter dollar featuring George Washington on the obverse and General Washington crossing the Delaware River on the reverse.

Country
USA, United States Mint
Year
1999
Denomination
0.25 USD
Metal
Cupro-Nickel Clad Copper (8.33% Nickel, Balance Copper)
Grade
Circulated (based on blurry photo, appears to have standard wear)

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Overview

A United States quarter dollar featuring George Washington on the obverse and General Washington crossing the Delaware River on the reverse.

Historical significance

The New Jersey quarter was the third coin released in the 50 State Quarters Program, which honored each of the 50 states in the order they ratified the Constitution or were admitted to the Union.

Obverse (front)

Left-facing portrait of George Washington, based on the original 1932 design by John Flanagan. Includes 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA', 'LIBERTY', 'IN GOD WE TRUST', and the denomination.

Reverse (back)

Depicts George Washington and his army crossing the Delaware River prior to the Battle of Trenton. Legends include 'NEW JERSEY', '1787', 'CROSSROADS OF THE REVOLUTION', '1999', and 'E PLURIBUS UNUM'.

Estimated value

$0.25 circulated, $1-$5 in high uncirculated grades (MS-65+)

What drives this coin's value

Condition (grade), presence of rare 'S' proof mint marks, and rare striking errors.

Grade assessment

Circulated (based on blurry photo, appears to have standard wear)

Mintage & rarity

Common; Philadelphia minted 363,200,000 and Denver minted 301,064,000.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Check for the distinct copper stripe on the edge; verify weight and diameter against official specs.

Notable varieties & errors

Common varieties include minor die cracks or 'spitting eagle' style clashes on some state designs, though NJ is mostly standard.

Similar coins

Other 50 State Quarters; can be distinguished by the state name and unique reverse design.

Care & preservation

Avoid cleaning or polishing as it damages the surface and lowers numismatic value. Store in a cool, dry place in a PVC-free holder.