Image and detailed history of washington state quarter. The washington quarter was the forty second coin in the state quarter series. However, when the state quarters were first released there was a tremendous amount of attention paid by the american public and the anticipation for the release of the next new state was unlike. Jan 14, 2016 the 50 state quarters program sparked huge interest in coin collecting across the nation. In 2009 it was extended to the unincorporated territories of the united states like puerto rico, guam,american samoa, u.
Fifty states quarter folder 1999 2008 by littleton coin. State quarter book holders folders wizard coin supply. The united states mint made the 50 state quarters from 19992008 and the district of columbia and u. The melt value shown below is how valuable the coins metal is worth bare minimum value of coin. Read on to discover what you need to know to evaluate your state quarter collection. Mints state quarter program began in 1999 and continued through 2008. Make offer pcgs 50 state quarter set 1999s thru 2008s pr69dcam flags in pcgs case. The date of these coins was moved to the reverse and was replaced by the words quarter dollar below washingtons bust. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. First time west point produced the quarter d 256,524,978 s 3,251,152 proof only 1978 p 521,452,000 w d 287,373,152 s 3,127,781. By 2008, all 50 states were represented in the order they joined the union. Heres the official list of all 50 state quarters and their release dates. Treasury department has stated in press releases that 140 million americans collected the 50.
Launched in 1999, the united states mints 50 state quarters program was a 10year initiative that honored each of the nations states in the order that they ratified the constitution or were admitted into the union. State quarter book in us state quarters 19992008 for sale ebay. The state quarter program was a very very popular series that ran from 19992008. Colorful illustrations and a detailed look at the first 10 state quar. Of course, unlike contemporary clad quarters, washington quarters minted between 1932 and 1964 contain a good bit of silver, increasing their intrinsic value far above their face value as legal tender. Value of 50 state quarters 1999 2008 the 50 state quarters coin program is considered to be the most successful coin campaign ever launched by the united states mint. Washington 50 states quarters, ms washington 50 states quarters, pr washington 50 states quarters, sp. Virgin islands, district of columbia, and the northern mariana islands. Minted from 1999 through 2008, they featured unique designs for each of the 50 us states on the reverse the 50 state quarters program was started to support a new generation of coin collectors, and it became the. Each design would display an important or historical design representing the state.
In all, 50 statehood quarters were made one for each state in the united states. This album has a port for each of the statehood quarters from 19992008 50 states. Quick view whitman washington quarters coin folder 1932 to 1998. Washington quarters started being produced in 1932. All statehood quarters feature a modified washington obverse with a unique reverse design. Buy america the beautiful quarters collector board book at. It was released on april 2, 2007 and features a leaping king salmon in front of mount rainer. Buy products related to state quarters collection book products and see what. From 1932 until 1964 the coins were made of 90% silver, which makes these coins very popular with collectors, both numismatically and due to the silver content. Over 20 years later, many people are wondering how much their 50. My view and personal use of, state quarters is that they are great to sit around with the family, especially if some are younger and try to fill slots in an album. In 1965, the transition to clad coinage began and the mintmark was moved to the obverse in 1968. The obverse design featured a modified version of john flanagans original portrait of george washington and the reverse. Mar 4, 2017 celebrate state pride with americas 50 state quarters.
Up until 1964, it was minted out of silver and copper. The 50 state quarters was a series circulating commemorative quarters released by the united. Online shopping for state quarters collection books in the books store. Washington, nicknamed the evergreen state, was admitted into the union on november 11, 1889, becoming our nations 42nd state. The 50 state commemorative quarter program also known as the statehood quarter program is a circulating coin program consisting of washington quarters with 50 unique reverse designs, each one commemorating a different state of the union. May 20, 2018 this video focuses on the value of the clad proof, silver proof and uncirculated state quarters. See more ideas about valuable coins, coins worth money and coin collecting.
Coins, yet only a small number were able to get the complete set. The illinois quarter looks forward to the new century as it reminds us of how abraham lincoln must have looked forward to his new career in law from his job as a young railsplitter. These prices for the 50 state quarters are provided as a service to hobbizine readers. A uniquely designed quarter was released to honor each of the 50 states in the order that they ratified the constitution or joined the union. The second commemorative quarter dollar coin released in 2007 honors washington, and is the 42nd coin in the united states mints 50 state quarters program. This is a trifold folder that opens flat for all at once viewing with a total of 60 openings 10 openings are blank, then closes to book size for easy storage. Washington state quarter the second commemorative quarterdollar coin released in 2007 honors washington, and is the 42nd coin in the united states mints 50 state quarters program.
Mint struck five quarter designs, one for every state and territory in the country. It is estimated that well over 100 million individuals collected the 50 washington state quarters. Treasury department estimated that more than 140 million people collected these coins. State quarter books, state quarter holders, folders. Dec 09, 2016 prices for these and other quarter proof sets stayed lofty for the duration of the 50 state quarter program but tapered off soon after the series ended and widespread interest in the quarters waned. Each statehood quarter s design was struck for about 10 weeks only.
The idaho quarter was the forty third coin in the state quarter series. The 50 state quarters program sparked huge interest in coin collecting across the nation. The us 50 state quarters and 6 territorial quarters. But now that the state quarters have all been minted, you may wonder if the coins in your collection are worth more than 25 cents each. Using pocket change it can be fun to find the cleanest examples great way to develop an eye for the better coins and build a nice set. Origin of north dakota with god all things are possible. New york mint is proud to offer the entire 56 coin set in brilliant uncirculated condition. The noteworthy sites will come from all 50 states, as well as washington, d.
Washington quarter folder 19651987 official whitman coin folder. State quarter coins the state quarters program launched in 1999 and was a 10year initiative that honored each of the nations states plus the six territories in the order that they ratified the constitution or were admitted into the union. I later went through them to pick out the nicest examples of each mintmark. Below are the mintage figures for the 50 state quarters. Harris folder holds state quarter collection from 20042008, along with history on the inside flap. The washington quarter was introduced in the early 1930s and has remained in continuous circulation since. The board book of the 50 state quarters collectors folder.
The government estimated that 140 million americans collected these u. Collect ors quarters folder 2010 2021 warmans collector coin folders hardcover august 9, 2010. A guide book of mercury dimes, standing liberty quarters, and liberty walking half dollars, 1st edition. The washington quarter is the second longest running series in modern coinage behind only the lincoln cent. From 1965 to 1967 the silver content was reduced to 40%, then the coins were made with a. For a time, many thought the washington quarter would revert back to its original heraldic eagle reverse as seen from the debut of the type in 1932 until 1998, the year before the first 50 state. Fifty state commemorative quarter book 19992008 partial quarter.
Minted from 1999 through 2008, they featured unique designs for each of the 50 us states on the reverse. To launch this program, the mint produced all different 50 state quarter designs in the order in which each state joined the union. State name statehood date design theme issue date series number. Quarter dansco albums, coin books, coin album, blank, liberty. This video focuses on the value of the clad proof, silver proof and uncirculated state quarters. Many state quarter folders offer detailed information about the state quarters that they hold, including facts about the states themselves as well as the coins. National park quarters 201021 deluxe edition coin collecting book and supply. The coin shown in the photos is the exact coin youll receive. Quarter dansco albums, coin books, coin album, blank. Sep 02, 2019 for a time, many thought the washington quarter would revert back to its original heraldic eagle reverse as seen from the debut of the type in 1932 until 1998, the year before the first 50 state. All of our state quarters are brilliant uncirculated in condition. More information is available from the official united. Through the year 2008, the standard design on the reverse will be replaced with a commemorative design for wach of the 50 states.
Prices for these and other quarter proof sets stayed lofty for the duration of the 50 state quarter program but tapered off soon after the series ended and widespread interest in. Twentyone stars surround the twentyfirst state illinois on the twentyfirst quarter of the 50 state quarters program as we enter the twentyfirst century. Despite the united states mint manufacturing the 50 state quarters by the hundreds of millions of coins, the venerable statehood quarters program is one of the most collected coin series in u. State quarter value and price guide history and information. Plus, everything you need to know about collecting the 50 state.
They were released into circulation in the order that the statehoods came into existence. See more ideas about state quarters, coins and book gifts. In 1999 the united states mint started an exciting new series of washington quarters. State designs are displayed on the reverse tails of the quarters, while the obverse design displays the familiar image of george washington. The state quarters series began in 1998 following the washington quarters series. Statehood quarter album official whitman coin folder 112 of 168 results for books. The 50 us state quarters of the united states has been called the most successful coin program in the nations history. The 50 state quarters program was started to support a new. Washington quarter below are the mintage figures for the washington quarter. Each quarter was produced for about 10 weeks and will never be produced again.
What your 50 state quarters are worth today youtube. They are derived from numerous sources such as dealer price lists, advertisements in numismatic publications, and public auction results. As in all of the coin value guides, these values are actual dollar amounts that coin dealers most likely will pay you for your coins. To a certain degree the coins are kind of old news at this point. America the beautiful quarters collector board book walmart. The state quarter series is only slated to run through 2009, so now is the time to ensure that your collection is complete. The 50 state quarters coin program is considered to be the most successful coin campaign ever launched by the united states mint. If theyre graded or something else special then that changes the situation and others can chime in, but ive collected regular state quarters too and i dont think they have any special value. Washington 50 states quarters 19992008 values pcgs price. Each quarter was produced for about 10 weeks and will never be. Washington quarters state collection albumbookfolder 19992003 volume. Washington 50 states quarters 19992008 values pcgs. Over 20 years later, many people are wondering how much their 50 state quarters are worth.
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