Launched in 1999, the united states mint s 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 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. Beginning in 2010 the united states mint will begin releasing new state quarters honoring our nations national parks and other historic sites the coins will be released at the rate of five designs per year and there will be 56 new designs in all one for each of the fifty states of the united states plus puerto rico, district of. The dates are when the quarters begin their journey into circulation. Find all the books, read about the author, and more.
After the 50th state was commemorated, the 50 state quarter program was extended through 2009 into a new program to commemorate the district of columbia and other major us territories. The 50 state quarters coin program is considered to be the most successful coin campaign ever launched by the united states mint. Many recent coin collections have started with an interest in collecting state quarters. State quarter map designed for 50 us state quarters. In fact, many coin collections will end up as a compilation of state quarter books. State and national park quarter maps coin supply express. The 50 state quarters program commemorated each state in the order that it joined the union. This video is about state quarters worth money you should look for. Mint released the first five issues out of a total of 50 different quarters commemorating the 50 united states. Value of 50 state quarters 19992008 sell rare coins. Coin collecting supplies coin collecting accessories. What other activity requires treasure hunting skills and knowledge of history, and delivers a decade of excitement, the thrill of hunting for errors, and an interest in u.
The 50 state quarters program sparked huge interest in coin collecting across the nation. This smaller extension program was only produced in 2009 and released 6 quarters. America the beautiful quarters collectors folder 20102021 board book may 4, 2010. Direct from new quarter company this huge map book is designed to hold 50 state quarters. The best way to store, display, protect, and organize your collections is with custom folders and maps that include spaces for all of the coins in the collection. We carry the authoritative references on barber quarters, minted from 18921916, as well as valuable guides on standing liberty quarters, issued from 1916 to 1930. Read on to discover what you need to know to evaluate your state quarter collection.
The mint released the coins at the rate of five new reverse designs per year in the order that the state joined the union. The book has a page for each state, plus a page for the new gold dollar, and a few facts on the history of us coins. Coins of america offers each of the 56 quarters through a variety of product offerings. 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. The 50 state quarters program was started to support a new. The coins will be released at the rate of five designs per year and there will be 56 new designs in all one for each of the fifty states of the united states plus puerto rico, district of columbia, northern mariana islands, guam, american samoa, and. Between january 1, 1999 and november 3, 2008, the united states mint released a new 50 state quarter about every 10 weeks.
We cover top 5 quarters with latest sold prices and explain what they have in. Whitman washington quarters coin folders are trifold books with 43 dated slots that allow you to push your coin into place. Not only does it have a space for every states quarterarranged according to yearbut now it has slots for the six brandnew quarters that the united states mint is issuing. Each quarter had a unique reverse that honored one of the 50 states and 6 territories.
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. District of columbia and territories, philadelphia and denver mints warmans collector coin folders by warmans nov 12, 2009 3. Each statehood quarter s design was struck for about 10 weeks only. The quarters from three different states will depict parks or sites that were previously portrayed on the state quarters grand canyon in arizona, yosemite in california, and mount rushmore in south dakota. These latest coins will honor the district of columbia, along with five u. Quarterdesigns includes a collection of designs submitted to states, but in no way is a complete archive of all of the finalists concepts or submissions.
Each quarter was produced for about 10 weeks and will never be produced again. However, when the state quarters were first released there was a tremendous amount of attention paid by the american public and the anticipation for. It ran from 1999 to 2008, and it remains one of the most popular ways to get newbies and kids started collecting coins. Each has a unique reverse design symbolic of its state s history, traditions, culture, or natural environment.
The 50 state commemorative quarter program also known as the statehood quarter program is a. It called for the release of circulating commemorative quarters by the united states mint. Start your 19992008 statehood quarter collection off right with this handy checklist. Minted from 1999 through 2008, they featured unique designs for each of the 50 us states on the reverse.
Always a pleasing denomination to handle and view, state quarters can draw the attention of even passive observers with no particular interest in numismatics. Jan 14, 2016 the 50 state quarters program sparked huge interest in coin collecting across the nation. State quarters, and america the beautiful quarters. Each statehood quarters design was struck for about 10 weeks only. Quarters will be issued with reverse designs commemorating national parks and sites in the order of which that park or site was deemed a national site. All statehood quarters feature a modified washington obverse with a unique reverse design. See state quarter errors, current state quarter values, and tips for collecting the state quarters. Designed with patriotic images on the front cover and a detailed map, this folder holds samples of all coins issued between 1999 and 2008.
Fifty states quarter folder 1999 2008 by littleton coin. In the 1970s and 80s, the west point mint made millions of lincoln pennies and washington quarters for circulation without a mintmark, making them indistinguishable. A unique event in the history of the united states coinage began in 1999, when the u. These odd coins can show up in any year, but seem to be more common in the first year delaware, connecticut, new jersey, pennsylvania, and georgia coins.
Beginning in 2010 the united states mint will begin releasing new state quarters honoring our. About whitman publishing whitman publishing is the leading producer of numismatic reference books, supplies, and products to display and store coins and paper money. Whitman washington quarters coin foldersfour separate titles for washington quarters starting in 1932 running through 1998, which is the last year before the statehood quarters started. Contains 100 coins in total, a p and d mint of each of the 50 state quarters released from 19992008. All coins come in brilliant uncirculated condition. A guide book of mercury dimes, standing liberty quarters, and liberty walking half dollars, 1st edition. The program ran from 1999 until 2008 with a common obverse design in a unique reverse design commemorating each of the 50 states. The most popular quarters coin collecting books and supplies brands include whitman publishing, and h.
The 50 state commemorative quarter program also known as. The state quarter program has made coin collecting cool. From his entry into the state of new york until his surrender at saratoga, 16th oct. United states quarters collectors folder board book. To a certain degree the coins are kind of old news at this point.
By 2008, all 50 states were represented in the order they joined the union. Beginning in 2010 the united states mint will begin releasing new state quarters honoring our nations national parks and other historic sites. While many people choose to start their collection with just one coin of each design, others like to assemble complete uncirculated sets with coins from both the philadelphia and denver mints. Our highquality books educate readers in the rich, colorful history of american and world coinage, paper currency, tokens, and medals, and teach how to build great collections. This kept collectors on their toes and promised a newsworthy numismatic.
The state quarters program, see list of state quarters below, came about as a result of the 50 states commemorative coin program act public law 105124 which was signed into law by president clinton on december 1, 1997. In 2010, the united states mint began issuing 56 quarterdollar coins featuring designs depicting national parks and other national sites as part of the united states mint america the beautiful quarters program. Statehood quarters checklist littleton coin company. As a result of this act, each of the 50 united states of america have had a commemorative quarter issued in their honor. Mint released five new quarters each year as part of the statehood quarter series.
These new quarters are the first circulating businessstrike coins to have the w mintmark but they arent the first coins struck at west point for circulation. State name statehood date design theme issue date series number. Five new quarter dollar coins were issued every year from 1999 through 2008. Exact dates are usually unavailable until the year the quarter is scheduled for release. Comes housed in a new colorful and descriptive whitman coin folder. This list also includes release dates, when available, for each respective coin. National park quarter sites, release dates schedule. In addition to the coins minted from the denver and philadelphia mint there will be limited edition coins minted at the san francisco mint. Origin of north dakota with god all things are possible. Contained here are images gathered from the internet and other resources regarding the state quarters. Accidentally struck on nickel planchets, these coins are slightly smaller than a regular quarter. Treat yourself and your favorite fan of state quarters to this beautiful threepanel coin. Its easier to evaluate your barber or standing liberty coinage with guide information organized by date and mintmark.
The us 50 state quarters and 6 territorial quarters. Hobbylinc carries 49 quarters coin collecting books and supplies at discounts up to 50%. State 1999 to 2009 state 1999 to 2009 from 1999 2009, the u. For each state, there is one diecut coin holder 2 for the dollar coin. Each has a unique reverse design symbolic of its states history, traditions, culture, or natural environment. Statehood quarter album official whitman coin folder 112 of 168 results for books. Mintproducts complete state quarter sets state quarter.
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