50 state quarters program booklet

The statehood quarter program required the mint to issue five quarters each year for 10 years to commemorate the 50 states in the order that they. Treasury department has stated in press releases that 140 million americans collected the 50 state quarters. The state quarter program has made coin collecting cool. Each statehood quarter s design was struck for about 10 weeks only. See what 50 state quarters proof sets are worth today, and whether theyre likely to hold their value or not.

The state quarter series is easily the most successful numismatic program of all time. Its interesting that the last 5 years of quarters have no photo of what they look like because the holder was made before all the designs were revealed to the public. It holds the quarters firmly and displays them nicely. The program ran from 1999 until 2008 with a common obverse design in a unique reverse design commemorating each of the 50 states. Covering all 50 states with the unique 1999 to 2008 state quarter collection, the release helped increase interest in coin. State name statehood date design theme issue date series number. State quarters book, gorgeous all 50 states in booklet by. When congress passed the 50 states commemorative coin program act in 1997, which led to the creation of. Colorful illustrations and a detailed look at the first 10 state quar.

The quarters were released in the order that the states joined the union. By 2008, all 50 states were represented in the order they joined the union. All statehood quarters feature a modified washington obverse with a unique reverse design. Mint will issue 56 national park quarters as part of the united states mint america the beautiful quarters program. 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. State quarters book, gorgeous all 50 states in booklet by us mint. 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 statehood quarters design was struck for about 10 weeks only. Bucking horse and rider, the equality state the old man of the mountain. Its a coin collectors dream folder, with a space for every state s newly designed quarters arranged according to the year each was mintedalong with dozens of fascinating facts. 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. Each quarter was produced for about 10 weeks and will never be produced again.

As a result of this act, each of the 50 united states of america have had a commemorative quarter issued in their honor. Organized by release year, each slot lists the states nickname, motto, flower, and bird. The 50 state quarters program was started to support a new. Its a coin collectors dream folder, with a space for every states newly designed quartersarranged according to the year each was mintedalong with dozens of fascinating facts. 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. Treat yourself and your favorite fan of state quarters to this beautiful threepanel coin. Hobbylinc carries 49 quarters coin collecting books and supplies at discounts up to 45%. Revisions united states mint refines 50 state quarters design evaluation. The great lakes, great lake state federal hill mansion, racehorse. It called for the release of circulating commemorative quarters by the united states mint. The fourth quarter released by the united states mint in 2008 commemorates the state of alaska. The 50 state quarters program, the first circulating commemorative coin series authorized by the united states government since 1975, has been met with previously unheard of popularity for a generalissue circulating coin of the united states.

For more information on these coins, visit their coins and medals page. This quarter holder is good quality, with a nice booklet about the 50 states. On the front, otherwise known as the obverse, the specific mintmarks can be found to the right of george. From 1999 through 2008, it featured each of the 50 u. The regal beauty of purple mountain majesties can be yours to treasure forever. The 50 state quarter program turned out to be the most successful and popular numismatic commemorative coin program in history with at least half of all americans collecting the coins. On their website they have a page for circulating coins. Each quarter features a different state design on the back.

Please consult the united states mint 50 state quarters design use policy for more information. In 1999, the united states mint introduced a new program to the masses, replacing the traditional bald eagle quarter with a highly detailed state quarter collection. The 50 state quarters program quiz by anywherewithyou. The 50 state quarters program sparked huge interest in coin collecting across the nation. The most popular quarters coin collecting books and supplies brands include whitman publishing, and h. Are you interested in using images or designs of quarters issued under the 50 state quarters program. Minted from 1999 through 2008, they featured unique designs for each of the 50 us states on the reverse. 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. Jan 14, 2016 the 50 state quarters program sparked huge interest in coin collecting across the nation. The 50 state quarters program, which began in 1999, was created by the u.

One of the largest and most popular united states commemorative coin programs is the 50 state quarter program. This set also includes 6 territory quarters from the us territories program. Unfollow 50 state quarter collection to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Law 105124 that put into affect the 50 state commemorative quarters program. This exciting program features a great variety of products to add to your collection, including an america the beautiful quarters proof set, america the beautiful quarters silver proof set, 100coin america the beautiful quarters bags, america the beautiful quarters tworoll sets, and the america the. The 50 state quarters program was so popular early on and has remained so that far more people than the number of 50 states quarters proof sets available were clamoring for these popular coins. Lastly, a gatefold spread will accommodate all 50 wildly popular statehood quarters. In 2010, the united states mint began issuing 56 quarter dollar coins featuring designs depicting national parks and other national sites as part of the united states mint america the beautiful quarters program. The state quarter series is only slated to run through 2009, so now is the time to ensure that your collection is complete. Statehood quarter album official whitman coin folder 112 of 168 results for books.

The concept of this program was to commemorate each of the 50 us states by placing a design on the reverse that represents each state. 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. I was not aware that each quarter is made in two locations. Ive found a quarter from the state of georgia in a. Harris state quarters book collectors map 1999 2009 w complete set of coins. Nov 12, 2009 a guide book of mercury dimes, standing liberty quarters, and liberty walking half dollars, 1st edition. Including the district of columbia and the us territories nov by peter pauper press isbn.

Discussion in us coins forum started by benyjr, jun 15, 2007. Today, state quarters make up a majority of the quarters in circulation. The 50 state quarters program was started to support a new generation of. Hi everyone, after a great deal of searching for a checklist for the 50 state quarters program, i have finally broken down and made my own. A unique event in the history of the united states coinage began in 1999, when the u. The following, which considers the success of the 50 state quarters program, is the first of what we hope will be many such posts. 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. 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.

On december 1, 1997, congress passed public law 105124 that created the 50 state. Mint released the first five issues out of a total of 50 different quarters commemorating the 50 united states. They are derived from numerous sources such as dealer price lists, advertisements in numismatic publications, and public auction results. Each quarter was produced for about 10 weeks and will never be. The america the beautiful quarters series consists of 56 new quarters that honor one national park or historic monument in each of the 50 states, washington, d.

The 50 states quarters program featured each of the us states on unique designs from 1999 to 2008. 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. Quarters coin folder by littleton coin company, inc. The 50 state quarters program act began in 1999 and ran through 2008, with five new quarters released every year. This set features 10 different silver washington quarters. The 50 state quarters program, a 10year initiative, honored the nations states in the order they ratified the constitution or were admitted into. The order in which the coins are introduced is based on when the states were admitted to the union the first coin, delaware, appeared on jan. The america the beautiful quarters program is the sequel to the 50 states quarters program which was popular during its 1999 through 2008 run. Each set includes the special 50 states quarters released by the us mint from 19992008. Not as described claim, you are getting exactly what you see.

This page also shows coins listed for sale so you can buy and sell. Starting in january 1999, each of the 50 states in the union were honored on a unique quarter dollar commemorative coin. Slots on every page let kids collect birthyear coins, millennium coins, and twentiethcentury coins. The us 50 state quarters and 6 territorial quarters. Treasury department has stated in press releases that 140 million americans collected the 50. It opened up a whole new branch of collectors and introduced many people to the field of coin collecting who were interested in building a whole new collection. National park quarters your source for supplies for the national parks series of coins and quarters.

The 50 state quarters program slightly more than half a billion quarters honoring the 31st state of the union, california, were coined in just 10 weeks before the mint moved on to the 32nd state, minnesota. The 50 state quarters were released by the united states mint every ten weeks in the same order that the states ratified the constitution. Five states were featured each year, based on the order in which they ratified the constitution or became states. Template eps format or design template pdf format a template on which. On january 3, 1959, alaska became the 49th state to be admitted into the union.

A guide book of mercury dimes, standing liberty quarters, and liberty walking half dollars, 1st edition. Read on to discover what you need to know to evaluate your state quarter collection. The 50state quarters program slightly more than half a billion quarters honoring the 31st state of the union, california, were coined in just 10 weeks before the mint moved on to the 32nd state, minnesota. This page lists out current and past coin designs in circulation today. One of the main reasons for initiating the 50 state quarters program was to spark a new interest in coin collecting. On december 1, 1997, congress passed public law 105124 that created the 50 state quarters program. On august 22, 2002, the united states mint and the united states postal service signed an agreement to jointly develop and market a number of products that feature two of americas most popular collectible items the 50 state quarters and the greetings from america stamps. One of the largest and most popular united states commemorative coin programs is the 50 state. State quarters book, gorgeous all 50 states in booklet by us. It is the 49th coin to be issued in the mints 50 state quarters program.

The 50 state quarters was a series circulating commemorative quarters released by the united states mint. The order in which the coins are introduced is based on when the states were admitted to the union. Usps 19992008 complete 50 state quarters greetings from america portfolio album. Its interesting that the last 5 years of quarters have no photo of what they look like because the holder. Each coin will depict a national park or other national site, beginning with hot springs national park in arkansas, yellowstone national park in. According to the program, five quarters were released each year through 2008. America the beautiful silver quarters, park quarters. The 2008 50 states quarters clad proof sets, as of this writing, are available from the u. Racecar, 19 stars, crossroads of america gateway arch, lewis and clark on a river. These prices for the 50 state quarters are provided as a service to hobbizine readers.