1999 (D) New Jersey State Quarter

Coin Details

Auction Record

$978 MS68 02-17-2008 Heritage Auctions

Description

The 1999 (D) New Jersey State Quarter is a quarter produced at the Denver Mint as part of the State Quarters 1999-2008 series. The U.S. Mint produced 299.0 million examples, making this the lowest mintage among 10 mint variants, representing only 7% of total production. The obverse features George Washington facing left, based on a 1786 bust by Jean-Antoine Houdon and the reverse displays unique designs representing each of the 50 U.S. states, released in the order of statehood ratification. The reverse recreates Emanuel Leutze's famous painting of George Washington crossing the Delaware River on Christmas night 1776, with the inscription "Crossroads of the Revolution." This design honors New Jersey's pivotal role in the American Revolution. Inaugural year featuring Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Georgia, and Connecticut. The program instantly became the most successful numismatic initiative in U.S. history. Struck at the Denver Mint, established in 1906 from an earlier assay office that processed Colorado gold rush metal. Estimated market value ranges from $0 to $6 depending on grade and condition. Struck in 75% copper, 25% nickel, weighing 5.67 grams, 24.3 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #5949.