1999 State Washington Quarter

About This Coin

The 1999 State Washington Quarter is a United States quarter from the State Quarters 1999-2008 series — the first year of the series. In 1999, coins were struck at the Philadelphia, Denver, and San Francisco Mints with a combined mintage of 4.5 billion. This ranks 8th of 10 years by total mintage, above the series median of 3.1 billion. 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. Inaugural year featuring Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Georgia, and Connecticut. The program instantly became the most successful numismatic initiative in U.S. history. Struck in 75% copper, 25% nickel, 24.3 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Collectors have cataloged 39 known die varieties for this date across 9 categories, including atypical die clash, cud, doubled die obverse and 6 other types. Across its variants, estimated values range from $0 to $45 depending on mint mark, grade, and strike type. A notable auction result reached $17K in PR70 grade at Heritage Auctions. Designed by John Flanagan (obverse) / various state-specific reverse designers.