2003 (P) Arkansas State Quarter

Strike Type

Coin Details

Year

2003

Denomination

Quarter

Mint Mark

Strike Type

Regular Strike

Series

State Quarters 1999-2008

Designer

John Flanagan/Norman E. Nemeth

Mintage

228,000,000

Composition

75% Copper, 25% Nickel

Weight

5.67g

Diameter

24.3mm

Edge

Reeded

Value Estimates

$0.25 - $1.88

Values as of May 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.

Auction Record

$5,640 MS64 08-18-2024 Heritage Auctions

Description

The 2003 (P) Arkansas State Quarter is a quarter minted at the Philadelphia Mint, within the State Quarters 1999-2008 series. The U.S. Mint produced 228 million examples, making this ranked 5th of 10 mint variants by mintage, with 10% of 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 features a diamond, rice stalks, and a lake surrounded by pine trees, with a mallard duck in flight. Arkansas is home to the only active public diamond mine in North America, Crater of Diamonds State Park. Illinois, Alabama, Maine, Missouri, and Arkansas. Some state designs attracted controversy over their selections. Coined at the Philadelphia facility, the nation's original mint that has operated continuously since its 1792 founding. Estimated market value ranges from $0 to $2 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 #14022.