2003 (P) Illinois State Quarter

Strike Type

Coin Details

Year

2003

Denomination

Quarter

Mint Mark

Strike Type

Regular Strike

Series

State Quarters 1999-2008

Designer

John Flanagan/Donna Weaver

Mintage

225,800,000

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

$595 MS68 07-10-2018 eBay

Description

The 2003 (P) Illinois State Quarter is a quarter minted at the Philadelphia Mint, within the State Quarters 1999-2008 series. The U.S. Mint produced 225.8 million examples, making this ranked 4th 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 depicts a young Abraham Lincoln within the state outline, flanked by a farm scene and the Chicago skyline, with the inscriptions "21st State/Century" and "Land of Lincoln." The design bridges Illinois's agricultural roots with its urban achievement. Illinois, Alabama, Maine, Missouri, and Arkansas. Some state designs attracted controversy over their selections. The Philadelphia Mint, America's oldest coin-making facility, has struck coins continuously since 1792. 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 #14014.