2003 State Washington Quarter

About This Coin

The 2003 State Washington Quarter is a United States quarter from the State Quarters 1999-2008 series — 5th of 10 years in the series. In 2003, coins were struck at the San Francisco, Philadelphia, and Denver Mints with a combined mintage of 2.3 billion. This represents the lowest annual mintage in the entire series, below 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. Illinois, Alabama, Maine, Missouri, and Arkansas. Some state designs attracted controversy over their selections. Struck in 75% copper, 25% nickel, 24.3 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Collectors have cataloged 12 known die varieties for this date across 6 categories, including cud, doubled die obverse, doubled die reverse and 3 other types. Across its variants, estimated values range from $0 to $25 depending on mint mark, grade, and strike type. A notable auction result reached $5.6K in MS64 grade at Heritage Auctions. Designed by John Flanagan (obverse) / various state-specific reverse designers.