The standard 1997 clad quarters in circulated condition are only worth their face value of $0.25. These coins only sell for a premium in uncirculated condition. The 1997 P quarter is worth around $1 in uncirculated condition with an MS 63 grade. The value is around $11 in uncirculated condition with an MS 65 grade.
When did the design of the quarter change?
1838
In 1838, the quarter design was replaced once again – this time by Christian Gobrecht’s Liberty Seated design, which also appeared on the dime, half dollar and dollar during a similar time frame. This new design featured Liberty seated on a rock. In her left hand she held a pole with a liberty cap perched on its end.
Is a 1997 penny worth anything?
Most 1997 pennies in circulated condition are only worth their face value of $0.01. These coins can only sell for a premium in uncirculated condition. The 1997 penny with no mint mark and the 1997 D penny are each worth around $0.30 in uncirculated condition with an MS 65 grade.
What was the first quarter ever made?
The first quarter made by the U.S. Mint in 1796 was silver. The designs from 1796 to 1930 showed Liberty on the obverse and an eagle on the reverse. From 1916 to 1930, the Mint produced the “Standing Liberty” quarter designed by Hermon A.
What kind of coin is the 1997 quarter?
The US minted the 1997 P quarter, 1997 D quarter, 1997 S proof quarter, and 1997 S silver proof quarter. Proof coins are essentially coins that have more detail. They are minted on special planchets and it takes longer to produce them. They are specifically made for collectors so you won’t find any in your spare change.
Who was the designer of the Washington quarter?
The reverse featured an eagle prior to the 1999 50 State Quarters Program. The Washington quarter was designed by John Flanagan. It was initially issued as a circulating commemorative, but was made a regular issue coin in 1934. In 1999, the 50 State Quarters program of circulating commemorative quarters began.
What was the theme of the 1999 Canadian quarter?
While the 1999 coins were labeled with their month of issue, the 2000 coins were labeled with the relevant theme (see below). In 2005, to celebrate the centennials of the provinces of Alberta and Saskatchewan, two commemorative quarters were issued. The public was given the opportunity to vote on the coin design through two toll-free phone numbers.
Who was president when the 50 State Quarters were made?
In 1997, Congress issued that mandate in the form of S. 1228, the “United States Commemorative Coin Program Act”, which was signed into law by President Bill Clinton on December 1, 1997.
