1999 (D) Delaware State Quarter

Coin Details

Auction Record

$1,380 MS64 07-30-2003 Bowers & Merena

Description

Produced at the Denver Mint, the 1999 (D) Delaware State Quarter is part of the State Quarters 1999-2008 series. The U.S. Mint produced 401.4 million examples, making this ranked 6th of 10 mint variants by mintage, with 9% 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 Caesar Rodney on horseback during his legendary 80-mile ride to Philadelphia in 1776, where his tie-breaking vote secured Delaware's support for American independence. As the first state to ratify the Constitution, Delaware's quarter launched the entire 50 State Quarters Program. Inaugural year featuring Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Georgia, and Connecticut. The program instantly became the most successful numismatic initiative in U.S. history. The Denver Mint, which grew from an 1860s gold rush assay office, has served as a major production facility since 1906. Estimated market value ranges from $0 to $6 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 #5945.