1999 (P) Connecticut State Quarter

Coin Details

Auction Record

$4,362 MS67 08-12-2006 Superior Galleries

Description

The 1999 (P) Connecticut State Quarter is a quarter produced at the Philadelphia Mint as part of the State Quarters 1999-2008 series. The U.S. Mint produced 688.7 million examples, making this the highest mintage among 10 variants, accounting for 16% of the year's 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 the legendary Charter Oak, the ancient white oak tree where Connecticut patriots hid their 1662 royal charter in 1687 to prevent its seizure by British royal governor Sir Edmund Andros. The tree symbolizes Connecticut's fierce determination to preserve self-governance. Inaugural year featuring Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Georgia, and Connecticut. The program instantly became the most successful numismatic initiative in U.S. history. Struck at the original U.S. Mint facility, in continuous operation since 1792. 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 #5952.