2005 (P) Oregon Satin Finish State Quarter

Coin Details

Auction Record

$1,950 SP68 09-15-2018 eBay

Description

The 2005 (P) Oregon Satin Finish State Quarter is a special strike quarter struck at the Philadelphia Mint, part of the State Quarters 1999-2008 series. The U.S. Mint produced 1.2 million examples, making this the lowest mintage among 33 mint variants, representing only less than 1% of total 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 Crater Lake with Wizard Island visible, flanked by mountain peaks and conifers. Crater Lake, formed in the caldera of a collapsed volcano, is the deepest lake in the United States at 1,949 feet. California, Minnesota, Oregon, Kansas, and West Virginia. Satin finish specimens from mint sets were produced. Struck at the original U.S. Mint facility, in continuous operation since 1792. Auction record: $1,950 SP68 09-15-2018 eBay. Struck in 75% copper, 25% nickel, weighing 5.67 grams, 24.3 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #914038.