2006 State Washington Quarter

About This Coin

The 2006 State Washington Quarter is a United States quarter from the State Quarters 1999-2008 series — a late issue, 8th of 10 years in the series. In 2006, coins were struck at the Denver, San Francisco, and Philadelphia Mints with a combined mintage of 3.0 billion. This ranks 5th of 10 years by total mintage, 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. Nevada, Nebraska, Colorado, North Dakota, and South Dakota. Struck in 75% copper, 25% nickel, 24.3 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Collectors have cataloged 46 known die varieties for this date across 8 categories, including atypical die clash, cud, doubled die obverse and 5 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 $3.8K in MS68 grade at Heritage Auctions. Designed by John Flanagan (obverse) / various state-specific reverse designers.