2008 (P) Alaska Satin Finish State Quarter

Coin Details

Auction Record

$500 SP69 01-01-2019 eBay

Description

The 2008 (P) Alaska 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 745,464 examples, making this the lowest mintage among 30 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 features a grizzly bear with a salmon clutched in its jaws, the North Star above, and the inscription "The Great Land." The design captures Alaska's vast wilderness and frontier spirit. Oklahoma, New Mexico, Arizona, Alaska, and Hawaii. Final year of the 50 State Quarters Program. The DC and Territories program followed in 2009. Struck at the original U.S. Mint facility, in continuous operation since 1792. Auction record: $500 SP69 01-01-2019 eBay. Struck in 75% copper, 25% nickel, weighing 5.67 grams, 24.3 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #394893.