2008 (P) New Mexico State Quarter
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Coin Details
Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
Auction Record
$150 MS67 01-22-2021 eBay
Description
The 2008 (P) New Mexico State Quarter is a quarter produced at the Philadelphia Mint as part of the State Quarters 1999-2008 series. The U.S. Mint produced 244.2 million examples, making this ranked 3rd of 10 mint variants by mintage, with 10% 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 features the ancient Zia sun symbol superimposed over a topographical outline of the state and the inscription "Land of Enchantment." The Zia symbol's four groups of four rays represent the four directions, seasons, periods of the day, and stages of life. 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. Estimated market value ranges from $0 to $3 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 #39042.
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Error Varieties(26)
2008 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-001
2008 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-002
2008 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-001
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