2008 State Washington Quarter

About This Coin

The 2008 State Washington Quarter is a United States quarter from the State Quarters 1999-2008 series — the final year of the series. In 2008, coins were struck at the Denver, Philadelphia, and San Francisco Mints with a combined mintage of 2.5 billion. This represents the second-lowest annual mintage in the series, 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. Oklahoma, New Mexico, Arizona, Alaska, and Hawaii. Final year of the 50 State Quarters Program. The DC and Territories program followed in 2009. Struck in 75% copper, 25% nickel, 24.3 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Collectors have cataloged 72 known die varieties for this date across 9 categories, including atypical die clash, cud, doubled die obverse and 6 other types. Across its variants, estimated values range from $0 to $26 depending on mint mark, grade, and strike type. A notable auction result reached $2.5K in MS62 grade at eBay. Designed by John Flanagan (obverse) / various state-specific reverse designers.