The state quarters program, see list of state quarters below, came about as a result of the 50 states commemorative coin program act public law 105124 which was signed into law by president clinton on december 1, 1997. Most collectors who are starting to collect these coins now are simply out of luck. A unique event in the history of the united states coinage began in 1999, when the u. Although each quarter will be released in the order that each site became an official national park or site. Despite the united states mint manufacturing the 50 state quarters by the hundreds of millions of coins, the venerable statehood quarters. America the beautiful quarters collector board book.
Does the folder have a map of the united states, with a. Given below is a sample summary of characteristics listing, that for the 1936 albany commemorative half dollar. In 2010, the united states mint began issuing 56 quarterdollar coins featuring designs depicting national parks and other national sites as part of the united states mint america the beautiful quarters program. As in all of the coin value guides, these values are actual dollar amounts that coin dealers will pay you for your coins. Dec 09, 2016 between january 1, 1999 and november 3, 2008, the united states mint released a new 50 state quarter about every 10 weeks. The 50 state quarters program was so popular early on and has remained so that far more people than the number of 50 states quarters proof sets available were clamoring for these popular coins. Each us state will have one national park or site depicted on the quarter dollar. A unique reverse design was released for each of the 50 states, the district of columbia and the 5 u. These coins help raise money for important causes as well as commemorate important aspects of american history. Thats why you will never find a 1975 washington quarter because the u. State quarter book in us state quarters 19992008 for sale ebay. Treasury has forever halted the production of presidential coins making the limited number of available coins highly valued. The 50 state commemorative quarter program also known as the statehood quarter program is a.
See what 50 state quarters proof sets are worth today, and whether theyre likely to hold their value or not. In 2010, the united states mint began issuing 56 quarterdollar coins featuring designs depicting national parks and other national sites as part. United states quarters collectors folder board book walmart. Fifty state commemorative quarter book 19992008 partial quarter collection. Collectors quarters folder 2010 2021 warmans collector coin folders aug 9, 2010. The 50 state quarters coin program is considered to be the most successful coin campaign ever launched by the united states mint. Each quarter was produced for about 10 weeks and will never be produced again. Not only will this handy folder help collectors hold on to these special keepsakes, but it includes a description of the commemorative coin program. Mint released the first five issues out of a total of 50 different quarters commemorating the 50 united states. Commemorative coins celebrate and honor american people, places, events, and institutions.
As a result of this act, each of the 50 united states of america have had a commemorative quarter issued in their honor. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. The united states statehood commemorative coin collection. Capsule information is provided concerning the primary aspects of each issue. Circulating commemorative coins have been somewhat more unusual in the united states. A guide book of united states commemorative coins, 2nd edition the official red book. Nov 12, 2009 a guide book of mercury dimes, standing liberty quarters, and liberty walking half dollars, 1st edition. The silver quarter features liberty holding a shield in defensive posture on the obverse and an eagle soaring high on the reverse. Hobbylinc carries 49 quarters coin collecting books and supplies at discounts up to 50%. However, when the state quarters were first released there was a tremendous amount of attention paid by the american public and the anticipation for. The map also has the us territories, which i havent seen on other quarter maps.
The states are color coded by the year the quarter was released, name of state and capital. Beginning in 2010, the united states mint will issue 5 quarters each year featuring designs depicting national parks and other national sites as part of the united states mint america the beautiful national park quarters program. There are lots of these collectors books to choose from but this is by far the. The graphic below is an excellent visual map for the america the beautiful quarters program. The 50 state quarters program was the most popular commemorative coin program in united states history. By 2008, all 50 states were represented in the order they joined the union. A guide book of united states commemorative coins, 2nd.
Fifty state commemorative quarter folder archival quality 52 coin set. The united states presidents coin collection pcs coins and. May 04, 2010 america the beautiful quarters collectors folder 20102021 board book may 4, 2010. United states fifty state commemorative statehood quarters in album 19992008. What is volume 1 and 2 worth of postal commemorative of.
Theres a perfect size slot for the quarter to be placed into and a picture of the design matching the correct quarter. Following the conclusion of the 50 state quarters program, a second one year follow up series was authorized known as the district of columbia and united states territories quarter program. However, some of the error quarters are quite valuable. Authorized by congress, each coin is crafted to be rich in symbolic history and cultural significance. Even keep track of your coin collection in an online database. An attribution and pricing guide, volumes one through three coneca, 2002. The 50 us state quarters of the united states has been called the most successful coin program in the nations history. In 2010, the united states mint began issuing 56 quarter dollar coins featuring designs depicting national parks and other national sites as part of the united states mint america the beautiful quarters program. America the beautiful quarters collectors folder 20102021 by. The state quarters were minted in order of when each state ratified the constitution or was admitted to the union. The ngc coin price guide is a complete catalog of coin values for us and world coins from 1600 to date, compiled from a variety of numismatic sources. Standing liberty quarters are significant because it featured a design that was seen as patriotic and metaphorical because it was designed in the early stages of world war i. A guide book of united states commemorative coins, 2nd edition the official red book q. Americas national park quarters 20102021 littleton coin.
It has a map of the usa so you can learn where each state is as you insert the coins. Launched in 1999, the united states mint s 50 state quarters program was a 10year initiative that honored each of the nations states in the order that they ratified the constitution or were admitted into the union. May 10, 2018 but, to accommodate state designs on the reverse, the words united states of america, quarter dollar, liberty, and in god we trust all appear on the obverse. Beginning in 2010, the united states mint will issue newly designed quarters featuring a national park or other site approximately every ten weeksand this compact folder is the perfect place for collectors to store each new coin. Fifty states quarter folder 1999 2008 by littleton coin. America the beautiful quarters statehood map of the united states. In the over 200year history of coins minted in this country, nothing has compared to u. But, to accommodate state designs on the reverse, the words united states of america, quarter dollar, liberty, and in god we trust all. The state quarter series is only slated to run through 2009, so now is the time to ensure that your collection is complete. The united states commemorative gallery, officially established in 1975, began offering bicentennial commemorative collectibles, then later expanded to include original artworks, art reproductions, sculptures and other home and office decor. Commemorative coins us mint catalog united states mint. First state quarters of the united states collectors map with all 50 quarters. Worldwide stamp packet assortment 65 ct 2018 liberty ii supplement.
All statehood quarters feature a modified washington obverse with a unique reverse design. The first circulating commemorative coin of the united states was the 1921 peace dollar. In 2009 it was extended to the unincorporated territories of the united states like puerto rico, guam,american samoa, u. For each commemorative variety i give a summary of characteristics table. The program ran from 1999 until 2008 with a common obverse design in a unique reverse design commemorating each of the 50 states. State quarter value and price guide history and information. How to use this book summary of characteristics listed. The mint released the coins at the rate of five new reverse designs per year in the order that the state joined the union. Beginning in 2010, the united states mint will issue newly designed quarters. Online shopping for state quarters collection books in the books store. It called for the release of circulating commemorative quarters by the united states mint. These are coins that are minted to commemorate a particular person, place, event, or institution, but are intended to enter general circulation. Each statehood quarters design was struck for about 10 weeks only. Online shopping for state quarters collection books in the books.
List of state quarters coin collecting guide for beginners. The united states presidents coin collection the u. Store and display all of the national parks quarters in this handy collectors folder. To a certain degree the coins are kind of old news at this point. Many state quarter folders offer detailed information about the state quarters that they hold, including facts about the states themselves as well as the coins. America the beautiful quarters collectors folder 20102021 board book may 4, 2010.
Connect with dealers, other coin collectors and put coins up on your wishlist look up coin prices and values and ask for coins on your wishlist to make offers for. Jan 14, 2016 from 1999 to 2008, the us mint created five special quarter designs every year to honor the 50 states. This separate program featured six additional quarters with designs representing the six u. These commemorative quarters were issued at a rate of 5 different designs each year with one final design released in 2021. First state quarters of the united states collector. Buy 50 state quarters map book online at low prices in india 50. Perfect for the beginner collector or as a gift for a child or grandchild. Some of the older quarters are getting harder to find in good shape even though a lot were bought as rolls. America the beautiful quarters collectors folder 20102021. The us mint 50 state quarters folder with some coins.
America the beautiful quarters collectors folder 2010. Usa coin book an easy and simple way to buy, sell, auction off and keep track of coins online. Statehood quarter album official whitman coin folder 112 of 168 results for books. Each national park or historic site was selected for its natural and historical significance. There are known valuable errors that exist for the state quarters from arizona, wyoming, colorado, kansas. America the beautiful quarters national park quarters.
Look up coin prices and values to see how much your collection is worth. Now, all of the 50 state commemorative quarters can be yours with the. An attribution and pricing guidethe washington quarter dollar book. Does the folder have a map of the united states, with a space to add the quarters.
The united states mint made bicentennial quarters in 1975, but none are dated for that year. Each statehood quarter s design was struck for about 10 weeks only. The us mint also authorized and minted six additional quarters to honor the district of columbia. Shop the bradford exchange for the united states statehood quarter collection. This kept collectors on their toes and promised a newsworthy numismatic. Collect all the state quarters, plus the district of columbia and u.