The 1999 Georgia State Quarter was part of the inaugural year of the State Quarters program, which honors and depicts a historical symbol of each state. Georgia's 1999 quarter was one of the first five, the fourth, to be specific, of the U.S. 50 State Quarters program (struck July 19, 1999). The 1999 Statehood Quarters program is the most celebrated coinage program in American history. The standard 1999 Georgia quarter is made of a cupronickel alloy, which is composed of 75% copper and 25% nickel.
The design for the 1999 Georgia quarter was selected by a committee involving the Georgia Council for the Arts. At the top of the state line is the Georgia peach referring to Georgia's nickname as the "Peach State," on the reverse surrounded by oak sprigs and the banner reading the state motto "Wisdom, Justice, Moderation". Reverse shows the profile of George Washington with "United States of America – Liberty – In God We Trust – Quarter Dollar" (with mint mark P or D below Washington's bust). The Georgia quarter coin was also produced in two circulation strikes: Philadelphia (P) – 451,188,000 were produced – and Denver (D) – 488,744,000, and proof strikes from San Francisco.
Minted in 1999-P Georgia quarters are all but valueless for intrinsic worth; the majority of them have received only pocket-change circulation. Coin references note that a run-of-the-mill Georgia state quarter in circulation is only worth somewhere around $0.25 (face). Uncirculated (mint-state) coins are worth more, however: an MS60 (Brilliant Unc) can be priced around $5 or higher, while rarer MS65 samples can cost the tens of dollars or higher.
For instance, auction prices for sold coins indicate PCGS-graded MS65 1999-P Georgia selling at $4,200–record price (this was an excellent error coin). MS65 1999-P quarters sold at average market prices (NGC/PCGS auctions) are selling for some $70–$150 and MS66 for around $100. Lower grades (MS60–MS64), however, usually sell for a few dollars apiece. Proof (1999-S) Georgia quarters sell for around $7–$8at top grades (PR69).
Denver-minted Georgia quarters also exist in face value and are worthless in worn conditions. Uncirculated 1999-D coins in regular condition also go for a few dollars apiece. For instance, some NGC-auction listings indicate MS65 1999-D quarters going for a low of $4–$17. 1999-D coins in high grades are far below the worth of P-mint coins – the highest reported auction price is $329 for an NGC-graded MS68. (To put this in perspective, the highest grade Philadelphia-mint MS65 sold for $4,200.)
Graded 1999-D in MS65–MS66 grades in typical market sales typically bring only $5–$15, even MS67 in the low. Generally, 1999 D quarter worth is close to face unless the coin is of a very high grade or is an error.
Wear is the greatest contributor. Circulated coins grade only up to 25¢; uncirculated coins (MS60+) earn more. Small numerical jumps can pay substantial amounts. An MS63 could sell for a few dollars, but MS67 examples can sell for many dollars more. Striking quality, excellent examples with full luster are worth the most.
There were more Denver (488M) coins minted than Philadelphia (451M) coins, but the marks are extremely common. In normal life, mint mark does not matter for common coins, however as can be seen above MS65 1999-P coins have a higher record price than MS68 1999-D.
Errors are defects caused during the minting process that tend to influence the price of the state quarter. Double dies, off-center, or test planchet strikes can drive a quarter's value through the roof (see subsequent sections). Error coins are very rare.
There is no specific date or mint mark of 1999 Georgia which is rare in circulation – all were mass-struck. Higher-graded coins are rare just because not many exist in mint condition. For instance, few 1999 quarters have graded MS67 or MS68, and thus those command a premium.
Collector interest drives the demand. Only bulk collectors have a demand for generic quarters. Specialized coins (e.g. errors or gems graded PCGS/NGC) are demanded aggressively. The short-term market can change according to collector trends (e.g. increased demand for state quarters or coin errors).
Early in 1999, the Mint experimented with a pale-colored gold alloy (later used on Sacagawea dollars) on a small number of state quarters. A few Georgia quarters minted on this experimental planchet were distributed. Planchet errors happen when a flawed blank metal disc is used for minting coins. These golden or greenish color coins do not have the normal copper-nickel coating and edge stripe. They are extremely rare. They include one that has sold for $10,000 (the "the 10K Georgia quarter error" bears the news media). U.S. Coins Guide values these test off-metal 1999-P quarters at $4,800–$9,800.
A 1999-D Georgia that has a rotated 135° reverse compared to its obverse has been seen. Rotated-strike quarters are rare but not rare. Prices are relatively modest – about $200 for an high-graded coin.
Die errors result from issues with the stamping dies, including visible cracks or misalignment of designs. Minor doubling of letters or characteristics (on the back inscription "Georgia 1788" specifically) has been observed in low magnification. Such varieties are uncommon and need close examination; they are usually worth only a few dollars ($3–$15).
Striking errors occur when coins are struck improperly, leading to misaligned designs or overlapping strikes. Some Georgia quarters also have minor off-center strikes. Minor off-center mistakes (10–20% misstrike) can be worth $20–$30, but severe off-centers (30% and greater) could be worth $150, but these are extremely rare.
A single well-known 1999-P Georgia of the "Mahal Collection" was double-struck with a strong die cap (a beautiful error) and auctioned, showing us that beautiful minting errors fetch very high prices (usually in the hundreds or thousands). Overall, outright mint errors on the Georgia quarter are extremely rare and will be appraised on a case-by-case basis by experts.
Most of all base 1999 Georgia state quarters are selling very low, so market demand is high-grade and error coins. Large auctions and certified listings are informative: a 1999-P Georgia PCGS MS65, for instance, was listed for sale in August 2022 at $4,200 by Heritage Auctions. Top-graded Denver coins, though, cost but a few hundred; the PCGS-grading 1999-D auction record is a mere $329 (a 2013 NGC MS68). All auction prices are significantly lower: an NGC registry sale indicates a 1999-P MS65 to sell in the $70–$150 range, and a 1999-D MS67 sold for only $36.
Current eBay and auction information verifies that typical certified 1999-D coins (MS65–MS66) sell for $5–$15, and even high-graded proofs are less than $10. In brief, the market already puts a moderate value on the 1999 Georgia quarter in non-error or minor error grades with occasional spikes for rarities (planchet errors, double strikes).
The table below shows approximate value ranges for 1999 Georgia state quarters by condition and mint mark (PCGS/NGC certified values for top grades; face value for worn coins). Note that actual prices depend on market factors and certification.
| Condition / Grade | 1999-P Georgia (Philadelphia) | 1999-D Georgia (Denver) |
|---|---|---|
| Circulated (G–F) | ~$0.25 (face value) | ~$0.25 (face value) |
| About Uncirculated (AU50) | ~$1–$5 | ~$1–$3 |
| MS60 (Unc) | ~$5 | ~$3 |
| MS65 | ~$75–$150 | ~$5–$17 |
| MS68 (highest certified) | ~$4,200 (AU65) | ~$329 |
Table: Approximate 1999 quarter values by condition and mint mark. MS68 denotes the highest certified grades (auction records). Values are for certified coins; raw and uncertified values may vary.
Other State Quarters from 1999: Georgia was among the first five in 1999 (accompanied by Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Connecticut). Delaware and Pennsylvania also produced test strikes in golden alloy that were sold at auction for. Any odd-colored or seriously flawed 1999 state quarter will be wanted.
1999-S Proof Quarters: Clad proof (1999-S) Georgia quarters in mint state are worth holding onto. They generally sell for $7–$8. The 90% Silver proof (in silver proof sets) is worth more; as of 2025 it's about $5–$10 (conditions vary).
Other 1999 Mistakes: Double-die quarters (even non-California ones) and Sacramento Mint offices (where none exist for 1999 quarters, but comparable series mistakes) can affect prices. Die cracks and die chips are minor errors resulting from damage or wear to the minting dies. Basically, look for unusual mint mistakes or high-grade listings on any 1999 state quarter.
If your 1999 Georgia quarter is an ordinary circulated coin, then it is only worth 25¢ and can be spared in a collection or be spent. Only special circumstances are valuable: mint-state examples and major errors. An excellent high-grade certified coin (MS65+) from the Philadelphia mint is worth tens of dollars or more, and rare errors (such as the golden trial strike) are truly valuable. For most average everyday owners, the solution is to keep it or play it. If you do believe, however, that it could be an error (golden color, off center, etc.) or a high-graded example, it could be worth having professionally graded or sold through a reputable auction.
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In normal circulating condition, basically $0.25 (its face value). Even in nice uncirculated condition, they typically only bring a few dollars each. Only certified gem specimens (MS65+) or error coins will command big money.
It was only one of a very special 1999 quarter that was minted on an experimental golden-colored test planchet (test alloy) and very rare. It sold for a little over $10,000 because it doesn't have the regular copper-nickel plating and edge. Quarters (even mint grade) will never see that price.
Not usually. Both stamps were well-struck, and low-grade examples are equally abundant. Indeed, Denver produced a few more (488M vs 451M). Any price difference lies in grade: i.e., a special P-mint MS65 sold for $4,200, but no equivalent MS68 P-mint example exists. Under normal circumstances, P and D coins of the same grade command the same price.
Check for unusual characteristics: solid golden/green color and smooth edge (the golden alloy planchet), or doubling of the letters/design, or off-center strike. Georgia planchet errors do not have the copper stripe along the edge. If someone is suspicious of an error or for high-grade coins, getting it graded by PCGS/NGC is the best way to be sure.
Only if you think it's highly well preserved or an error. Most 1999 Georgia quarters are plentiful; grading charges wouldn't be cost-effective unless the coin is truly extraordinary (i.e. suspected error or an MS66–68 which would command a premium). For most, it's sufficient to utilize price guides and auction realizations (such as above) to put an estimate of value.
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