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2005 Quarter Value: How Much Is It Worth Today?

2005 quarter value

Have you recently discovered a 2005 quarter? Chances are, you’re interested in its value, right?

Although the 2005 Quarter will not make you the richest man (or woman) in the world, expect rare varieties to fetch more than their face value.

Also known as the state quarter, the 2005 quarter is part of the 50 State Quarters program established to support a new generation of numismatics.

Interestingly, it became the most successful coin collectors’ program in America, with nearly half of the population gathering the quarters.

Here, we’ll break down everything about the 2005 quarter, including its background, varieties, estimated value, and errors. So, join us as we uncover the secret of this favorite collector’s item!

2005 Quarter Value Chart

Mint Mark Condition
Good Fine Extremely Fine Uncirculated
2005 “P” Quarter 2005 “P” Quarter California $0.30 $0.30 $0.30 $7.50 – $125
2005 “P” Quarter Minnesota $0.30 $0.30 $0.30 $7.50 – $225
2005 “P” Quarter Oregon $0.30 $0.30 $0.30 $7.50 – $100
2005 “P” Quarter Kansas $0.30 $0.30 $0.30 $7.50 – $100
2005 “P” Quarter West Virginia $0.30 $0.30 $0.30 $7.50 – $45
2005 “D” Quarter 2005 “D” Quarter California $0.30 $0.30 $0.30 $7.50 – $220
2005 “D” Quarter Minnesota $0.30 $0.30 $0.30 $7.50 – $140
2005 “D” Quarter Oregon $0.30 $0.30 $0.30 $7.50 – $300
2005 “D” Quarter Kansas $0.30 $0.30 $0.30 $7.50 – $350
2005 “D” Quarter West Virginia $0.30 $0.30 $0.30 $7.50 – $265
2005 “S” Quarter Proof 2005 “S” Quarter Proof California    

   

$14

2005 “S” Quarter Proof Minnesota    

   

$14

2005 “S” Quarter Proof Oregon    

   

$14

2005 “S” Quarter Proof Kansas    

   

$14

2005 “S” Quarter Proof West Virginia    

   

$14

2005 P Quarter California

2005 P Quarter California
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In 1995, the CCCAC (Citizens Commemorative Coin Advisory Committee) endorsed the idea of establishing a commemorative program to honor the states that makeup America.

At first, the Treasury opposed the idea, but in December 1997, President Bill Clinton signed the 50 States Commemorative Coins Program Act into law.

The United States Mint began the production of the 50 States Quarters in 1999. It released the quarters every 10 weeks (or five every year) in the order the states got admitted to the union or ratified the Constitution.

The obverse of the 2005 Quarter mimics the design of the Washington Quarter, struck by the US Mint from 1932 to 1998. But the mint made small alterations to John Flanagan’s design for the state quarters.

Each state quarter’s obverse features a bust of President George Washington along with some details previously used on the reverse of the Washington Quarters. These include the inscriptions United States of America, In God We Trust, Liberty, and Quarter Dollar that encircle the portrait.

The reverse of the 2005 Quarters honors one of the 50 states with design elements related to its unique traditions, history, and symbols. Unlike the obverse, several designers worked on the quarter’s reverse, including Norman Nemeth, John Mercanti, Donna Weaver, Alfred Maletsky, Don Everhart, and Charles L. Vickers.

In 2005, the US Mint struck 525,341,609 California State quarters, 492, 941,609 Minnesota State quarters, 725, 141,609 Oregon State quarters, 568,341,609 Kansas State quarters, and 726,541,909 West Virginia State quarters.

California was the 31st state to join the union. In commemoration of the state, the Philadelphia minting center minted 257,200,000 California State quarters.

These coins have a stunning reverse design featuring naturalist John Muir in Yosemite Valley and a California condor flying. Although California State created its reverse design, designers Don Everhart and Alfred Maletsky brought it to life.

A circulated 2005-P California quarter costs slightly more than its face value. But in uncirculated condition, a piece in a pristine state can fetch as much as $125 or more. A rare specimen graded at M69 sold for $2,950 in 2020 at eBay.

2005 D Quarter California

2005 D Quarter California

With a diameter of 24.3mm and weight of 5.67 grams, the 2005 D California quarters have a value of between $0.30 to $0.40 in circulated condition. In uncirculated condition, they sell for a premium, with those in MS65 demanding around $5 or more.

In 2005, the Denver Mint released only 263,200,000 California State Quarters.

2005 S Quarter Proof California

2005 S Quarter Proof California
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The San Francisco mint produced 3,262,960 California quarters in 2005. These units stand out because of their sharpness of detail and mirror-like finish. For this reason, they make the perfect collector’s item for numismatics and investors alike.

A 2005 S California Quarter proof in circulated conditions is worth its face value of $0.25 or slightly more. In uncirculated conditions, this specimen can fetch $5.26.

The San Francisco mint also struck 1,678,649 California State Silver Proof quarters. Each silver-proof coin consists of 90% Silver and 10% copper. In average conditions, these quarters can sell from $0.30 to $0.40. At PR65, the coin’s value increased to $15.

2005 P Quarter Minnesota

2005 P Quarter Minnesota

The Minnesota State Quarter is the 32nd coin launched in the 50 State Quarters Program. It’s also the second release in 2005 after the California quarters.

In Philadelphia, the US Mint struck 239,600,000 Minnesota State quarters, each with the “P” mint mark. On the reverse, these coins show a background filled with trees and two people in a boat fishing.

You can also see a textured outline of Minnesota, with the state’s nickname, LAND OF 10,000 LAKES. Additionally, a loon appears on the water near, just above the production date and the Latin motto, E PLURIBUS UNUM.

A 2005 P Minnesota State quarter in average condition can sell for $0.30.  But in an uncirculated condition, its price can rise from $0.30 to $7.50. According to NGC, higher-grade specimens can fetch $225 in the open market. In Auctions, this price can reach $646 or higher.

2005 D Quarter Minnesota

2005 D Quarter Minnesota

In 2005, the Denver mint had a slightly higher mintage of Minnesota quarters than Philadelphia. It produced over 248 million quarters with the “D” mint mark. The minting center also minted 1,160,000 Special Mint Set (SMS) Minnesota quarters.

In average condition, a 2005 D Minnesota quarter goes from $0.30 to $0.46. Those in mint state 65 and above can cost anywhere from $7.50 to $147.

2005 S Quarter Proof Minnesota

2005 S Quarter Proof Minnesota

San Francisco’s minting center struck 3, 262, 960 Minnesota Proof quarter. These can sell for about $5.26 in uncirculated condition. The mint also produced 1,678,649 Silver poof quarters that cost a staggering $14 each because of their flawless nature.

2005 P Quarter Oregon

2005 P Quarter Oregon

Launched on June 6, 2005, the Oregon State quarter marks the 33rd piece of the program. It boasts a beautiful reverse designed by the sculptor, Donna Weaver.

The quarter’s reverse boasts an image of Crater Lake along with some inscriptions, including the Statehood date, production date, State name, Crater Lake, and E PLURIBUS UNUM. Interestingly, Mount Hood, a Wild Salmon, and Oregon Trail were considered for the coin’s reverse design.

The Philadelphia minting facility minted 316, 2000,000 Oregon quarters. Because of the high mintage, Oregon quarters are readily available in circulated and uncirculated conditions. Circulated pieces usually cost between $0.25 and $0.30. In mint state, the coins’ value can reach $447, based on their condition.

2005 D Quarter Oregon

2005 D Quarter Oregon

As for the Denver mint, it produced 404,000,000 Oregon coins, which sell for an average of $0.30 or $0.40 in circulated condition. Uncirculated pieces in good condition cost more, with some reaching upwards of $373.

2005 S Quarter Proof Oregon

2005 S Quarter Proof Oregon

The mint in San Francisco struck 3,262,960 clad-proof Oregon quarters with a value ranging from $5 to $7, especially in perfect condition. You can also find 90% silver-proof Oregon quarters. However, these tend to fetch a higher price tag. On average, the coins cost $14, but this price increases with condition and grade.

2005 P Quarter Kansas

2005 P Quarter Kansas

Now, let’s look at the 34th quarter in the 50 State Quarters series. With a metal composition of 91.67% copper and 8.33% nickel, the 2005 Kansas State Quarter embodies the rich history and culture of the region.

Designed by Norman Nemeth, it reverses depicts the state animal, the American Bison, at the center. Towards the Buffalo’s rear leg, you can see a few sunflowers. Both the animal and flowers are proud symbols of Kansas.

The Philadelphia minting center produced over 163,400,000 Kansas Quarters. Most coins entered circulation and are easy to find, even today. If you happen to have a well-preserved 2005 P Kansas quarter, expect it to fetch about $5.84 or more.

2005 D Quarter Kansas

2005 D Quarter Kansas

In Denver, the mint produced over 300 million 2005 Kansas Quarters with the “D” mint mark. In the current market, these quarters are worth $0.40 in circulated condition. Specimens in higher mint states can sell for much more. For instance, a 2005 D Kansas Quarter graded at MS68 sold for $288 at Heritage Auctions in 2007.

2005 S Quarter Proof Kansas

2005 S Quarter Proof Kansas

Over 3.6 million Kansas Quarters were produced in San Francisco. But these had sharper details and a clear finish to appeal to coin collectors. Today, a 2005 S Kansas Proof coin can sell for $5 to $7.

In addition to Clad proof set, the mint struck approximately 1.6 million silver proof quarters. Most collectors a willing to pay lots of money for these pieces. A preserved 2005 Silver proof quarter sells from $14.

2005 P Quarter West Virginia

2005 P Quarter West Virginia

West Virginia was the 35th state to get admitted to the Union. As such, the West Virginia quarter became the 35th coin in the State Quarters series.

The reverse side of this 2005 quarter displays the scenic beauty of the New River and the New River Gorge Bridge. The design was the work of engraver John Mercanti.

In Philadelphia mint, more than 365 million West Virginia State quarters got produced. The huge mintage means these units are not rare. But some gems, particularly those in higher mint states, can fetch as much as $140.

2005 D Quarter West Virginia

2005 D Quarter West Virginia

Denver recorded the second-largest mintage of 2005 West Virginia quarters. It produced a total of 56, 200,000 coins. These pieces are not rare and don’t cost much. With around $0.30, you can get yourself a circulated specimen.

Nevertheless, there are unique pieces that can demand a huge price tag. For instance, a coin collector paid $500 for a 2005 D West Virginia Quarter graded at MS68 in 2010.

2005 S Quarter Proof West Virginia

2005 S Quarter Proof West Virginia

Because of their low mintage, 2005 West Virginia quarters from the San Francisco mint fetch a high value in the market. The facility produced only 3,262,960 clad proof and 1,678,949 Silver proof coins. In average conditions, the proof coins are not worth more than their face value. But in preserved conditions, they can sell for up to $14.

2005 Quarter Grading

Most collectors send their rare coins to coin grading companies to determine their grade and potential market value. But if you want to know how to grade 2005 quarters, check the YouTube video below. Even though it focuses on Washington Quarter grading, the concept is the same.

Rare 2005 Quarter Errors List

The 50 State Quarter Program of 1999 to 2008 brought about several significant varieties. In the 2005 quarters, we’ve identified a few varieties with unique errors that can influence their values. Let’s look at them!

2005 P Minnesota Double Die Error

2005 P Minnesota Double Die Error

The 2005 P Minnesota double die quarter is the most popular and desirable error coin. The double die error appears on the reverse as an extra spruce tree to the right of the Minnesota state outline “Land of 10,000 lakes.

At first, some examples of these error coins sold for $500 each, some even more. But when the buzz around these pieces waned and their availability increased, prices dropped. Such state quarters can cost between $30 to $275.

2005 Kansas Quarter “In God We Rust” Error

2005 Kansas Quarter “In God We Rust” Error
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Some 2005 Kansas quarters read “In God We Rust” instead of “In God We Trust”. Numismatics believe this error occurs when a damaged die is used during minting.

However, some argue that this is a grease error. It happens when grease used for maintenance partially fills the section of the die–more specifically, the letter T in God We Trust, leaving only the word Rust.

2005 Kansas state quarter with this error are common and can cost around $100 in average condition. High-grade pieces can sell for more.

2005 P California Quarter Clad Layer Missing on Reverse Error

2005 P California Quarter Clad Layer Missing on Reverse Error
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Another interesting error is the Clad Missing on a coin. Some 2005 P California quarters appear to be missing a clad layer on the reverse. As a result, the copper core gets exposed.

The error makes the coin super valuable to coin collectors. One numismatic paid $1,300 at Heritage Auction for such a piece.

2005 Quarter FAQs

What is a 2005 quarter worth?

Most 2005 quarters are not worth more than their face value of 25 cents in average condition. However, pieces in higher grades can cost anywhere from $10 to $1,000. On the other hand, error coins can sell for as much as $1,300.

How many 2005 quarters did the US mint produce?

In 2005, the United States Mint produced over 3 billion quarters, representing five states. For California, the facility struck $525,341,609 units. It also struck 492, 941,609 Minnesota State quarters, 725, 141,609 Oregon State quarters, 568,341,609 Kansas State quarters, and 726,541,909 West Virginia State quarters.

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